How To Create Healthy and Delicious Meals
This pie is simple to make, yet it tastes delicious. If you are looking for a light, chilled, refreshing dessert you can whip up in a few minutes then this is the dish for you. Ingredients: 1 shortbread pie crust 1 can strawberry pie filling …
Salmon is my favorite type of fish, and this glaze was fantastic! The mixture of key lime juice with the sweetness of honey and a little spice from the topping makes for a delicious entrée. Ingredients: 1-2 pound salmon filet with skin on ¼ cup …
This light and fluffy fruit salad could count as a dessert it is so delicious. The mixture of crushed pineapple, mandarin oranges, and banana with vanilla Greek yogurt and a little cool whip topping is a delight. This takes minutes to mix together and is sure to be a hit.
Ingredients:
1 20 ounce can crushed pineapple drained
1 15 ounce can mandarin oranges drained
3 cups nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt
5 ounces cool whip topping
2 bananas sliced
1 1 ounce package vanilla pudding
1 –In a large mixing bowl, combine the pudding mix and the pineapple, mixing until well blended.
2 –Add the yogurt, mixing well.
3 –Fold the cool whip topping into the mixture.
4 –Fold in the oranges and bananas.
5 –Refrigerate until ready to serve.
6- Enjoy!
It is amazing how zucchini absolutely disappears in these muffins! If you need an energy boost first thing in the morning then these muffins are perfect for you. I used dark chocolate cocoa powder, dark chocolate covered espresso beans, espresso chips, and a chocolate protein …
These muffins are a little dense with all the banana, coconut, and coconut flour, but they taste amazing. These taste like banana bread with a hint of the tropics. If you want a fluffier muffin you can substitute the coconut flour for all-purpose flour. …
During soccer season I am always looking for dinners I can prep in advance and quickly throw in the oven. This casserole used lime tortilla chips, lean ground beef, a poblano, a bell pepper, and plain nonfat Greek yogurt, and a salsa enhanced with a shredded zucchini. Then I topped this off with shredded Monterey jack and shredded cheddar cheese.
Ingredients:
1 pound lean ground beef
1 poblano pepper diced
1 bell pepper diced
1 zucchini shredded
16 ounces salsa
1 ½-2 cups plain nonfat Greek yogurt
Lime tortilla chips to cover 7×11 pan on the base and top
2-3 cups shredded cheese (Mexican blend, Monterrey jack, cheddar)
2 tablespoons adobo or taco seasoning
Directions:
My 10 year old has been asking for cake pops, so I decided to try a recipe I saw online. These are easy to make and will probably disappear into boy tummies before I finish posting this recipe. Ingredients: 1 13.5 ounce package frosted sugar …
I had leftover cream cheese after making cake pops for my kids and a delayed spring was making me crave summer. Therefore, key lime truffles seemed like a perfect treat to brighten the day. I used a sleeve of shortbread cookies because it needed to …
I normally prefer sweet and fruity muffins, but today I was craving something savory. I have made this as a loaf before, but for convenience I decided to try this recipe as muffins. Muffins cook quicker and are easier to ensure an even bake throughout. These taste wonderful in the morning or when paired with a meal. I enjoyed a muffin with grilled steak and roasted sweet potato.
Ingredients:
1 zucchini grated
2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup low fat buttermilk (I used 4 tablespoons powdered buttermilk and 1 cup water)
1 large egg
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup chopped chives
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Directions:
These are a light and tasty treat any time of year. I made these for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration this year to bring a little taste of spring while enjoying a slightly “green” dessert. Ingredients: Cookies- 2 cups all-purpose flour ½ cup graham cracker …