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Looking for an inexpensive and easy meal? Try this recipe for Quick and Easy Ramen. Ramen was traditionally a Japanese take on a Chinese noodle. Although it’s still served in restaurants today, in America you’re more likely to recognize it as the packaged noodles on store shelves. The main concerns for packaged Ramen Noodles are […]
There’s no doubt about it, this school year isn’t exactly what many of us imagined it would be. Even so, you’ll be glad to hear that within this challenging time there are many opportunities for growth and wellness—not just for us as parents and caregivers, but for our children too! Nutrition is one pillar […]
Looking to add sweetness to your meals but keep them loaded with veggies? Root vegetables, such as beets and sweet potatoes, add natural sweetness to any dish! In addition to sweetness, beets are a great opportunity to hit that often missed purple food group and may help control blood pressure. Sweet potatoes are an excellent […]
Get creative with ease this summer by making your own fajita-style fish tacos. This recipe is simple, yet provides lots of flavor and color from a mix of spices and fresh veggies like bell peppers, tomatoes, and cabbage! Pan-frying fish adds flavor and is a great alternative to deep frying without creating a mess in […]
Do you feel like you end up eating the same things for breakfast? Or maybe you need something that packs more of a nutritional punch? Look no further than this veggie-filled oatmeal bake! It’s a savory twist on a breakfast staple that provides rich flavor, a full serving of veggies, and makes enough to feed […]
Chickpeas contain “sitosterol” which is a structure similar to cholesterol that interferes with the body’s absorption of cholesterol. This helps to lower blood cholesterol levels. Additionally, the fiber and unsaturated fats may favorably affect blood lipid levels; therefore, a triple threat in heart protection! https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/food-features/chickpeas-garbanzo-beans/ Moroccan Spiced Chickpeas Serves 4-6 Ingredients ¼ yellow […]
This salad is a blend of roasted sweet potatoes, southwestern flavor and plant based protein to make a colorful and filling meal that is easy to prep. Whether it’s for a hearty family dinner, or for multiple lunches throughout your week – it’s a yummy twist to your standard salad. Adding in warm ingredients to […]
We’re in a time where a recipe based on pantry staples just might make the difference between ordering take out and having a healthy, balanced meal in minutes. A few pantry items rounded out with fresh produce (use what you’ve got!) means this dish delivers a satisfying mix of protein, carbohydrates and veggies all-in-one-skillet. Quick, […]
What better way to eat vegetables, than in a VegetaBOWL? You may have heard of “Buddha bowls”, which are based with grains, such as quinoa and rice. Although these are a great way to add whole grain servings to your day, our twist with the “Vegetabowl” uses riced vegetables as the base. We encourage […]
Sometimes, you might just want an easy plan to follow. We created these meals ideas with only 5 main ingredients in each, as an easy way for you to cook new dinners at home. Deconstructed Shepherd’s Pie Blackened Salmon & Grain Bowl Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken & Veggies Burrito Bowl Egg Roll in a […]