How Not to Gain Weight during the Holidays

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Berry Fresh Smoothie

Fresh fruit smoothies are an easy way to consume several servings of fruit at one time. I prefer to make my smoothies at home so I know exactly what’s in it. I purchase fresh berries, freeze them and use them throughout the week. This smoothie is high in folate, potassium, manganese, magnesium, vitamins C and … Continue reading Berry Fresh Smoothie

Healthy Fast Food Recipe

Ingredients 1 box Near East whole grain wheat pilaf 2 cups water, vegetable, or low sodium chicken broth 1 cup diced cooked chicken without skin 1 cup chopped fresh asparagus, snow peas, or zucchini 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, parsley, and/or mint) 1/3 cup chopped raw nuts … Continue reading Healthy Fast Food Recipe

Quinoa and Chickpea Salad

Ingredients 1 cup quinoa 1 garlic clove (more if you really like garlic) 3/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 15.5-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup sliced or slivered almonds 1/3 cup diced red bell pepper 1 package spinach or arugula leaves … Continue reading Quinoa and Chickpea Salad

Cauliflower Steaks with Spiced Corn

Ingredients 2 large heads of cauliflower, stems lightly trimmed 2 ears of corn, shucked 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 fresh red chile minced or red chili flakes 4 scallions, chopped 2 teaspoons drained capers Salt and freshly ground black pepper Directions Preheat the oven to 375. Cut three 3/4-inch-thick center slices from each head of … Continue reading Cauliflower Steaks with Spiced Corn

Basic Brown Rice

Ingredients 1 cup brown rice 2 cups water or clear broth Olive or vegetable oil (optional) 1 teaspoon salt (optional) Equipment 1-quart (or larger) pot with tight-fitting lid Directions Measure 1 cup of brown rice. I generally use short-grain or medium-grain brown rice. Long-grain may need a little extra water. Heat a little oil in … Continue reading Basic Brown Rice

Roasted Radish with Spinach and Radish Greens

Ingredients 3 bunches small radishes with greens 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Directions Preheat the oven to 500°. Trim the radishes and wash the greens; pat dry. In a large ovenproof skillet, heat the oil until shimmering. Add the radishes, season … Continue reading Roasted Radish with Spinach and Radish Greens