I’m being the “Him” and he’s being the “Her” – I’m downstairs about to watch TV and he’s up in bed asleep!!
This afternoon was Girls on the Run. We had nice weather and I ran for only about 20 minutes with my coach after. I thought about doing more (she had to go), but I was really out of time. I decided rather than changing clothes in my car that I would go to the YMCA nearby and change. And then I realized they have showers!! And towels!! And hair dryers!! I was all set for a 15 minute shower-get-dressed turn-around. It felt SO good to be clean!! Although I was without any make-up at all and it felt weird 😳
I made it to campus with about 25 minutes to eat. I packed a great salad for dinner!! It was fabulous – and the hummus was the star:
- A base of romaine
- 1/2 small red pepper
- 1 carrot
- 3/4 cup garbanzo beans
- 2 big blobs Sabra hummus (which I partially hid under lettuce to keep it off the lid)
- Some homemade lemon dressing that Karen brought over
Plus a nice slice of bread!
I did well on my Micro lab test from last week and managed to make it through tonight’s lab. SO glad to be home though!!
I went up to kiss my sleeping beauty and then came down in my PJ’s to watch the debate (I’m DVRing it at the moment). I’m about to settled down with a cup of tea and a snack – will post those tomorrow AM. I’m not sure how long I’ll last. Maybe 30 minutes!? My plan tomorrow is to sleep until 7 or so 
Happy Fall!
babycakes says
GORGEOUS salad! 🙂
Chelsea says
Yum your salad makes me wish that Lucy could tolerate beans right now. Hopefully soon!!!
Laurel says
That lemon dressing sounds good! What was in it?
Megan says
Your salad looks delicious! Glad that lab went well!
coco says
chickpeas & hummus salad!!! such a creative combo! it must taste fabulous!
madison (follow my weigh) says
haha funny how you guys switched roles!!
Maureen says
That’s only 3/4 cup chickpeas? It looks like so much more!
Molly says
The salad looks lovely? How do you store it/transport it to keep it from wilting and getting all soggy?
daphna says
Nice salad! By the way, how do you like that lunchbox? I was eyeing it earlier. It looks smaller than I thought it was though.
Kelsey says
Yum yum salad!
Kath says
I’m up late!! Just want to go to bed with a clean Inbox 😉
Laurel ,
I’m not sure – I didn’t make it. Lemon, olive oil and garlic for sure.
Maureen ,
They were mostly on the top – the whole bottom was lettuce!
Molly ,
It was only stored for a few hours. And I put the dressing on the bottom and mixed it as I ate it. Stored all together in the tupperware you see there.
daphna ,
LOVE IT!
Kath
sallyann says
Hi Kath,
Just found your blog and I love it. Love how you and your husband work around each others schedules and really support each other. It’s so refreshing in this day and age. Thnak you for all that you’re doing. I’m totally stoked to eat healthier!!!
Sallyann
Rachel says
It’s never occurred to me to put garbanzos AND hummus on the same salad – but why not? I bet the texture difference makes it interesting and super yummy. I’m going to have to try it! And it’s also a good reminder to put garbanzos or other beans on salad in the first place – I definitely need the protein. YUM!
Katie says
I love your blog!
I find it so inspiring – thank you!
Anne P says
Hey Kath!
aw yay i just saw the shout out i got yesterday 🙂 i am indeed here in prague! started teaching yesterday and it went well, but i was totally nervous! the city is gorgeous, and i’m really looking forward to this weekend when i’ll have more time to explore (we’ve been in teacher training classes 24/7 since monday morning!). my roommates and others in the course are really cool 🙂
i really miss US food though and would kill for a whole foods, he he! everything here is mea,t meat, meat, butter, potatoes, more meat, cream sauce, etc etc, so i’m definitely having to try to do meals at home instead of eating out too much. i did find some great produce at a market near me though!
anyway, glad to see you put the kashi coupons to good use! i’ve always been curious about that “good friends” cereal, even though the picture on the front is totally lame, hehe.
i think i’m going to start a blog up to let friends and family know how i’m doing in prague, so i’ll let you know the link when i do!
Anne P 🙂
Anne P says
oh and p.s. leslie, i just saw your comment! i would LOVE some restaurant recommendations 🙂 and any other recommendations! i’m living in Praha 5 but have been enjoying walking all over! went for a nice run over the Charles Bridge this a.m. 🙂 thanks for the offer!
VeggieGirl says
Ooooh, chickpeas – yum.
ENJOY SLEEPING IN!!! 🙂
Anne says
So I’m not the only one to hide the hummus under the lettuce when I pack a salad!
I really admire your devotion to packing lunch and dinner everyday except for the Earthfare days – it’s extremely time consuming, especially with such a busy schedule!
Sammie says
Yummy salad. I bet you looked just beauteous without your makeup. Glad you had a great afternoon.
Kath says
Katie + sallyann ,
Thanks for your comments!
Anne P ,
SO good to hear from you!!! Glad things are going well across the ocean. Keep us updated – a blog would be awesome!!
Kath
Jen (Running with Food) says
Your packed salad looks delish! Hope you enjoy your Thursday off from school!
michelle says
Wow terrific looking salad!!! I must try that combo!! Also, what kind of bread do you eat? I ask because the bread looks amazing and i have a weakness for fresh interesting breads!!!
Michelle
Wendy says
Hi Kath,
I’ve been reading your blog for a little over a month now – and still enjoy it! I’ve integrated a few things I’ve learned from you, especially wheatberries in my yogurt. Very YUMMY! I’m wondering what “kale chips” are and what is a “granola plank”? Thanks for the inspiration and your creativity.
Kath says
michelle ,
The husband works at Great Harvest Bread Co. now.
Wendy ,
Kale chips are in the recipes on the sidebar. Granola plank: http://www.honest-foods.com.
Kath
Andrea (Off Her Cork) says
I used to be embarrassed to go without makeup and I would always at least put some coverup on and a bit of foundation. I have perpetual bags under my eyes and always felt like I had to draw attention away from them. Then I got tired of always putting makeup on! LOL I eventually got past it and now only put makeup on if we are going out to dinner or something along those lines. It’s a bit freeing not having to worry about that anymore.
I’ve never melted the parrano! Must try that! I taped the debate too, only made it an hour before I was passing out.
zestycook says
Kath, Salad looks amazing!! I am in love with CHickpeas now 🙂