Grilled bananas are a unique sweet treat and can be customized with a variety of toppings. Using tin foil in this recipe is essential in order to heat the bananas on the grill without the skin getting too charred.
Grilled chicken and vegetables skewers are a quick and easy meal to enjoy during any season. What’s great about these skewers is that they can be customized to your liking – feel free to substitute the vegetables listed in the recipe with some of your favorites!
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad is a fun spin on a classic Caesar salad. It’s loaded with grilled romaine lettuce, lean chicken breast, and fresh parmesan cheese. This salad is great to serve as an entrée on its own or as a side dish. This recipe includes ingredients to make a homemade Caesar dressing...
Grilled fish tacos are a delicious way to enjoy your favorite seafood. Choose any white fish of your choice and marinate it before grilling the fish to a perfect golden-brown. Top them off with a creamy and crunchy coleslaw that ties all the ingredients together!
This recipe was a winning dish for our 2021 Healthy Chef Challenge. Angie Montroy of Angie's Pantry in Oak Park used ingredients commonly found in our pantry and created an inspiring summer salad.
This homemade dressing is a wonderful, lightened-up alternative to the store-bought version. The recipe only calls for simple ingredients, so you can be sure its nutritional value and contents are top notch. It can be used to add a refreshing tanginess to your salads or as a dipping sauce for...
These juicy and brightly flavored chicken breasts are a simple, fantastic dinner option. You can use our homemade honey mustard dressing recipe as a glaze; this adds sweet and tangy flavors to the baked chicken. By whipping up the marinade at home you can be sure that its nutritional content is top...
Your family will love this refreshing salad that is rich in fiber, vitamin C and potassium. Use it to top yogurt, oatmeal, ice cream or as a breakfast side dish. The poppy seeds add a nice crunch and the honey provides a nice sweetness.
Never heard of spaghetti squash? This healthy vegetable is member of the squash family. It is full of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that will help support a healthy immune system. This recipe is a lower carb way for Italian food lovers to eat to enjoy these classic flavors! The...
This is a classic dish from the Greeks who lived in Constantinople, Turkey (now Istanbul), who were well-known as excellent cooks. A perfect example of a nutritious meal, it is rich in Vitamin C, A, fiber and potassium. Serve it with crusty bread to collect all the delicious juices.
This lentil minestrone is a classic Italian soup that has a fun twist to it: sweet potato. This soup is packed with vegetables and deliciously flavored with garlic, chicken bouillon, and lemon juice.
This underappreciated root vegetable can be roasted, sautéed, boiled, and mashed. It is also packed with fiber, vitamins E and C, and a good source of potassium and phosphorus. Try it as a quick side dish and an interesting alternative to mashed potatoes.
Looking for a refreshing drink? Look no further! This drink from the Dominican Republic is perfect for the summertime or the last hot days leading to fall. It’s usually enjoyed at breakfast, but it can be consumed anytime during the day. This drink is very versatile; you can use water, milk, or any...
Orzo pasta salad is a refreshing dish perfect for summer with vibrant vegetables, fresh herbs, and a tangy vinaigrette. It is a flavorful dish that is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a quick and healthy lunch.
Perfect for those looking to add a little bit of spice into their life. This dish pairs great with a side salad to make the perfect dinner for a night in. Top with fresh cilantro or parsley to add even more flavor.
These popsicles make for a delicious homemade dessert! With just a few, nutritious ingredients, they are a healthy alternative to many of the popsicles you may find at your local grocery store. If you don’t have a popsicle mold, you can use 3 oz paper cups with popsicle sticks instead.
Pozole Verde is a flavorful, traditional Mexican soup that is surprisingly easy to make! It is the perfect warm and cozy recipe to make on a cold, winter day. This recipe is so good, it’ll have you going for seconds and thirds!
Roasting vegetables brings out their natural sweetness and preserves their nutrients. Try roasting different vegetables together for added color, and don't be afraid to add various herbs and spices for a delicious flavor. Serve these vegetables as a side dish or add them to a grain bowl.
These sweet potato cubes make for a savory-sweet side dish or snack. They are super easy to make; just prep the ingredients and let the oven do the work!
Crispy, colorful, and flavorful, these roasted veggie chips are a fun alternative to traditional snacks. Made with a variety of vegetables, these chips are a perfect addition to any back-to-school lunch or snack.
This underappreciated root vegetable can be roasted, sautéed, boiled, and mashed. It is also packed with fiber, vitamins B6, C and K and a good source of potassium and phosphorus. Try it as a quick side dish and an interesting alternative to roasted potatoes.
Caramelized Brussels sprouts are pure deliciousness- crispy and warm. You will love adding this side dish to your favorite protein (main dish). Be sure to see the chef’s notes on variations to the basic recipe. However you choose to make it, you will love this recipe!
