Anyone else gluten-free?

momof2osaurus
momof2osaurus Posts: 477 Member
edited October 2024 in Motivation and Support
I found out a couple of months ago that I have a gluten intolerance and have been gluten-free since then. I'm finding that restriction, on top of trying to lose weight, to be a little bit overwhelming sometimes (not to mention I'm really sick of chicken, rice, veggies, and some kind of sauce...). Anyone else??

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  • Pinky67
    Pinky67 Posts: 108 Member
    I got this recipie from sparkrecipies.com, very very good website. I'm not gluten free but I often eat gluten free foods because I like them (crazy huh) anyway I'm pretty sure quinoa is gluten free, just don't quote me on it. Enjoy :)

    QUINOA TABOULEH

    Ingredients
    Quinoa 1 cup, dry
    Tomatoes, 2 cup, chopped or sliced
    Parsley, 1 cup, chopped
    Juice of half a lemon
    Salt & Pepper to taste
    Red Onion, raw, 1/4cup, chopped
    Olive oil 2 tablespoon



    Directions
    Rinse quinoa well in cold water.
    Add quinoa to 1.5 c fresh water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and cook 15 minutes. Leave cover on and let set 5 minutes.

    Finely chop onion, parsley, and tomatoes. Mix in large bowl, set aside.

    Juice half a lemon, add lemon zest if desired. Add olive oil, salt and pepper. Whisk to mix and pour over onion, parsley & tomato mixture.

    Add cooked quinoa and chill before serving. Serve with hummus, pita and olives.

    Makes 4 1.25-cup servings.

    Nutritional Info
    Servings Per Recipe: 4
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories: 188.3
    Total Fat: 2.9 g
    Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
    Sodium: 172.3 mg
    Total Carbs: 35.7 g
    Dietary Fiber: 4.2 g
    Protein: 6.9 g
  • mehapp
    mehapp Posts: 132
    Blessings on your journey! It is an adjustment to be sure, but it's possible and I will tell you - soooo worth it! I've been gluten-free for over a year and feel amazing! (for the record, I'm also gluten intolerant, not celiac)

    It can be overwhelming, expensive, and very, very tiring - but over time, you learn to have a different relationship with food and this site is a big help.

    My food diary is open - as humiliating as that is sometimes - to assist other gluten-free eaters with meal ideas, etc. I usually stick to my time honored favorites, and really should eat more fruits and veggies, but I'll get there eventually.

    One of the biggest helps to me in terms of losing weight while cutting out the gluten is to not try to find a GF substitute for everything you're craving (bagels, cookies, breads, etc) They are, many times, just as fattening - if not more- than their gluten counterparts, so if you can do without I would encourage you to do this. I promise, after a while, you won't need a bun for your hotdog or cheeseburger, turkey, ham and cheese taste just as good without bread, and your pocket book will not mind cutting those out either. :)

    I wish you all the very best on this journey.
  • mehapp
    mehapp Posts: 132
    FYI:
    Snyder's of Hanover Gluten Free Pretzels are the VERY BEST!!!

    My whole family likes them more than 'regular' pretzels!
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