This afternoon I ventured to a yoga class with my friends – Faith, Eileen, and Mary. I love having gym friends – exercise is so much more fun! The class was great – a really nice and pretty challenging vinyasa flow. And the room was WARM!! Not enough to make me sweat, but not cold either, and that’s improvement! We did a series of 3 camel poses and during that time, my cold disappeared. It’s back a little, but I really do feel much better after a day of super foods.
Back at home, I was pretty hungry from working out during snack time, so I sipped an Izze-esque while I made dinner. LOVE these because they are lighter in calories and sweetness – I find the regular Izzes to be too sweet. These are just 25% fruit juice in sparkling water. I could make this at home, but that would require purchasing 2 kinds of beverage (juice + s. water) and for now, this works to have in the pantry.
Tonight’s dinner was a random mix – but it worked!!
A while back, Copper River Salmon sent me a mix of smoked salmons as the finale of the summer tasting I did of salmon, and Matt has been urging me on to use this jar in a dinner for months. I guess the fact that he could see it through the glass made it more tempting!?
We used it in tonight’s pasta dinner. I tried to drain it (because I didn’t want all the excess fish oil in the pasta) but Matt insisted on keeping the oil drippings and then he DRANK THEM!!!!!!!!!!!! He has this thing with fish juices and brines. I love canned fish, but I could never drink the juice. Ew.
Tonight I rolled my eyes for the 100th time when he did it, but he got me when he said: “Just trying to get all the essential fatty acids I can!” Ha! Point noted.
Last time we made noodles with this Clementine Cashew Butter that Krissy sent me a while ago, Matt said it was one of the best pasta sauces he’s ever had. So I rolled with it on noodles a second time. I was not too tempted to put this on breakfast things for some reason (although it tastes amazing), but my gosh was it good for dinner sauces!!
Something is missing…
[Sounds of sriracha glugging from the bottle…]
That’s better.
This dish was made with Whole Foods brand vegetable shells and broccoli that I blanched in the pasta water in the last minute of cooking (I know this leaches a few of the nutrients out – but it’s super easy and something I only do with veggie + pasta dishes – and quickly!). I drained those and put them back in the warm pot with 2 clementines, the salmon and about 3 tbsp of the Clem-Cash butter. Sriracha on top!
The dish was awesome.
Piece O dark chocolate for dessert, House Hunters and I’m calling it a night!
Ingunn says
Heh, we have that same talking Homer beer opener 😀
KathEats says
He talks every time we open the drawer!
Angel7 says
That smoked salmon looks awesome!!! Gotta get some sort of fish at the grocery store on my next trip.
http://faithfulsolutions.blogspot.com/
lynn @ the actor's diet says
my husband – a vegetarian – won’t let me cook fish at home b/c he can’t stand the smell. i wonder how much i’d have to pay him to have him drink fish juice from a jar.
Anjali Shah @ The Picky Eater says
Omg I didn’t know about Izze Esque! I totally agree the regular Izze sodas are too sweet – so excited to try this new version!
kathleen @ the daily crumb says
camel pose is one of my favorites — i feel like it cleans everything out!
that clementine cashew butter sounds very interesting… and delicious. enjoy the night!
Katie @ Peace Love and Oats says
I love house hunters!!! Unfortunately I watched all their online episodes this summer… just have to wait until I go home for Christmas where there’s a tv!
katie @KatieDid says
woo interesting flavor combo with the pasta. I love that you threw some clems in there!
Julie H. of Spinach and Sprinkles says
Workout buddies are the best! 🙂 It is nice to have something social to look forward to and some motivation to get there! …..Dinner looks fab!
Christine @ Oatmeal in my Bowl says
I was craving salmon last night. So I made salmon burgers and smothered them with a layer of left over sweet potatoes. Weird, but it worked! Yeah for salmon and great yoga and gym friends!
Brandy says
This post totally reminded me I took some salmon from whole foods out of the freezer last night to thaw. I’m copying your dinner! I have everything… even sriracha 🙂 yay!
Molly @ RDexposed says
Ugh my boyfriend grosses me out every time a can of olives is opened. Yuck!
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
I bet Matt would drink the ACV! Now that was gross. I get what he’s saying though. Dinner looks delicious. I hope you feel better tomorrow! Now, go gargle and get some rest.
Joelle (on a pink typewriter) says
Hot sauce makes everything better! 😉
sarah says
You need a SodaStream so much.
Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga says
The Clementine Cashew Butter sounds wonderful. What a great sauce/spread/dip.
And Matt drinking fish juice and oils??! Whoa. Never heard of that one. Are you sure he’s not pregnant and experiencing first trimester cravings? Kidding 🙂
Mary Legare Whaley says
Gym friends are the best! It’s amazing how much faster the time passes when you’ve got great friends to chat with. Dinner looks yummy. And everything is exponentially more delicious with Sriracha sauce. Hands. Down. I think I could eat a flip-flop if it was generously topped with Sriracha.
Lena @Fit on the Rocks says
You’re even cooler in my book now because of the sriracha lol! I put it on so many things, it’s probably not normal. That meal looks delish!
Katelyn @ Chef Katelyn says
Salmon is da magical fish of de sea! I miss yoga. And I like that jar.
Jessica @ The Process of Healing says
Ew. Drinking fish oil. EW. But hey, if it works for Matt…
Julia H. @ The Petite Spiel says
Why, Matt, why??? Fish juices? Ew!
Ashley @ Coffee Cake and Cardio says
I love having gym friends too!! Big time!! — interesting dinner, but it looks good.
Kaila @healthyhelperblog! says
I would have never thought of putting all those flavors together! Interesting combos!!
Olena (The Fit Gourmet) says
Haha. Matt is not alone. I also drink tuna and salmon brine when it’s the low-sodium variety but certainly NOT oil. Though I do know people who like mopping the fishy oil with bread 😉 A bit of brine also comes handy when I mash tuna for sandwiches or wraps.
Lauren @ What Lauren Likes says
Haha I could never drink the fish oil! Looks like a great dinner though 🙂
Brittnie (A Joy Renewed) says
I have had an on and off again cold for the past month. I think it is due to allergies and the up and down weather. Gets hot here then cold then the next day it’s hot again. No fun! Hope you are feeling back to normal asap. 🙂
Mama Pea says
GAHHHH! Are you going to kiss Fishy Face tonight????
KathEats says
The only food that leaves him unkissable is onion!
Katie says
Smoked Salmon, yum! I’ve been craving it for months, haven’t splurged yet though…. Maybe this weekend 🙂 Healthy essential fatty acids, right?
Ann @ Day by Day says
I could put Sriracha on everything! I was home for the whole week last week for Thanksgiving and I couldn’t find any in any of the grocery stores at home, so I had to go a whole week without it. I love it on scrambled eggs and kale the best.
Annette @ EnjoyYourHealthyLife says
I love fish!! SO good atop pasta.
Deva @ Deva by Definition says
I don’t know that I could drink the oils the fish was packed in. Maybe mushed into the fish?
Kathy W. says
I’ve been reading long enough to remember that Matt drinks pickle juice, too! 🙂
KathEats says
Indeed. Somehow that no longer seems as bad 😉
Emily G. @ from my messy desk says
Pickle juice is good..and is good for belly aches!
Kathy W. says
A study showed that it relieves muscle cramps after exercise, too:
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/06/09/phys-ed-can-pickle-juice-stop-muscle-cramps/
Patti says
On our local MS150 bike rides, every rest stop has pickle juice. Gross in theory ’til about mile 40 and it’s the best ever!
Khushboo says
Wow as much as I love salmon, the thought of drinking the brine makes me cringe!
Kelly @ Foodie Fiasco says
Is there some kind of House Hunters fan club I can join? 😉
KathEats says
I would love to join too!
esmemerrie says
I need to try Izze! hmm and dark chocolate and house hunters!! lovely! hope it was international though!
Health Bee says
Wow, the smoked salmon looks delicious! Can’t wait to try those clementine cashew butter. Yum. 🙂
Rebecca @ Naturally Healthy and Gorgeous says
Looks delicious….I’ve never tried smoked salmon in a jar but I love smoked salmon!
Blessing @ Working Mom Journal says
Isn’t that a small portion for Matt, just wondering if he eats that little.
KathEats says
His portion was about 50% larger than mine
KathEats says
[Also recall what I said last night about bread side dishes]
Hillary says
Salmon, clementines, and cashew butter? I would never think to mix these things, but you do make it sound pretty appealing!
Heather H says
Your salmon pasta looks yummy yummy yummy! I don’t know about drinking fish juices though, that doesn’t sound to yummy. : )
Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says
This is such a creative meal! I actually love the taste of salmon and citrus together, but I never would have thought to make a pasta with them!
Emily says
You always have great dinner ideas. Thanks and keep ’em coming!
[email protected] Broken Cookies Don't Count says
Clementine cashew butter sounds wonderful! I love the sriracha too!
Amanda says
I hadn’t seen those Izze Esque drinks, but they sound great! I’m currently on an apple cider kick, but I like to add just a splash to water to keep down on the sweetness and add a touch of flavor. Plus, it makes it last longer!
Krissy says
I would have never thought to put that cashew butter on pasta but now I must try. I’ve been meaning to try to make a savory dish with it since your last post with it. Feel better!
~Christy @ wonderofallthings says
Fun combos! I love the throw together dishes!
Tamara Marie says
I have to admit I am astonished at how much income you must have to buy your groceries at Whole Foods weekly. I don’t know one person out of my circle of friends that can afford that!
KathEats says
This bill was about $65 – not too bad for a week’s worth of groceries.
Tamara Marie says
True that. I am impressed!
Tamara Marie says
Oh make sure to chicken soup it up! I hate chicken soup myself but I make myself eat it when I have a cold. =(
Cait's Plate says
Sometimes random dinners like this are the best. That whole bowl just looks incredible!
Candice @ Sailing on Paper says
Fish and pasta is a really yummy combination. And Siracha makes everything better. I’ve sometimes considered putting it on sandwiches and fries, even–so good.
scot walters says
just getting to know your site. As an ex chef I really like how you take chances with your food.For your cold you might want to try a bone broth.
Jessica says
Kath,
I hope you and Matt are well! I hear Laura and the other Matt are our neighbors now. Just wanted to let you know that I recently filmed a House Hunters episode. I wrote a quick blog post on it http://responsiblechocolate.com/2011/11/16/speeding-pov-room-tone-otf/
It won’t air until april but I’ll definitely let you know when. I’ve noticed you love the show (:
Jessica
KathEats says
First off, neighbors with Larbs? neat!! Have you met?
Second, SO COOL you’re going to be on House Hunters!! I have seen EVERY episode, so please let me know when yours airs!!
Jessica says
We’re downtown as well- I think Joel and Matt have been emailing about meeting up. Have never met Laura. Hope to soon!
KathEats says
You should!