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In Cycle 3, you can experiment a bit more freely with some prepared sauces. In Cycles 1 and 2, however, go lean to go clean! You’re in for a whole new world of taste—enjoy!

THE PLATE

PROTEIN

Allowable high-fiber, starchy carbohydrate choices
Veggies
Healthy fat, such as olive oil, avocado or nuts

MY FAVORITE PLATE

  • Grass-fed beef fillet
  • 1
    ⁄2 sweet potato
  • Asparagus, lightly sautéed with olive oil
  • Garlic and sea salt

THE SALAD

START WITH DEEP GREEN LEAFIES

Add chopped or julienned nonstarchy veggies.
Throw in a little high-fiber carb.
Add protein.
Add healthy fat (nuts, avocado and/or dressing).
Dress and season.

MY FAVORITE SALAD

  • Romaine and spinach blend
  • Chopped cucumbers, red onions, red peppers, carrots and some asparagus, steamed al dente and chilled
  • Garbanzo beans
  • Diced chicken
  • Sliced avocado
  • Lemon, olive oil and basil to dress

STEER CLEAR OF ICEBERG

Iceberg lettuce has close to zero nutritional value and is pretty much just a delivery system for pesticides. Plus, why would you choose iceberg when there are so many more delicious and nutritious lettuces? My favorites include peppery arugula, potassium-rich radicchio, spinach greens, kale and my favorite standby, hearts of romaine.

THE STOUP: PART STEW, PART SOUP

CHICKEN OR VEGGIE BROTH

Add lentils, legumes, brown rice or quinoa.
Add nonstarchy veggies (load up!).
Add chopped protein.
Serve with a side salad with extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice and a tablespoon of chopped walnuts.
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