Ingredients:1 cup quinoa3 roasted red peppers, chopped1 inch can artichoke hearts, cut pieces1/2 red onion, diced3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 cloves garlic, sliced2 chicken breasts, cooked, diced2 ounces feta, crumbleda handful of parsley1 can sliced black olives (small can)1 tablespoon of lemon juicekosher salt and black pepperInstructions:Put the quinoa and 2 cups of water…
Category: heart healthy
Deconstructed Caesar Salad (adapted from Roland’s recipe)
Ingredients:2 cloves garlic, minced (or to taste)1/4 c reduced-sodium soy-sauce or use 1 tbsp anchovy paste (or to taste)1/4 c freshly squeezed lemon juice1/4 c fat free mayo (instead of egg)4 grilled croustini4 medium thick slices of peameal bacon.4 tbsp EVOO, the darker the better2 cloves garlic, minced finely2 medium sized romaine hearts12 cherry tomatoes,…
White Bean and Tuna Salad
Ingredients:1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans1 jar (or can) olive oil packed tuna (drained)1/2 can (15 oz) artichoke hearts2 roma tomatoes2 cloves garlic2 ounces parmesan cheese1/3 cup red onion1/4 cups scallions1 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoons red wine or balsamic vinegar1 small can black olives3 tablespoons fresh parsley1 dash salt and pepper
Spicy Tofu Salad Bowl
“When it’s too hot or when I don’t feel like cooking, I’ll make this quick healthy bowl. Sometimes I just eat it as a salad without rice and sometimes I mix a spoonful of the spicy paste with the steam rice and eat it.”Ingredients:3 green onions, chopped2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds1 1/2…
Healthy Potato Salad
“‘Here’s a heart-healthy version of my longtime favorite potato salad recipe,’ says Pat Potter, Calumet City, Illinois. ‘It’s colorful and chock-full of good crunchy ingredients.'”Ingredients:2 pounds small red potatoes, quartered5 hard-cooked eggs3/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise2 teaspoons cider vinegar1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 large sweet onion, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1/2 cup…
Tuna-Artichoke Salad
“A delicious, healthy dish perfect for lunch or a light dinner.”Ingredients:1 (6 ounce) jar artichoke hearts, drained and chopped1/4 cup chopped fresh dill1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon lemon juice2 cloves garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1 cup chopped fresh spinach1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained1 red bell pepper, choppedInstructions:Mix artichoke hearts, dill, olive oil, lemon…
Chocolate Chipotle Seared Salmon Salad
Super clean and healthy salad featuring chocolate chipotle rubbed salmon and cilantro lime vinaigrette.Ingredients:6 oz. scottish salmon½ heart of romaine cut horizontally½ cup jicama, sliced into sticks½ cup tri-color mini bell peppers, sliced¼ cup diced tomato2 tbsp. chopped cilantro1 tbsp. diced pickled jalapeño2 tbsp. red onion, diced½ cup cucumber, sliced and quarteredInstructions:Rub Salmon with Chocolate…
Healthy Fresh Veggie, Herbs and Barley Salad
Ingredients:1 cup pearl barley2 1⁄2 cups water1⁄2 teaspoon salt1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil1⁄2 cup fresh lemon juice1 tablespoon paprika1 teaspoon garlic powder1⁄4 cup fresh oregano, Chopped1⁄4 cup lemon balm, Chopped (or you can use any complimentary herbs)1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans1⁄2 cup broccoli floret1⁄4 cup red bell pepper, Diced1⁄4 cup yellow bell pepper,…
Healthy Cuppa’ Soup
Ingredients:1 cup onion1 cup broccoli1 cup cauliflower1 cup herbed salad greens1 cup cooked chicken2 cups fat and salt free chicken broth2 cups milk2 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper1/2 teaspoon dill4 ounces cheddar cheese
South Indian Chickpea Salad
“The State of Tamil Nadu in South India is the origin for Madras Curry, versatile salads, and stir-fry. Of course, locally they are known by different names. A twist on a traditional salad, my chickpea salad can be made as an appetizer or a healthy snack with tea.”Ingredients:1 (16 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed…