The Sweeter Side of Office Meals: Four of the Best Apple Dishes, Just in Time for Fall
Posted by Amelia K. on Wednesday, October 1st, 2014 with Comments Off on The Sweeter Side of Office Meals: Four of the Best Apple Dishes, Just in Time for Fall Comments
It’s officially fall, which means that it’s also apple season! And if you’re looking for a sweet treat to top off one of your lunchtime meals this week – or if you want to find a savory dish that includes this festive fall fruit – you’re not alone. This is the time of year Americans across the country are getting their apple fix. And it’s a great, healthy way for everyone to experience the sweeter side of life!
Not only are apples a delicious and relatively low cost food choice, they have numerous health benefits. Eating apples regularly can help you avoid major diseases like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and certain types of cancer. They can help reduce your risk of developing diabetes, improve your heart health, and avoid irritable bowel syndrome. And they can even help you maintain a healthier weight and get whiter teeth! For many of us, that’s cause enough to start eating more of this antioxidant-rich fruit.
An apple and walnut salad is a delicious, healthy way to incorporate apples into your lunch!
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So if you’re ready to incorporate some tasty apple dishes into your work week, but don’t want to go with some of the old dessert standards like apple cobbler or apple pie, what should you order? We’re here to give you some great ideas that will leave you full and satisfied after lunch – without all of the excess sugar.
Apple and Walnut Salad: With the turning of the seasons, many restaurants are also changing over their menus to offer some more fall-specific fare. And one of our favorites is the apple and walnut salad. These are usually packed with fresh apples, candied walnuts, and delicious goat or blue cheese. Be sure to ask for spinach for your salad to really round out your lunch. This is a delicious way to pack your meal with fiber and nutrients which will help to keep you full and energized all afternoon long.
Pork Chops with Apples: Believe it or not, many people love to dip their pork chops in applesauce for a dose of savory mixed with sweet. If you’re working late and ordering in dinner to the office, ordering a pork chop that’s topped with sauteed apples is a great way to get a big serving of protein, while adding a little fall twist to your meal. And ordering a tasty side of green beans and almonds is a great, health-filled compliment to this main dish. It’s a dinner that’s sure to make up for working late at the office!
Apple-Honey Chicken: If you’ve been looking for a lunch that’s packed with taste and staying power – but are tired of the age old chicken sandwich – then this is the meal for you. Ordering chicken that’s topped with a light glaze of apple and honey marinade is a delicious way to keep your energy levels high for the rest of the day – and your taste buds satisfied. To kick this meal up a notch, order a side of steamed broccoli. It’s a great compliment to a yummy chicken dish and will complete your lunch with a big dose of fiber and nutrients to meet your daily dietary requirements.
Ham, Swiss and Apple Wraps: Wraps are a great way to get a quick and easy lunch – the key is to make sure they contain the right ingredients to make them extra healthy. And a ham, swiss and apple wrap is a tasty lunch option that packs awesome health benefits and fall flavor into your meal. Make sure you order a whole wheat tortilla, and add in some veggies like onions and lettuce to balance the flavors. And to pack a great punch, honey mustard dressing is a great, low-calorie way to add some more pep to this delicious wrap.
Apples for Health
Tis the season – the fall season – for all things apple. And working this delicious fruit – which is packed with healthy vitamins, minerals and antioxidants – into one of your lunchtime meals this week is a great way to get a sweet treat without opting for the traditional apple desserts that tend to be packed with sugar.
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