Mango Avocado Black Bean Quinoa Salad is a beautiful, healthy salad that is perfect as a vegetarian main course salad or a side dish. I first made this vegetarian salad six years ago for a Ladies’ church luncheon. We used to host monthly lunches at people’s homes, and our pastor would stop by for a short…
Healthy Bacon Egg Potato Breakfast Casserole Recipe
This Healthy Bacon Egg Potato Breakfast Casserole is a lightened up version of a traditional Amish breakfast casserole, and is perfect for brunch or dinner; leftovers can be heated up for breakfast. If you’re looking for a hearty holiday breakfast or brunch recipe, give this one a try. Is it possible to say bacon, potato…
Broccoli Strawberry Avocado Salad with Orange Poppy Seed Dressing
Broccoli Strawberry Avocado Salad with Orange Poppy Seed Dressing is a fresh take on traditional broccoli salad. Have you ever had broccoli salad? It’s a popular salad for picnics and summer barbecues. The traditional dressing typically includes mayonnaise and sugar. In addition to broccoli, you might find raisins, bacon, sunflower seeds and cheddar cheese tossed…
Healthy Meal Plan ( April 8 – April 14)
This healthy meal plan is flexible and includes calorie, carb and weight watcher Freestyle points for easy reference. This week’s meal plan focuses on light, low calorie, Weight Watcher-friendly meals to stay on track eating healthy throughout this season. I’ve put together a weekly meal plan to help you get healthy and delicious meals on…
Asian Salmon Arugula Napa Cabbage Mango Salad with Candied Walnuts Recipe
This Asian Salmon Arugula Napa Cabbage Mango Salad with Candied Walnuts is deliciously light yet perfect as a main course salad. 371 calories/serving; 8 Freestyle points/serving. Although I do love to cook, there are definitely days when I want a break from cooking. Typically, I cook throughout the week and then we either go out…
Japanese Carrot Ginger Salad Dressing Recipe
Japanese Carrot Ginger Salad Dressing is a healthy and delicious recipe similar to what you find in many Japanese restaurants. I went to my first Japanese restaurant when I was a graduate student in New York City. I fondly remember the simple green salad served with this sweet and tangy carrot ginger salad dressing. I’ve…
Healthy Meal Plan ( April 1 – April 7)
This healthy meal plan is flexible and includes calorie, carb and weight watcher Freestyle points for easy reference. This week’s meal plan focuses on light, low calorie, Weight Watcher-friendly meals to stay on track eating healthy throughout this season. I’ve put together a weekly meal plan to help you get healthy and delicious meals on…
Chopped Greek Salad
Chopped Greek Salad is a beautiful salad that will impress guests at your next party or large gathering. I made this salad for a large party recently, and everyone commented on how pretty it was. Chopped salads are great for entertaining because they are easy to eat (no large pieces of lettuce to cut). We’ve been…
Slow Roasted Salmon Citrus Salad
Slow Roasted Salmon Citrus Salad is a delicious, healthy main course salad that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner throughout the week. I’ve been having this salmon salad for dinner at least two times a week the last couple of weeks. Most of the ingredients can be prepped ahead of time, so all you…
Roasted Beets
Roasted Beets are simple to prepare and delicious in salads. I first became obsessed with roasted beets about nine years ago when I ordered the most amazing beet salad at a local restaurant (Farmer’s Table) that used home grown vegetables. It was right around the time when farm-to-table restaurants started to pop up everywhere. The…
Slow Roasted Citrus Salmon
Slow Roasted Citrus Salmon is delicious, healthy and easy to make. Serve it for dinner with sauteed vegetables, or on top of a salad for a light, nutritious meal. I love salmon, but I don’t like it when it’s overcooked. So, I’ve found slow roasting salmon at a low temperature makes overcooking salmon almost impossible….
Healthy Meal Plan ( March 18 – March 24)
This healthy meal plan is flexible and includes calorie, carb and weight watcher Freestyle points for easy reference. This week’s meal plan focuses on light, low calorie, Weight Watcher-friendly meals to stay on track eating healthy throughout this season. I’ve put together a weekly meal plan to help you get healthy and delicious meals on…
Stir-Fry Velveted Chicken and Vegetables
Stir-Fry Velveted Chicken and Vegetables highlights a special Chinese cooking technique called water velveting. Water velveting is a Chinese cooking method that results in the most tender chicken breast. It’s a healthy way of cooking boneless chicken breast, and a great way to ensure your chicken won’t be dry. I’ve used this cooking method with…
Healthy Meal Plan ( March 11 – March 17)
This healthy meal plan is flexible and includes calorie, carb and weight watcher Freestyle points for easy reference. This week’s meal plan focuses on light, low calorie, Weight Watcher-friendly meals to stay on track eating healthy this winter. I’ve put together a weekly meal plan to help you get healthy and delicious meals on the…
Turkey Carrot Mushroom Dumplings
Turkey Carrot Mushroom Dumplings are delicious, healthy and make a great appetizer or meal. I’ve been making these dumplings for a friend who is going through cancer treatment. These are lighter and healthier than most store-bought or restaurant dumplings, and also meet the needs of a low fiber diet and low residue diet. I haven’t…
Salmon Roasted Beet Feta Salad with Dill Salad Dressing Recipe {Daniel Plan Recipe}
This Salmon Roasted Beet Feta Salad with Dill Salad Dressing is delicious, healthy and makes a complete meal. 347 calories/serving; 7 Freestyle points/serving. This past week, we covered the last of the five essentials of The Daniel Plan – Friends, the “secret sauce” of The Daniel Plan. Our special speaker made an observation that everyone is lonely in certain…
Healthy Meal Plan ( March 4 – March 10)
This healthy meal plan is flexible and includes calorie, carb and weight watcher Freestyle points for easy reference. This week’s meal plan focuses on light, low calorie, Weight Watcher-friendly meals to stay on track eating healthy this winter. I’ve put together a weekly meal plan to help you get healthy and delicious meals on the…
Stir-Fry Ground Chicken and Green Beans Recipe
Stir-Fry Ground Chicken and Green Beans is a simple, healthy and delicious dish that can be made in less than 30 minutes.The humblest and easiest dishes often provide the same satisfaction as more complicated recipes. This simple stir-fry dish is a perfect example. I made stir-fry ground chicken and green beans for a friend who…
Chicken Saffron Rice Pilaf
Chicken Saffron Rice Pilaf is a simple, comforting dish. I’ve been making this cozy chicken rice dish for a friend who is battling cancer. Both she and husband raved about it the first time I made it. I think there’s just something about chicken and rice that feels like a big hug when you eat…
Healthy Meal Plan ( February 18 – February 24)
This healthy meal plan is flexible and includes calorie, carb and weight watcher Freestyle points for easy reference. This week’s meal plan focuses on light, low calorie, Weight Watcher-friendly meals to stay on track eating healthy this winter. I’ve put together a weekly meal plan to help you get healthy and delicious meals on the…
Healthy Valentines Day Recipes
There’s no better way to show your loved ones how much you care than cooking some of these Healthy Valentines Day Recipes for them. Food memories last forever. Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show your loved ones how much you care for them by cooking something special that’s also on the healthier…