Well, I got my chores (running around) done today, but my barbecue part didn’t show up. At least the rain stayed away long enough to get a swim in for the afternoon. It was actually a rather boring day, but I suppose we have those every now and then. I think I miss being outside, but it doesn’t look like this weather is going to clear much before the beginning of next week.  

Food for the day:

Total: 2161 (27% fat, 39% carbs, 30% protein)

Breakfast: cracked wheat oatmeal bread, peanut butter, grapefruit (217)
AM Snack: almonds (164)
Lunch: pasta salad with veggies, chick peas, turkey sausage, with herb dressing (438)
PM Snack: apple, soy nuts, protein shake (395)
Dinner: lasagna, asparagus, butter, salad w/dressing (637)
Late Snack: berry yogurt sorbet, protein shake (310)

So, I’ve been seeing these commercials for pasta salads recently. No, I didn’t go out and buy any, however, I had a first attempt at one today. To be fair it’s really more of a veggie salad with a little pasta in it. It was really good though. I did learn a couple of things.

1. I like most vegetables raw, but not so fond of broccoli raw
2. Chick peas are tasty, but not sure they’re worth the calories
3. I need to find a protein source I like cold (other than cheese)
4. I should label my homemade dressings (think I used the one I’d planned)
5. I really don’t need a lot of pasta to enjoy it (1oz whole wheat used)

A Recipe for Weight Loss: Pasta Salad

A Recipe for Weight Loss: Herb Dressing I

As pictured (big portion): 437cals (25g protein, 7g fat, 76g carbs, 17g fiber)
Without chick peas: 254cals (14g protein, 5g fat, 44g carbs, 8g fiber)
Without turkey sausage: 204cals (8g protein, 2g fat, 43g carbs, 8g fiber)