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nutty yogurt recipe

Nutty Yogurt

Discover a deliciously wholesome treat with our Nutty Yogurt recipe! This easy-to-make dish combines creamy yogurt with a crunchy mix of nuts and seeds, adding both texture and nutrition. Perfect as a quick breakfast, satisfying snack, or healthy dessert, this recipe is customizable with your favorite nuts and fruits. Enjoy a nutrient-packed boost that’s both satisfying and flavorful! INGREDIENTS 6 ounces low fat plain Greek yogurt 7 walnut halves, chopped 3 tablespoons wheat germ DIRECTIONS In a serving bowl, mix the yogurt, walnuts, and wheat germ WHY WE LOVE THIS RECIPE Need a great reason to jump out of bed in the morning? Look forward to eating Nutty Yogurt. This super simple combo of three excellent ingredients is an ideal meal or snack to help you find and stay at your most healthful weight. The Greek yogurt is loaded with protein, has healthy probiotic bacteria for good digestion, and it’s a great source of calcium. The walnuts pack on the heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids as well the antioxidant power of vitamin E. The wheat germ is the added bonus: it is basically a powerhouse of the grain family, delivering a concentrated dose of many essentials nutrients including folate, vitamin E and the B vitamins. This perfect combo will keep you feeling satisfied and nourished, providing a medley of vitamins and minerals. Pass the spoon!

roast pork tenderloin recipe

Roasted Pork Tenderloin

INGREDIENTS 16 ounces pork tenderloin 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 garlic cloves, chopped sprinkle sea salt sprinkle freshly ground black pepper DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 425 F. Season the pork with salt and pepper to taste. Mix the mustard and garlic together and rub all over the tenderloin. Heat a large nonstick ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork and sear until all sides are brown, turning occasionally, about 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer the pan to the oven and roast until cooked through, about 15 minutes. Let the pork rest for 10 minutes. WHY WE LOVE THIS RECIPE A serving of pork contains 50 percent of the daily iron your body needs in an easily-absorbed form. Served at a special dinner alongside roasted root vegetables, mashed sweet potatoes, and other delicious sides, it’s a total winner.

salsa chili recipe

Salsa Chili

Fresh fish topped with mango-avocado salsa. Yum.

pizzette recipe healthy

Mini Pizzas

INGREDIENTS 2 rice crackers 2 tablespoons marinara sauce 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese DIRECTIONS Top fiber crackers with 1 tablespoon marinara sauce on each. Sprinkle with cheese. Microwave for 15 seconds. WHY WE LOVE THIS RECIPE There is nothing like a delicious snack that gives you all of the pizza flavors you crave! These are so easy to make, and both kids and grown ups absolutely love them. You won’t even realize you’re getting a nutritious, fiber-filled snack! The fiber crackers add a filling element to the pizzettes, while the marinara sauce has vitamin A which keeps your peepers healthy and immune system ready to attack foreign invaders. The little sprinkle of parmesan cheese adds a little calcium and flavor, which perfectly balances the tang and crunch making it a perfect snack!

broccoli rabe quesadilla recipe

Vegetarian Quesadilla with Broccoli Rabe

Hello, easy Meatless Monday meal. This crowd-pleasing Vegetarian Quesadilla is beyond easy to make and hides a healthy secret folded up in its tortilla: it’s got more plant-based ingredients like nutrient-dense vegetables and legumes in it than cheese. Alright, it’s not exactly traditional, but it is delicious. INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup broccoli rabe 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 whole grain wheat tortilla 1/4 cup corn 1/4 cup black beans 1/4 cup cheddar cheese 2 tablespoons onion, chopped DIRECTIONS Chop broccoli rabe into bite sized pieces. Heat olive oil in a medium sized pan over medium/low heat. Place tortilla in pan, layer broccoli rabe, corn, black beans, onion, and cheddar cheese on one side. Fold other half and cook, flipping halfway until both sides are light golden brown and cheese is melted. WHY WE LOVE THIS RECIPE Who doesn’t love a cheesy quesadilla? This one layers nutrient-dense broccoli rabe (fiber! vitamins!) into the protein-packed cheese and black beans—and holds it all together with a tortilla made with whole grains instead of white flour.

raw brownie batter recipe

Raw Brownie Batter

Vegan, gluten-free chocolate gooey bliss. You’re welcome.

Chocolate Cherry Smoothie

Chocolate Cherry Smoothie

This creamy smoothie tastes like a chocolate cherry dessert but is filled with antioxidants, protein, fiber, and healthy fats instead of white flour and white sugar. Enough said. INGREDIENTS 1 cup milk or milk alternative 1 cup frozen cherries 1/4 avocado, frozen 1 tablespoon almond or peanut butter 1 cup baby spinach 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 scoop chocolate protein powder List Item DIRECTIONS Add all ingredients to a blender. Blend until smooth, and enjoy! WHY WE LOVE THIS RECIPE Sweet cherries are an all-time favorite summer snack, but there are a few ways to make sure you can enjoy them year-round. Our favorite is by freezing them and then throwing them into smoothies. Their health benefits are seriously impressive. They’re packed with antioxidants that protect your body against free radicals, and eating them has been associated with decreasing inflammation. They’re also a great source of dietary fiber (which most Americans don’t get enough of!), vitamin C, and potassium. Pair this with a smoothie combo of greens, avocado, almond butter, and cacao, and you’re sipping on a nutrient packed, energizing, satiating, and seriously delicious breakfast.

Greek Lamb Meatballs

Greek Lamb Meatballs

Meatballs are such a great comfort food and if you make ‘em yourself, they can actually be healthy! Our founder Keri Glassman has been making these babies for her whole family and can confirm that these do not disappoint. “They add variety to our daily dishes, and lamb is high in conjugated linoleic acid, which is associated with fat loss.” INGREDIENTS 1 ½ pounds ground lamb ½ medium red onion, finely chopped ⅓ cup oats 1 egg 1 tablespoon garlic powder 4 ounces feta, crumbled Salt and pepper to taste DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Finely grate ½ white onion. Together in a large mixing bowl mix ground lamb, onion, oats, egg, garlic powder, and feta. Season with salt and pepper. Use your hands to roll out 30-32 meatballs. In a pan over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and sear meatballs for 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a lined baking sheet, evenly spacing meatballs as not to touch. Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until completely cooked through. WHY WE LOVE THIS RECIPE This recipe features lamb instead of beef and oats instead of breadcrumbs for a hearty, healthy dinner the entire fam is sure to love. Throw in one of these healthy pastas, and you may just have a new classic on your hands. (Photos: Shutterstock)

Dairy-Free Ice Cream Sandwiches

Dairy-Free Ice Cream Sandwiches

Recipe courtesy of Nutritious Life Studio student Beth McLaughlin, APRN-CNP. INGREDIENTS 20 graham cracker squares 1 1/2 cup dairy free yogurt, plain 1 1/2 cup coconut milk whipped cream 1 1/2 cup fresh fruit, blueberries, strawberries or pineapple, diced 1-2 teaspoon vanila extract DIRECTIONS Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Line up the graham cracker squares. In a bowl, mix the yogurt, fresh fruit, whipped cream and vanilla. Top 10 of the graham cracker squares with this mixture, then place the other half on top to make a sandwich. Quickly place into the freezer for 1-2 hours, then sit at room temp for a few minutes before eating. Optional: Wrap them individually in parchment paper for quick snacks.

Peanut Butter Chocolate Balls

Peanut Butter Chocolate Balls

INGREDIENTS 1 scoop Life’s Abundance Chocolate Protein Powder 1/2 cup almond flour 1/4 cup natural peanut butter (1 cup set aside) 1/4 cup honey 2 tablespoons dairy-free mini chocolate chips water (as needed) DIRECTIONS Combine chocolate protein, almond flour, peanut butter, honey, and chocolate chips. Add water slowly as needed and mix until dough becomes desired consistency. Roll dough into balls, place on tray and put in freezer for 1 hour. Microwave the peanut butter that was set aside immediately prior to taking balls out of freezer. Using gloves, roll balls in peanut butter, covering generously. Place back in freezer for 1 hour.

Fresh Summer Salad

Fresh Summer Salad

Looking for a quick and delish salad recipe that you can whip in under 5 minutes? You’re in for a healthy, refreshing treat! For starters, this simple summer salad recipe combines ingredients jam packed with water—cucumbers, lettuce and tomatoes boast between 93-96% of water content. We also know tomatoes contain lycopene and studies have linked it with protection against oxidative damage. Cucumber and Romaine lettuce, on the other hand, are good sources of fiber and vitamin A. That’s just the tip of the iceberg! YUM! INGREDIENTS 3 cups Romaine hearts, chopped 1 cup baby cucumbers, sliced 1 cup red beefsteak tomato, cubed 1 cup yellow heirloom tomato, cubed 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 1 tablespoon fresh dill 1 pinch salt 1 dash pepper DIRECTIONS Add all in ingredients to bowl and toss with olive oil and red wine vinegar (approximately ⅓ cup olive oil and ⅛ cup red wine vinegar) This vibrant summer salad recipe is packed with water, fiber and antioxidants. It’s perfect to keep you feeling fresh and light this summer!

Cottage Cheese Omelet

Cottage Cheese Omelet

INGREDIENTS 1 olive oil cooking spray 1/3 cup shitake mushrooms, sliced 3 eggs, whisked 1/3 cup Good Culture cottage cheese 1 pinch salt 1 pinch pepper DIRECTIONS Spray cooking oil to preheated nonstick pan. Sautée shiitake mushrooms then add whisked eggs.. Add cottage cheese, salt and pepper. Cook on low heat until eggs are set. Transfer omelette to serving plate, serve with toast.

Creamy Banana Mango Smoothie

Creamy Banana Mango Smoothie

This recipe was created in partnership with OmniActive Health Technologies for its “Lutein for Every Age” initiative. INGREDIENTS 1 cup coconut water 1 cup baby spinach ¼ cup kale 1 banana 1/2 cup frozen mango ⅓ avocado 1/2 cup plain yogurt DIRECTIONS Add all ingredients to blender. Blend until smooth. Pour into glass and enjoy! WHY WE LOVE THIS RECIPE Simply put, this will be your kids’ new go-to favorite. The taste and texture combo of creamy and sweet will make your kids come back for more and you’ll happily provide. The combo of eye supporting nutrients like lutein from spinach, kale and mango along with healthy fat from avocado and protein from yogurt will make you smile too.

Delicious Tofu Recipe

A Delicious Tofu Recipe for Tofu Skeptics

(Image: Unsplash) Are you one of those people who has just never been a big fan of tofu? If so, you are definitely not alone. Tofu can make even the bravest of us, a little squeamish and is often an acquired taste and texture. But it doesn’t mean you can’t discover a delicious way to not only enjoy it and perhaps even add it into your weeknight dinner rotation. Yes, tofu may not be the sexiest ingredient around, but let’s give this plant based protein a chance. At the very least, it’s an excellent and versatile source of protein, vitamins and minerals. This tofu recipe may just be the game changer on your tofu perspective, forever. By combining organic firm tofu with a savory peanut sauce and a refreshing side of sugar snap peas and raw cucumbers, this recipe will take your taste buds on a delightful journey. If you’ve never cooked tofu before, do not fret. It’s easier than you think. The key to delicious tofu? Simple. Press the tofu to remove any excess liquid before cooking, which helps it absorb flavors better. You’ll want to remove excess liquid and then marinate the tofu for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Finally, you sauté, bake, or grill it to your liking. See? Told it was simple. Next time you’re in the mood to shake things up in the kitchen, give this delicious tofu recipe a try. It’s easy to make, packed with flavors, and offers a fantastic way to introduce tofu into your culinary repertoire. So, take a leap of faith and indulge in this delightful tofu adventure—you won’t regret it. RELATED: 7 Easy Plant-Based Dinners The Whole Family Will Love INGREDIENTS 14 ounces organic firm tofu (always go organic when it comes to soy) 1 tablespoon coconut aminos 6 ounces packaged peanut sauce (or make your own with peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, etc.) 1 cup sugar snap peas 1 teaspoon sesame seeds DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Drain the water from the organic firm tofu. To do this, slice the tofu into your desired shape and thickness, and then place the slices on a paper towel. Gently press the tofu with another paper towel to remove excess moisture. Repeat a few times to remove excess water. This step is crucial to achieving a firm and crispy texture. Transfer the pressed tofu slices into a bowl and pour coconut aminos and peanut sauce. While your oven is preheating to 350°F (175°C), prepare side dish. Saute washed sugar snap peas and top them off with a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Once the tofu has absorbed the marinade, place the slices on a baking pan lined with parchment paper. Bake the tofu in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes. Keep an eye on it to ensure it turns golden brown on the outside. Once your tofu is perfectly baked, it’s time to plate up this mouthwatering creation. Arrange the tofu slices alongside the sugar snap peas and some freshly sliced raw cucumbers. Tofu Recipes For Every Meal From the recipe above to scrambles for breakfast to crispy tofu salads for lunch, there are countless ways to enjoy tofu. Need some inspo? Here are a few of our favorite tofu recipes: Simple Baked Tofu Veggie and Tofu Pasta Chopped Salad with Tofu and Soy Nuts

Balsamic Chicken

Easy Balsamic Chicken

Extra-virgin olive oil, lemon, and oregano add just enough flavor to take the lean, white meat into more flavorful territory.