Mexican-style grilled corn is a summer must have! With 10 minutes and some inspiration, I made an extra-speedy version without the grill. P.S.- I’m a big fan of cooking with what you’ve got on hand, and making do with the time you have, hence the use of feta and no grill 😉 Ingredients: 2 ears …
Another great dish which is so easy to make and very healthy! It is almost like a cole slaw, but I think, so much better. Thanks to dietetic intern, Samantha Vallejo for the recipe. Main ingredients: 1 head broccoli, chopped 1 large apple, finely chopped 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped 1/3 cup sliced toasted almonds …
This salad is great for summertime! I love it as a side dish for fish and tacos, or better yet, fish tacos! Jicama is crunchy & refreshing, and the peaches are sweet & juicy. What more could you ask for?! 1 jicama, peeled 1 small bunch radishes 2 carrots 1 peach 2 Tbsp chopped cilantro …
This salad is not only colorful, but DELICIOUS and healthy! Kids love the bright flavors and textures, and parents love how convenient it is to both make and eat! What are you waiting for?! Ingredients: 2 cans beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup frozen corn, thawed 3 scallions, chopped 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped 1 (orange) …
This salad makes for a beautiful pairing with a light sandwich, flatbread, or wrap. We love it with tacos! 1 jicima, peeled (I like to use the back of a spoon to peel them, or a knife) 1 bunch of raddishes 2 carrots 1 large peach or mango 2 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped 1/2 jalapeno …
When you get bored of butternut squash soup and risotto, try this out (also great for picky eaters). No peeling of the squash required! The skin is so thin that when the vegetable is cooked, you can’t even tell its got its clothes on! What you will need: 1 clove garlic, peeled and cut in …
There’s almost always a picky eater in the family, and you’re lucky if its only one! I decided one day to create this side dish for a few reasons: 1.) Some people in my family do not like swiss chard 2.) Even people who like swiss chard, they may get tired of it (especially if …
Ingredients: 1 can tuna packed in water, drained (psst! Chunk light tuna has more omega-3’s per serving and is cheaper) 1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed well 2 medium-sized tomatoes, or 2 handfuls of cherry tomatoes, chopped Thinly sliced red onion, or chopped scallions (sometimes I will also add parsley) 1 Tbsp red wine …
Below are two recipes I love to eat during the summer. They’re great for barbeques or picnics, or just for snacking on throughout the day. Enjoy! Pico de Gallo (fresh salsa) Serves 8; Prep time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 4 medium sized tomatoes, chopped (4 cups) ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped 2 Tablespoons cilantro, chopped …
..Are good for your heart! The song is true! Beans as you may have guessed, are packed with nutrients such as fiber, folic acid, manganese, magnesium, thiamin (vitamin B1), phosphorous, iron, and protein. So why are they good for your heart? The fiber in beans helps to rid the body of bad cholesterol, and if …
Spinach Frittata You will need: 2 teaspoons of olive oil 1 red bell pepper, diced 5 oz spinach 4 eggs, beaten Pinch of salt Parmesan cheese (optional) In a medium skillet, heat the oil on medium heat. Add the pepper when the oil is warm and let cook for 5 minutes. Add the spinach and …
I love, love, love seeing dark leafy greens in my box! It gives me that warm, fuzzy feeling inside because I know they are loaded with vitamins which may not be found in other vegetables. This week I was getting tired of how I usually prepare my swiss chard, and so I decided to look …
I’ve been receiving a lot of parsley and cilantro in my box, and I wanted to make something with it right away! I wasn’t in the mood for drying or freezing the herbs this time, so I decided to make some tabouli! For those of you who may not know, tabouli is a Middle Eastern …
Even though we know creamed spinach tends to be loaded with cholesterol and saturated fat, we still tend to indulge in this necessary evil every now and then. Well, you can still indulge and feel better about eating your dark leafy greens while skipping out on most of those fats your heart doesn’t like. You’ll …