Have you heard of Cowboy Caviar? This particular recipe is power packed with nutrients and fiber, and it makes a great dip as well as a nutritious side dish. Use low sodium canned beans to help reduce sodium content. It tastes even better the second day!
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Spanish-style Cod in Tomato Broth
When making stew we typically don’t think of using fish as the protein, but this Spanish-style fish dish served over brown rice is worth a try. Don’t be intimidated by the number of ingredients—most of them you probably already have in your kitchen, and the fresh herbs and spices are all in the produce department at your local grocery store. It is a delicious, easy, one-pot fish meal!
Easy Pita Bread Pizza
Who doesn’t like pizza for lunch? This easy snack idea is ready in minutes. Leftovers make a great lunch option too. Let you children individualize their pita pizza by adding their own toppings. Increase the fiber content by choosing whole wheat pita.
Homemade Granola Bars
Homemade granola bars are a fun snack to make with and for your kids! This recipe is made from fresh ingredients and contains no artificial flavors or preservatives. The recipe can be modified for gluten sensitivity or nut allergies by substituting some of the ingredients.
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Fall Harvest Kale Salad with Maple Vinaigrette
Broccolini may look like broccoli, but it is actually a hybrid of broccoli and Chinese broccoli. It is milder in taste than broccoli and can be eaten fresh, sautéed or steamed.
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Chicken Breasts With Mushroom Cream Sauce
On the “fancier” side of weeknight cooking, this recipe is a lower-fat version of a typical chicken in cream sauce.
Roasted Red Pepper and Cannellini Dip
In need of a simple, healthy appetizer for a get-together? Try this tasty roasted red pepper and cannellini bean dip! Pair with veggie sticks or whole-wheat crackers, or use as a condiment for sandwiches.
Roasted Spiralized Butternut Squash Noodles
Spiralized vegetables are a great substitute for pasta noodles. Turn apples, squash, zucchini, carrots, beets or sweet potatoes into curly strands. Enjoy cooked, roasted or fresh.
Quick Baked Pears
Enjoy a nice, sweet treat this winter without all of the extra calories and fat.
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Pomegranate-Orange Salsa
Fresh pomegranates are typically available from September through January. When shopping for a fresh pomegranate, look for one that is big, heavy and plump without blemishes, varying in color from light to dark red.