Thin Girl Thursday {1}

It's my first Thin Girl Thursday post!  As you all know, I'm working towards a healthier, happier, and more confident me.  I am loving that many others in the blogging community are doing the same, we can all use the extra motivation.  As far as my weight loss for the week, I don't have much to report.  I haven't been able to make it to the gym this week, so hopefully I can fit some videos in tonight and tomorrow.  The good news is that because I knew this week would be a crazy one, I have been really watching my calories.  Thankfully I haven't gained any weight this week!  (I decided not to be bummed that I haven't lost any and focus on the fact that I didn't gain any). Next week I will be watching my calories AND getting my hiney to the gym.

To celebrate my first Thin Girl Thursday post, I decided to share a recipe I stumbled upon while searching a health and fitness message board.  It was super easy, really tasty and packed with protein and veggies :)

Greek Garbanzo Bean Salad

All the goodies you need :)  The recipe call for Italian-style dressing.  I used a Greek Vinaigrette because I love it and that is what I had. 

I decided to peel the cucumbers.  No reason in particular, I guess I just felt like it.  My cutting board recently bit the dust, so I had to do my chopping on a plate.

I love little tomatoes!  The first two things I chopped up made me think of the tomato and cucumber salad my mama makes that I love so much.

This is everything thrown into a bowl that I realized was too small after I put all of the cucumbers in.  My bad.  I bought an olive medley, because I love those things, and had a total face palm moment when I realized they weren't pitted.  Oh well, I'll just provide a warning for anyone who partakes.  I also put more feta cheese than it called for.  Mostly because I love that stuff.  

This is what it looks like all mixed up and ready to be chilled and in a bowl big enough.

I was pleasantly surprised with how this turned out.  It is perfect to take to a summer bbq or picnic and you'll have a healthy protein packed option!  It's also vegetarian friendly, so all of your vegetarian friends would greatly appreciate a side dish they can enjoy.

I hope everyone is having a happy, healthy week!  

Ps- I'd love feedback about Thin Girl Thursdays.  What do you want me to blog about?  Did you like it?  Tell me what you think!