Nutritious choices made simple®
Couscous is a great textural element to build a salad around, providing a simple, easily dressed base that pairs flexibly with your favorite veggies and dried fruits. This side is an especially excellent option for summer cookouts. Tip: If you don’t have currants in the cupboard, use whatever unsweetened dried fruit you have on hand. […]
Fresh berries and nectarines are available in the summer, making this a seasonal salad for most of us. Don’t let the weather hold you back! Any fruit you can get your hands on will work with this concept. Citrus, pineapple, apples … let the seasonal options at the grocery store be your guide.
Bright citrus brings a refreshing flavor to this less traditional pasta salad. Chickpeas hold up nicely in the fridge if you need to store it. For the best texture, choose your favorite in-season citrus. Clementines or blood oranges would be excellent in place of navel oranges at the right time of year.
Cilantro and cumin give this hummus a decidedly southwestern spin. Serve it with whole grain tortilla chips or, better yet, fresh veggies for some excellent snacking. Garnish with a splash of hot sauce for a little extra color and to punch the flavor up a notch. Tip: If you need to make this in a […]
A fantastic, vegetarian taco that’s both delicious and healthy! If you need more protein in your taco, consider adding cooked chicken, fish, or beans to the pepper and onion mixture. Tip: This recipe doesn’t need a lot of jalapeño. If you find yourself with most of a pepper leftover, mince and freeze the rest in teaspoon-sized […]
Nutritious can taste incredible, which is proven with this delicious side dish! Black beans add extra protein and texture to a creamy, flavorful variation on squash.
Surprise all your senses with this colorful, flavorful stew, where southern pizzazz is sweetened by a hint of sweet potato and citrus.
Braised collards are a staple of southern cooking in the U.S. Typical recipes used a little bit of bacon fat or butter, but you can still get a tasty side dish full of great nutrients by subbing in olive oil. Balsamic vinegar and soy sauce help round out the flavor palate for a dish that’s bright […]