Prep Tip: Choose leafy greens with full, fresh leaves, greens in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for two to five days. Wash thoroughly before use, and pat with paper towel to absorb excess water. Change it Up: Experiment with different seasonings like lemon pepper, onion salt and dill, garlic salt and pepper, or Montreal steak seasoning. […]
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Minestrone Soup
Minestrone makes a delicious meal in one pot. In Italy there are many kinds of minestrone soup. This version uses kale, a highly nutritious green leafy vegetable. Cabbage, spinach, or Swiss chard would also be good choices of greens in this soup. Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil ½ medium onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, chopped […]
Crunchy Yogurt Parfait
Ingredients: ½ cup of vanilla or plain yogurt (if using plain yogurt, you can add honey, maple syrup, or jam to add your preferred level of sweetness!) Handful of frozen fruit ¼ cup granola or whole grain cereal Directions: Thaw the frozen fruit by running warm water over it in a mesh strainer (or put […]
Honey Roasted Parsnip Dip
Parsnips delicious root vegetables to eat in the cold months. Parsnips have been grown around the world for thousands of years. The cream-colored roots are packed with fiber, Vitamin C, antioxidants, and they support healthy immune function. Here is one fun way to enjoy parsnips this winter! Ingredients: 1.5 lbs Parsnips, peeled and roughly chopped […]
Banana Berry Smoothie
Prep Tip: If mixture starts to freeze up in the blender, just add a bit of water. If you like it thicker, add a few ice cubes. Garnish with fresh mint, frozen berries, or both! Change it Up: Experiment using different fruits, we like this recipe with peaches too. Pour into molds or paper cups for homemade […]
Rainbow Slaw
Dressing: 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon honey 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon whole celery seed (optional) 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Slaw: 2 carrots, shredded 2 parsnips, shredded 1 cup finely chopped kale 2 cups shredded purple cabbage 1 large apple, sliced thin 1 large golden […]
Perfect Parfaits
Nutritious, delicious & fun to make! Check out this super easy recipe for fruit & yogurt parfaits. Use any fruit you have on hand, granola for that perfect crunch and seeds or nuts for extra protein. Great for your next grab-n-go breakfast, a healthy snack or after-dinner treat. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup plain or vanilla yogurt […]
Scrambled Eggs With Spinach
Spinach is a dark green leafy vegetable with a slightly bitter taste that is a rich source of vitamin A, C, iron, folate, calcium, potassium, and magnesium. Serve raw spinach in salads, or on sandwiches. Cooked spinach may be used as a side dish, or added to soups, lasagna, or vegetable recipes. Dishes that end […]
Energy Bites
No-Bake & fun to make! Check out this super easy recipe full of protein & good-for-you ingredients. A terrific make-ahead recipe for your next snack, treat or breakfast on the go, these bites are healthy AND delicious! Just stir, roll, and enjoy! INGREDIENTS: ¾ cup quick oats ½ cup sunflower seed butter (Substitute almond or […]
Cucumber Salad
Looking for something refreshing to eat and easy to make on these hot, humid days? Versatile and healthy, Cucumber Salad makes a terrific snack, appetizer, or side dish. You can eat it with tortilla chips, on top of tacos, or all on its own as a salad. Simply chop, chill & serve. When shopping, select […]
