PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 45 minutes | YIELD: 5 x 1-cup servings In my opinion, spaghetti squash is a sorely overlooked gourd. Lets change that. It is the perfect replacement for pasta noodles, making it appropriate for gluten-free Eat-Clean Diet fans everywhere....
PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 70 minutes | YIELD: 8 x ¾-cup servings This makes a great side dish for Taco Night (see ch. 5) or any time you're craving a rice dish with a kick. It also pairs perfectly with Tex-Mex Beans for a complete meal. 2 cups (480 ml) low-sodium,...
PREP: 20 minutes + overnight soaking of beans | COOK: 1 hour 40 minutes | YIELD: 5 x 1-cup servings The black beans in this side dish not only impart a satisfying texture but they also pair perfectly with the bold Cuban spices. Onions and bell peppers add a crunch to...
PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 15 minutes | YIELD: 6 x 1-cup servings Collard greens they may drum up images of deep-fried Southern fare or you may be totally unfamiliar with them. Whatever the case, I urge you try them in this lightened-up recipe. Don't worry… you're in...
PREP: 20 minutes | COOK: 20 minutes | YIELD: 7 x ½-cup servings The definition of fast food is roasted vegetables. Chop, dress and pop in the oven. In just 20 minutes, you've got an elegant side that is the perfect complement to a wide variety of mains. 1 lb (454 g)...
PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 25 minutes | YIELD: 8 x ¾-cup servings Roasted potatoes are a family favorite in my house. They produce a delicious smell that draws everyone to the dinner table with eager appetites. I love the smoky quality given to these potatoes by the...
PREP: 10 minutes active, 3 hours inactive | COOK: 0 minutes | YIELD: 6 x 1-cup servings I had this salad once at a Croatian friend,s house. I loved it so much I went home and made a huge Eat-Clean batch … and I then discovered that this salad really cleans out your...
PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 35 minutes | YIELD: 10 x ¾-cup servings The direct translation of puttanesca isn't pleasant so I will spare you the details, but the taste of this sauce certainly is something to enjoy. Puttanesca sauce is a little spicy, a little salty and a...
PREP: 25 minutes | COOK: 20 minutes | YIELD: 8 x 1-cup servings Yakisoba literally means fried buckwheat noodles; soba means buckwheat. I've chosen to pan-fry the noodles in healthy oil and serve them up with tons of veggies! 2 Tbsp (30 ml) low-sodium tamari 1 Tbsp...
PREP: 5 minutes | COOK: 10 minutes | YIELD: 4 x ½-cup servings This watercress is not your typical side dish of greens. In fact, it has a peppery kick that will wake you up and keep you reaching for another spoonful to accompany your meal. Enjoy! 1 small russet...
PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 30 minutes | YIELD: 6 x 2/3-cup servings This dish pops with color. Pair it with tofu or eat it on its own for a great-tasting, high-protein, high-fiber meal! 1 tsp (5 ml) extra virgin olive oil ¼ red bell pepper, finely chopped ¼ yellow...
PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 5 minutes | YIELD: 4 servings Though this dish is called Braised Baby Bok Choy, it's more like a quick simmer just long enough to make the bok choy tender. 1 Tbsp (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb (454 g) baby bok...