the joy of not cooking fall 2017
Claire Siegel
lead registered dietitian (the realist RD) & snap mag editor 2
blue cheese? yes please. In an issue that’s all about not cooking, it didn’t feel right to share the recipe for one of our complex dishes. But it wouldn’t be snap mag without a behind the scenes look into our kitchens. Even if you don’t have time to cook, you probably do have time to whip up this super quick, very versatile, ultra creamy blue cheese sauce. Or just skip the cooking and grab our new buffalo chicken bowl.
MIX TOGETHER 1/4 C organic blue cheese
2 Tbsp lemon juice
1/2 C cashew crema or Greek yogurt
2 tsp chopped green onion
1/2 tsp organic apple cider vinegar 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Use it as a dip for crudité, buffalo cauliflower bites, or if you’re a traditionalist, chicken wings. Spread it on a simple sandwich to add major flavor & creaminess. Drizzle over a green salad to level up your desk lunch. 3
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a cure for common #adulting If your to-do list consists of paying your water bill, finding a babysitter, and mowing the lawn, then you’re no stranger to the mundanity of #adulting. We think it’s high time to stop acting your age, and to start adding a little play and a lot of joy to your daily routine. (Fun fact: research shows that play for play’s sake can lead to increased creativity, stress reduction & improved cognitive function.)
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get physical
throwback
Jump rope, join in on a pickup basketball game, or ride a bike. Don’t do it for exercise, but for simple, pure fun.
If you can’t remember the last time you built a blanket fort or cannon balled into a pool, then it’s probably a sign it’s been too long. Do something that reminds you of your childhood and savor that youthful feeling.
ab & j oatmeal bowl We’ve topped a bowl of oatmeal & quinoa with almond butter, strawberry compote & candied almonds for a grown up twist on childhood flavors that we’ve yet to outgrow. We promise we’ll start adulting after breakfast.
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Plan your meals ahead of time. A recent Carnegie Mellon study shows that people make healthier choices when food decisions are made long before eating. (You know, we’ve got an app for that.) Get in passive exercise by parking further away from your destination, taking the stairs, or using the restroom on a different floor at work. Put the self in self-care with a DIY face mask. Mix 1 tsp matcha, 1/2 tsp coconut oil, and 1/2 tsp water for a redness reducing, skin calming concoction. Rest up! Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep in a cool, dark room. Extra pro tip: at sundown, use your iPhone’s Night Shift mode feature to dim the blue lights that keep your mind buzzing. Step up your pantry & fridge game. Stock up on spice blends & hot sauce (Yellowbird is our personal fave) to add new flavors to your Snap meals. 8
veggies all day We know that the healthiest approach to eating is rooted in veggies, so we asked some of our favorite people for their top tips on how to get more green in every day.
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Choose a meal that offers a larger portion of veggies. Naked Chicken is a goto because it has a huge portion of fresh green beans and cauliflower! naked chicken gluten free, milk free, paleo 9
Steph Dietz @_stephdietz
superfood sunrise salad gluten free, milk free, paleo, whole30
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Some days I want a donut, some days I’m eating really clean fruits and veggies for every meal, and some days-both! Do your best to eat at least one thing per day (or per meal) that is as close to the earth as possible.
Jess Baumgardner @healthcoachphilly
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If your fridge is stocked with produce, and it’s available and washed and cut, you’ll snack on it!
Kate Van Horn @she_be_kale_in_it psst... you can also stock up on snap veggie & fruit sides! 10
the extra dose We’re big believers in the power of food, but we’ll be honest, daily diet perfection just isn’t realistic. 90% of people get less than the daily recommended amount of at least one nutrient. That’s why we’ve partnered with our friends at Care/of to give us the lowdown on some of their most frequently recommended supplements.
probiotic
fish oil
Fridge finds: Greek yogurt, kombucha, fermented foods
By fork: salmon, herring, mackerel
For that extra dose: Happy gut, happy mind. Probiotics are trending in the nutrition community as research starts to uncover the link between gut health and so many other aspects of wellness. The good bacteria in probiotics can help with your digestive health and the Care/ of probiotic includes several strains of good bacteria that are supported by research.
Need a boost? If you’re not a fan of eating fish, you might not be getting healthy omega-3 fatty acids in your diet, which help with cognitive health and can also give your hair and skin a healthy glow. Care/of’s fish oil is made from sustainably sourced Wild Alaskan salmon, so you know you’re getting the best quality ingredients.
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vitamin d Eat up: salmon, mackerel, egg yolk Seal the deal: We actually produce vitamin D when we get exposure to the sun, but over 70% of people in the US don’t produce enough of it. Chalk it up to spending lots of time indoors, or blame those overcast days. Taking vitamin D is an easy fix. Care/of’s vitamin D is fermented to make it easier to digest and more bioavailable.
Through their quiz & algorithm, Care/of personalizes daily packs of vitamins for you, based on your diet and health goals. You can be sure you’re getting the nutrients you might be missing out on, or the ones that you need most. Take the quiz at takecareof.com and get 2 weeks free in your first month (50% off!) with the code SNAP. 12
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the perfect partner We’ve enlisted the help of many partners throughout our journey to bring you the joy of not cooking & eating real. From the hundreds of snacks & beverages that cross our path, we’ve curated a select group of items that we know you’ll love. Whether it’s a protein bar that’s made with the simplest of ingredients, or a nourishing coconut elixir made with adaptogens, know that everything in our shops has been thoroughly vetted against our quality & nutrition standards. Welcome to the world of all good choices.
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a chef’s story our new pad thai the story behind the dish When I think back, this dish has been in the works for a while. Just after graduating from the Culinary Institute of America, I started working as a banquet cook at the Ritz Carlton in NYC. Whenever a client would request a Thai menu, we relied on Pat, a seasoned cook who hails from Thailand. I spent months watching him do his thing with pad thai, gleaning inspiration from his ingredients & techniques. So this version of the dish is a nod to Pat and that time, but we’ve tackled it in a totally new way by making it Whole30.
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how we prepare it Our pad thai sauce showcases what the cuisine is all about— the blend of sweet (dates), sour (tamarind), umami (fish sauce), and spicy (red pepper flake) flavors in good balance. We sear shallots & bell peppers over high heat to add texture, color, and mimic the unmistakably smoky flavor & crunchy texture, which is known as wok hei (a fun factoid to impress your friends). Scrambled eggs offer richness, Thai basil adds brightness, and toasted cashews bring extra crunch.
...and the healthy hack (duh) And last, but definitely not least, the sweet potato noodles are what make this dish specific to Snap. Their sweetness pairs beautifully with the tangy sauce, plus a veggie addition always gets a thumbs up from our registered dietitian! Eat well, Chef Matt Reinhart
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our menu snap staples
breakfast
lunch & dinner
turkey sausage breakfast sandwich gluten free, milk free, paleo
chicken pad thai gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30
crispy scottish salmon gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30
shrimp pad thai gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30
hot chicken gluten free
banana pancakes gluten free, milk free, paleo, vegetarian beef sweet potato scramble gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30 spinach goat cheese scramble gluten free, vegetarian ab & j oatmeal bowl gluten free, milk free, vegan
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general tso’s chicken gluten free, milk free
spicy dan dan noodles gluten free, milk free, vegan
buffalo chicken bowl gluten free
tex mex chicken bowl gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30
over easy burger gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30
bison quinoa hash™ gluten free
supreme pasta gluten free
chicken butternut macaroni gluten free
chicken with teriyaki rice gluten free, milk free
slow roasted brisket tacos gluten free, milk free, paleo
chopped brisket with bbq sauce gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30
spicy dan dan noodles gluten free, milk free, vegan
crispy chicken gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30
sweet chili glazed salmon gluten free, milk free
grass-fed beef lasagna gluten free, milk free, paleo
turkey chili with beans gluten free
grilled kale hoppin’ john gluten free, milk free, vegan naked chicken gluten free, milk free, paleo
turkey meatloaf gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30 vegetable lasagna gluten free, vegetarian
general tso’s chicken
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salads caesar gluten free, vegetarian chopped sesame gluten free, milk free, paleo, vegan goddess of green gluten free, milk free, vegan
superfood sunrise salad gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30, vegetarian strawberry & goat cheese salad gluten free, vegetarian
great greek gluten free, vegetarian
superfood sunrise salad
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small bites & snacks provencal flatbread gluten free, vegetarian house smoked salmon gluten free, milk free, paleo chicken spring roll salad gluten free, milk free almond crusted chicken strips gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30 chicken strip wrap gluten free, milk free cranberry pecan chicken salad gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30
devily eggs gluten free, milk free, vegetarian lemon & garlic hummus gluten free, milk free, vegan jalapeĂąo hummus gluten free, milk free, vegan caveman quickies omega-3 gluten free, milk free, paleo, vegetarian maple smoked almonds gluten free, milk free, paleo, vegan
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sweets
sides cheesy cauliflower grits gluten free, vegetarian fusilli mac & cheese gluten free, vegetarian chopped chicken gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30 chopped almond crusted chicken gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30 seasoned grilled steak gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30
jalapeĂąo cornbread gluten free, milk free, vegan roasted butternut squash gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30, vegan roasted brussels sprouts gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30, vegan
almond & sea salt dark chocolate gluten free, milk free, paleo, vegan brownie gluten free, milk free, vegetarian chocolate chip cookies gluten free, milk free, vegan
red curry butternut squash soup gluten free, milk free, paleo / whole30, vegan
At Snap Kitchen, we use locally sourced and organic ingredients whenever possible, supporting community farms and the love of great food. Please note that ingredients and vendors change from time to time and may vary by market. All menu items are subject to change. 21
juice energy boost gluten free, milk free, paleo, vegan ginger greens gluten free, milk free, paleo, vegan super greens gluten free, milk free, paleo, vegan turmeric tonic gluten free, milk free, paleo, vegan
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