Maureen McCormick Weight Loss Challenge: Healthy Recipes From Curtis Stone
First Published: September 3, 2009 5:00 PM EDT Credit: Access Hollywood
Caption Curtis Stone and Maureen McCormick cook up some healthy food in the kitchenLOS ANGELES, Calif. -- As Maureen continues her quest to shed the pounds, Access enlisted the help of hot Aussie chef Curtis Stone to provide some delicious — yet healthy — recipes!
Watermelon and Mint CocktailsServes 4
Ingredients:3 cups ripe watermelon, cubedJuice of 2 limes¼ cup fresh mint leaves4 ounces Brazilian rum (optional)Ice
Method• Place the watermelon and lime juice in a blender and puree until smooth.• Add the mint and puree just until mint is mixed thoroughly through the mixture.• Fill four small glasses with ice and pour 1 ounce of rum into each glass.• Fill each glass with the watermelon juice and serve immediately.
(98.5 calories per serving; 34.5 calories per serving without alcohol)
***
Chickpea HummusServes 6 to 8
Ingredients:1 cup organic chickpeas2 cups homemade chicken stock or low sodium chicken broth½ clove garlic, chopped rough1 small shallot, peeled and chopped rough4 drops toasted sesame oilJuice of 1 lemon or lime½ teaspoon ground cumin1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil
Method• Soak the chickpeas over night in water.• Rinse beans after soaking and simmer in a medium saucepot with the chicken stock for about 45 minutes to an hour or until tender.• Remove chickpeas from heat and allow to cool.• In the bowl of a food processor, blend the chickpeas with the garlic and shallot until they form a rough paste.• Add the sesame oil, lemon juice, cumin and olive oil and continue blending, scraping the sides down if needed.• Slowly drizzle in a little bit of the cooking liquid until a smooth texture is achieved, you will need a 3 to 4 ounces of the liquid to achieve this.• Season to taste with salt and pepper and fold in the chopped herbs.• Remove the hummus to a serving bowl and serve with vegetable spears or baked whole wheat pita chips.
(48.63 calories per serving)
***
Salad of Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash with AvocadoServes 4
Ingredients:1 zucchini, sliced length wise into 4 long pieces1 yellow summer squash, sliced length wise into 4 long pieces10 spears baby asparagus, woody stem ends trimmed1 small ripe avocado (about 1 cup), cut into a medium dice2 tablespoons good quality balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil2 cups baby arugula
Method• Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium high heat.• Season the zucchini, squash, and asparagus lightly with salt and pepper, and if desired brush lightly with a small amount of olive oil.• Grill the zucchini and squash for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, and the asparagus for about 2 minutes total, or until they are slightly charred and cooked through.• Remove the vegetables from the grill to a cutting board.• Cut the asparagus spears in half and cut the zucchini and squash on the bias into large bite size pieces.• In a medium mixing bowl whisk half of the diced avocado with the balsamic vinegar, breaking up the avocado lightly to create a creamy texture.• Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking, then season to taste with salt and pepper.• Toss the grilled vegetables in a large mixing bowl with the arugula and remaining avocado.• Drizzle enough dressing over the salad to coat and toss gently to mix.• Mound salad on a large serving platter and serve immediately.
(105 calories per serving)
***
Grilled and Spiced Chicken BreastServes 4
Ingredients:1 teaspoon cumin seeds1 teaspoon fennel seeds1 teaspoon coriander seeds1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds1 teaspoon smoked paprika1 teaspoon turmeric powder2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, each weighing 5 to 6 oz
Method• Preheat a grill or grill pan.• Place a small sauté pan over medium high heat and toast each of the seeds separately for 1 to 2 minutes or until lightly browned and fragrant, then remove from pan to a mixing bowl to cool.• Using a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder, grind the spices into a powder being sure to break up any large pieces of the seeds.• On a clean work surface lay out several even layers of plastic wrap approximately 1 foot wide and place one chicken breast over the plastic.• Cover the chicken with another piece of layered plastic and lightly pound the chicken breast with a meat mallet or meat tenderizer until the chicken breast is thinned out to about a ½ inch thickness, being careful not to rip or tear the chicken breast.• Repeat with the second chicken breast.• Lightly brush the grill with a little vegetable oil.• Season each side of the chicken generously with the spice mix and reserve any remaining spice mix for a later use in an airtight container.• Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until cooked through.• Remove the chicken from the grill to a cutting board to rest for 2 minutes.• Slice each breast on an angle into 6 even pieces and serve with the grilled zucchini and summer squash salad.
(105.5 calories per serving)
***
- Total calories for the food: 259.13 - Total calories for the food and watermelon cocktail (w/alcohol): 357.63 - Total calories for the food and watermelon cocktail (no alcohol): 293.63
Copyright 2013 by NBC Universal, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.