Healthy eating doesn’t need to be boring or bland. Prostate 8 participants have been trying new recipes that incorporate the study’s recommended foods—they’ve shared some of their favorite finds via text message. If you need inspiration for dinner tonight, and if you want to try some new recipes that fit the Prostate 8 guidelines, keep reading!
“Broccolini boiled with olive oil, salt and pepper, and garlic powder.”
Broccolini is a close relative of broccoli and a great way to get your daily serving of cruciferous vegetables. A quick, easy way to prepare broccolini, suggested by a Prostate 8 participant, is to boil it for two minutes and toss it with olive oil and seasonings. Try adding some lemon juice, too!
“Olive-oil-based spread on a bagel”
Instead of using butter as a spread, try a substitute such as Earth Balance or Smart Balance. These vegetable-based spreads taste like butter, but provide a healthier source of fat.
“Sliced tomatoes with garlic and fresh basil, drizzled with olive oil.”
This is a great side dish! You can also take it a step further by making bruschetta: Chop the tomatoes, mix the ingredients together, and putting the mixture on top of baguette slices.
“Arugula salad with salmon and balsamic vinegar”
Incorporating both cruciferous vegetables and fish, we couldn’t have thought of a better meal ourselves. Arugula, which has a slightly spicy flavor, is a nice substitute for lettuce in a salad.
We love hearing how you’re using the Prostate 8 recommendations. For more recipes, check out the website at ucsf.prostate8.org: Click on “Eat Well,” then “Recipes” at the top of the page.
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