leftovers for Misty – and a run.
Yesterday something crazy happened. After lunch I was sitting at the table, chatting and relaxing…. but I just couldn’t relax. I had SO much energy. I needed to DO something. I actually said, “I need to go for a run.” What?
I don’t run. I have tried – can’t do it, don’t like it. I think the last time I “ran” was on a treadmill 6 months ago for about 3 minutes. So why was I volunteering to go for a run for the fun of it? Why? I just felt like I had to. I put on my runners and headed out, thinking even if I just ran for 1 minute and then walked, that was fine. 25 minutes later, I was still running, and felt like I could keep going, only I stopped as it was about 35 degrees C out, and I think I was getting a bit scorched. What?
Could it be this new high carb way of eating? Who knows – except I kind of want to do it again. What?
Are you a runner? I’m not – but after yesterday I am a little more inspired to give it a go…. I can’t believe I’m typing this.
Anyway, just a quick recipe for you today – it’s been a scorching hot few days, and we’ve been doing the rounds of the beach, the paddling pool and cowering under the air conditioner. Frozen rock melon is my new favourite snack.
Sometimes the meals I make from leftovers end up being better than the original meal that provided said leftovers. A small lonely fillet of white fish seemed like an annoying thing to have lurking around my fridge – but with the addition of some grated veg and cheese, made a nice little snack even a toddler could get enthusiastic about (I always feel good if I get some fish into Misty for some reason).
Simple Veggie Fish Cakes
(Gluten/wheat/soy/nut/seed/egg/refined sugar free)
- 1/2C cooked white fish, flaked (or equivalent measure in tinned fish salmon/tuna etc)
- 1/2C grated zuccinni – squeeze out excess liquid (or grated carrot/pumpkin etc)
- 1/4C grated cheddar cheese
- 2T chickpea flour
- 1T water
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Optional: a few tablespoons of chopped fresh dill
- Coconut oil/butter for cooking.
- Combine all ingredients together in a small bowl – the chickpea flour will act as the binder and the mix will stick together.
- Press into small cakes, using the palm of your hand to squeeze and shape.
- Heat a fry pan with a little coconut oil or butter over a medium heat, and cook cakes for around 3 minutes either side, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
- Serve with a little sour cream mixed with horseradish OR plain Greek yoghurt with a dollop of sweet chilli sauce.
This is another recipe that utilises chickpea flour in place of the usual egg (for it’s “binding” qualities) – it’s always worth having some on hand in the pantry if you ask me.
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Vegan. Stay at home Mum of Misty. Yoga teacher in training. Passionate about REAL food - creating it, eating it, sharing it. I can never stick to a recipe.
Ha! I love that story! The extra energy is awesome–I’m feeling it too so very likely the HC eats! I like to run when I can outside. It’s a whopping 9 degrees in Minnesota though so that’s not happening for a while :/
I’m LOVING this new energy… haven’t had anything like it in YEARS! Yip, it’s the complete opposite here, scorching HOT so I may need to leave runs to early morning/night or I may keel over!
Lou!!! I’m the same. I hated running (HATED it) when I was younger. Being asthmatic has a lot to do with it. (Gasping for air in desperation = sucky.) i played goaltender in soccer because I sucked at running. So, what happened to my brain last year?
My asthmatic self decided I needed to start running 5k’s. I still think my brain’s crazy, off and on, but I do love running races. I’m slow as balls, have to walk in between running spurts, but I keep signing up for races and have decided I eventually want to do a half mary.
I dunno what it is, but I feel better after I run! I think part of it is I hate strength training because I get wicked bad DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness) which I think has to maybe do with my body dumping potassium so easy (thanks, body, and asthma inhalers) but in any case, I can run for several days in a row whereas strength training sidelines me and makes me miserable for several days after one good sesh.
I know that was kind of rambly, but know that you have a kindred spirit in “WTF am I doing running, seriously” and it’s so worth it, keep with it, even if it’s just random jogs here and there.
Thanks for the support, Wendy! That’s so great you’ve found an exercise that works for you – and from the sounds of things you are doing really well – a half marathon? That’s awesome!
I only discovered running as an adult, so you may yet become a convert
I know what you mean about leftovers. Sometimes the flavours develop after a day, and sometimes the random combinations of ingredients just work out better than the initial meal/s!
Yes, I’m so surprised that I enjoyed it/could run further than half a metre! I’m going to go again tomorrow
Running is definitely a pipe dream for me at 69 but I’d be really happy if I could just go for a walk. Until about 4 or 5 years ago I walked 7ks 6 days a week but illness caught up with me an i can no longer do that. Most days I’m flat out walking to the letter box………old age and illness is a buggar. Thus no matter how hard I try I have a weight problem. Heading to Hospital next month for more tests with may (keep your fingers crossed) at least help with the vertigo / tinnitis problem. Then maybe, just maybe I’ll be able to walk around the block without losing my balance and face planting the road.
Oh I’m sorry to hear of your struggle, Livvy, that must be so frustrating for you! I’m crossing my fingers for you – and in the meantime you should try a bit of yoga – there are so many free classes/tutorials available online…. it’s made a world of difference in my life
Thanks Lou. I cannot do anything because of the Vertigo, I’m flat out standing up straight or still. Keep those fingers crossed for me, I really appreciate it.
Oh no! I feel so sorry for you Livvy – fingers AND toes crossed for you
wow! way to go! glad to hear you are feeling great and have a surplus of engergy!! def a good sign
Thanks Ami – it’s so great to feel so energised!
That’s awesome! Both my mom and dad ran marathons for years. I remember my mom getting up every morning to run 5-6 miles–I’m not NEARLY that disciplined, but I do love to run as often as I can. I’ve always been told that carbs are the best to eat the night before a marathon because it provides great slow-burning (and therefore sustained) energy. So, it may actually be that you’re eating more carbs and that’s why you were so eager to run! The best part is that your body releases so many endorphins when you run that you often get what’s called a “runner’s high” after you’re done. After I run, I always want to do it again!
Thanks Rachel! I am totally beginning to understand why people get hooked on running…. and fuelling yourself properly is key
oh lou, its been ages since i read and commented here! time to pick it up again! i love ur fish cakes, i actually had a mission when i moved to london a few years ago and tried to find the best fishcakes in town. well, i had so many sad ones that, after reviewing and analyzing about 10 different kinds at different restaurants, gave up and never had fishcakes again! maybe its time for me to try your recipe!
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Yip, if you can’t find a decent one…. then make your own! Nice to see you back here Alexia – hope you are feeling better
Oh my goddddd!! Do you have any idea how much I love this post!? You went running, that is so effing awesome!! Gahhhh I can’t wait for you to go again. Kudos for running in heat, I hate running in heat!
Ha! I know…. and all those times I wrote on your blog that I just don’t like running!
Nope, running is not really my thing. My hips and knees don’t handle it very well. I can handle hill sprints and quite ‘enjoy’ them (compared to, say, a trip to the dentist), but endurance running doesn’t do my joints any good. I’m glad you are having a power surge!
I can’t do long distances, short and sweet is how I’m liking it right now (plus my cardio fitness needs improving!) but I understand the knee thing, as mine are quite sensitive too…. I AM enjoying it more than the dentist definitely (which I avoid at all costs!) Ha.
I do not consider myself a runner, but I {{thrive}} on trails. Love.It. Even in the cold. Crazy. Dave & I have been escaping to the desert to get some serious (for me) miles in. I’m psyched for you – has to be the way you are fueling your body.
Oh definitely – proper fuel = abundant energy! So good! I love a good beach run too (I live near the water) definitely a huge leg workout in sand