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albondigas
Albondigas is a traditional Mexican soup! It is filling, full of flavors, and is comforting on a cold day. This soup makes it easy to include vegetables in your meals!
The weather is starting to have a chill to it, which means apples are in season! Produce that is in season tends to have more flavor and nutrients. This delicious dish is perfect to make into a sandwich (using whole wheat bread) for a quick and healthy lunch. Enjoy this savory dish!
cottage cheese with fruit
Enjoy this healthy, fast, and easy breakfast. It’s a mixture of protein-packed cottage cheese, crispy apples, crunchy walnuts, and warm cinnamon. This balanced meal is high in fiber, protein, healthy fats, calcium, and antioxidants. Isn’t It great?!
Did you know collard greens are a nutritional powerhouse full of fiber, Vitamins A, C, K, iron, folate and calcium? Collard greens are a southern staple, traditionally cooked for hours with a piece of smoked meat. This recipe uses collards raw in a salad with a bright dressing that helps the...
apple sauce oatmeal
Applesauce oatmeal is a quick and easy breakfast idea that uses 4 simple ingredients. It is a great way to use extra applesauce you may have on hand. This recipe has notes of cinnamon shining through; it’s a perfect recipe for a cozy morning.
Baked Salmon with breading
An easy recipe that is perfect for weeknights and fancy enough for company. Salmon takes 15 minutes to cook in the oven. Serve with fast cooking couscous and roasted broccoli to round out the meal.
Banana Blueberry Oatmeal Bake Recipe Photo. Oatmeal and berry bake/crumble in white baking dish, against a mostly white background.
This Banana Blueberry Oatmeal Bake will satisfy your sweet-tooth and fill your home with the delicious smell of cinnamon. It is a great way to dress up your rolled oats. Rolled oats are incredibly nutritious; they are rich in antioxidants and fiber.
bbq chicken burger
This healthy burger is seasoned with barbecue flavors, studded with cheddar cheese, & grilled and basted in barbecue sauce. This easy chicken burger may just replace all burgers at your house!
bbq chickpeas
This recipe will make you fall in love with chickpeas! Roasting the chickpeas gives them an undeniable crunch that will leave you wanting another handful. They are perfect for snacking and are a great alternative to peanuts.
Black bean quessadilla
This vegetable first dish will be sure to please everyone in your family.
black bean burger
Whether you are a meat-lover, vegan, or vegetarian, this plant-based burger recipe is sure to win everyone over! This simple burger recipe is packed with fiber and protein that will keep you full and satisfied.
Black Bean Tacos Recipe Photo. Ingredients for making tacos are laid out in bowls, with corn tortillas to the side. Table is white.
Have you been searching for a hassle-free recipe that the entire family will enjoy? Look no more! This Black Bean Taco recipe is high-protein and fiber, which means it will keep the entire family full. If you’re not into corn tortillas, feel free to use a flour tortilla and make some super-quick...
Braised greens in white bowl, with wooden spoon across the top of the dish.
This recipe blends our 3-favorite dark, leafy green veggies with bacon and garlic. The result is a delicious side dish suitable for any occasion that is also a nutrition powerhouse! Your taste buds (and body) will thank you for cooking this rich dish.
Breakfast Quesadilla
Looking for the perfect breakfast meal? Well, you’ve found the right recipe. This meal contains fluffy eggs and spicy chiles that will make your mornings a pleasure! Lightly toasted to perfection, this quesadilla redefines breakfast.
brussels sprouts with a poached egg
This quick and easy dish is perfect for the colder months. It provides all the elements of a well-rounded meal… eggs for protein, brussels sprouts for vitamins and fiber, and hash brown potatoes for carbohydrates. Look for plain, frozen hash browns without any seasonings for a lower sodium option...
Burbara
Annually on the fourth of December, Eastern Christians in Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon, and Syria prepare this nutritious dessert in honor of Saint Barbara, executed by her father, a roman pagan king. This recipe symbolizes her escape journey as she hid in wheat fields and is also prepared for...
This dish can be prepared in the microwave or over the stove in a skillet. See the chef’s note for directions to make it in the microwave. It is simple, quick, and high in vitamins C and A!
Carrot Fries
Fries made from potatoes are so overrated. Mix things up and give this recipe a try, switching out your potato for some carrots. Not only do these fries look amazing with a bright orange color, but they taste great too! Add your favorite dipping sauce once ready for a little more extra flavor.
cauliflower fried rice
Riced cauliflower has become a very popular rice substitute lately! It is lower in carb and higher in nutrients, like fiber and B vitamins. The flavors of this dish come together so seamlessly, you won't even miss the traditional rice. If you're feeling adventurous, try mixing up the protein by...
cauliflower wings
This cauliflower wing recipe is a great appetizer for vegetarians, vegans, and meat eaters alike! It’s delicious enough that even chicken wing fans will be excited to give it a try. Cauliflower is high in fiber, which is great for heart health.
Charred Corn and Black Bean Salad Recipe Photo. A colorful bowl of food, in a white bowl.
This is not your ordinary salad… not only is it a nice summer treat, but it is also packed with healthy ingredients. Black beans are a great source of protein and iron. Corn is rich in the carotenoids, lutein, and zeaxanthin, which are nutrients important for eye health. Both beans and corn are high...
chicken Piccata
Give a gift to your taste buds this holiday season with this Italian American “secret” family recipe! Chicken piccata is a fantastic way to incorporate a high protein and low-carb meal into your dinner plans. Perfected over two generations, this recipe is not something you want to miss out on!
tortilla roll up
Chicken Tortilla Roll Ups are a great alternative to an everyday sandwich. They’re a guaranteed family favorite and great addition to a packed lunch. Leftovers can be stored in your fridge.
chilaquiles
This is a traditional Mexican breakfast that’s very easy to make. You can make this recipe a full, well-balanced meal by adding eggs, your favorite cheese, avocado, or some of your favorite veggies. Have fun customizing this dish!