A classic Asian take-out favorite gets a healthier facelift by adding a heavy hand of broccoli cooked-two-ways. Serves 4 Ingredients -4 cups broccoli, separated and stems intact -1 lemon (or 3 Tbsp lemon juice) -1 cup brown rice, uncooked -2 cups water -2 Tbsp vegetable oil -1 lb lean ground beef -5 cloves garlic, smashed … Read More about Beef & Double Broccoli
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Food Group Parfait
Ingredients: 1 Carton of Low-Fat Vanilla Yogurt (4-6 oz.) ½ Cup Fresh or Frozen Fruit 4 Tablespoons Oat O-shaped Cereal Sliced almonds or granola (optional) Directions: Add half the yogurt to a bowl Add the cereal then the remaining yogurt Add the fruit and then top with granola or nuts if desired Enjoy immediately! … Read More about Food Group Parfait
Creamy Coconut Spaghetti & Turkey Meatballs
Serves 4 This light and bright flavorful recipe is a riff on a classic favorite. It comes together quickly and is ahealthy choice for a hearty, warm-weather dinner. INGREDIENTS: – 2 slices whole-wheat bread, hand torn into small pieces – 1 large egg, slightly beaten – 1 lb ground turkey – 1 ½ tsp salt … Read More about Creamy Coconut Spaghetti & Turkey Meatballs
Summer Squash Ratatouille
Simple summer produce is simmered in an easy classical French dish, that is big on flavor and low on effort.Serves 4-6 Ingredients-2 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil-1 medium Vidalia onion, chopped-5 cloves of garlic, crushed-1 medium eggplant, large diced-2 zucchini squash, large diced-2 yellow squash, large diced-5 or 6 fresh tomatoes (or one 28oz can)-Hearty … Read More about Summer Squash Ratatouille
Farmers Market Salsa
Fresh salsa is a great way to add more flavor to your food while eating essential nutrients. Makes 4 servings Ingredients: ½ Cup Corn ½ Cup Low Sodium Canned Black Beans, drained and rinsed ½ Cup Tomatoes, Diced ¼ Cup Green Onion, Diced ¼ Cup Green Pepper, Washed and Diced ½ Teaspoon Dried Minced Garlic … Read More about Farmers Market Salsa
Hummus is Yummus
Makes 2 servings Ingredients 1 can of garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained, liquid reserved 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 clove garlic, crushed 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt Sesame oil (optional) Sides for serving (choose one or a variety of all): Carrots Celery sticks Cucumber rounds Pita chips Directions Place ingredients … Read More about Hummus is Yummus
Breakfast & Dinner Bowl Recipes
Mediterranean Bulgur Bowl with Chicken Serves 6 Ingredients: 1 cup bulgur 1 cup diced cucumber (1 small-to-medium) 1 cup diced tomato (2 large or 1 cup cherry tomatoes) 1 teaspoon salt, divided 1 tsp. black pepper, divided 3 medium bunches curly parsley (about 11/2 – 2 cups chopped) ⅓ cup chopped fresh mint (optional) … Read More about Breakfast & Dinner Bowl Recipes
Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Ingredients: -1 Cup Skim or 1% Milk (Plus 1 Tablespoon) -4 Teaspoons Unsweetened Cocoa Powder -1 Teaspoon Honey -1 Peppermint Tea Bag Directions: -Heat one cup of milk in a microwave safe container for about one minute -Add 1 tablespoon of milk and the cocoa powder to a mug -Mix with a fork until it makes … Read More about Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Healthy Eggnog
Eggnog is a classic holiday drink enjoyed by many. However, it has never been known as a healthy choice. If you don’t want to miss out on a flavorful tradition, try this healthy eggnog recipe instead! Makes 2 servings | Serving size: 1 glass Ingredients ½ cup low-fat vanilla yogurt ½ teaspoon cinnamon ¼ teaspoon … Read More about Healthy Eggnog
Bean & Butternut Squash Chili
Chili is a classic meal as the weather starts to cool down. This time of year butternut squash is in season. Add squash to chili for a hearty and healthy dish this fall! Red Bean & Butternut Squash Chili INGREDIENTS Non-stick cooking spray 2 cups diced butternut squash (about ½ of a medium squash) 1 … Read More about Bean & Butternut Squash Chili