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Quinoa Black Bean Burger
This flavorful, vegetarian burger is packed with protein and fiber from black beans and quinoa. Pair with a filling salad on the side, like this Broccoli and Spinach Salad , for a satisfying, meatless meal. These are great to make ahead and freeze—after forming the patties, lay them out on a baking sheet and pop them in the freezer. Once they are frozen solid, you can take them off the sheet and store them in a freezer-safe bag.
Zuppa Toscana with Cauliflower and Kale
This classic Italian soup is traditionally made with leafy greens, white beans, and potatoes in a savory broth with a little bit of spice. To make a low carb version, we replaced the white beans and potatoes with fresh cauliflower. Greek yogurt adds creaminess to the broth, and chicken adds extra protein. Add a side of Cauliflower Garlic “Bread” Sticks for a satisfying low carb meal.
Eggs Drowned in Salsa Verde
Huevos ahogados or drowned eggs are a classic Mexican breakfast dish. You can make them in a tomato-based sauce or a salsa verde, like this one. The eggs are poached in the sauce and are served with corn tortillas. Receta en Español aqui
Chipotle Vinaigrette
If you’re getting tired of the same old dressings, you must try this sweet and smoky chipotle vinaigrette! It gets its sweetness from zero-calorie Splenda® Granulated Sweetener and its kick from chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Enjoy on a southwest salad or roasted vegetables, as a dip for quesadillas, or in a burrito bowl filled with black beans, avocado, corn, and cilantro.
Congrí Light (Cuban Black Beans and Rice)
This healthy and classic Cuban recipe is a great dish to bring to parties or add on as a side to make a complete meal.
Blueberry Yogurt Lemon Bars
Author Katie Cavuto: A crunchy, graham cracker crust is the perfect foundation for this creamy, citrus-scented bar. A cross between cheesecake and a lemon bar, this sweet treat is sure to evoke some childhood memories!
Budget-Friendly Deluxe Chicken Nachos
You can make these nachos as spicy as you want by purchasing the salsa at the heat level you prefer. If you like it even hotter, top the yogurt with a couple dashes of hot sauce.
25 Simple Snack Ideas
Related: To snack or not to snack? Read our article on healthy snacking, and whether or not snacking is right for you. NOTE: Calorie and carb amounts are approximate and do not include optional suggestions. 1. Turkey Cheese Wrap: Stack a slice of cheese on top of a slice of turkey deli meat. Top with a handful of fresh greens such as spinach or arugula and wrap tightly. (110 calories, 2 g carb) 2. Green Wrap: spread ¼ of an avocado over a small (6-inch) whole-wheat tortilla. Top with a handful of fresh greens such as spinach or arugula and wrap tightly. (160 calories, 18 g carb) 3. Savory
15 "Non-Recipes" for Easy Meals at Home
SNACKS Cheese & Tomato Kebabs Cut string cheese into coins, arrange on bamboo picks or reusable skewers with grape tomatoes, and drizzle with aged balsamic vinegar. Optional: Add fresh whole basil leaves onto the skewers. Apple Stack Core a small apple and cut into 4 round slices, spread the top of 3 of the slices (not the top slice) with natural, unsweetened peanut butter, sprinkle cinnamon and no-sugar-added granola, and restack the slices into an apple shape. Almost Cowboy Caviar In a bowl, stir together equal amounts of canned, drained, no-salt-added black beans, canned or thawed frozen
Crab Cake Burger
This is great with a green salad with cilantro lime vinaigrette.