Broccolini is similar in taste and texture to broccoli, but with longer, thinner stalks, and small florets. This simple, flavorful recipe is a quick and easy way to prepare broccolini. You can prepare it in the time it takes to cook your main entree. If you can't find broccolini, you can easily use broccoli instead.
Stuffed chicken is a delicious way to add a special touch to weeknight dinners or impress guests when entertaining. This elegant yet simple recipe features lean chicken breasts filled with creamy herbed ricotta, baby spinach, and naturally sweet California dates. This is a low-fat, low-carb main dish that’s full of flavor and balanced with protein and healthy fats. The recipe is written for 4 small chicken breasts (about 5 ounces each), but if you're using larger ones, simply slice them in half after cooking. Each half makes a perfect portion.
Looking for a lower carb side dish for a quick weeknight dinner? Try our Easy Garlic Bok Choy recipe! This flavorful, diabetes-friendly dish features tender baby bok choy sautéed with heart-healthy ingredients and a touch of low-sodium soy sauce, making it a delicious and blood glucose (blood sugar)-conscious addition to your meal rotation. Try pairing this non-starchy veggie side with Honey Soy-Glazed Salmon for a tasty and easy weeknight meal.
This colorful and veggie-filled breakfast burrito bowl offers a twist on the classic by using whole grain quinoa instead of white rice as the base. This recipe can be used for breakfast, lunch, or dinner because it is an excellent source of fiber, a good source of protein, and includes non-starchy vegetables.
A frittata—a thick omelet—makes a quick supper. It is perfect for a busy weekday meal. All you need are a few vegetables, some sausage or leftover cooked meat, and eggs and you can have your meal ready in 15 to 20 minutes.
Do you need a quick and easy dinner? Then this recipe is a great choice – and it’s easy on the budget! Pairing the quesadilla with a simple, zesty salad makes this a complete vegetarian meal. You could use regular whole-wheat tortillas if you do not need this to be gluten-free.
The salad tastes not only super nourishing, but is also bursting with flavor. Boost the flavor even more by adding 4 Tsp. dried cranberries, 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds or a diced orange. Or choose baby arugula for the greens.
Impress guests by whipping up this simple yet elegant side dish to go with any chicken, fish or beef entree. This vegetable side is perfect to pair with a fancy Surf and Turf meal.
This tasty salad uses a light tomato-based dressing and is packed with greens and other nutrient-rich veggies. Buy as many of these vegetables as you can precut from your grocer’s salad bar to save on prep time.
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