

The Asian-inspired marinade delivers flavor, with lower fat, cholesterol, and sodium. From Stay Young At Heart. Ingredients Directions Nutrition359 calories, 11g fat, 2g sat fat, 66mg cholesterol, 226mg sodium

For a different flavor and even more fiber and protein, try quinoa in place of the brown rice; quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is a grain native to South America. From the US Department of Health & Human Services. IngredientsFor lentils and kale: For brown rice: For onion: Directions Calories 456Total fat 9 gSat fat 1 gCholesterol 0 […]

This also works with ranch dressing instead of blue cheese and chicken breasts instead of steak. But if you’re ready for a healthy variation on this classic, it’s all good here. From The Washington Post. IngredientsFor the steak and green beans For the salad and dressing InstructionsStep 1Heat a large cast-iron skillet over high heat, […]

From AARP. Serves 4.Ingredients Instructions1. Place the beans in a bowl and cover with water. Let them stand overnight. Drain.2. Place the beans in a medium pot and cover with 6 inches of water. Add the bay leaf and bring to a boil, skimming any foam that rises to the surface. Reduce the heat to […]

Latin American flavors come alive in this festive beef dish with fruity salsa. From Deliciously Healthy Dinners. Perfect with a side of rice and a side salad. Ingredients Instructions NutritionCalories: 224 kcal, Carbohydrates: 36 g, Protein: 2 g, Fat: 10 g, Saturated Fat: 8 g, Sodium: 14 mg, Potassium: 286 mg, Fiber: 3 g, Sugar: 30 g

This easy, refreshing recipe calls for only five ingredients for a perfect, non-alcoholic great on hot, summer days. Of course, if you wanted to add a shot of, say, rum to it, well – we won’t tell. From La Crème de la Crème. Ingredients Instructions NutritionCalories: 224 kcal, Carbohydrates: 36 g, Protein: 2 g, Fat: […]

This Indonesian-style dish makes a nice vegetarian meal or side-dish. Tofu is an inexpensive, high-protein plant food most people don’t eat as often as they could. Skip the meat tonight and dig into a slightly spicy tofu stir-fry with lots of color and crunch. From My Fitness Pal. Ingredients Directions Serves: 4 | Serving Size: […]

This all-American pasta salad gets a healthy boost from summer’s vegetable bounty. Don’t limit yourself to just tomatoes, corn and zucchini — string beans and cucumber could also find a happy home here. From the Food Network. Ingredients Directions Nutrition320 calories; 16g fat; 3g sat fat; 15mg chol; 230mg sodium; 37g carbs; 3g fiber; 6g protein; […]

An herby, fresh vegan power salad featuring cauliflower, apples, shallots, roasted spiced chickpeas, and a quick grainy mustard dressing. From Pinch of Yum. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS NUTRITIONServes 4Calories Per Serving: 484Fat, 32gSodium, 260mgCarbohydrate, 49gFiber, 17gProtein, 11g

You don’t have to go all-out vegetarian to eat less meat, and this recipe is the perfect example. You only need a half-pound of meat for this updated version of meatloaf, with hearty lentils and savory mushrooms. Try with ground turkey for less fat. Ingredients Directions Serves: 4 | Serving Size: 2 slices Nutrition (per […]