Eggplant and Asparagus Napoleons
This week we are featuring a diverse recipe that can be used as an appetizer, side dish, or a vegetarian main dish! Eggplant and asparagus napoleons are a great addition to the dinner table. Both eggplants and asparagus are nutrient rich foods containing many vitamins and antioxidants with a great low calorie count. […]
Cool Down with Tomato and Peach Salad with Ricotta
Summer is in full swing and with temps staying in the 90’s we have a great summer salad for you. Enjoy the traditional southern flavors of tomato and peach with a light Italian flair of ricotta and basil oil. This is a great dish to serve as a side for your summer barbecues! […]
Turkey Sausage and Apple Stuffing
Who doesn’t love stuffing? It’s always a crowd-pleaser at Thanksgiving, but it’s chock full of calories, fat and sodium. This year, trade out your traditional recipe for this healthier version – using turkey sausage instead of pork to cut down on fat and calories, and apples for tang and sweetness. Everyone will love it! Ingredients […]
Beans and Greens
Bursting with nutrients, kale makes a tasty addition to soups, casseroles or even simply sautéed as a side dish. This recipe brings kale together with ingredients you probably already have on hand — bacon, canned chickpeas, onion, carrot, Greek yogurt — for a dish full of smoky, earthy flavor. Delicious on it’s own with torn baguette bread […]
Roasted Kale Chips with Parmigiano-Reggiano
Go green! These kale chips are great as a crispy side dish to serve with stews or casseroles, or let them cool and enjoy as a crunchy alternative to potato chips. They’re not only yummy, they’re also low carb and gluten free – so they can work with just about any diet! Ingredients: 1 bunch […]
Slow Cooker Mexican Quinoa
Looking for a different/gluten free/just plain delicious vegetarian meal? This Mexican quinoa is super simple, healthy, flavorful and filling! It takes only 15 minutes to prep (even quicker if you buy pre-cubed butternut squash!), then the slow cooker does the rest! It’s perfect for a busy week night! Ingredients 1 and 1/2 pounds butternut squash […]
Refreshing Watermelon-Feta Salad
Is there a food that screams “SUMMER!” more than watermelon? As you prepare your summer meals, think about adding this healthy, seasonal, flavorful side to your menu! It’s bound to be a crowd favorite at any cookout, and will really balance out any grilled main dish! Ingredients 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons […]
Sauteed Brussels Spouts with Bacon & Onion
Looking for a tasty, yet healthy, side for your Thanksgiving dinner? Fresh herbs, onion and bacon pair beautifully with Brussels sprouts in this green dish, which is low carb, low fat, low sodium and gluten free. It’s a great addition to any meal! Ingredients 2 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed 4 slices bacon, cut into […]
Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Bacon
Ingredients: 1 lbs brussels sprouts, cleaned and halved 2 slices of bacon 1 cipollini onion (or 1 leek or 2 baby leeks) 1/2 cup walnuts or hazel nuts, coarsely chopped 1 tbsp fresh oregano leaves, finely chopped 1 tbsp red wine vinegar 1 tbsp butter Preparation: Start some water boiling and add a few pinches […]
Oven-Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Onions
Here’s a alternative to sweet potato casserole with only 5 ingredients! Ingredients: 4 medium peeled sweet potatoes, cut into 2-inch pieces (about 2 1/4 pounds) 2 medium sweet onions, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 pound) 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3/4 teaspoon garlic-pepper blend 1/2 teaspoon sea salt Preparation: Preheat oven to 425°. Combine […]
