Avocado Toast

Did you know… Avocados are well known for their bright green color and great taste, but do you know about all of their health benefits? Avocados are a great source of healthful fats, dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Some of these include vitamins C, E, K, and B, as well as magnesium, folate, potassium…. and … Read More


Southwest Bowl

Spice up your meal plan this week with our Southwest Bowl recipe! Makes 1 serving Ingredients 2 handfuls brown rice 2 handfuls of fruits and vegetables. Mix and match from the following: Lettuce, corn, avocado, tomato or other of choice Handful of cooked lean ground beef Small handful of Shredded Cheese, Salsa, and or Greek … Read More


Slow Cooker Enchiladas

Serves 8.  Serving size 3/4 cup. Ingredients: 1-15 ounce jar of salsa 1 can low sodium whole kernel corn, drained 1 can black beans, drained 1 8-ounce package of low-fat cream cheese Directions: Combine chicken, salsa, beans, and corn in slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. When cooked shred chicken with two forks … Read More


Green Egg Salad

Makes 1 serving Serving Size: 1 sandwich Ingredients 1/2 hard-boiled egg 2 teaspoons mashed fresh avocado 1 teaspoon sweet salad pickle cubes 1/8 teaspoon black pepper Directions Place all ingredients in a snack-size resealable plastic bag. Be sure bag is sealed and then mash ingredients together until well-mixed. Snip off bottom corner of bag and … Read More


Body Building Snack Stack

Ingredients Whole-wheat crackers 1 avocado, mashed 1 tablespoon lime or lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon cumin 2 tablespoons minced parsley, cilantro, or dill Lean ham or turkey deli meat Apple, sliced Low-fat cheese Directions Place whole-wheat crackers on a plate. Combine the mashed avocado, juice, cumin, and the parsley, cilantro, or dill together in a bowl. … Read More


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