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ASK THE EXPERT BANANA FLAX GRANOLA BARS SUMMERY BEAN SALAD Matt Rinehart RD, CSO, LD CTCA in Tulsa, Oklahoma Sarah Possato, RD CTCA in Zion, Illinois These banana flax granola bars are a tasty, well-balanced snack. I personally love this Summery Bean Salad because it is very The rolled oats provide a good source of whole grain; the fast and easy to put together as well as filling and delicious! bananas provide potassium; the wheat germ, almonds, whole- The avocado provides heart-healthy unsaturated fats, and the grain oats, and egg provide protein; the cinnamon, flaxseeds, strawberries provide the antioxidant vitamin C. Beans offer an and wheat germ offer antioxidants; the ground flaxseed and array of unique phytochemicals and antioxidants that are found the wheat germ provide omega-3 fatty acids, which have anti- in no other foods. For our patients at CTCA® who are trying inflammatory benefits; and the almond milk is 50 percent more to incorporate more plant-based protein sources, beans are a fortified with calcium than cow's milk. In addition, the bars fantastic alternative—and they also contain detoxifying fiber, are sweetened naturally with honey, and they offer improved which helps keep the digestive tract functional. blood sugar control compared with average granola bars due to of the ingredients may have natural cancer-preventive benefits: SUMMERY BEAN SALAD Dressing fiber has been shown to reduce the risk of colorectal cancer, and 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil ground flaxseed has in some cases shown anticancer benefits 1 tablespoon lemon juice or balsamic vinegar with prostate, colon, and breast cancer. And as if that weren't Pinch of red pepper flakes enough, these bars taste great! 1 tablespoon agave the fiber and protein content and the cinnamon. Finally, several Salt to taste BANANA FLAX GRANOLA BARS 1½ cups rolled oats ½ cup slivered almonds, crushed 2 tablespoons wheat germ 4 tablespoons ground flaxseeds 1 tablespoon cinnamon ½ cup carob chips 2 tablespoons honey 1 banana, mashed 1 egg ½ cup almond milk Salad Preheat oven to 350º. Mix all dry ingredients together. Add Drizzle with dressing and mix together. Salad may be served honey, banana, egg, and almond milk. Spread evenly in baking cold or at room temperature. dish lined with parchment paper. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until browned. 1 cup strawberries, quartered 1 avocado, pitted, peeled, and diced 1 cup dry black beans, cooked until tender (will produce 2 cups) or 2 cups canned black beans, rinsed 4 to 5 spring onions or scallions, ends trimmed, cut into ½-inch pieces Mix dressing ingredients together; set aside. Combine strawberries, avocado, beans, and onions in a large bowl. Makes four 1-cup servings Nutrition information per serving: calories 272; protein 9 g; carbohydrates 32 g; total fat 12 g; saturated fat 1.5 g; dietary fiber 5 g; sodium 213 mg Makes 10 servings Nutrition information per serving: calories 193; protein 7 grams; carbohydrates 22 g; total fat 9 g; saturated fat 1.5 g; dietary fiber 4 g; sodium 29 milligrams cfthrive.com spring 2013 | cancer fighters thrive 17