Tomato season is a joy, and around this time the final stragglers are ripening. If you’re like me, you may have a small herd of tomatoes collecting on your kitchen counter, held in by a zucchini fence. If not, a trip to the grocery store or local market is certainly in order!
Tag: healthy
Elotes (Street Corn) with Avocado & Yogurt Sauce
Elotes are a classic Mexican street food. Roasty sweet corn with a limey cream sauce, topped with cheese—and some chili spice if you’re up for it. ¡Es como un sueño!
You can also make a salad version of this by cutting the corn off the cob and mixing it with the sauce in a bowl, it’s such a tasty way to dress a salad.
What is unique about this version of the recipe is the use of plain 2% Greek yogurt. Greek yogurt is high in protein, full of probiotics and tastes just like sour cream, making it a more nutritious alternative that you can use for anything from topping off tacos or chili to paprikash or ranch dip. Try making the swap in your favorite recipes.
Shrimp and Sausage Skewers with Okra
Grilling season is ending; celebrate the final warm days with this tasty recipe, full of lean protein from shrimp and chicken sausage and high-in-fiber okra.
“But isn’t shrimp a high cholesterol food?” you may ask. Yes, it is; however, current research shows that dietary intake of cholesterol is not an indication of high cholesterol in our blood. The foods that are concerning to our cholesterol levels are those that are high in saturated and trans fats. These are the fats that are solid at room temperatures, such as butter, lard, cheeses, and the fats in dairy and meat.
Saturated fats are also added to many processed and packaged foods, so don’t forget to look at nutrition labels when shopping! This recipe also swaps the traditional pork-based andouille sausage, high in saturated fat, for a chicken-based alternative. A diet high in fiber also helps improve our cholesterol levels, so although the recipe only calls for okra, add as many veggies as you want to these skewers!
Chicken Burritos
Meal prep is a great way to ensure you have healthy meals available when you are busy, and these chicken burritos will hit the spot for breakfast!
Sesame Chicken Stir Fry
Nothing is better than a quick and easy meal that is healthy and satisfying! Try this sesame chicken stir fry and pair with any whole grain you choose.
Avocado Strawberry Mango Salsa
Looking to try a new and refreshing salsa this summer? Check out this delicious fruit and mango salsa that the whole family will enjoy!
Easy Tomato Salad
It’s tomato season! This delicious tomato salad is perfect for a side dish on a warm summer day.
Sea Salt Cashew Butter Chocolate Protein Bars
These chocolate bars are easy to make and will surely hit the spot!
Chicken Taco Salad
This taco salad really is delicious and full of protein and veggies!
Triple Berries and Cream Baked Oatmeal
It’s breakfast time! This baked oatmeal with berries recipe is a healthy way to start the day, and even the kids will enjoy it!