Something is to be said for simple! This oven-roasted asparagus recipe is a great companion side for any protein. It is an easy and fast way to add fiber to your meal with little effort.
Category: Recipes
Cantaloupe and Carrot Smoothie
When you can’t eat your fruits and veggies, drink them! Carrot and cantaloupe pair very well together. Try this antioxidant rich smoothie your kids are sure to enjoy!
Grilled Chicken Spinach Salad with Spicy Pineapple Dressing
Adding fresh fruit to green salads is not a new trend but is one worth continuing. This grilled chicken and spinach salad blends sweet pineapple with spicy habanero peppers! It’s full of fiber and flavor. You can make it as mild or spicy as you like. If the habanero is too spicy, try the more mild jalapeno pepper instead!
Summer Succotash Salad
This recipe makes perfect use of fresh locally grown corn and squash. It is packed with nutrition and flavor! To save time use canned butter beans or baby lima beans, drain and rinsed before use. Edamame work well in this recipe also!
Cauliflower Rice Chicken and Sausage Italian Bake
You won’t even know it’s not a pasta bake! Try this traditional baked Italian dish using cauliflower rice, chicken and sausage. All the flavor without all the carbs and calories. A fresh green salad completes the meal!
Cauliflower Fried Rice
A favorite take out dish is chicken fried rice, but the caloric density if rice far exceeds what is recommended for one meal. By making it at home and substituting cauliflower rice, you can dramatically reduce the calories and carbohydrate content!
Honey Mustard Coleslaw
There are many health benefits of green cabbage and even more in red cabbage. This recipe is a healthier version of a traditional coleslaw. It is packed with nutrients and fiber with a bit of a kick from fresh garlic and Dijon mustard. Like most slaws, make it a day ahead and use as a go-to side any time of year!
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
It’s sometimes difficult to get in all your vegetable requirements each day. This broccoli and cauliflower cheese soup is low in fat compared to its counterparts and provides the nutrition of two in-season cruciferous vegetables. Pair it with a healthy salad with chicken for a complete meal. Read More
Citrus Basil Farfalle Salad
Sometimes unusual combinations of ingredients result in a great recipe, and this is one for sure! This salad makes a great side for any grilled or broiled meat or chicken.
Grilled Curry Chicken
A great way to expand our meal options is to try recipes from other cultures. It’s also a great way to introduce new spices and decrease reliance on salt for flavor. Try this super simple Indian favorite that only requires five ingredients!