Ingredients Non-stick cooking spray 2 (16-ounce) cans pinto beans 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/4 teaspoon cayenne 1 carrot, peeled and grated 1/2 cup onion, minced 1 egg 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper 1 tablespoon whole-wheat flour 1/2 cup whole-wheat bread crumbs 1 cup cooked quinoa (you can use … Read More
Category: Recipes
Quick Cook Egg
Ingredients: 1 egg 1 tablespoon milk Cooking spray Dash of pepper (optional) Directions: Spray a microwave safe mug with cooking spray Crack an egg into the mug (wash hands after) Add the milk and pepper if desired Whisk together with a fork Cover with a damp paper towel Microwave for 30-45 seconds or until the … Read More
Ranch Popcorn
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons oil Spices 1/4 cup popcorn kernels Brown lunch bag Spices 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed 1/8 teaspoon salt Directions: Place all ingredients into a brown lunch bag Fold the bag tightly several time Shake Microwave for about 2 minutes or … Read More
Springtime Asparagus Pasta
Bright, fresh flavors in a simple preparation make this very-of-the-season dish that is both satisfying and convenient. Orzo, the short, thick rice-like pasta, translates to “barley” in Italian works overtime to absorb the flavors of the lemon, asparagus, and chickpeas. Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1 cup orzo, uncooked 1 lb. fresh asparagus, cut into thirds … Read More
Trinidad Style Eggplant Dish
In my home country of Trinidad and Tobago, this garlicky eggplant dish, often referred to as “baighan” or “melongene,” isn’t considered a recipe because all it requires is a low flame, a handful of garlic cloves, a hearty dash of curry powder, and eggplant. The biggest win of this wholly vegan eggplant recipe, which tingles … Read More
Chicken and Bean Burrito
Makes 6 servings | Serving Size: 1 burrito Directions Ingredients: 6 whole wheat tortillas (12 inch) 1 cup cooked brown rice 2 cups cooked chicken, diced 1/2 cup Black Bean and Corn Salsa (see below) 2 cups coarsely chopped saladgreens 1/2 cup cheddar cheese,shredded (or other cheese) 1 avocado, chopped Directions: Warm tortillas in oven … Read More
Ranch Dip
Try cucumbers as a snack with hummus, on a salad, or with other dips like our ranch dip here! Makes 4 servings | Serving size: 1/4 Cup Ingredients 1 cup plain greek yogurt 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 tablespoon dried parsley 1 tablespoon dried dill weed … Read More
Green Eggs and Ham Muffins
Makes 12 servings | Serving Size: 1 muffin Ingredients: • Nonstick cooking spray• 1 tablespoon olive oil• 1 cup finely diced sweet onion• 1/2 cup finely diced lean ham• 1 cup finely diced mushrooms• 2 cups finely chopped baby spinach (long stems removed) • 12 eggs (6 whole, 6 egg whites)• 3/4 cup low fat … Read More
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Bright and bold Latin American flavors are simmered in a punchy broth with a hefty amount of aromatics. Canned beans give this soup a hearty depth, while the addition of creamy ripe avocados adds a soothing touch. This workhorse soup – that makes for incredible leftovers – comes together in just under thirty minutes. Serves … Read More
Lentil Burger
Makes 10 servings Serving Size: 1 burger Ingredients • 1/4 cup olive oil, divided • 1 cup brown rice, cooked • 2 cups unsalted beef broth • 2 large yellow onions, diced • 1 cup finely diced mushrooms • 1 cup lentils, sorted and rinsed • 2 cups water • Salt and pepper to taste … Read More