Wraps are fun, easy, portable, and can be creatively tailored to suit a variety of dietary preferences (including gluten-free and vegan options). Whole grain flat bread selections are a good boost of...
Red Lentil Soup with Lime
January 17, 2015
Lentils are a vegetarian source of protein and high in fiber. Spinach is particularly abundant in Vitamin A. The additional medley of fresh lime, cilantro, and warming spices rounds out this dish...
Marinated Zucchini Salad
January 17, 2015
Marinating raw zucchini in a simple flavor infusion of lemon, olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs softens the texture for a palatable experience without the cooking. Ingredients 1 lb. medium or small...
Cooling Avocado Soup
January 17, 2015
Enjoy this wholesome intermingling of naturally refreshing flavors with a dash of spicy verve. Avocados are a delicious source of Potassium, Vitamin E, and mono-unsaturated fats (which can reduce blood cholesterol which...
Asparagus and Citrus Salad
January 17, 2015
The distinct sweetness of blood oranges (also called “Moro” oranges) is further enhanced by the complex tones of balsamic vinegar. Dressed over asparagus, shallots, and walnuts, this delightful combo makes for a...
Savory Shrimp over Wild Rice
December 24, 2014
Ingredients 1 cup wild rice 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tsp. paprika ½ tsp. white pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 1 T olive oil 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1...
Slow-Cooked Salsa Chicken Tacos
December 24, 2014
Ingredients 1½ cups chicken stock 1½ cups mild salsa, green or red 2 (8-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken breasts, preferably organic 8 small corn tortillas 2 cups shredded red or green cabbage 1...
Spaghetti Squash with Pomodoro Sauce
December 23, 2014
Looking to lighten up after the holidays? While spaghetti squash isn't exactly like noodles it makes a great low calorie way to indulge your urge for pasta (without the pasta, of course)...
Sweet Potatoes with Warm Black Bean Salad
December 23, 2014
Sweet potatoes are loaded with carotenoids, plant compounds that help fight many different types of cancer, and vitamin C. Be sure to eat the skin, which is full of fiber. The fragrant...
Baked Tempeh
December 23, 2014
Ingredients 1 package (8 oz) firm tempeh (fermented soy bean cake – available in the refrigerator case in the produce section of the market) 1 T low sodium tamari 1 tsp toasted...