Main Meals

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 1⁄4 cup […]

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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 mozzarella cheese 1 Tbs. minced chives […]

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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 of fresh or dried basil […]

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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 leaf […]

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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  1 tsp […]

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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  1 fresh tomato, sliced  1 cup […]

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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 […]

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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 dried 2 […]

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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 2 large […]

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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 vinegar  ½ tablespoon brown sugar 4 […]

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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 Home  Makes 4 servings Nutrition per kabob: […]

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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 […]

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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, chopped  5 carrots, peeled and […]

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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 tablespoon dried onion flakes ½ teaspoon garlic  ¼ teaspoon ground black paper Pinch cinnamon […]

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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 vinegar 2 tsp no salt added tomato […]

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Maple Glazed Salmon Fillet with Rice & Green Beans

(Serves 2) 2 skinned salmon fillets  1/4 cup pure maple syrup  1/2 tablespoon lemon juice   1 teaspoon minced garlic  1 tablespoon coconut aminos (a lower sodium substitute for soy sauce) 1 teaspoon ginger   1 tablespoon olive oil (or your […]

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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 pepper, sliced 1 large (about 2 cups) red […]

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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 cup diced onion (use your favorite…red, […]

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St. Patrick’s Day Corned Beef Hash Recipe

Adapted from EatingWell.com Serves 4  Ingredients  2 teaspoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 4 cups diced, cooked potatoes  1 cup chopped lean corned beef brisket (4 ounces)  *Tip: When purchasing, choose a lean meat; it has 1 gram fat per […]

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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 serving. Top it with a […]

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