Going out for dinner often means getting a high fat meal.  I love the flavors of Mexican cooking , and wanted to make something a little healthier.   Ground turkey can be dull without good seasoning.  This recipe was inspired by my love of Mexican cooking while wanting something that was healthy, quick, and easy.  I [...]

My wife and I love Wendy’s Mandarin Salad. She is diabetic so I had to come up with some thing she could eat. This tastes as good as original with out all the sugar. It’s great.
1/2 cup sugar-free apricot jam
8 tablespoons white distilled vinegar
4 tablespoons pineapple juice
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons [...]

This is a light and refreshing fruit salad.  Fresh oranges, canned pineapple, and coconut can be put together quickly and made ahead of time.
5 large navel oranges, peeled, sectioned, and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (6 oz.) pineapple bits
1 C. flaked coconut
1/4 C. powdered sugar
In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients.  Mix well.  Cover and [...]

You can put together a hearty and healthy meal quickly with garlic, Roma tomatoes, Artichokes, and more in no time.
4 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves fresh garlic finely diced
1 cup finely diced Roma tomatoes
1/2 cup finely diced black olives
1/4 cup capers
1 small jar of Artichoke hearts, halved
1 package angel hair pasta
Sauté garlic in olive oil until [...]

Are you ever looking for something that is light, healthy, and filling?  This is a variation of a recipe i got from wai lana yoga.  Wanted to add a little more spice to mine.
2 medium yams
1 Tbsp. butter
1/2 Tbsp. fresh thyme, chopped
2 Tbsp. fresh chives, chopped
1/4 tsp. salt, or to taste
Pinch of freshly ground black [...]

If you like and have the time, make the dressing in the morning. The longer it sits, the better it is. Wash your spinach ahead of time. Makes for easy preparation later. You can also do the grilling early. That way, all you have to do is mix it all before serving.
 
1 Bag of baby [...]

I’m not crazy about canned vegetables, but this rocks! Sweet and crunchy, you should give it a try.
1 can Shoe peg corn (I use 2) 1 can French style green beans 1 can LeSeur peas 1 cup finely chopped red onion [...]

This is a light and wonderful dish if you are watching what you are eating.  This is full of vegetables, and not overly heavy.  Fresh carrots, mushrooms, and broccoli help make for a healthy dinner.
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
3/4 cup julienne-cut carrots (1/8-by-1/8-by-11/2-inch)
5 cups (12 ounces) broccoli florets, cut into 1-inch [...]

This really is an easy recipe to make.  Fat-free sour cream makes this taste rich.  Serve with green beans, sliced French bread, and a lemon tart for dessert, if desired. Refrigerate any leftovers immediately.
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
Nonstick cooking spray
1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp. dried basil leaves
1/4 tsp. onion [...]

This versatile dip can be eaten with crackers, or in a sandwich.  You can make this at home for much less than what it costs in the store.
1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/2 C. plain yogurt
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 tsp. minced garlic
2 tsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1 Tbsp. tahini
Mix [...]

Tangy twist to the old fashion spinach salad. If you like and have the time, make the dressing in the morning. The longer it sits, the better it is. Wash your spinach ahead of time. Makes for easy preparation later. You can also do the grilling early. That way, all you have to do is mix it all before serving.