The 2nd edition of The Mayo Clinic Diet does not have as much focus on recipes as the 3rd edition. For this reason, if you are mainly buying a book for recipes, this is not the best choice.
I’m including the 2nd edition here as I would be remiss to omit the book that helped me so much with my weight loss in 2022.
In terms of recipes, you will find:
- 14 complete recipes with nutrition facts and photos
- 10 complete recipes (no facts, few photos)
- About 30 basic recipes with quick instructions
So, if you come across this book in the library or used at a great price, it may be worthwhile. Otherwise, pass and go for another cookbook or the 3rd edition.
Here’s a list of some of the recipes, in no particular order. Don’t want to violate any copyright rules, so just consider this as a highlight: blueberry muffins, barbecue chicken chopped salad, Dijon Parmesan crusted salmon, shrimp stirfry, brown rice with vegetables, southwestern taco seasoning, and pita pizza.
The picture above is of their Quinoa Cakes, but I substituted chickpeas for quinoa. This substitution was based upon nutritional content, and this brings me to a kind of obvious hint. When you don’t have or like an ingredient, simply substitute rather than feeling frustrated and heading for the nearest restaurant. Weight maintenance isn’t about perfection; it’s about prioritizing health when possible and doing the best you are able to do.
In the coming days, you can expect reviews of cookbooks with many more recipes to help on our weight maintenance journeys. Until then, think about ways to substitute and edit using your favorites!
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