Having it Your Way at !Una Mas!
Friday, November 9, 2007
Before leaving for vacation we stayed with my son in San Jose CA. Because I live in the country I get both nervous and excited to go back to the city, I get nervous because I know that finding a place to eat that will satisfy the men and will also have vegan options available can be an ordeal. I get excited for the same reasons. I love a good food adventure.
Tip of the Day: Get a small deli-style container to carry shredded soy cheeze or other proteins with you when you are trying a new eatery, just in case you have to order items without protein. i.e. A veggie sandwich minus the cheese and mayo has little to no protein.
The first night out we went to Una Mas! a healthy-style burrito and Mexican fast food eatery. I thought I would have to create something different from the items available but to my happy surprise they offered several "Vegetarian" burritos, the Butternut Squash Burrito, the Grilled Fajita Burrito-Veggie and the Roasted Pasilla Veggie Burrito. Of course I ordered mine without cheese. Click here for nutritional listings.
I had brought along some of my own shredded soy cheeze but in the end the huge, tasty burrito didn't need it as there was ample amounts of black beans and rice. I did add some medium salsa and some cilantro and I ordered it with a tomato wrap. It was divine.
When trying a new eatery always prepare ahead of time to make sure your meal will be healthy and satisfying. There is no sense in eating a meal without protein or other beneficial ingredients, especially when a little planning can insure that you remain both vegan and healthy.
Labels: ethnic, Mexican, restaurant, travel, Vegan
