Cook Your Way to a Healthy Lifestyle

We are pleased to now provide recipes that are low sodium, nutritious, and easy to prepare.

CHUNKY MONKEY BREAKFAST BOWL

½ cup low-fat cottage cheese 1 small banana 1 fresh strawberry 2 Tbs. Granola ½ Tbs. natural no salt added peanut butter 12 dark chocolate chips 1 serving stevia drops (optional for a sweeter taste) Co
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DRINK-YOUR-GREENS POWER SHAKE

1 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 serving vanilla protein powder (organic or natural to avoid excess additives) 1 medium frozen banana ½ small avocado 1 Tbs.no salt/natural almond butter 1 cup spinach 1
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BREAKFAST TACOS

2 servings 3 large eggs 6 egg whites 1 cup chopped spinach 2 light Laughing Cow cheese wedges 4 corn tortillas 2 Tbs. Salsa, optional. Use a low sodium brand. 2 clementine oranges 1. Scramble the eggs
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Blueberry Yogurt Muffins

1 ¾ flour (ok to use regular, whole wheat, or 1:1 gluten free flour) 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon cinnamon  1 cup nonfat plain yogurt (okay to substitute dairy free yogurt)  ¼ cup oil (best choice
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Good Morning Coffee Smoothie

1 serving  This can be made ahead of time, stored in a stainless-steel travel mug in the fridge overnight and taken with you the next day!  1 cup brewed coffee, chilled in the fridge (okay to use decaf
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French Toast

Dairy and Gluten free alternatives Adapted from The Ambitious Kitchen Serves 3 Ingredients: 3 eggs 1 cup milk (use almond or oat milk as dairy free options) ½ tsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp almond extract ½
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Breakfast Egg Casserole

8 servings  This recipe is Gluten Free. Feel free to make substitutions to make your casserole vegetarian or dairy free. 3 cups cooked, diced chicken breast (can use the white meat off a rotisserie or
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Overnight Breakfast Oats

1 serving  1/3 cup old fashioned oats  3 tablespoons low fat milk (or milk substitution of your choice) 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt  1/2 tablespoon honey  1/2 tsp vanilla extract  1/2 cup diced fresh fr
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Breakfast Berry Smoothie

Serves 2 New England strawberry picking season is fast approaching! Use fresh or frozen berries for this recipe. Ingredients:  2 cups strawberries. If using fresh strawberries, add ½ cup ice cubes. If
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Sweet Honey Vegetable Rice Bowl

2 Servings 1/3 cup uncooked brown rice (1 cup cooked) 1 cup raw cauliflower rice 1 cup broccoli florets ½ cup carrots , diced 1 cup snap peas, whole ½ small yellow onion, diced 1⁄2 Tbs. minced garlic 1
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BBQ MEATBALLS

8 servings 1.5 lbs. lean ground chicken or turkey 1/2 cup oat flour (or grind oatmeal in a high powder chopper/blender to use) 1/2 cup finely diced onions 1/4 cup part-skim (low fat) shredded mozzarell
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CHICKEN CAPRESE SALAD

2 servings 6 oz. chicken breast, cooked and sliced (serve cool or warm per preference) 4 cups spring salad mix 1⁄4 cup quinoa, cooked 2 oz. fresh mozzarella pearls 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Pinch o
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TUNA SALAD POCKET

3 oz. canned, chunk light tuna 1 TBSP olive oil mayonaise 2 Tbs. red onion, diced ¼ tsp. chives 1 tsp yellow mustard ¼ tsp. black pepper ¼ tsp. onion powder ¼ tsp. garlic powder 1 large romaine lettuce
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Almond Crusted Baked Cod

Serves 2-4  Adapted from Eat Happy by Anna Vocino 2 Tbsp olive oil  1 minced shallot or ½ cup diced onion  1 tsp minced garlic 1 tsp diced chives 1 cup almond flour 2 Tbsp light mayonnaise  1 egg yolk 
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Veggie Pizzadillas

8 flour or gluten free tortilla rounds  ½ cup low sodium marinara sauce  1 Tbsp olive oil  1 red bell pepper, sliced ½ red onion, sliced  1 cup mushrooms, sliced 1 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds 
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Quesadilla Casserole

Serves 4  A great make ahead to eat and have for leftovers!  1 lb. 93% lean ground meat or turkey meat or chicken meat ¼ cup water 1 Tbsp chili powder  1 tsp onion powder  1 tsp garlic powder 2 Tbsp ol
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Meatless Monday Lentil Burgers 

Serves 4  Adapted from Eat Happy by Anna Vocino  1 cup green lentils 4 cups water 1 small sweet onion, diced 1 cup flour or almond flour 2 eggs, lightly beaten, divided  2 Tbsp chopped chives, fresh or
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Southwest Style Burger & Fries Night 

Serves 4  1 lb 93% lean ground meat (or 93% ground turkey)  1 4oz can diced green chilis, drained (ok to rinse with water if desired) 1 teaspoon of plain chili powder  1 avocado sliced  1 large tomatoe
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Sloppy Joe Turkey Style

Serves 4  1 teaspoon olive oil  1 small yellow onion, diced  2 gloves of garlic 1 pound of lean ground turkey meat (94-99% lean) ½ cup low salt ketchup  1 teaspoon yellow mustard  ½ tablespoon red wine
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Peppered Tuna Kabobs

It is almost grilling season! For a meat-free grill night, try this healthy fish alternative. Try making a variety of different kabobs using a variety of vegetables or fish types. Adapted from Taste of
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Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

Easy & Quick ~ Serves 4   1 lb salmon  2 Tbsp olive oil  ½ tsp minced garlic  2 Tbsp honey 1 dash black pepper 1 Tbsp lemon juice  1 dash dried or fresh parsley  4 sweet potatoes   4 cups broccoli  Pre
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Heart Healthy Chicken Cacciatore

Serves 4-6  6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small chunks  1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes; use a no salt version or freshly diced tomatoes 1 tbsp light olive oil  1 medium sized onion,
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Pumpkin-Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Adapted from www.sodiumgirl.com Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 small- to medium-sized spaghetti squash 1 can no-salt-added pumpkin puree 2 cups no-salt-added tomato puree 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1 tablespo
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Penne with Roasted Broccoli and Tomatoes

Ingredients: 4 ounces whole wheat or gluten free penne pasta  2 TBSP olive oil, divided  1 medium onion, diced  1 small bunch broccoli florets 6 ounces cherry tomatoes 2 tsp capers  2 tsp white wine vi
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Cinco de Mayo Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 tablespoons olive oil  1 tablespoon chili powder 2 teaspoons ground cumin  1 teaspoon garlic powder  1 large red bell pepper, sliced  1 large yellow bell pe
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Italian Chicken and Veggie Grill Packets

Serves 2  Cooking spray Heavy duty aluminum foil  2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts  ½ fresh lemon 1 cup fresh zucchini or yellow squash chopped 1 cup diced baking potato (scrubbed, keep skin on)  ½
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St. Patrick’s Day Corned Beef Hash Recipe

Adapted from EatingWell.com Serves 4  Ingredients  2 teaspoons olive oil1 large onion, chopped4 cups diced, cooked potatoes 1 cup chopped lean corned beef brisket (4 ounces)  *Tip: When purchasing, cho
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Keep “Pizza Night” Heart Healthy

To reduce the fat and sodium intake on your pizza night, try making your own pizza at home.Use a low-sodium store-bought dough, whole wheat English muffin, or a flatbread that has <5% sodium per servin
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Valentine’s Day Corn and Red Pepper Chowder

Corn and red pepper chowder Serving Size: 6 ounces; full recipe makes 5 servings Freeze individual servings for easy heat-up leftovers!  Ingredients: 1 large yellow onion1 tablespoon olive oil 3 tables
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TO-GO TURKEY ROLL UP AND VEGGIE SNACK

An easy, balanced To-Go snack 1 serving: 230 calories. 8 grams Fat/ 21grams Carb / 20grams Protein (this will mostly depend on the type of cheese used, some brands will have more content than others) 1
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GOOD AFTERNOON SNACK PLATTER

2 oz. nitrate-free, low sodium deli turkey 1 Reduced fat string cheese stick (ie: Sargento Light String Cheese) 8 RW Garcia Sweet Potato Crackers 1/2 cup sliced cucumbers 3/4 cup blueberries 1 serving:
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PRETZEL SNAP DIP

1 serving: 240 calories / Fat 8 grams / Carb 26 grams / Protein 17 grams 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese 30g diced, fresh avocado Dash McCormick’s Salt Free Seasoning 20 Unsalted Pretzels 1/2 cup fresh
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Homemade Guacamole

Serves 4 2 ripe avocados Juice from ½ lime ½ cup grape tomatoes, diced ¼ cup white onion, diced ¼ cup cilantro, diced or 1/8 cup dried  Ground pepper to taste  Optional: 1 jalapeno finely diced  Mash a
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Mid-Day Power Ball Snack

Makes 3 dozen  2 cups oats (regular or gluten free) Use whole or can ground it to a loose consistency.  1 cup natural almond butter or peanut butter 1 scoop vanilla protein powder  1/8 cup ground flaxs
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Avocado Deviled Eggs

Low sodium, healthy protein, high monounsaturated fat, and lutein (good for the eyes!) 6 hard boiled eggs 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted  1½ tsp lime juice  3 Tbsp light mayonnaise 1 tsp chopped par
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 Tomato Basil Bruschetta

Low sodium, low fat ½ baguette, cut into ½ inch thick slices  2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil  1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley  2 cloves minced garlic 3 tomatoes, diced (take seeds out if desired)  1 tsp olive
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Crockpot Pumpkin Taco Soup

Adapted from: One Lovely Life Blog 6 servings, 1.5 cups per serving 1 1/2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast or chicken thighs 1 (28oz) can no salt added diced tomatoes 1 (14oz) can pumpkin puree (
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Balsamic Dressing: Heart Healthy and Low Sodium 

3 Tbsp olive oil  ½ Tbsp balsamic vinegar (not a vinaigrette!) ½ Tbsp red wine vinegar 1 tsp Dijon mustard ½ tsp oregano ¼ tsp pepper ½  tsp dried basil  In a small bowl, whisk all the ingredients toge
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Rosemary Sweet Potato Hash

Serves 2  1 lb. sweet potatoes, cut into cubes  1 TBSP olive oil ½  sweet onion, diced ½ red bell pepper, diced ½ Tbsp rosemary leaved diced, or use dried  Boil the potatoes for 10 minutes.  Drain well
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Spinach Pear Salad with Vinaigrette

(with protein packed option) Great winter or summer salad option that can be served as a side dish or as the main meal.  This version serves 4 for a smaller salad per person. Double the recipe as neede
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“Clean” Ranch Salad Dressing

1 Tbsp dried parsley  1 Tsp garlic powder  1 tsp onion powder  ¼ tsp black pepper 1 tsp dried or fresh chives ½ tsp dried or fresh dill  1 cup plain Greek yogurt  2 Tbsp milk (almond)  1 tsp mustard  1
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Pasta Salad with Mixed Veggies

Adapted from Skipthesalt.com Ingredients: 12 ounces whole-wheat pasta: rotini or penne shaped1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth1 garlic clove, chopped2 medium onions, chopped1 can (
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Swiss Potatoes Au Gratin

A low-sodium recipe adapted from HackingSalt.com Serves 8  Ingredients: 4 large russet potatoes, very thinly sliced  1 medium onion, peeled and thinly sliced 1½ cups grated Swiss cheese, divided into 1
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Roasted Fall Vegetable Platter

Serves 6, 6-8 oz per serving  Adapted from TasteandSee.Com 1 pound peeled , diced carrots 1 pound peeled parsnips, cut into 1 inch wide by 2 inch pieces 1 1/2 pounds multicolor baby potatoes, cut in ha
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Red White and Blue 4th of July Pie

(Source: Davita Kidney Care recipes)  Serves 8  Ingredients 8 ounces whipped low-fat cream cheese 1/2 cup low-sugar red raspberry preserves 3 cups Reddi-Wip® dairy whipped topping1 prepared graham crac
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Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

Makes 4 servings Make in a mason jar or container that has a tight lid. Store at room temperature. Add to your salads, meats, and vegetables during the week. Versatile to use on many dishes! 1⁄2 tsp. g
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TACO SEASONING (salt free)

This recipe makes approximately 3.5 Tablespoons (1 oz) = 1 packet of store-bought seasoning 1 Tablespoon ground chili powder 1 Tablespoon + 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon garlic po
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