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 Preshredded cabbage cuts down on the prep time for this hearty dish that can be enjoyed in a number of ways. Serve with crusty bread and a side of applesauce, or add some cooked pasta to the skillet after the cabbage is cooked for a hearty one-dish meal....
serves 4 Don’t be put off by the long list of ingredients in this variation of the classic Mexican dish. Just a few require chopping, and some of those can be bought already cut if you prefer. You can also make this recipe with leftover rice if you have it. For a...
serves 4 For the quickest prep, pick up a package of presliced mushrooms in the produce section, or procure some from the salad bar. Serve this sauté over brown rice or noodles. For a richer sauce, add some mushroom gravy, store-bought or homemade (page 16). ½ cup...
serves 4 Some supermarkets carry fresh bagged stir-fry vegetables that can cut down on prep time. Another quick but fresh way to go is grabbing some fresh cut veggies at the supermarket salad bar. Frozen stir-fry vegetables are yet another option. 2 tablespoons canola...
serves 4 The slightly bitter taste of radicchio plays nicely against the sweet onions and chewy seitan. Serve on a bed of quinoa or brown rice. (Note: Because the saltiness of the tamari and broth will intensify as the liquid reduces, be judicious in your use of salt...
serves 4 Pierogi are Eastern European dumplings similar to ravioli, except that the filling is usually made with potatoes instead of cheese. Frozen pierogi can be found in well-stocked supermarkets. 1 (12-ounce) box frozen potato and onion pierogi 3 cups small...
serves 4 Panko is the name for Japanese bread crumbs. Look for them in well-stocked supermarkets.2 tablespoons tahini (sesame paste) ¼ cup water Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 cups panko bread crumbs 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional as...
serves 4 The sauce is so yummy, you may want to eat it with a spoon, but save some for the tempeh. This is wonderful served over basmati or jasmine rice. The sauce is also good over tofu or vegetable patties or tossed with noodles. 1 (12-ounce) package tempeh, cut...