Ingredients 2 large cucumbers2 cups plain yogurt, low-fat1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon fresh dill1 garlic clove, chopped1 cup cherry tomatoes1 cup broccoli florets1 cup baby carrots Instructions Peel, seed, and grate one cucumber. Slice other cucumber and set aside. Mix grated cucumber, yogurt, lemon juice, dill, and garlic in serving bowl. Chill for 1 hour. […]
Starters
Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
Ingredients ½ cup light whipped cream cheese4 (8-inch) whole-wheat flour tortillas1 large carrot, shredded (about 1 cup)½ cup pre-shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese6 ounces thinly sliced reduced-sodium deli hamHoney mustard, barbecue sauce, or hummus for dipping Instructions Spread cream cheese evenly over each tortilla and layer each with carrots, cheese and ham. Roll up tightly and […]
Cheesy Spinach Bites
Ingredients 2 (10-ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed2 cups herb-seasoned stuffing mix (like Pepperidge Farm made with white and whole wheat bread)½ cup grated parmesan cheese½ cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese5 large eggs, beaten¼ cup ground flaxseed¼ cup extra virgin olive oil¼ cup butter, melted½ teaspoon onion powder¼ to ½ teaspoon dried thymepinch of black pepper […]
Layered Bean Dip
Ingredients 1 (16-ounce) can fat free refried beans1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream1 cup salsa1 cup shredded reduced fat Mexican blend cheese Instructions Preheat oven to 375°F. Combine beans; spread in an 8-inch square baking dish. Spread sour cream over beans; then, top with salsa and cheese. Cover, and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes. Uncover, and […]
Mini Burgers
Ingredients 1 pound super lean ground beef (4-6% fat)1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 package whole grain rolls Instructions Combine first 4 ingredients. Shape mixture by tablespoonfuls into patties and place on a rack in a broiler pan. Bake at 350ºF for 15 to 17 minutes or until desired degree of […]
French Onion Soup
Ingredients 2 teaspoon olive oil4 large yellow onions, halved and thinly sliced2 carrots, grated1 tablespoon sugar¼ cup brandy2 tablespoons flour3 cups reduced sodium beef broth, or vegetable broth2 tablespoons no salt added tomato paste1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 teaspoon dried thyme½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper¼ teaspoon salt8 slices diagonally cut French bread1 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese […]
Vegetable Soup with Pasta and Greens
Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil1 large onion, finely chopped4 carrots, halved lengthwise and cut into ¼ inch slices2 zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into ¼ inch slices1 red pepper, diced1 14.5-ounce can no salt added stewed tomatoes, chopped with their juices2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth½ cup chopped fresh basil½ teaspoon salt4 cups fresh spinach leaves, shredded (or […]