Dieting after Christmas Holidays to get back on track

Guilty of overeating during the Holidays ?

No problem !

We've got a simple way to beat weight gain with a light & tasteful meal, accompanied by a fresh & crispy Greek white wine.

Mustard, lemon & rosemary roast chicken breast

& Gourgette Salad  

For the main dish (Ingredients)

• 1/3 cup Mustard
• ·   1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• ·   1/4 cup rosemary leaves, roughly chopped
• ·   1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, roughly chopped
• ·   1 garlic clove, peeled, sliced
• ·   1 lemon, rind finely grated, juiced
• ·   2 kg chicken breasts, skin on 

Method 

1. Combine mustard, oil, rosemary, parsley, garlic, lemon rind and 1/3 cup lemon juice in a small food processor. Process until well combined. Pour into a large ceramic dish. Season with salt and pepper.

2. Add chicken pieces and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

3. Preheat oven to 190°C. Place chicken pieces on a roasting rack. Spoon over remaining marinade. Roast for 50 minutes or until golden and cooked through. Place on a platter. Serve warm or at room temperature

For the Gourgette Salad (ingredients)

• 1 kg small courgettes
• 1 small cup of Extra virgin Olive Oil 
• Lemon juice of Vinegar 
• Salt 

Directions

1. Wash the courgettes and remove their ends. 2. Boil the courgettes for 15 – 20 minutes. 3.Drain them and place them in a salad bowl. 4. Pour some olive oil and the lemon juice and serve courgettes hot or cold. Some add vinegar instead of lemon juice. Try both versions!

Complete the feast with a bottle of a fresh Greek white Malagouzia and remember my words; you will love it !!