Week 3 with Noom

I am 3 weeks in with Noom. I have lost 4 pounds, a little over a pound a week. Not the major exciting news I wished to report, but 4 pounds is 4 pounds. Granted, my age makes it very easy to gain weight, and very hard to lose. Logging each and every meal can…

Basic Viniagrette Dressing and 5 Different Variations

This simple viaigrette dressing is delicious on its own, but it is also a perfect starting point for light and flavorful homemade dressings. INGREDIENTS Basic Vinaigrette6 tbsp (90 mL) olive oil4 tbsp (50 mL) white wine vinegar2 tbsp (30 mL) water¼ tsp (1 mL) salt⅛ tsp (0.5 mL) ground black pepper VARIATIONS Asian Vinaigrette 2 tbsp (30 mL) Basic Vinaigrette1 tbsp (15 mL) reduced-sodium soy sauce2…

Fresh Tomatoe, Cucumber and Feta Salad

INGREDIENTS Salad2   seedless cucumbers, cut into 3" (7.5 cm) pieces and in half lengthwise4   plum tomatoes, tops removed and cut in half lengthwise1   yellow bell pepper, seeded and quartered4 oz (125 g) chunk feta cheese, cut in half lengthwise Black pepperDressing1/4 cup (50 mL) white balsamic or white wine vinegar1/2 cup (125 mL) olive oil or vegetable oil1/2 tbsp (7 mL) sugar1 tsp (5 mL) Italian…