Chicago Diva On A Dime

     I found this recipe online. It's a great treat especially while dieting! A glass is only about 20 calories and makes a great summertime treat. Plus it's a knock off of Starbucks so you'll save some money too. And what Diva doesn't love a bargain? Ingredients: Tazo Passion Tea Low Calorie Lemonade (I use Minute maid LIGHT  pink lemonade) Nectresse  (or other sweetener) First make the Passion Tea concentrate: Brew two bags of  tea for every 8oz of water. Let the tea bags steep for 10-15 minutes. Then place it in the fridge to chill. Then, put your concentrate in the fridge and chill it. Once it's cooled:  mix 2 parts tea to 1 part lemonade. I usually add a little splash extra lemonade so use your own tastes to guide you.  Then added one packet of Nectresse, of course if you prefer sweeter use two. Mix with a spoon and Enjoy! 

     Since last week I did a Alcoholic drink. I decided to make today's Thirsty Thursday family friendly. Since a lot of us, me included wanna lose weight in the New Year. I'm including a recipe for a smoothie that I have made. It claims to help you lose weight. But honestly I just like the taste and it's an easy breakfast for my son too. Oatmeal Strawberry Banana smoothie  1/2 cup of Strawberries 1/2 cup low fat/non fat plain Greek yogurt 1 banana cut up 1/2 cup of rolled oats 1 cup of ice 1 cup of coconut water Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. This recipe makes 2 servings. Enjoy! 

     So you may be wondering what am I gonna do for Tasty Tuesdays? Well if you didn't know I know how to cook. Also my Father owner a Restaurant when I was growing up. So yes I was always around food. Hence for my need for Weightloss Wednesday...         Well I'm gonna start my Tasty Tuesday with a recipe for something I've been craving: Avocado chicken salad:  This is a healthier alternative to Chicken salad. It has less mayo and avocado for a healthy fat. Ingredients: 2 cups shredded chicken 1 avocado 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 2 tsp lime juice 1 tsp fresh cilantro 1/4 cup mayo 1/4 cup plain Greek Yogurt Directions: Mix all ingredients in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20-30 minutes to let all those yummy flavors blend together.  Serve on bread, flat bread, pita chips or any other way you like your chicken salad. Tasty Tuesday tip: try using a crockpot for an easy way to make dinner without spe...