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  • Apple Spinach Salad

    27 Feb, 2026
    Ingredients:
    4 firm apples, cubed with skin

    1 cup roasted black walnuts

    1/2 teaspoon black pepper

    1 cup red bell pepper, chopped

    1/2 cup red onion, minced

    1/2 cup celery, chopped

    1 tablespoon yellow mustard

    2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt

    3 cups fresh spinach, washed, wilted, and chopped
    Directions:
    Add all ingredients together in a large bowl.

    Chill for 1 hour and serve.
    Yield:
    12 servings
    Nutrition T...
  • Tinola Ginger and Chicken Soup

    27 Feb, 2026
    Ingredients:
    Marinade:

    4 tablespoons soy sauce

    1 tablespoon ginger

    1 tablespoon garlic

    Soup:

    2 chicken breasts

    3 tablespoons ginger

    1 and 1/2 tablespoons garlic

    1/2 medium onion

    3 cups chicken broth

    1 chayote squash, cubed

    2 cups chopped kale

    salt and pepper

    ~ 3 tablespoons cornstarch
    Directions:
    4 tablespoons soy sauce

    1 tablespoon ginger

    1 tablespoon garlic

    ...
  • Sweet Potato and Dried Cranberry Cookie

    27 Feb, 2026
    Ingredients:
    1 medium sweet potato, baked and mashed

    2 tablespoons ground flax seed

    1/4 cup skim milk (or unsweetened almond milk)

    1/4 cup canola oil

    1 tablespoon vanilla extract

    1/2 cup brown sugar

    2 cups whole wheat flour

    3/4 teaspoon cinnamon

    1 teaspoon baking soda

    1/2 teaspoon salt

    1 cup rolled oats

    1/2 cup almonds, slivered

    3/4 cup dried cranberries
    Directions:
    Heat oven to 450 F.

    Wa...
  • Apple Spice Muesli with Blueberries and Almonds

    27 Feb, 2026
    Ingredients:
    2 apples, cored and cubed

    2 tablespoons lemon juice

    2 cups rolled oats

    1 cup plain nonfat yogurt

    1/2 teaspoon cardamom

    3/4 cup fresh blueberries

    1 cup skim milk

    1 teaspoon cinnamon

    1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
    Directions:
    Preheat oven to 400 F.

    Toss apple cubes with lemon juice and spread over sheet pan. Roast for 20 minutes or until soft.

    Meanwhile, stir together all other ingredients. Add ro...
  • Potato Leek Soup

    27 Feb, 2026
    Ingredients:
    3 leeks (white and light green parts only), cleaned and chopped

    2 teaspoon olive oil

    4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

    4 medium russet or Yukon potatoes, peeled and cubed

    2 celery stalks, chopped

    1 small white onion, diced

    2 cloves garlic, minced

    2 teaspoon fresh thyme, finely chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)

    2 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary)

    3/4 teaspoon salt

    ...
  • Yogurt Protein Smoothie

    27 Feb, 2026
    Ingredients:
    1 cup refrigerated vanilla or chocolate milk

    1/2 cup Greek yogurt

    1 scoop protein powder

    3/4 cup fresh or frozen fruit, such as cherries, berries, or cut-up pieces of peach or melon

    1/2 banana, fresh or frozen
    Directions:
    Combine all ingredients in blender.

    Blend on high speed for two minutes or until all of the ingredients are smooth and creamy. For a thicker shake, add a few ice cubes.
    Yield:
    1 serving
    Nutrition Tip: ...
  • Zucchini Carrot Oatmeal Muffins

    27 Feb, 2026
    Ingredients:
    1 cup shredded carrots

    1 cup shredded zucchini

    3 eggs

    1 cup rolled oats

    1/2 cup all-purpose flour

    1 tablespoon baking powder

    2 teaspoon cinnamon

    1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar

    1 teaspoon salt

    1 and 1/2 cups whole wheat flour

    3/4 cup olive oil

    1 cup applesauce

    1/2 cup maple syrup

    1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
    Directions:
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. G...
  • New Video Series! Breathe with Zakim teaches simple, evidence-based breathing techniques for relaxation and well-being. Click to learn more!

    9 Feb, 2026

    We teach simple, evidence-based breathing techniques to support relaxation and well-being. These practices may help reduce stress, improve focus, boost energy, and more.

    Visit the MyZakim Digital Library or our YouTube playlist to watch! 
  • Sign up for a Creative Arts Workshop in March (REGISTRATION CLOSED)

    9 Feb, 2026

    Explore how creative arts activities can support relaxation to help you feel better and connect with others in the Dana-Farber community by joining the Zakim Center's monthly Creative Arts Online Workshops via Zoom. Materials will be provided and no experience is necessary to participate, but space is limited and registration is required.
    *These programs are open to Dana-Farber patients and caregivers.



    Please note that our March workshops are at capacity and now clos...
  • Sign up for a Creative Arts Workshop in February (REGISTRATION FULL)

    12 Jan, 2026

    Explore how creative arts activities can support relaxation to help you feel better and connect with others in the Dana-Farber community by joining the Zakim Center's monthly Creative Arts Online Workshops via Zoom. Materials will be provided and no experience is necessary to participate, but space is limited and registration is required.
    *These programs are open to Dana-Farber patients and caregivers.

    Please note that our February workshops are at capacity, but you can email ...
  • Sign up for a Creative Arts Workshop in January (REGISTRATION CLOSED)

    4 Dec, 2025

    Explore how creative arts activities can support relaxation to help you feel better and connect with others in the Dana-Farber community by joining the Zakim Center's monthly Creative Arts Online Workshops via Zoom. Materials will be provided and no experience is necessary to participate, but space is limited and registration is required.
    *These programs are open to Dana-Farber patients and caregivers.
    Please note that our January workshops are at capacity, but you can email to ...