Christmas is around the corner. Are you excited? We know we are!
Christmas is such a fantastic time of year to get together with family, friends and loved ones. However, if you're on a diet, we know this can be a scary time, especially as it can throw your hard work a little out of whack. But it doesn't need to be this way! You may already know by now, but at Jomeis Fine Foods, we're passionate about showing people how they can indulge in amazing-tasting foods while maintaining great health and well-being. So, before you try to confine yourself to plain rice over the Christmas festivities, check out some of our healthier suggestions for the holidays.
Fresh pasta salad
Yes! You can still enjoy delicious pasta on a healthy budget. The secret to doing so is being mindful of the ingredients you pair with your Christmas pasta. Instead of a thick, creamy sauce, try a fresh pasta salad topped with a lime or olive oil dressing. This can not only help keep the calories in the meal nice and low but can ensure you're eating foods that will keep you out of a Christmas food coma (which can be hard to come out of). Some veggies you can add to any pasta salad for a great Christmas kick include tomatoes, red onion, zucchini, capsicum and corn! You can also add beans for a nutritional hit.
Sweet Balsamic Roasted Veggies
Roasted veggies don't just need to be dry, wilted and a side dish that many ignore. By adding a hint of flavour with the Jomeis Fine Foods Sweet Balsamic Reduction, you can turn any ordinary roasted vegetable side into a flavour sensation. Simply roast your veggies as normal and drizzle our balsamic over when done for a marriage of flavour. Alternatively, you can marinate your veggies in our reduction with some oil before roasting for a deep, vibrant, unforgettable taste.
Our reduction pairs well with any veggies, too, be it carrots, potatoes or broccoli. Once you try it, you'll never go back to regular roasted veggies.
Turmeric coated prawns
Prawns are a staple of many Christmas meals. It's no wonder. They're fresh, delicious and oh-so Australian. While they already have some great health benefits, including an abundance of nutrients, iron and calcium, adding some additional ingredients can make them all the healthier this year. That's where our Turmeric Latte comes in. Packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatories, coating your prawns with them before you throw them on the stove or barbeque can give your body that nutritional kick it's craving this Christmas.
Gluten-free, sugar-free brownies
Christmas dessert doesn't need to be skipped if you're on a strict diet. Using the right ingredients can help you whip up a tasty brownie that still packs a punch. Instead of adding cocoa powder and sugar to your brownie ganache, swap out these ingredients for our Nutritional Cacao Latte. This means you won't just get a great-tasting treat, either. You'll also reap all of the anti-oxidising, anti-inflammatory and gut-boosting benefits. If chocolate isn't your thing, you can swap out the cacao latte with any other flavour on our website. Try our Dreamy Vanilla Latte for a sweet and delicious hit. Tell us which flavour you make, and be sure to share it with us on Instagram.
Dairy-free ice cream
A hot Christmas day warrants ending with a sweet treat that will cool you right down. When we think of a cool treat, ice cream quickly comes to mind. It's so much easier than you would think to make, too! Just mix some plant-based, dairy-free yoghurt with your favourite Jomeis Fine Foods Nutritional Latte or Adaptogenic Honey, pour into moulds and freeze until set!
On the big day, pop them out and enjoy the nutritional goodness.
The Jomeis Fine Foods team has you covered
With the Jomeis Fine Foods collection on your side, you can turn any regular recipe into a nutritionally tasty Christmas treat. Ready to get started,? Shop our collections today.
