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Quick and Healthy Middle Eastern Pickled Mangoes (Amba)
Amba is a quick, tangy mango-based Middle Eastern condiment with spices and lemon. Serve it on sabich, sandwiches, salads, burgers, roasted veggies, or eggs. Store in the fridge for up to a week.
Festive and Healthy Charcuterie Board Appetizer
Charcuterie boards are a popular, stress-free way to serve guests. With healthy proteins, cheeses, and seasonal fruits and vegetables, they offer customizable options for everyone to enjoy.
Low-Sugar Holiday Cranberry Sauce
Make low-sugar cranberry sauce with fresh cranberries, orange juice, and optional maple syrup. Add spices or nuts for variety, and use as a topping, side, or spread for holiday meals!
No-Sugar Pumpkin Banana Yogurt
This creamy pumpkin banana yogurt combines pumpkin, banana, and spices for a nutritious, fall-inspired treat. It’s a delicious, wholesome breakfast, snack, or dessert with protein and fiber.
Low-Sugar Melon Agua Fresca
This aqua fresca is naturally refreshing and sweet with cantaloupe and lime, and water. It's hydrating, low-calorie, and rich in vitamins A and C. Add mint, coconut, or other fruit as desired.
Basic Fruit Salad
Fruit salad is a healthy, refreshing treat with a variety of flavors and textures. Mix seasonal or frozen fruits, add nuts or zest for extra flavor, and enjoy as a snack, dessert, or meal addition.
Basic Green Side Salad with Variations
A side salad can make any meal healthier and more filling. Start with greens, add veggies, nuts, or cheese for flavor, and top with a light dressing. Pair it with any entrée for a nutritious boost.
Sweet and Tart Watermelon Lemonade Mocktail
Cool off with a low-calorie watermelon lemonade mocktail by blending sweet watermelon, tart lemon juice, and a hint of stevia for a refreshing, antioxidant-packed summer treat.
Refreshing Grapefruit Lime Mocktail
This grapefruit lime mocktail is a refreshing, low-calorie drink with crisp citrus flavor and a bubbly finish. Serve it at brunch or anytime on its own or with a light snack or healthy meal.
Skinny Mocktail Margarita Recipe
A refreshing margarita mocktail with tangy lime, sweet orange, and honey or pineapple juice. Lower in calories and high in vitamin C, it's a festive, non-alcoholic twist on the classic drink.
Whole-Grain Low-Sugar Banana Bread or Muffins
Make healthy banana bread with less sugar, whole grains, and healthy fats. Bake as a loaf or muffins for portion control. Enjoy with peanut butter, fruit spread, or cottage cheese for added protein.
Parsnip Salad with Feta, Apple, and Walnuts
This parsnip salad combines sweet, crunchy, creamy, and savory elements for a nutritious meal. Select your favorite vegetables, greens, fruit, and protein, and a simple dressing brings it all together
Grain-Free Sweet Potato Peanut Butter Sandwiches
Enjoy grain-free, gluten-free peanut butter sandwiches using fiber and antioxidant-rich sweet potato slices instead of bread. Experiment with nut butter, cheese, hummus, or chicken for a healthy meal.
Clementine and Salmon Spinach Salad - Fresh and Delicious Recipe
This nutritious salad has sweet juicy clementines, delicious salmon, crisp spinach, crunchy nuts, and salty cheese. It's dressed simply with olive oil and vinegar for a meal that can be ready fast.
Healthy Recipe for Braised Red Cabbage with Apple
Braised Red Cabbage with Apple is a sweet and sour side dish, inspired by German rotkohl, but healthier. It’s made with apple for natural sweetness and olive oil instead of butter.
Recipe for Butternut Squash and Kale Protein Bowl
Protein bowls are portable and versatile! Fill with greens, winter squash, lean proteins, fruit, and healthy fats. Add herbs, spices, cheese, or nuts. Prep ahead for a nutritious meal anytime!
Recipe for Apple-A-Day Baked Apples
Enjoy naturally sweet baked apples with nuts, dried fruit, and spices—no extra sugar or butter needed! It's a healthy dessert that you can enjoy year-round and serve to company.
Recipe for Lower-Sugar, Whole-Grain, Wholly Delicious Banana Bread
Enjoy this moist, whole-grain banana bread with less sugar and oil. Make it as muffins, add mix-ins, or freeze leftovers for easy, healthier desserts, snacks, or breakfasts.
Recipe for Healthy Lower-Sugar Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing
This raspberry vinaigrette is sweet, tangy, and low in sugar. Use it on salads, wraps, or as a creamy dressing for roasted veggies, with heart-healthy olive oil and no added chemicals.
Balanced Breakfast with Poached Egg on Avocado Toast (Recipe with Low-Carb, Vegan, and Gluten-Free Options)
Poached egg on avocado toast with a side salad and fruit is a balanced, nutritious breakfast. It’s rich in protein, whole grains, healthy fats, and can be made low-carb, vegan, or gluten-free.
Recipe for Hearty and Delicious Mediterranean Salad
This make-ahead Mediterranean salad tastes even better the next day. It has fresh herbs, feta cheese, vibrant seasonings, and beans. Get plenty of fiber, protein, and healthy fats in this easy meal.
Recipe for Irresistibly Easy Whole Wheat Banana Pancakes
Whole wheat banana pancakes are a nutritious, fiber-rich breakfast made with ripe bananas and whole-wheat flour. Mix ingredients, cook on a griddle, and serve with toppings like fruit or nuts.
Recipe for Naturally Sweet Berry Jam or Topping
This low-calorie berry jam is an option with no added sugars. Made with berries, water, and lemon juice, you can add chia seeds for thickness. Leave it as is or add stevia as a natural sweetener.
Recipe for Salmon with Portobello Citrus Salsa
This flavorful salmon recipe has antioxidants, healthy fats, and fiber. It's easy to make, and ideal for boosting your fish intake to 2-3 servings weekly. Serve with vegetables and whole grains.
Recipe for Skinny Creamy Chicken Salad with Yogurt
This creamy chicken salad is nutritious and low in calories, made with yogurt instead of mayo. It’s high in protein, fiber, and healthy fats, with a delicious mix of sweet and savory flavors.