Ingredients Salad 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped 1 cup corn kernels (freshly cooked, frozen and thawed, or canned and drained) 1 (15oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 red bell pepper, diced 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Optional additions Grilled chicken or shrimp 1/2 cup diced avocado 1/4 […]
Tuscan Sausage and Vegetable Stew Recipe
Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or spicy, casings removed if needed) 1 medium onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 2 celery stalks, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat) 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes 4 cups chicken or […]
No Bean Chili Recipe
Yields: 6-8 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30-45 minutes (longer simmering develops more flavor) Ingredients Base 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 pounds ground beef (or your choice of ground meat – turkey works well too) 1 large yellow or white onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 4-6 cloves garlic, minced Seasonings 4 […]
Mediterranean Smothered Chicken Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30-35 minutes Ingredients For the chicken 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to an even thickness) 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon olive oil For the sauce and vegetables 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves […]
Roasted Poblano Salsa Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
Ingredients For the Roasted Poblano Salsa 3-4 large poblano peppers 1/2 medium onion, chopped 2-3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained 1/2 cup chicken broth 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/4 teaspoon chili powder Salt and pepper to taste For the Chicken Filling 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie […]
Mediterranean Tuna Salad Recipe
Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Chill Time: At least 30 minutes (recommended) Ingredients Tuna 2 (5-ounce) cans of tuna in olive oil, drained (or water-packed tuna with an extra drizzle of olive oil) Veggies ½ cup chopped cucumber (seeded for less moisture) ½ cup chopped red onion ½ cup chopped red bell pepper […]
Buffalo Chicken Cobb Salad Recipe
Ingredients For the Buffalo Chicken 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (Frank’s RedHot is classic) 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and black pepper to taste For the Salad 6-8 cups chopped romaine lettuce 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup chopped cucumber 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese 1/2 […]
Shrimp and Chorizo Nachos Recipe
Ingredients Tortilla Chips A large bag of sturdy tortilla chips (corn or a blend) Protein 1/2 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined 4-5 oz Mexican chorizo (casing removed) Cheese 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Optional Toppings 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup canned corn, drained […]
Apple Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Recipe
Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 medium apple: (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well for a sweet and tart balance) 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon dried sage 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Salt and black pepper to […]
Summer Rolls with Spicy Peanut Sauce Recipe
Ingredients For the Summer Rolls 8-10 rice paper wrappers 1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, and sliced lengthwise (or substitute with protein of choice) 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce or leafy greens of your choice 1 cucumber, thinly sliced into matchsticks 1 carrot, thinly sliced into matchsticks 1/2 avocado, thinly sliced Handful of fresh herbs […]