20 balanced recipes to make in September

Seasonal vegetables in the spotlight

Having gone from the red of tomatoes to the green of chard, the stalls change in September. It is better, more responsible and less expensive to eat seasonally. Between eggplant, green beans or beets, we clearly have the choice in September. If you decide to cook the bean, it will be very appreciable in salad or with parsley. If you don’t want your green beans to be too crunchy but you want them to be softer, immerse them in hot water before cooking to soften them a little first. It’s a good habit to get into. If, on the other hand, you want them crunchy, add a pinch of baking soda which will slow down the cooking, help keep the color of the beans and salt the water at the same time.

What does a balanced plate look like?

Opting for balanced plates is less complicated than you think. You can indulge yourself with gourmet dishes while eating a balanced diet. Sarah Marin-Maire, qualified dietician-nutritionist and co-founder of Make Me Healthy, reminds us what a balanced plate is. “On your plate, portions of plant proteins and whole grains must be consumed in quantities adapted to your needs and vegetables complete your meal in order to help you achieve satiety and prevent you from leaving the table hungry. They are rich in water, low in calories and therefore, unlike proteins and whole grains, to be consumed as desired,” explains the expert. Regarding starchy foods, we advise you to favor pasta and brown rice over white rice. Indeed, according to a new study published in January 2023 in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences. Brown rice contains fiber and protein known to be satiating and blood sugar regulating. The carbohydrates provided by a serving of brown rice are converted into energy more consistently than white rice.