Returning from a 3 day binge of pizza, chicken wings, fries, bratwurst, burgers, tacos, and beer really brings a whole new truth to the saying, “You are what you eat”. Yes, Coachella was amazing. Yes, I ate like a pig. Yes, I am paying for it now. And no, I don’t think I’m alone.
As I have slowly begun to get my life and body back together, I felt it would be a good time to introduce the healthy side of Spoondles. Which means a new series called Health Nut.
Just because your lazy doesn’t mean you have to be unhealthy. Today I made my go-to immunity booster fave that is super quick, nutritious and delicious. I often make it as a side dish or add it to my pasta sauce for a healthy addition. The main ingredient is Kale, one of the best foods for your body. If you don’t know what that is then click here because it’s about time you do.
Caring Kale Recipe
Ingredients:
- ½ head of kale
- ½ of a lemon juiced
- 3 tbs olive oil
- salt to taste
- Spike seasoning (optional)
Procedure:
1. Wash kale, remove stems, and break up kale into smaller pieces
2. Add ¼ of water to a sauté pan over medium, low heat. Add kale and drizzle with olive oil then cover.
3. Sauté kale until leaves begin to wilt and soften (5-10 min). Add more water or oil if pan dries up
4. Add lemon juice and salt to taste
5. Sauté for a few more minutes until kale is tender and the seasoning tastes correct.
P.S. To all the Coachella-ers who brushed their teeth with beer, missioned it to Mickey D’s for 3am fries and haven’t had a vegetable in days, this is for you. I love you all!
P.P.S. Muse, LCD Soundsystem, XX, Hot Chip, Gorillaz, Jay Z. MGMT and Pheonix, you made my weekend!
SPOONDLES 
Great post!!! love the quinoa salad..
That is a long list of ingredients and too much work for someone suffering from a three day hangover……….I mean, I guess it's cool if you want to impress your hipster friends after a long fix gear bike ride on a sunday afternoon…… but if your knees are weak from tearing up the dance floor at Phoenix and your insides feel like biodegradable urinal cakes, you probably don't want to play Iron Chef. So…….Lets start with a little cottage cheese in a bowl, grade a plethora of beets on top. Then add some graded carrots, sunflower sprouts,micro greens and your favorite salsa to taste. And if this still isn't curing whatever is ailing you, just start drinking again……..-Johnny Appleseed Ps. Don't play with knives when your hungover!
Looks like a wonderful time. I heard from a friend that the security was a real hassle. Fantastic dish…beautiful colors. Cheers!