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Super Salad Bowls
Posted by: Lucas Clarke on January 31, 2012 | Permalink
New Foods to try in 2012: Fresh Vegetable Juice
Posted by: Lucas Clarke on January 25, 2012 | Permalink
I have been a juicing machine ever since I got my juicer earlier this month. I have been experimenting with everything from beets to limes and cucumbers to tomatos, here is my latest juice creation recipe:
Power JUICE recipe:
- 3 Whole Golden Delicious Apples
- 1 Whole bunch of Kale
- 3 Large carrots (ends chopped off)
- 1 Large English Cucumber
- 4 pieces of celery
I really like this juice because it has a great sweet taste (from the apples) with a bite at the end and the kale gives it a beautiful color. The reason I named it POWER JUICE (besides the fact that it sounds cool) is because I feel an energy boost right after I drink it in the morning. Similar to feeling of having a shot of espresso without the caffeine.
New Foods to try in 2012
Posted by: Lucas Clarke on January 18, 2012 | Permalink
New Years resolutions are great but like most people I have a hard time sticking to them for the whole year. To help ensure resolution completion I have devised a plan: monthly resolutions! My January resolution is two fold: 1. make juices at home with my new juicer and 2. to try new healthy food. The second one is really one of my year long resolutions that I will sprinkle into my monthly resolutions. I will be posting a series of juice recipes along with some of the new foods I have been trying out. Here is my first food that I am trying this month:
Agave Nectar-Derived from the same plant used to make tequila, agave syrup has generated lots of buzz recently. Also known as agave nectar, it has a deep, rich flavor that is slightly sweeter than honey. It's touted for its low glycemic index (GI) value, meaning it won't spike your blood sugar like high-GI table sugar. Plus, you can use about one-third less to achieve the same level of sweetness.
I have been adding Agave Nectar to my pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, coffee and really anything else that you can put sugar on. It is a great substitute.
MAD Beans & Wine Cafe NOW OPEN
Posted by: Lucas Clarke on January 5, 2012 | Permalink
We are happy to announce the opening of the MAD Beans & Wine Cafe which will be taking over the Novo Coffee and the MAD Wine Bar space inside the 5000 sq ft. MAD Greens at the Denver Art Museum.
The MAD Beans and Wine Cafe will feature Illy brand coffee, tea, pastries, wine, spirits, cocktails, cheese and small plates. In addition the MAD Beans & Wine Café will be bringing its hospitality level of service, training and management to the coffee bar in the gift shop of the Hamilton building. Our focus for the new MAD Beans & Wine Café is going to be friendly service, convenience and speed in a comfortable atmosphere. We also are aiming to provide a more flexible and usable space for Museum staff and attendees to conduct events, meetings etc.
The ultimate gift that keeps on giving, your health
Posted by: Lucas Clarke on December 23, 2011 | Permalink
Ahhh, it’s that time of year to experience the joy of giving. And, the ultimate gift that can benefit us the rest of our lives is our health. So we have to make health a priority. That means giving ourselves a healthier lifestyle by choosing healthier foods and moving throughout the day.
One of the best ways to reinforce and relish our gift of health is by paying attention to how we feel after we eat healthy foods and exercise. Choosing a balanced portion of healthy foods and exercising at least 30 minutes a day five days a week can reduce our risk of chronic illnesses, give us more energy and reduce stress. And it makes us feel better.
Mad Greens’ menu options with the Smart Meal seal are not only smart, they’re tasty – with at least two servings of whole grains, beans, fruits or vegetables. Let’s face it. It’s not just about healthy foods, but how the ingredients are put together. Mad Greens has mastered the art of healthy and tasty.
There are many Smart Meal options at Mad Greens. Like the classic Dionysos salad made with fresh romaine lettuce, red onions, vine-ripened tomatoes, kalamata olives, cucumbers and feta cheese tossed in a red wine vinaigrette or a choice of 19 other freshly made dressings. Ten Smart Meal menu options – all healthy, fresh and satisfying.
Step out of the holiday MADness and into an oasis of well-being
Posted by: Lucas Clarke on December 20, 2011 | Permalink
Try one of the many Smart Meal options at Mad Greens like the signature Da Vinci salad made with fresh baby greens, roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, red onions and cannellini beans tossed in a balsamic vinaigrette or your choice of 19 other freshly made dressings. Ten Smart Meal menu options – all healthy, fresh and satisfying.
Colorado Gives Day
Posted by: Lucas Clarke on December 5, 2011 | Permalink
Tomorrow, Tuesday December 6th, 2011 is the 2nd annual Colorado Gives Day is an initiative to increase philanthropy in Colorado through online giving. MAD Greens is a large supporter of local Non-profits and we encourage our patrons, friends and relatives to participate in this great opportunity to give back to local non-profits. Donations will be accepted through www.GivingFirst.org, with a goal to inspire and unite Coloradans in supporting hundreds of local nonprofits.
• Colorado Gives Day is an initiative to increase philanthropy in Colorado through online giving
• 24 hours to give where you live
• 100% of each donation goes to charity
• New this year, $1,000 and $5,000 cash prizes
• The Incentive Fund increases the value of every dollar donated*
• Colorado Gives Day is presented by Community First Foundation and FirstBank
• Donate online through GivingFirst.org. It’s safe and secure!
The General Custer Salad is BACK
Posted by: Lucas Clarke on November 8, 2011 | Permalink
The General Custer is making his Triumphant return to the MAD Greens menu. This flavorful salad features romaine lettuce, carrots, celery and blue cheese crumbles and tastes amazing with some Buffalo Chicken Tenders added to it. Try it today at any MAD Greens for a limited time only.
New Soups for Fall & Winter
Posted by: Lucas Clarke on October 17, 2011 | Permalink
As Halloween and Holidays start to roll around and the mornings become crisp and cool I start to crave warm bowls of flavorful soup. We have recently revamped our soup offering at MAD Greens and added some great new soups that are lower in sodium, calories and fat and packed with great flavor. My favorite soup so far is the 3 Bean Chili (featured in the picture) which also happens to be gluten-free and vegetarian as well as a Smart Meal Seal choice of the Colorado Department of Public Health. Some of the other great soups we are featuring are: Cream of Broccoli, Tomate with Garden Vegetables (gluten-free), Italian Wedding with meatballs, Loaded Potato (a cold weather favorite and gluten-free), Chicken Tortilla (gluten-free) and our local favorite; Colorado Green Chili. For a list of our restaurant soup schedule CLICK HERE.