Garlic Artichoke and Portobello Mushroom Bake (Low Cal & Low Cost Recipe)
This naturally low fat and low calorie dish takes 30 minutes or less to whip together. Garlic Artichoke and Portobello Mushroom Bake (Serves 3-4) 1 tbsp olive oil 4 garlic cloves, minced 4 portabella mushrooms, thickly sliced 1 14 oz can quartered artichoke hearts, drained 1 teaspoon thyme 1 tablespoon fat free half and half 2… Read More»
Two Step Pesto Pasta with Pumpkin Seeds
This is the easiest recipe I’ve ever posted. A departure from the typical spaghetti marinara, but just as quick. The pumpkin seeds add a welcome crunch and along with healthy vitamins and minerals such as phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin K, vitamin E and zinc. Two Step Pesto Pasta with Pumpkin Seeds (Serves 4) 1/4 cup pesto… Read More»
For Your Busiest Day: Quick and Easy Mexican Minestrone
This recipe is perfect for the day you just know you’re not going to have time to prepare dinner and you’re going to be ravaged by hunger by the time you get home. Instead of raiding the snack cabinet, take 10 minutes to prep this delicious and nutritious meal before you leave the house in… Read More»
Heart Healthy Chipotle Chili
I’ve got the perfect recipe for February, where freezing cold temperatures are the norm, Catholics start thinking about giving up meat on Fridays and of course, it’s American Heart Month. This ingredient list may have a few vegetables that you’ve never tried before. Do not, I repeat, do not be afraid to step outside of your iceberg lettuce and… Read More»
Diet on a Budget: Super Easy Low-cal Veggie Bake
Low-cal Veggie Bake 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 small eggplant, cut in half and sliced 1 small zucchini, cut in half and sliced 1 small squash, cut in half and sliced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 onion, sliced 1 cup sliced mushrooms 1 shredded carrot 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1… Read More»
5-Minute Flatbread Pizza
On Friday night, I was hit by a craving: Pizza. I started to look up a place to order from where I could get something relatively healthy, maybe a thin crust veggie. Then I thought hey, maybe I could make one myself with ingredients I have on hand and save myself $$ AND calories. I… Read More»
Whole Grain Gnocchi Alfredo with Spinach and Walnuts
Most of you know that if something has a white creamy sauce, it should probably be avoided. Your average plate of fettucini alfredo at a restaurant will cost you around 1220 calories– an entire days worth. Not to mention the 75g of fat, which is more than you should be taking in in an entire… Read More»
Fresh Fish Friday: Salmon Edition
An amazing salmon salad I had at one of the restaurants along the beach in Malaga, Spain. Salmon is one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids out there. A diet rich in omega 3’s supports heart health and may reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s and dementia. The American Heart Association recommends eating… Read More»
Fire Roasted Rosemary Vegetable Soup
I only have two words for this soup: SO GOOD. Ever since I experimented with kale for the first time a few weeks ago, I’ve been looking for other ways to use this nutrient-packed leafy green. I’ve been making a lot of soups this winter, but this one is my favorite! Fire Roasted Rosemary Vegetable… Read More»
Easy Tuscan Bean Soup and Curried Chickpea Cakes
You don’t have to be vegetarian to be healthy. If you have a goal to decrease your meat consumption, start with just one day a week. Make every Monday a “Meatless Monday.” Taking one day to substitute meat for vegetables in your meals is a great way to consume less calories, get creative in the kitchen… Read More»