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Kiwilimón - 2018-10-08T17:05:47.297626Z
There’s nothing tastier and healthier than cooking with ingredients that are at their peak. When you do this, you ensure that you bring out the best color and texture of your products, along with all their nutrients. Each season has its own ingredients, and now that we are in winter, we will recommend five that you won’t find as good at any other time of the year.
Artichokes
These hardy and delicious vegetables provide 60 calories each and are a food with less than 1 g of fat. Artichokes are cholesterol-free and low in sodium, making them a 100% healthy and delicious appetizer when paired with a tasty vinaigrette or dressing. Take advantage of this moment as you will find them almost double the size compared to the rest of the year.
Artichokes in Vinaigrette
Spinach
The amount of fats and carbohydrates in spinach is very low, and at the same time, it is one of the vegetables with the highest protein content. It is rich in fiber, especially in the stems, making it very beneficial for our health. Additionally, it is an excellent natural source of vitamins and minerals that works well in salads, as a soup, or as a side dish for chicken and seafood.
Gratinated Spinach
Dates
Dates are excellent if you are very active or exercise a lot. Due to their high carbohydrate content, they provide energy that is released gradually in your body, giving you energy and prolonging the feeling of fullness. You can eat them raw or use them for honeys, jams, dressings, or as a snack if you wrap them in serrano ham or bacon.
Stuffed Dates with Blue Cheese
Salmon
Salmon is rich in protein and essential fatty acids for health. It is also an excellent source of vitamins such as B12 and B6 and niacin, as well as minerals like selenium, magnesium, and significant amounts of calcium. It has been shown to contain antioxidants that fight aging and even Omega 3, which prevents cancer.
Salmon Croquettes
Shrimp
Shrimp is very low in fat and mercury compared to other industrialized seafood products like tuna. It is true that it contains a high amount of cholesterol, but consuming it without much fat provides your body with energy for day-to-day activities, as it contains a strong amount of lean protein ideal for those who want to tone their body and build muscle.
Linguine with Shrimp