Topic Vegetarian

Crusty Rice with Tofu and Vegetables

Crusty Rice with Tofu and Vegetables

This blend of tofu and cooked rice combines corn, peas, carrots and seasonings pressed into a skillet and cooked into “crispy” goodness. Ingredients For the rice: 2 cups water 1 cup brown rice For the tofu and vegetables: 3 cups…

Homemade Mexican Black Beans and Rice with Cilantro

Cuban Beans and Rice

Ingredients 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 tablespoon garlic (minced) 1 cup onion (chopped) 1 cup green bell pepper (diced) 3 cups black beans (cooked) 2 cups chicken broth (low sodium) 1 tablespoon vinegar 1/2 teaspoon oregano (dried) black pepper (to…

Cuban Salad

Cuban Salad

This classic salad blend of lettuce, tomatoes, onion, and radishes are brought to life with the refreshing dressing made with oil, lime juice, and seasonings. Ingredients For the Dressing: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/4 cup Fresh lime juice (1 large or…

Cucumber Blueberry Salad

Cucumber Blueberry Salad

A quick, simple and refreshing salad featuring fresh blueberries and crisp cucumber chunks with feta cheese, arugula and a lime vinaigrette. Ingredients Vinaigrette 1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons white balsamic (or other) vinegar 1 tablespoon lime…

Ensalada de arándanos

Cranberry Salad

Ingredients 3 packages strawberry gelatin (3 oz. packages, can also use raspberry) 4 cups water 1 can cranberry sauce 1/4 cup sugar 2 tablespoons orange peel rind (grated) 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained) 2 cups diced…

Cranberry Wojapi

Cranberry Wojapi

Ingredients 1 cup dried cranberries 2 cups water 4 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch (mixed with 3/4 cup water) Directions 1. In a large saucepan, combine ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until mixture is thickened…

Cream of Broccoli Soup II

Cream of Broccoli Soup II

Ingredients 1 package frozen, chopped broccoli (10 ounces) 1 can carrots or mixed vegetables, drained 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10 ounces) 1 1/4 cups 1% low fat milk 1/3 cup grated cheddar cheese, low-fat (can use 1/4 to…

Creamy Dill Dip

Creamy Dill Dip

Ingredients 1 cup sour cream, non-fat 1 cup yogurt, non-fat plain 2 tablespoons dill (dried) Directions 1. Put the sour cream, yogurt, and dill in a medium bowl. Stir together. 2. Store the dip in a covered container if you…

Aderezo Italiano Cremoso de Hierbas

Creamy Italian Herb Dressing

Ingredients 1/4 cup yogurt (plain) 1/4 cup mayonnaise (non-fat) 1/4 cup milk (skim) 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (dried) 1/2 clove garlic (fresh, minced) Directions 1. In a small bowl, combine all the above ingredients. Refrigerate in a covered container for…

MyPlate Kitchen

Corn Salad with Fat-free Ranch Dressing

Ingredients 2 cups whole kernel corn (fresh or frozen – cooked and drained) 3/4 cup tomato (chopped) 1/2 cup green pepper (chopped) 1/2 cup celery (chopped) 1/4 cup onion (chopped) 1/4 cup Ranch dressing, fat-free Directions Wash hands with soap…