Matcha…

Since I have a hard time drinking any kind of tea, hot or cols, I found this intriguing!  Lately everyone is mad for matcha, a powder made from green tea that's even more powerful than the regular brew.  You get more antioxidants with matcha because you consume the ground-up leaves! That means you consume more of the catechins that have been associated with everything from reducing cancer and blood pressure to protecting your brain against aging.

Brewing a cup isn't the only way to enjoy this bold, slightly grassy tasting ingredient. Add about 1/4 teaspoon to savory and sweet foods for an easy nutrition boost!  I am going to give it a try by stirring in matcha with other spices - curry powder, paprika, Thai seasoning, and cumin.  What about tabbouleh which is mostly bulgur, tomatoes, parsley, olive oil and is naturally sweet. Matcha will counterbalances those notes to make the flavors pop in this Middle Eastern dish. It might be a matcha weekend!

Until Monday - Keep thinking veggies and protein!