This holiday season, we are putting a nutritious spin on our favorite comfort food, macaroni and cheese. Unlike traditional mac & cheese, this diabetes-friendly recipe includes a healthy mix of garlicky spinach and tomatoes. Spinach is a nutrient-rich vegetable high in Vitamin C, folate, and fiber...
Think split peas can only be used to make green split pea soup? Think again! This recipe offers a bright, new idea for cooking with split peas, and we think you'll love it. This pasta salad is light and refreshing and is the perfect side dish to salmon, chicken, or even a veggie burger. We hope you...
This side dish is sunny and bright; it offers the perfect contrast to grilled meat on warmer days. This recipe is also loaded with vitamin C from the broccoli and lemon. Try it today!
While you may think steamed veggies sound a bit bland, we promise this recipe is anything but boring. The melted garlic butter adds a zip to this recipe that allows it to become the perfect side dish to meat or fish; it’s even delicious served over fluffy rice. Enjoy!
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.
Stewed okra with tomatoes is an easy and affordable dish! It is loaded with fiber and antioxidants that prevent cancer, such as lycopene. This dish can be served as a main dish over rice, served as a side dish, or scooped with flatbread.
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...
Asparagus is a springtime crop in the Midwest, so be on the lookout for this veggie at grocery stores starting in May. This side dish highlights two nutritious vegetables and can be made in less than 10 minutes!
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 is light and fresh for any backyard BBQ or family get-together. The Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad pairs well with burgers, hot dogs, and chicken but can also be eaten by itself. Enjoy!
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.
This summer inspired pasta uses a ton of veggies that are currently in season. Along with adding lots of beautiful color to this dish, you’re also getting a variety of nutrients from the different vegetables that you’re including. You can serve this pasta cold or warm and easily adjust to your...
A delicious twist on traditional cornbread, this recipe includes mashed sweet potatoes, which give the bread extra moistness and Vitamin A, plus fall spices, which are a perfect match with sweet potatoes. Subbing in whole-grain cornmeal and whole wheat flour adds whole grains and fiber and provides...
The pumpkin pie spice in this quick bread will remind you of crisp, fall evenings. Substituting half the flour with whole wheat pastry flour sneaks in some extra fiber and vitamins. Enjoy this bread for breakfast, a snack or as a dessert!
You will love the creaminess and flavor of this Thai-inspired dressing. Using tamari instead of soy sauce will cut down on the sodium. Try this dressing on salads, grain bowls, or over noodles.
There’s never a wrong time for pizza. Ordering out from your favorite pizza place is great, but most of the time the pizza is high in calories, sodium, carbohydrates, and fat. Try making your own at home; they’re fun to make, and you can customize this recipe to include some of your favorite veggie...
Trahana is cracked bulgur cooked in milk, dried in the sun, and stored in jars. It was a way agricultural communities preserved milk when it was abundant in the summer and an inexpensive way to nourish families when food was scarce. There are two types of trahana; sweet tarhana is made with fresh...
This tangy salad is enjoyable as a side dish (served with corn tortillas chips) or as a topping for tacos, chicken, or fish. This recipe is super-packed with Vitamin C. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that protects your cells from damage. Tropical salad recipes, like this one, are fantastic ways...
Remember the Tuna Noodle Casserole that Mom used to make? This recipe is similar except it comes together in a matter of a few minutes. It’s perfect for those busy nights when you don’t have much time to spend in the kitchen. This recipe can be served as a main entrée or as a side dish for your next...
Ready for a thanksgiving feast? This easy and vegan casserole recipe is creamy, crispy, and vibrant in flavor. It’s a delicious dinner for the holiday season!
Yes, these greens are vegan and taste delicious! The smoked paprika in this recipe gives a meaty flavor that pairs well with greens and the olive oil provides the richness that this dish deserves. Any greens can be substituted for the mustard greens. Try pre-washed and chopped bagged greens for...
After a long cold day in the winter, it is nice to warm up with a soup and grilled cheese for dinner. This is an easy way to add more vegetables to you and your families meal!
