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Rich in plant based protein from the beans and chickpeas, this summer salad is a perfect side dish for a barbeque or picnic. It uses staple pantry ingredients and and easy, zesty dressing that can be used on salad greens as well. It is also a perfect main dish for vegetarians or vegans.
sweet potatoes and Kale
Mix up your morning with a healthy sweet potato hash! With a hearty serving of protein from a poached egg, this dish is packed with Vitamin K. It’s sure to help you start your day off right!
okra
Stewed okra with tomatoes is an easy and affordable dish! It is loaded with fiber and antioxidants that prevents cancer such as lycopene. This dish can be served over rice, served as a side dish, or scooped with flatbread.
stuffed acorn squash with rice and cranberries
Acorn squash is a type of winter squash that is nutrient dense, and when cooked properly, is rich, buttery, and delicious! Even though they’re classified as a fruit, acorn squash can be used to replace potatoes, butternut squash, and sweet potatoes in recipes because of their high carbohydrate...
Summer Corn Salsa
This fresh, homemade corn salsa is easy to make and packed with fresh ingredients. These ingredients included great sources of fiber and are rich in many vitamins and minerals. It’s the perfect to enjoy on top of tacos or quesadillas, or as an appetizer with tortilla chips.
This simple recipe contains fruit that are in season this month. These fruits will pair well on a warm summer day with its sweet and refreshing taste. Serve this as a side or have it as a dessert, will be a great way to include more fruits.
Lemon Herb Chicken with mushrooms and rice on white plate
Tim Artz
Looking for a delicious, juicy chicken recipe? You have found it! The secret to this flavorful chicken is the marinade with olive oil and lemon juice. The marinade also includes herbs to enhance the flavor. The result is a tender, juicy chicken breast. Enjoy!
Tuna Salad
These simple and tasty tuna wraps make a perfect lunch or after school snack. They feature tuna, which is a good source of lean protein. Eating protein-rich meals helps keep you fuller for longer and provides your body with the material to build and repair muscle tissue. Tuna also contains essential...
turkey breakfast sausage patties on white plate with beignets pictured in the background
Turkey sausage is a great way to incorporate a protein source into your breakfast. Substitute turkey for chicken if preferred.
White bean stew in a ceramic pot with a wooden spoon stirring
Courtesy of Lavender and Macarons
White bean stew is a warm and filling dish with an unexpected tangy herb topping. It’s a hearty stew with potatoes and white beans that is perfect for a cool fall day or any day that calls for a comforting dish that has bright, zesty notes of lemon, garlic, and parsley.
This simple recipe comes straight to you from our Nutrition Intern’s home. Watermelon is back in season, and it happens to be Kevin’s favorite summer snack. He adds lime juice and chili lime seasoning for a kick of flavor. Many people in the Mexican American community enjoy this chili-lime seasoning...