Eet vaker pannenkoeken*
Pannenkoeken kunnen een goed alternatief zijn als maaltijd. Gebruik halfvolle of magere melk, volkoren bloem zonodig gemengd met gewone bloem of havermeel en natuurlijk gezonde
eieren. Als vulling gebruik bijv. spinazie met wat vetarme smeerkaas of bijv. div. groenten met kruiden of bijv. hamplakken met kleine tomaatjes en kwark of bijv.
zalm (uit blik) met citroen en peper of bijv. met verschillende vruchten zoals appel, aardbei, bessen, peer, bananen. Bak ze in wat raapzaadolie of olijfolie.
Pancakes - Making A Meal Of It, All Year Round
Once a year, pancakes enjoy a special slot in people's dinner diaries, but don't bury those frying pans just yet. If you're short on cooking time, pancakes can make a nutritious meal to be enjoyed at any time of the year.
Heart-healthy batter
Reduce the saturated fat content by using semi-skimmed or skimmed milk. Eggs provide protein, vitamins and minerals and are high in monounsaturated fats that help promote healthy cholesterol levels. By choosing wholemeal flour, or a mixture of half brown-half white, or oatmeal, you will increase the fibre content, which is great for the heart and for feeling full. Get those arm muscles working as you whisk up a frothy batter and cook with a teaspoon of rapeseed oil or a spray oil.
All in the filling
Now you've got a healthy batter, keep up the good work and choose your toppings wisely.
Main course pancakes ideas
- cooked spinach with low-fat cream cheese;
- thin slices of ham, cherry tomatoes and cottage cheese;
- curried vegetables;
- tinned salmon, lemon juice and pepper.
Pudding pancakes:
- stewed apple and blueberries;
- yoghurt, strawberries and oats;
- grated pear and cinnamon;
- finely chopped tropical fruit salad;
- sliced banana and honey.
Pancakes can be easily made and enjoyed by young and old. Whiz up some batter and experiment with heart-healthy fillings for a satisfying and fun meal at any time of the year.
Heart Research UK (April
2009)
