Health, Nutrition, Recipes

Mediterranean Salmon Wraps from Better Homes and Gardens.

I like recipes that can be whipped up at the last minute with things on hand and still be healthy! See my notes at the end :)   Kari Hall ACSM HFS
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Health, Nutrition, Recipes

Grab and Go Snacks

Quick healthy snacks, like fruits and vegetables can help energize your body while satisfying hunger.
The best way to ensure healthy eating when you’re on the go is to plan ahead.
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Nutrition, Recipes

Pumpkin Pie Dip

Here is a delicious party dish or way to enjoy the pumpkin with less calories!
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Recipes

Harvest Butternut Squash Soup

Give this great recipe a try and let us know what you think.  Be sure to let us know in the comments section!

One butternut squash cut into cubes

One head of garlic

One onion

Olive oil

2 quarts chicken or vegetable broth

Salt and pepper to taste

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Recipes

Low-Fat Grilled Vegetables on Focaccia

Grilled red sweet peppers, zucchini, and eggplant, brushed with balsamic vinaigrette, are stacked on focaccia spread with goat cheese and fat-free cream cheese. Totally veg, this low-cal sandwich is filling enough to serve for dinner.
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Nutrition, Recipes

Mexican Quinoa (keen-wa)

This dish can be a side or a main dish ( I like to add a chicken breast if it’s a main dish). Its ridiculously easy and tastes great – make extra for the small to-go meals during the week!!
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Nutrition, Recipes

Fruit and Nut Breakfast Bars

Prep and cook time 30 mins. Makes 8 bars
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 cup pitted dates
1 cup whole raw almonds
1/2 cup dried apricots
1/4 cup dried plums (prunes)
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 cup raw pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup raw sunflower seeds
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Beef Lettuce Wraps

Cooking spray
1 (1-pound) flank steak, trimmed
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fish sauce
4 teaspoons dark brown sugar
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
8 Bibb lettuce leaves
1 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 cup torn fresh mint
1/2 cup matchstick-cut English cucumber
1/2 cup torn fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped unsalted, dry-roasted peanuts
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Recipes

Cara’s Healthtastic Pesto

A quick meal that is high in antioxidants and taste!  I usually cook some chicken or scallops with the sauce and pour it over the pasta.  This is a great dish for people who don’t usually like veggies.
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