Ingredients 1 ripe avocado (seeded, peeled, and cut into chunks) 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt 1 teaspoon lime juice 1/2 cup blueberries 1/2 cup carrots (grated) 1/4 cup red onion (chopped) 2 cups fresh arugula (chopped) 12 ounces cooked…
Enjoy this side dish for a Thanksgiving treat or anytime yams are in season.
Ingredients 1 cantaloupe (ripe) 2 1/2 cups orange juice (cold) 2 tablespoons sugar (granulated) ice (crushed) Directions Wash hands with soap and water. Cut melon in half. Scoop out seeds, remove rind and discard. Cut melon into 1-inch cubes. In…
Serve this sauce over fruit or frozen yogurt for a dessert or special snack.
Ingredients 1 Vidalia onion (thinly sliced vertically) 2 tablespoons canola oil (divided) 1 pound cremini mushrooms (sliced) 1 cup short-grain brown rice 1/4 cup dry white wine 2 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth 3 cups water 1 1/2 cups…
Ingredients 4 cups romaine lettuce (chopped) 1/4 cup red onion 1 cup black beans (canned, drained and rinsed) 1 orange (peeled and diced) 1 tomato (diced) 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon oregano (dried) black…
This quick one skillet casserole dish of beans, bell peppers, tomatoes, and oregano uses instant brown rice to reduce cooking time.
Ingredients 3 cups broccoli florets 1 large red bell pepper (cut into strips) 16 button mushrooms (sliced) cooking spray 4 eggs 8 egg whites from 8 eggs 1/4 cup milk (fat-free) 1/2 cup ricotta cheese 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese…
Ingredients 1 1/4 cups water 1 cup bulgur (coarse, available in bulk from natural foods stores) 1 teaspoon dried parsley 1/3 tablespoon minced onion 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1/2 cup scallions (chopped, green onions) 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup carrot…
Use those broccoli stalks in this dish instead of throwing them away. This makes a delicious side, a hearty snack, or a light meal.