Whether you've been looking to lose weight, or, at the very least, to start eating healthier, then you've most likely tried a diet or two. As you've come to find out, most diets are not created equal. In fact, while most diets make promises that have little scientific or nutritional evidence to support their claims, there are few that are actually backed by members of those in the field of science, medicine, and nutrition. One of the diets supported by some of the most influential and highly esteemed individuals in these fields is known as the Caveman Diet , or Paleo Diet .
While the first image that most likely comes to mind is a scene from a Geico commercial, the truth is that there is significant evidence supporting the benefits of following the Paleo Diet . In fact, many athletes, physicians, and nutritionists alike swear by this ancient diet that provides more essential vitamins and minerals than what some consider traditional eating habits If you're tired of the false promises of fad diets , and would like to unleash your inner caveman with a scientifically backed solution, there is no better way to get started than to try these two recipes.
Shrimp Avocado Omelet (Breakfast)
Breakfast is often said to be the most important meal of the day, and yet, it is not uncommon for most people to eat as little as a bowl of cereal or a few slices of toast. By following the Paleo Diet , however, you can be certain that you'll eat a breakfast that will give you the energy that you need to start your day.
One of the more popular Paleo Diet breakfast choices is the Shrimp Avocado Omelet. With avocado, tomato, and shrimp added to your eggs, this meal is one that not only will provide you with plenty of protein and healthy fats, but also one that packs quite a bit of flavor. In order to make this excellent Paleo Diet breakfast dish, you'll need cilantro, sea salt, eggs, and olive oil in addition to the avocado, tomato, and shrimp. After gathering your ingredients, you're ready to start preparing the delicious breakfast by following these steps.
- Mix together the avocado, tomato, and cilantro in a bowl. Add a small amount of salt to the mix for seasoning. This mix will form the omelet topping.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl separate from the avocado, tomato, and cilantro mix, and then brisk them in a hot skillet that has been lightly coated with olive oil.
- As the eggs cook, add the shrimp to the center of the omelet, and then fold the omelet over the filling. Let it cook for about half of a minute.
- Once the omelet has been cooked, add your prepared topping, and enjoy this excellent Paleo Diet breakfast dish.
Paleo Shepherd's Pie (Lunch or Dinner)
Shepherd's Pie has long been a popular dish, regardless of eating habits and diet . However, it seems that most variations of shepherd's pie are either high in saturated fat, or they lack in taste. Fortunately, The Paleo Diet version of Shepherd's Pie, fittingly known as Paleo Shepherd's Pie, provides the best of both worlds in that it tastes great, and is incredibly healthy as well. It is an excellent choice for both lunch and dinner, and should provide enough leftovers to keep you eating well for a few days. This Paleo Diet meal uses ground turkey, parsnips, zucchini, mushrooms, red onion, green celery, egg whites, olive oil, bacon, and some seasoning. Using these indicated ingredients, you'll want to use the following steps to prepare this excellent Caveman Diet version of Shepherd's Pie.
- While the oven preheats to 450 degrees, mix both olive oil and onion salt with previously grated parsnips.
- Cook a slice of bacon, and then sauté zucchini, mushrooms, and celery in the remaining bacon fat.
- In another pan, fry the turkey with seasoning and onions. Then combine the turkey with the vegetable mixture, and add egg whites.
- Add the newly combined mixture to a pan, and top it with your parsnip mixture. Cook the dish for about twenty-five minutes, and then enjoy.
Both of these recipes serve as good starting points to experience what the Paleo Diet entails. With both meals being both rich in proteins and healthy fats, and also great tasting, you'll soon be wondering what took you so long to try the Paleo Diet in the first place.