Flaxseeds and oats add thickness and extra fiber to this super-satisfying, calcium-packed smoothie. Beets lend it a deep-purple color, plus iron and antioxidants. If you don’t have cooked beets on hand, you can skip them—the smoothie’s flavor won’t suffer. YIELD:...
Ramp up your vitamin and mineral intake with only 28 calories when you add baby spinach to a lightly sweet fruit smoothie. Feel free to substitute your favorite fruit for the blueberries. YIELD: SERVES 1 4 cups baby spinach leaves ½ cup low-fat milk or plain nondairy...
With a lightly crunchy, granola-like layer on top and a doughy, coconut-saturated center, this baked oatmeal is hearty and comforting. Serve warm or at room temperature. YIELD: SERVES 8 1 large egg 2 cups light coconut milk, whisked, if necessary 2 Tbs. honey, plus...
Here’s an easy breakfast or brunch option that can be made with ingredients straight from the fridge. The recipe serves one, but can easily be quadrupled and made in a large skillet to serve four people. YIELD: SERVES 1 1 egg plus 2 egg whites, or 2 whole eggs 1 small...
serves 4 Walnuts amplify the nutty flavor of the quinoa, while bits of diced apple provide a touch of sweetness. 1½ cups quinoa 3 cups vegetable broth (page 15) Salt 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3 scallions, minced ½ cup walnut pieces 1 (10-ounce) package...
serves 4 Here are some quick ones for the grill. Use a mesh or perforated basket to prevent the vegetables from falling through the grill. If you don’t have a grill, you can broil the vegetables or sear them in a skillet. Serve on toasted hard rolls. 1 large red...
Rutabagas are the large yellow-fleshed root vegetables that are usually waxed, and are oftentimes called yellow turnips. Actually, turnips are small and white-fleshed, and they have purple tops. I prefer rutabagas for their stronger, spicier flavor. Here is my...
Rich, intensely flavored, and naturally sweet, this aristocratic dish is not as time-consuming as it appears to be. You can prepare the chestnuts in advance and freeze them if you like. My method of removing the chestnut meat is by far the easiest I've found. If you...
(Total Time: 30 MIN| Serves: 30) Ingredients: 1 tsp butter 4 cups raw pecans ¼ cup Erythritol 1 tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp ground nutmeg 1/8 tsp ground ginger 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper Pinch of sea salt ½ cup filtered water Directions: Place the butter in the Instant Pot...
The incomparable flavor of arugula can easily be overpowered by a strong salad dressing. The best way to accentuate its wonderful flavor is to use only a light dressing of lemon juice and olive oil with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese. SERVES 4 1 head Boston lettuce,...
