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Green Onion Omelet

Green Onion Omelet

Ingredients 1 can low-sodium sliced potatoes, drained (about 15 ounces) 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 whole egg 3 egg whites 3 tablespoons 1% low-fat milk 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup ham, diced 1/2 can low-sodium tomatoes, drained (about 8 ounces)…

Grilled Cheese with Peaches

Grilled Cheese with Peaches

Ingredients 8 slices whole grain bread 1 15-oz can of peaches, drained 8 slices low-fat cheddar cheese 7 1/2 cups spinach 4 teaspoons vegetable oil Directions Heat the 4 tsp of vegetable oil in a large non-stick pan over medium…

Grilled Asparagus and Shrimp Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Grilled Asparagus and Shrimp Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Ingredients 2 cups fresh asparagus, large spears (cut into 1″ pieces) 1/2 yellow or red bell pepper (cut into 1/2″ pieces) 1 clove garlic (minced) 1 14 oz can quartered artichoke hearts (drained) 12 ounces fresh or frozen large raw…

Grilled Fish Tacos with Peach Salsa

Grilled Fish Tacos with Peach Salsa

Set the stage for a delicious plate with these healthy fish tacos with peach salsa. Perfect for a summertime taco night! Ingredients For the salsa: 1 can 15.25 ounces peach halves (drained, rinsed, and chopped, about 1 cup) 1/2 red bell…

Grilled Chicken and Avocado Quinoa Pilaf

Grilled Chicken and Avocado Quinoa Pilaf

Ingredients 2 tablespoons fresh or bottled lemon juice 1/4 cup fresh basil 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper (divided) 1 avocado (cut into chunks) 1 tablespoon olive oil (divided) 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)…

Grilled Fruit

Ingredients 1 cup pineapple chunks 1 peach (cubed) 1 banana (sliced) Directions 1. Place fruit chunks on a skewer to make kabobs. 2. Grill or broil on low heat until the fruit is hot and slightly golden. Notes If using…

Grilled Lamb Salad

Grilled Lamb Salad

Ingredients 3 green onions (sliced) 12 ounces boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1-inch cubes (if cubed lamb is not available at your meat market, ask the butcher to prepare it for you) 4 bamboo skewers 6 cups shredded Savoy,…

Grilled Pineapple Ginger Glazed Chicken with Zucchini and Peppers

Grilled Pineapple Ginger Glazed Chicken with Zucchini and Peppers

Fresh pineapple chunks and an easy glaze made with pineapple juice add tropical and zingy flavors to grilled chicken. Ingredients Pineapple Ginger Glaze 1 1/2 cups pineapple juice (12-ounce bottle) 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 3 tablespoons brown sugar 1 1/2…

Grilled Shrimp with Cantaloupe Avocado Salsa

Grilled Shrimp with Cantaloupe Avocado Salsa

Savory sweet salsa featuring cantaloupe and avocado is the perfect complement to grilled shrimp. Ingredients For the salsa: 1 lime (divided 1/2 for salsa, 1/2 for garnish) 1 avocado, cubed 2 cups diced cantaloupe 1/4 cup chopped red onions 1 cup…

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Garden Waldorf Salad

Ingredients 3 cups broccoli florets 1 cup carrot (grated) 1 1/2 cups cauliflower (sliced) 1 cup apple (chopped) 1/2 cup green onion (chopped) 1 cup yogurt, non-fat vanilla 1/4 cup peanuts Directions 1. Toss all ingredients together in a large…