As a low iron babe myself, I know the struggle of keeping those iron levels up. But fear not – we've got you covered with three delicious and nutritious recipes that will give your iron levels a boost and leave you feeling fabulous.
1. Sesame Kale Salad with Tofu:
Ingredients:
- Fresh kale leaves
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Red cabbage, thinly sliced
- Carrots, grated
- Cucumber, sliced
- Firm tofu, cubed
- Sesame seeds, toasted
- Sesame oil
- Rice vinegar
- Soy sauce
- Honey
Instructions:
- Massage kale leaves with olive oil and a pinch of salt to soften them.
- Add sliced red cabbage, grated carrots, and sliced cucumber to the bowl.
- Top with crispy baked tofu cubes and toasted sesame seeds.
- Prepare a dressing by mixing sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and honey.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything together.
2. Black Bean and Sweet Potato Enchiladas:
Ingredients:
- Sweet potatoes, diced
- Olive oil
- Smoked paprika
- Cumin
- Onion, diced
- Bell peppers, diced
- Garlic, minced
- Canned black beans
- Diced tomatoes
- Chili powder
- Corn tortillas
- Enchilada sauce
- Shredded cheese
- Greek yogurt (optional)
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions:
- Roast diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, and cumin until tender.
- Sauté diced onion, bell peppers, and garlic until softened.
- Add black beans, diced tomatoes, and cooked sweet potatoes to the skillet. Season with chili powder and cumin.
- Spoon the filling onto corn tortillas, roll them up, and place them seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Pour enchilada sauce over the top, sprinkle with shredded cheese, and bake until bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve hot with a dollop of Greek yogurt and fresh cilantro, if desired.
3. Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry:
Ingredients:
- 250g beef steak, thinly sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for 1 minute.
- Add thinly sliced beef to the skillet and cook until browned.
- Stir in broccoli florets and soy sauce. Cook until the broccoli is tender-crisp and the beef is cooked through.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles for a satisfying and iron-rich meal.
So, whichever you decide to try, these recipes are sure to keep your iron levels in check and your taste buds satisfied.
Bon appétit,
Pretty Please xo