This low-carb, main-dish salad has all the flavors of autumn and is a delicious and healthful way to satisfy a meat-craving in a hurry. The idea is inspired by a recipe in “Antoni Let’s Do Dinner” (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, $30), a trove of quick, stylish dinner ideas for busy people who take their fitness routines seriously. “Queer […]
Swordfish has been called the steak of the sea: mild yet meaty enough to stand up to all kinds of bold flavors. No wonder it’s often a steakhouse menu favorite among pescatarians craving a lower-fat, omega 3-rich alternative to go with the traditional T-bone sides. This recipe, adapted from one of Ina Garten’s on the […]
Quinoa, butternut squash, and almonds combine to make this hearty vegetarian side dish. It’s perfect for a family dinner or to delight your vegan friends on Thanksgiving. From Eating Well. Ingredients DirectionsStep 1Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. In a large bowl, combine butternut squash, garlic, and crushed red pepper. Drizzle with 2 teaspoons of olive […]
These are a treat. So light, fresh, and easy to make. From Delicious Heart Healthy Eating. Ingredients Directions Nutrition 70 calories, 1g fat, 0mg cholesterol, 28m sodium, 2g fiber, 3g protein, 16g carbohydrates
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: […]
