I just had to share about a new food item I tried today. It’s Moroccan Curry from the folks at Kashi and it is CRAZY good, IMO! Here’s a pic of the prepared product:

The base for this pilaf is Kashi’s original whole grain pilaf mix which consists of oats, long grain brown rice, rye, hard winter red wheat, triticale (wheat/rye hybrid), barley, buckwheat, and sesame seeds. For this particular variety, they have also added carrots, coconut puree, currants, lentils, curry powder, cilantro, and a hint of ginger.

As for the nutritional information, per 1 cup serving, there are 220 calories, 5g fat, and 7g fiber which works out to 4 points for those of us on Weight Watchers. There is also only 400mg of sodium per serving which is generally pretty low for this type of convenience food. There are two (2) servings per bag.

I had this with a piece of grilled chicken for lunch and it was wonderful! It only took 60 seconds in the microwave, so it’s fast & easy to make. I could definitely see having this as just an entree as well since the combination of grains & lentils would provide a complete protein.

I found this at my local Ralphs supermarket which is owned by Kroger. It was regularly $2.69 per package, but I got it on sale buy one get one free. I liked it enough that it’s something I would buy again even at regular price.

They also have another new variety called Fiery Fiesta, but I’ve not tried it yet. It starts with the same whole grain base, and then includes roasted corn, tomatoes, red bell peppers, black beans, cilantro, and poblano chilies. As much as I love southwestern food, I definitely want to give it a try, too!

Until next time …