starchy vegetables
Healthy Black Bean and Tomato Stuffed Acorn Squash
Stuffed squash makes for a nutritious, flavorful, and visually appealing dish that's simple to prepare. Use black beans, onions, and spices, and vary it as you like with cheese, cilantro, and more.
High Fiber Black Bean Soup with Squash Recipe
This squash and black bean soup combines pantry staples and fresh veggies for a hearty, flavorful meal with fiber and protein, it’s perfect for lunch or dinner. Garnish as desired!
Low-Fat Creamy Butternut Squash Soup Recipe
Swap traditional butternut squash soup for this creamy, low-fat version. Packed with nutrients and no added sugars, it’s versatile and easy to make. Blend roasted squash, carrots, broth, and milk!
Easy Healthy Roasted Butternut Squash
Butternut squash is a nutrient-rich starchy vegetable with fiber, vitamin A, and potassium. Roast it with olive oil and spices for a naturally sweet, delicious side dish, salad topping, or bowl base!
Creamy and Light Corn Chowder
Lighten up corn chowder with olive oil, almond milk, and Yukon potato instead of bacon and cream. It's comforting and good for weight loss. For variation, add spices or protein like chicken.
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
Healthy Corn Salsa
This healthy corn salsa combines classic salsa ingredients like tomatoes and cilantro with sweet corn for extra crunch. Quick to prepare, it’s perfect as a dip or topping for various dishes!
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.
Weight Loss-Friendly Holiday Pumpkin Pie
Enjoy a lighter pumpkin pie with this recipe! It keeps the creamy texture and rich spices of classic pumpkin pie, adding a crunchy graham cracker base and whipped topping. It's guilt-free!
Mint Pea Dip
Mint pea dip is healthy and delicious. Enjoy the sweetness of peas and mint, acidity of lemon juice, and creamy textures from pureed vegetables. Add cheese or beans for extra protein and creaminess.
Spanish Tortilla (Spanish Omelet)
Spanish tortilla, a classic dish of eggs, potatoes, and onions, is simple and has protein, fiber, and potassium. This healthier recipe keeps fat low and adds egg whites for extra protein
Heart-Healthy Plantain Soup
This heart-healthy plantain soup is easy to prepare, freezer-friendly, and packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Enjoy its savory flavor with a kick, complemented by lean protein or beans.
Butternut Squash Breakfast Hash with Apple and Egg
This skillet breakfast combines protein, fiber, and antioxidants using winter squash and apple. Easy to prepare, it's a nutritious meal topped with walnuts for added healthy fats.