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  • Blueberry Smoothie

    1 Apr, 2026
    Ingredients:
    1 1/2 cup nonfat or 1 percent low fat milk or almond milk 

    1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt

    1 1/4 cup frozen blueberries (unsweetened)

    2 teaspoons honey
    Directions:
    Put all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
    Yield:
    4 servings (1 cup)
    Nutrition Tip
    Have you ever wondered what gives a blueberry its vibrant blue color? Blueberries are antioxidant powerhouses. Anthocyanin, an antioxidant that fights free radicals ...
  • Vegetarian Chili

    1 Apr, 2026
    Ingredients:
    2 tablespoons olive oil

    1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onions

    1 cup chopped red bell peppers

    2 tablespoons minced garlic

    1 medium zucchini, stem ends trimmed and cubed

    2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears)

    1 1/2 pounds Portobello mushrooms (about 5 large), stemmed, wiped clean and cubed or button mushrooms whole

    2 tablespoons chili powder

    1 tablespoon ground cumin

    1/4 teaspoon cayenne

    4 large tomatoes, peele...
  • Carrot Ginger Soup with Spicy Shrimp

    1 Apr, 2026
    Ingredients:
    2 ounces extra virgin olive oil

    4 cups chopped, peeled, organic carrots

    1 cup chopped white onion

    1/2 cup chopped celery

    1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger

    1 clove of garlic, smashed

    1 quart carrot juice

    1 quart vegetable stock

    1/4 teaspoon chopped tarragon

    salt and pepper to taste

    few drops sherry vinegar to taste

    4 shrimp (per serving), cooked, peeled, cleaned, chopped (ex: for 6 servings, use 2...
  • Wheat Germ Muffins with Blueberries

    1 Apr, 2026
    Ingredients:
    1 cup all purpose flour

    1 cup wheat germ

    1 teaspoon baking soda

    1/2 teaspoon baking powder

    1/2 teaspoon salt

    3 tablespoons chia seeds

    3 ripe bananas, mashed

    3/4 cup maple syrup

    3 tablespoons applesauce

    1 tablespoon vanilla extract

    1 large egg

    1 cup blueberries or enough to top each muffin
    Directions:
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

    Combine flour, wheat germ, baking powder, baking sod...
  • Turkey Meatloaf

    1 Apr, 2026
    Ingredients:
    3 cups chopped onions

    2 tablespoons olive oil

    2 teaspoons salt

    1 teaspoon black pepper

    1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

    1/3 cup Worcestershire sauce

    3/4 cup chicken stock

    1 1/2 teaspoons tomato paste

    1 1/2 cups plain oatmeal or bread crumbs

    5 pounds ground turkey breast (or lean ground beef)

    3 eggs, beaten
    Directions:
    Preheat oven to 325 F.

    In a medium sauté pan, over medium-low heat, cook onions,...
  • Inside Out Tacos

    27 Feb, 2026
    Ingredients:
    3/4 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt

    2 teaspoons puréed Chipotle peppers in Adobo sauce

    1 cup uncooked quinoa

    2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound)

    1 yellow bell pepper, cored, and diced

    2 tablespoons minced green onion

    1 avocado, diced

    1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

    1 freshly squeezed lime

    1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

    1 cup diced cherry tomatoes

    1/4 teaspoon sea salt

    1/4 teaspoon fres...
  • Cowboy Caviar

    27 Feb, 2026
    Ingredients:
    1 (15 ounce) can seasoned black-eyed peas, drained

    OR 1 (15 ounce) bag black-eyed peas, (do not soak overnight)

    1 (15 ounce) can seasoned or plain black beans, drained

    OR 1 (15 ounce) bag black beans, soaked overnight

    3/4 cup frozen sweet corn, thawed

    3 green onions, chopped

    1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper

    2 or 3 tomatoes, diced

    1/3 cup cilantro, chopped

    1 ripe avocado, chopped

    10 red, yellow, or orange ...
  • Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

    27 Feb, 2026
    Ingredients:
    2 medium butternut squash

    drizzle of olive oil

    kosher salt and pepper to taste

    2 cups chicken stock

    1/2 cup Greek-style yogurt (strained)

    heavy cream for garnish (optional)

    chopped chives for garnish (optional)
    Directions:
    Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cut butternut squash in half and scrape out seeds. Brush cut sides with olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt and pepper.

    Place the halves cut-side down on a rimmed s...
  • Lentil Chili

    27 Feb, 2026
    Ingredients:
    2 tablespoons canola oil

    1 medium onion, chopped

    4 garlic cloves, minced

    1 cup dried lentils

    1 cup dry bulgur wheat

    3 cups low-fat, low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

    2 cups canned tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped

    2 tablespoon chili powder

    1 tablespoon cumin

    1 cup diced sweet potatoes (optional)

    1/2 cup shredded carrots (optional)

    1 bell pepper, seeded and chopped (optional)
    Directions...
  • Chicken Stir-Fry

    27 Feb, 2026
    Ingredients:
    3 ounces chicken breast, cubed

    1 cup broccoli

    1/2 cup onion

    1/2 cup yellow pepper

    1/2 cup carrots

    1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil

    1/3 cup cooked brown rice
    Directions:
    In a sauté pan, heat 3/4 tablespoon olive oil.

    Add chicken heat until thoroughly cooked.

    Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.

    Add remaining oil to pan.

    Add vegetables. Cook for 2 minutes.

    Re-add the chicken to pan and hea...
  • Escabeche Sweet and Sour White Fish

    27 Feb, 2026
    Ingredients:
    6 portions cod (4 ounces each)

    1 tablespoon ginger

    1 tablespoon garlic

    1 cup apple cider vinegar

    1 cup water

    4 tablespoons sugar

    1 tablespoon kosher salt

    1 green pepper (julienned)

    1 red pepper (julienned)

    1 cup shredded carrots (julienned)

    1 cup red onion (julienned)

    2 teaspoons tomato paste

    ~ 1 tablespoon cornstarch
    Directions:
    Sauté garlic and ginger.

    Add apple cider vin...
  • Breakfast Burrito

    27 Feb, 2026
    Ingredients:
    2 teaspoons olive oil

    1/2 cup onion, chopped

    1/2 green or red bell pepper, chopped

    2 cloves garlic, minced

    1/2 teaspoon cumin

    1 15 ounce can nonfat refried beans

    4 eggs, beaten

    4 whole-wheat tortillas

    1/4 cup low-fat sour cream

    1/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt salsa
    Directions:
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

    Add onions, bell pepper and garlic. ...