Roasted Asparagus and Spinach Salad with Avocado
INGREDIENTS 8 oz. asparagus, trimmed of any thick, woody sections 1/2 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 8 oz. washed, dried, trimmed baby spinach ¾ cup cherry tomatoes, cut into halves or quarters ½ cup diced red onion 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil 1 avocado 1/3-to-1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette, or dressing of your […]
Beet Salad with Goat Cheese
INGREDIENTS 3 cups roughly chopped baby greens or spring mix 4 medium beets, scrubbed, trimmed and cut in half 1/2 cup blueberries 1/3 cup chopped walnuts 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese 3 tablespoons maple syrup, or to taste 1/2 cup frozen orange juice concentrate 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil Salt and […]
Seared salmon with mango-pineapple salsa and grilled romaine
Seared salmon 4 oz. salmon filet <1/8 tsp. kosher salt In a saute pan, heat the olive oil. Season the fish with salt and pepper. Sear the fish skin-side up until it becomes golden in color, turn over and cook the skin until crisp and the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F. Serve hot. Mango-pineapple […]
Healthy Green Smoothies
This smoothie formula provides protein, calcium, vitamin D, healthy fats including Omega-3, plus other nutrients essential for muscle and bone health. 1/2 cup of liquid Low-fat milk, water (plain or coconut), or calcium- and vitamin D-fortified non-dairy milks, including almond, rice or soy 1 cup of frozen bananas For a natural sweet base 1/2 cup […]
A Brain-Boosting Kale & Blueberry Salad
INGREDIENTS Salad: 3 bunches kale, stemmed and chopped 1 cup fresh blueberries 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds 2 medium carrots, peeled and shredded 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds, toasted 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted 1 Tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves 1/2 cup Soy-Sesame Vinaigrette (see recipe below) Salt and freshly ground black pepper Soy-Sesame Vinaigrette: 2 Tbsp […]
Shake up your nutrition for better breathing
Dealing with the symptoms of COPD and the medical treatments used to manage the condition can make eating more challenging. Choose nourishing and easy-to-prepare foods and drinks to help you stay on top of your nutrition as well as your COPD. Enjoy these refreshing high-calorie recipes to promote weight gain, which can be important for […]
Sage Stuffing
Now you can prepare a stuffing that’s both healthy and delicious. With whole grain bread, omega-3 rich walnuts and vitamin C-loaded cranberries, this dish packs a healthy punch to any holiday meal. INGREDIENTS 30 slices (1-ounce each) day-old whole-grain bread, crusts removed, cut into small cubes 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 […]
Winter Jeweled Fruit Salad
INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (about 1 pomegranate) 1/2 cup julienne-cut peeled jicama 1/3 cup sliced seeded kumquats (about 6 medium) 2 medium ripe mangoes, peeled and cut into thin slices 2 tangerines or clementines, peeled and sectioned 2 blood oranges, peeled and sectioned 1 pear, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons […]
Fighting Back with Food
Breast cancers are attributed to being overweight and obesity Cancer-fighting foods Broccoli Canola oil Cauliflower Citrus fruit Fish, high in omega-3 fatty acids Flaxseed oil Low-fat yogurt Salmon/tuna Tomatoes Walnuts Whole grains/beans Foods to avoid Butter Cheeses made with whole milk Fatty meats Fried foods Lard Palm and/or coconut oil Processed foods Shortening Whole milk […]
Heart-Healthy Wok-Seared Chicken Tenders with Asparagus & Pistachios
Ingredients 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 1 1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 pound chicken tenders, cut into bite-size pieces 4 scallions, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger 1 tablespoon oyster-flavored sauce 1 teaspoon chile-garlic sauce* 1/4 cup shelled salted pistachios, coarsely chopped Directions […]
