Healthy Dinner in Under 30 minutes: Red Bean, Broccoli and Basil Pasta
Sick of the same old pasta and marinara? Try this new recipe for a healthy alternative that can feed the whole family (or just you + 4 lunches for the week) for well under $20. Red Bean, Broccoli and Basil Pasta Makes 4-5 servings in 25 minutes. 3 and 1/2 cups whole wheat penne pasta… Read More»
“Now That Looks Like a Man Sandwich….”
Looks can be deceiving. Despite resembling a greasy high-fat burger, this is actually a very healthy veggie sandwich. The best veggie sandwich you’ve ever had. I call it indulgence on a diet. Toasted Caprese Slamwich Prep Time: 10-15 minutes. Serves 4 10 oz sliced mushrooms 1/2 of a small onion, sliced 4 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette 2… Read More»
Tomato Basil Quinoa Burgers
Who doesn’t love burgers when the sun is shining? And yes, I’m officially obsessed with quinoa. And why shouldn’t I be? It’s high in fiber, low in calories and packed with protein and other nutrients. Tomato Basil Quinoa Burgers Prep time: 35 minutes. Makes 4 Burgers 1 cup of cooked quinoa 1 can of kidney… Read More»
Grilled Tuscan Salad with Balsamic Croutons
It’s summer, so it’s salad season. But aren’t you tired of those same old boring salads? I know I am, so here’s a twist that everyone will love, especially the guys since you get to use the grill! I often tell my clients to steer clear of croutons, but as with most things if you… Read More»
Garlic Parmesan Mashed Cauliflower with Chives
I would serve this simple, healthy side dish to anyone who loves mashed potatoes, loves cauliflower or…. hates cauliflower. I think that covers, oh I don’t know, everyone. I wouldn’t even tell the cauliflower haters what’s in it until they give it a taste and tell me how good it is. Garlic Parmesan Mashed Cauliflower with… Read More»
Mayan Pumpkin Seed Dip
This light, summery dips’ main ingredient, pumpkin seeds, are high in zinc, selenium and vitamin E– a combo that makes them great for your skin. I adapted this recipe from one I saw in Food & Wine magazine, decreasing the amount of oil and sodium and switching to extra virgin olive oil for an omega… Read More»
Green Lentil Curry
I’ve finally made my own lentil curry and it wasn’t hard at all! I was always too intimidated to make my own, I thought it was too much work or I needed some special set of skills to make a good curry. I’m glad I finally tried it, and I’m sure this will be the… Read More»
Skinny Burgers!
This is one delicious (and super healthy) Mediterranean meal! If you have this instead of a traditional cheeseburger, you’ll save about 500 calories and 25 grams of saturated fat (the not-so-good stuff). A Five Guys Cheeseburger has about 840 calories and 55g of fat (26.5 saturated). My Skinny Burgers have about 296 calories and 1.5g-6g of saturated… Read More»
Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa
It’s Fresh Fish Friday, April is here, the sun is shining, the birds are chirping and I’m in the mood for a healthy, refreshing seafood dish! Mango Salsa 1 & 1/2 cups mango, peeled and chopped 1 medium sweet red pepper, seeded and chopped 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced 1 jalapeno chile pepper, seeded and finely… Read More»
Chocolate Peanut Butter Bread Pudding
This decadent dessert requires minimal prep time and little kitchen talent. The whole grain bread adds fiber; the soy, eggs and PB have protein, the dark chocolate has antioxidants, and the PB also has some healthy fats. A quick and easy dessert that won’t pack on the pounds (as long as you don’t eat it all yourself!)…. Read More»