Download High Protein Breakfast Options Savory Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl Ingredients: 3 cups fat free cottage cheese ½ cup chopped pistachios 4 tbsp. minced chives…
Sauces, Rubs and Marinades
Everything Crusted Tofu Cobb Salad
Ingredients: 1/3 cup miso (can sub tahini or soy sauce) 4 TBSP Red wine vinegar 1 TBSP olive oil ¼ cup corn starch 3 TBSP…
Sheet Pan Shrimp and Broccolini
Ingredients 1 pound extra large peeled and deveined, tail off shrimp (28) 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 3 garlic cloves, minced ¼ tsp kosher…
Cajun Stuffed Chicken
Ingredients 4, 3oz chicken breast, raw 1 cup, yellow onion, chopped 1/2 medium red bell pepper, chopped 1/2 medium green bell peppers, chopped ½ tsp…
Creole Style Green Beans
Ingredients 1 package 16 ounces frozen cut green beans (use fresh if you have them) 5 pieces of bacon cooked, diced (optional) 1 medium onion…
New Orleans Gumbo
Ingredients 2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes, un-drained (low-sodium and fire roasted) 1 small can of tomato paste ½ Cup of Low-Fat / Low-Sodium Vegetable…
Cranberry Relish
Ingredients: 1 cup bulk sugar substitute (recommend Splenda) 1 cup water 12 ounces cranberries, fresh or frozen 1 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest Directions: Combine…
Crockpot Turkey Breast
Ingredients: 1 (5-6 pound) bone-in turkey breast, completely thawed 5 stalks celery, cut into thirds 12 baby carrots 2 yellow onions, cut into large chunks…
Bread-Free Stuffing Balls
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1, 8oz package cremini mushrooms, sliced 3 large garlic cloves, minced 2 cups stemmed kale leaves 1/2 cup gluten-free…
Holiday Kale Salad
Ingredients: For pecan parmesan: 1/3 cup pecans 1 teaspoons olive oil ½ Tablespoon nutritional yeast flakes 1/8 teaspoon salt For dressing: 3 Tablespoon apple cider…
Margaret’s Favorite Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons butter 1 cup chopped onion (1 medium onion) 4 garlic cloves, minced 4 cups thinly sliced Brussels sprouts (about 1.5 lbs) ½…
Mashed Butternut Squash
Ingredients: 3 pounds butternut squash, halved and seeded 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 medium yellow onions, diced 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon…
Skinny Jalapeno Pimento Cheese
Ingredients 1 cup fat free plain Greek yogurt 1 jalapeno, diced 2 oz jar diced pimento 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 1 cup Monterey…
Low Sugar Banana Pudding
Ingredients 1 banana, thinly sliced 1 cup 2% cottage cheese 1 cup plain fat free Greek yogurt 1 0.9 oz box sugar free banana pudding…
Pickle Brined Chicken Tenders
Ingredients 1 ¼ chicken tenderloins 1 ½ cups pickle juice (or enough to cover chicken tenderloins) 1 egg 1 egg white ½ tsp tobacco or…
Skillet Zucchini Succotash
Ingredients 3 cups cubed zucchini, preferably with the skin on 1 tsp olive oil, divided 1 small jalapeño OR ½ large jalapeño, chopped, seeds and…
Lightened Up Squash Casserole
Ingredients 3 lbs yellow squash, cut into ¼ inch thick slices ½ large onion, chopped ½ teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon…
Sweet Lentil Salad
Ingredients Salad: 1 cup dry green lentils (OR 2 ½ cups cooked lentils) 1/2 red onion, finely chopped 10 cherry or grape tomatoes, sliced 1…
Carrot and Beet Salad
Ingredients 2 tbsp orange juice, freshly squeezed 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed 2 tsp olive oil ½ tsp ginger, minced ¼ tsp kosher salt…
Curried Tofu Salad
Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil mayonnaise 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt 1 tsp lemon juice 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp honey ½ tbsp curry…
Pickled Shrimp
Shrimp Ingredients: 2 pounds (approximately) cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed 2 tbsp capers 1 medium-sized red onion, thinly sliced 1 large red bell pepper,…
Baked Broccoli Patties
Ingredients 12 oz bagged fresh broccoli (in microwave safe bag) ½ onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup panko breadcrumbs 2 eggs, lightly…
Roasted Eggplant with Miso Tahini Dressing
Ingredients ¼ cup red miso paste ¼ cup tahini ¼ cup water 1 large eggplant, cut into slices and then cubed Olive oil spray Directions…
Za’atar Roasted Carrots and Green Beans
Ingredients 1 pound of carrots, peeled and sliced vertically 1 pound of green beans, trimmed 2 tablespoons of olive oil, divided 2 tablespoons of za’atar…
Crunchy Asian Edamame Slaw
Ingredients 2 cups Brussel sprouts, shredded 2 medium green onions (green and white parts), sliced thin 3 medium radishes, sliced thin 10 oz broccoli slaw…
Korean Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients ¼ cup low sodium Tamari or soy sauce 1 tbsp Splenda ® brown sugar ½ tsp chili garlic sauce OR Sriracha (can adjust to…
Mediterranean Tuna Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients 15 oz Albacore tuna (canned or packed in water) 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, chopped 1/4 cup reduced fat feta cheese, crumbled 1 small bell…
Chicken Taco Lettuce Wraps with Cilantro Sauce
Ingredients 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 tablespoons taco seasoning 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil To Assemble 12 leaves butter lettuce/bibb…
Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry
Ingredients Stir Fry Sauce 4 Tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce 2 Tablespoons toasted sesame oil 2 Tablespoons sriracha (this makes a medium-spicy stir fry; for…
20 Minute Tofu Stir Fry
Ingredients Stir Fry Sauce 1 Tbsp natural peanut butter 1 Tbsp powdered peanut butter, reconstituted 2-3 Tbsp reduced sodium soy sauce/tamari 1 Tbsp maple syrup…
Shrimp Stir Fry with Snow Peas
Ingredients Stir Fry 1 lb frozen shrimp, peeled, deveined with tails removed, and defrosted 2 cups snow peas, stems removed 1.5 tablespoons toasted sesame oil…
Mongolian Beef Stir Fry
Ingredients 1 Tablespoon and 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided 2 cups broccoli florets ¼ and ½ teaspoon salt, divided ¼ and ½ teaspoon pepper, divided…
Easy Marinara Sauce
BONUS RECIPE (to be served with Chicken Meatballs): Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 (28-ounce) cans whole tomatoes, drained and coarsely…
Chicken Meatballs
Ingredients 1 pound extra lean ground chicken 1 egg ½ cup panko breadcrumbs ½ cup grated parmesan cheese 2 tbsp olive oil ½ tsp garlic…
Pistachio Mint Pesto (to be served with Moroccan Meatloaf Cups)
Ingredients 1 cup pistachios, shelled ½ cups parmesan cheese, shredded 2 cloves garlic 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 1…
Moroccan Meatloaf Cups
Ingredients 1 lb 93/7 ground beef 1 egg ¾ cup skim milk ½ cup bread crumbs ½ tsp salt ½ tsp Worcestershire Sauce 1 tsp…
Tandoori Chicken
Ingredients 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1 cup chopped white/yellow onion 2 tbsp garam masala 1.5 tbsp honey 1 tbsp chili powder 1 tbsp…
Easy Tuna Patties
Ingredients 2 cans tuna ¼ cup oat flour* 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 tablespoons red onion, minced…
Creamy Chicken Stuffed Peppers
Ingredients 4 red bell peppers 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken 1 (8 ounce) package of fat-free cream cheese (Great Value brand from Walmart) 1…
Roasted Vegetable Frittata
Ingredients 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces 2 small red potatoes, halved and thinly sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil Olive oil…
Balsamic Roasted Chicken with Roasted Vegetables
Ingredients 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of any excess fat 1 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper 5 asparagus, ends trimmed, cut in half 1…
Meal Planning- The Game Plan
Meal Planning Recipes The Game Plan Day 1: Balsamic Roasted Chicken with Roasted Vegetables Day 2: Roasted Vegetable Frittata Day 3: Creamy Chicken Stuffed Peppers…
Smoky Chicken Sweet Potato and Black Bean Casserole
Ingredients 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1 ½ cups sweet potato, peeled and cut into ½ inch cubes 1 ½ cups cooked chicken, cubed 1 28-ounce…
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Ingredients 1 head of cauliflower, destemmed and cut into florets 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/3 cup skim milk 6…
Tofu Mexican Cauliflower Rice Casserole
Ingredients 8 oz sliced mushrooms 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 medium onion, diced 12 cloves of garlic, minced 14 oz extra firm tofu, drained,…
Buffalo Chicken Casserole
Ingredients 1 large head of cauliflower, grated (or 2 bags of frozen riced cauliflower, cooked per manufacturer’s instructions) 6 eggs 1 lb chicken breast, cooked…
Creamy White Chili
Ingredients 1 lb skinless chicken breast, grilled with 1/4tsp each, salt, black pepper, garlic powder. 1 tsp canola oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1.5 tsp…
African Peanut Stew
Ingredients 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 medium onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 jalapeno (optional), seeded and diced 1…
Tomato Basil Bisque with Italian Meatballs
Ingredients 1 leek stalk, sliced thinly 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 28-ounce can low-sodium diced tomatoes 1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped 1/3 cup light coconut…
Creamy Mushroom and Farro Soup
Ingredients In the Instant Pot or Crockpot: 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of any excess fat 5 medium carrots, chopped 5 stalks celery, chopped…
Bonus Recipe: Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice (to serve with Pork Carnitas or Honey Lemon Chicken)
Ingredients 1 large head of cauliflower 2 tablespoons of olive oil (divided) 3 garlic cloves (minced, divided) 1/2 large onion, chopped 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped…
Instant Pot Beef Stew
Ingredients 2 lbs flank steak, excess fat removed, cut into 1-2 inch chunks 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 3 medium celery stalks, sliced diagonally in…
Instant Pot Pork Carnitas
Ingredients 2 ½ lbs pork tenderloin, excess fat removed, cut into 2 inch cubes 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon cumin 2 teaspoons dried oregano…
Instant Pot Sous Vide Eggs
Ingredients 4 large eggs; or 6 egg whites 1/2 cup non-fat cottage cheese 3 ounce Swiss Gruyere cheese, finely shredded 1/4 cup skim Fairlife milk…
Instant Pot Honey Lemon Chicken
Ingredients for Chicken 8 skinless chicken thighs (about 1 ½ lbs) 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon white or black pepper 1/2 tablespoon olive oil…
Balsamic Roasted Tempeh with Green Beans and Cherry Tomatoes
Ingredients 8 oz. package tempeh 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 tsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari 1 tbsp. pure maple syrup…
Chicken Tikka
Ingredients For Chicken: 16 oz. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved lengthwise 4 garlic cloves, minced 3/4 inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and minced 1…
Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas
Ingredients 1.5 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tsp chili powder 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp kosher salt 1/2 tsp…
Sheet Pan Chicken Stir Fry
Ingredients For the mixture For the sauce 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1” chunks 2 carrots, cut into 1 inch thick slices 1…
BBQ Chicken Foil Packs Recipe
Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces ½ cup low sugar BBQ sauce (We used Stubbs) plus 4 Tbsp. for serving 1…
Caprese Stuffed Chicken Foil Packs
Ingredients 2 oz. low fat mozzarella cheese, shredded ¼ cup thinly sliced fresh basil 10 cherry tomatoes, halved 2 tsp balsamic vinegar ½ tsp salt,…
Garlic Baked Tilapia in Foil with Asparagus and Tomatoes
Ingredients 4x 3-4 oz. tilapia filets 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper 8 garlic cloves, minced 4 tsp margarine 8 slices of lemon (approx.…
Scoopable Strawberry Cheesecake
Ingredients 3 cups light whipped topping ¾ cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt ¾ cup reduced fat OR fat free cream cheese, room temperature 5 packets…
Low-Fat Salmon Salad with Capers
Ingredients For salad: 1 (6oz) can salmon (drained) ½ red bell pepper, diced 1 large stalk celery, diced 2 tbsp low-fat mayonnaise 2 tbsp capers…
Roast Beef Summer Rolls
Ingredients 1 large garlic clove, smashed 1.5 tbsp light brown sugar 1 tsp thai green curry paste 2 tbsp fresh lime juice 2 tbsp soy…
Chicken and Cilantro Asian Noodle Salad
Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 jalapeno chile, seeded minced 3 tbsp minced fresh ginger 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 tbsp Splenda brown sugar blend…
Tropical Wonder Breakfast Bowl
Ingredients 3 cups Fat Free cottage cheese 3-6 packets of no-calorie sweetener (or 1-3 tsp) to taste 3-6 drops coconut extract, to taste Dash of…
Oatmeal Pancakes
Ingredients 6 egg whites 1 cup rolled oats, dry 1 cup fat free cottage cheese 2 tsp Splenda/Stevia 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp vanilla Directions…
Breakfast Egg Muffin Cups- 4 ways!
Base Ingredients 10 large eggs Pinch of salt and pepper Sun-Dried Tomato, Parmesan, and Spinach Filling: ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, soaked in very warm water…
Rainbow Pepper and Feta Quiche
Ingredients 1 cup chopped red, yellow, and green bell peppers 8 large eggs ¼ cup whole wheat flour ½ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt 1…
Turkey-Mushroom Burgers with Chive Lemon Sauce
Ingredients For Burgers: 1/3 cup rolled oats 8oz white mushrooms 3 tsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced…
Spicy Orange Chicken Kabobs
Ingredients For Marinade: 1 Tbsp olive oil 2 tsp brown sugar 2 tsp Sriracha sauce 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp chili powder 1/3c fresh…
Im-pasta-ble Italian Salad
Ingredients For the salad: For the dressing: 6 small zucchini, spiralized (about 1.5lbs) 1 small red onion (or ½ large), sliced 1 pint cherry tomatoes…
Skinny Deviled Eggs
Ingredients 6 large eggs 1/3 cup plain fat free Greek yogurt 1 tsp. yellow mustard 1 tsp. red wine vinegar 1 tsp. sugar 1 Tbsp…
Easy Sautéed Bok Choy
Ingredients 1 lb baby bok choy, cut into halves or quarters, lengthwise and rinsed ½ Tbsp olive oil 2 large cloves garlic, minced Directions Heat…
Lemony Lentil Salad
Ingredients 1/3 cup lemon juice 1/3 cup chopped fresh dill 2 tsp Dijon mustard 1/4 tsp salt, or to taste Freshly ground pepper, to taste…
Sweet and Sour Carrots
Ingredients 1/2 cup water 14 oz carrots, cut into 1 1/2-in. pieces 1/4 cup (1/2-in.-diced) green onions 1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil 3 garlic cloves,…
Warm Asparagus & Quinoa Salad
Ingredients ½ cup dry quinoa- cooked according to package directions ½ Tbsp. olive oil 1 leek, sliced into rounds or half moons 2 garlic cloves,…
“Buttered” Radish with Edamame Salad
Ingredients 1 Tbsp Smart Balance spread 1 cup radishes, quartered ½ cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed 2 Tbsp chopped fresh (or dried) chives 1/8 tsp…
Light Ranch Dressing
Ingredients 1 cup 2% plain Greek yogurt 1 packet dry Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing mix 1/2 cup nonfat milk Directions Mix all ingredients together in…
Southern Sushi
Ingredients 1 fresh collard leaf, rinsed ½ oz fat-free cream cheese, cut into thin slices 2oz canned salmon (or other protein such as shrimp, cooked…
Spiced Chickpea Wrap
Ingredients 1/3c canned no-salt-added chickpeas, drained rinsed 2 tsp tahini Juice of ½ lemon 1 clove garlic, minced Pinch of red chili flakes 1/8 tsp…
Greek Tzatziki Chicken Salad
Ingredients 3/4 cup fat free Greek yogurt 2 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice (juice of 1 lemon) 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium cucumber, chopped…
Creamy Dill Dressing
Ingredients ½ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt 1 Tbsp olive oil/reduced fat mayonnaise 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce ¼ cup nonfat milk 3 scallions, minced 1…
Carrot Ginger Sesame Salad Dressing
Ingredients 1 tsp fresh orange zest Juice of one large orange (about ¼ cup) 1 small carrot, peeled and finely grated 2 tsp freshly grated…
Cabbage Roll Casserole
Ingredients 1 28-oz can whole plum tomatoes, undrained 1 pound lean beef (93% lean) 1 large onion, chopped 1 8-oz can of tomato sauce 1…
Schnitzel Sauce
Ingredients: ½ cup unsweetened applesauce 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp brown sugar Splenda blend 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar ¼ tsp ginger powder ¼…
Oven Fried Schnitzel
Ingredients 5-3 oz boneless pork loin chops ½ cup whole wheat flour 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp pepper 1 tsp…
German “Potato” Salad
Ingredients 16 oz frozen cauliflower florets ¼ cup low fat sour cream or plain greek yogurt ¼ cup olive oil mayo 2 green onions, finely…
Apple Sauerkraut
Ingredients ½ tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, diced 28 oz prepared sauerkraut, drained 1 tsp garlic powder 3 medium Gala apples, rinsed well and…
Instant Pot Chicken with Mushroom Gravy (adaptable for slow cookers)
Ingredients 1 Tbsp paprika 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp ground black pepper ¼ tsp cayenne pepper 1 tsp salt 1 Tbsp olive oil 1lb…
Skinny Laughing Cow Alfredo Sauce
Ingredients 1 Tbsp smart balance butter spread 1 cup skim milk 1 tsp corn starch 1 Tbsp freeze dried chives (Fresh works too!) 6 wedges…
Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Soup
Ingredients 1 Tbsp olive oil 2 bay leaves 1 onion, chopped ½ tsp turmeric 3 celery stalks, chopped ½ tsp crushed red pepper 2 large…
Mashed Cauliflower Shepherd’s Pie
Ingredients For the cauliflower mash: 16-20oz frozen cauliflower florets 1 Tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp pepper 1 cup…
Spiced Asian Pears with Yogurt
Ingredients Cooking oil Spray 1 medium Bosc pear 1 tsp Chinese 5 Spice Powder (or 5 pieces star anise) 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp…
Bibimbap (Korean “Rice” Bowl with Mixed Vegetables)
Ingredients 1 English cucumber, cut into matchsticks 2 Tbsp Siracha 2 Tbsp rice wine vinegar Cooking oil spray 8oz fresh spinach 1 Tbsp soy sauce…
High Protein Peanut Butter Pie
Ingredients For the crust: 1 cup old-fashioned oats ¼ cup whipped buttery spread (like Smart Balance) ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce 3 Tbsp powdered peanut butter…
Grinch Fruit Skewers
Ingredients Green Grapes Banana, sliced into ¼” thick slices Strawberries Mini Marshmallows Tooth Picks Directions Skewer one green grape. Top it with a banana slice…
Protein Hot Chai Mix
Ingredients Green Grapes Banana, sliced into ¼” thick slices Strawberries Mini Marshmallows Tooth Picks Directions Skewer one green grape. Top it with a banana slice…
Skinny Peppermint Meringues
Ingredients 3 fresh egg whites 1/8 tsp salt 3/4c sugar 1/4 tsp peppermint extract Red food coloring Dash of Cream of Tartar (optional) Kitchen Tools…
Chocolate Brownie Cheese Ball
Ingredients 3 Tbsp powdered peanut butter mixed with 1.5 Tbsp water 8oz 1/3 less fat Cream Cheese (also called Neufchatel cheese), room temperature 2 ½…
No-Bake Chocolate Covered Raspberry Truffles
Ingredients 1-1/2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut 1/4 cup coconut oil 2/3 cup fresh or frozen raspberries, divided (or other fresh or frozen berry) 1/4 cup…
Peanut Butter Chocolate Pudding Pie
Ingredients For the crust: 1 cup old-fashioned oats ¼ cup whipped buttery spread (trans-fat free, like Smart Balance) ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce 3 Tbsp powdered…
Banana Quinoa Breakfast Casserole
Ingredients 1 cup rolled oats 2 Tbsp ground flaxseed ¾ cup uncooked white quinoa, rinsed 4 Tbsp powdered peanut butter ¼ cup chia seeds 2…
Italian Zucchini Lasagna
Ingredients 1 lb 93% lean ground beef black pepper, to taste 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, plus additional 3 medium zucchini, sliced 1/8″ thick 1 tsp…
Mexican Zucchini Lasagna
Ingredients 3-4 Large Zucchini, rinsed ¾ cup tomato sauce 1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil ¾ cup salsa of your choice 1 lb ground 99% fat…
No Harm Chicken Parm
Ingredients 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes 1 tsp. Italian seasoning 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs 3 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese, divided 1 3/4 tsp. garlic powder…
Summer Tomato Salad
Ingredients 3Tbsp Olive Oil 3 Tbsp Rice Wine Vinegar 2 packets Stevia 1 stem Fresh Rosemary (finely chopped) 2 Tbsp Basil (chiffonade) Pinch Black Pepper…
Chocolate Banana Pudding
Ingredients 1 ripe avocado, peel and pit removed 3 medium ripe bananas (~7” long) 1/4c unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2tsp salt 1tsp vanilla extract 3/4c nonfat…
Marinated Grilled Chicken
Ingredients ¼ c Olive Oil ¼ c Low Sodium Soy Sauce ¼ c Lemon Juice ¼ c Orange Juice 3 Tbsp Liquid Smoke 3 Tbsp…
Chopped Lentil Salad
Ingredients: ½ c Lentils 1.5 Water or Low Sodium Vegetable Broth 1 (15 oz) Can Low Sodium Garbanzo Beans- Drained Rinsed 2 Vine Ripe Tomatoes-…
Cucumber-Tomatillo Gazpacho
Ingredients ½ lb Tomatillos, rinsed, peeled, and chopped 4oz cucumbers, peeled, seeds removed, and chopped 2oz yellow onion, peeled and chopped ¼ tsp crushed garlic…
Asian Chicken Edamame Salad
Ingredients: For the Salad: 1 chicken breast, cooked and shredded 1 cup shelled edamame, cooked 2 medium bell peppers, diced 1 cup shredded carrots 4…
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Ingredients: 6 Portabello mushrooms, rinsed ½ green bell pepper, diced 1 stalk celery, diced 1/3 cup onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced ½ tbsp olive…
Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers
Ingredients: 3 green bell peppers, halved and seeded 1 tsp olive oil 1 (8oz) container mushrooms, sliced 1 red (or green) bell pepper, diced 1…
Sheet Pan Eggplant
Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants, washed and sliced into ¼-½ inch rounds Cooking Spray (such as Pam) Salt and pepper 1 cup Low sugar tomato sauce…
Zucchini Roll-Ups with Edamame Stuffing
Ingredients 1 large zucchini, washed 2 Tbsp pepitas (roasted pumpkin seeds) 1 Tbsp sesame oil ¼ cup fresh basil ¼ cup fresh cilantro 1 heaping…
UNJURY Pudding Pops
Ingredients 2 packets (or 2 scoops) Unjury protein powder- flavor of choice 2 cups skim or 1% milk 1 package JELL-O instant pudding- sugar-free and…
Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries
Ingredients 2 quarts of strawberries, rinsed and dried 8oz fat-free cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup Oikos Triple-Zero vanilla Greek yogurt (about ½ individual serving) ½…
Frozen Yogurt Covered Blueberries
Ingredients 1 pint fresh blueberries, rinsed and drained 2 6oz cups of Oikos Triple Zero Yogurt (flavor of choice) Instructions Line a large cookie sheet…
Chocolate Ricotta Muffins
Ingredients 2 cups fat free ricotta 5 eggs ½ cup Splenda (or to taste) ½ tsp. vanilla 4 Tbsp cocoa powder Instructions Heat oven to…
Lower Sugar KFC Coleslaw
Ingredients 8 cups shredded (or finely diced) cabbage (~1 head) 1⁄4 cup shredded (or finely diced/grated) carrot (~2 carrots) 2 tablespoons minced onions 2 Tbsp…
Healthier Version: P.F. Chang’s Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound extra lean ground chicken (98% fat free) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 onion, diced 1/4 cup hoisin sauce…
Bangin’ Shrimp Dinner Salad
Ingredients For the dressing: 5 Tbsp olive oil mayonnaise (low fat) 3 Tbsp Thai Sweet Chili Sauce 2 tsp Sriracha For the Shrimp: 1 lb…
Cauliflower Tots
Ingredients 2 cups cauliflower florets, fresh or frozen 1 large egg + 1 egg white ½ cup onion, minced ¼ cup bell pepper, minced (optional)…
Cauliflower Pizza Crust
Ingredients ½ head cauliflower (about 2 cups riced/grated) 1 clove garlic, minced 1 cup part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese 1 egg, beaten 1 tsp dried basil…
Lower Carb Cheddar Bay Biscuits
Ingredients 1 cup roughly chopped cauliflower (or cauliflower rice- fresh/frozen) 1 cup whole-wheat flour 3/4 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt 1/2 cup + 2Tbsp shredded…
BBQ & Cauli’Rice Casserole
Ingredients 5 cups roughly chopped cauliflower OR cauliflower rice 1 lb. raw boneless skinless chicken breast 1/4 tsp each salt and black pepper 1 cup…
Slow Cooker Barbacoa Beef
Ingredients 4lb beef eye of round roast 2 dried “New Mexico” chiles (Anaheim) 2 chipotle chiles, canned in adobo sauce 1 sweet onion, peeled and…
Honey Balsamic Pulled Pork
Ingredients 1 2-lb pork tenderloin ½ cup balsamic vinegar 1 cup water 2 Tbsp honey 1 Tbsp splenda brown sugar blend 1 Tbsp minced garlic…
Lemon Parmesan Crusted Salmon with Roasted Broccoli
Ingredients Broccoli 1 1/4 lbs broccoli crowns, stems cut and reserved for another use, florets chopped 1 clove garlic, minced Cooking spray 1/8 tsp salt…
BBQ Chicken & Brussel Sprouts Sheet Pan Dinner
Ingredients 4 bone-in, chicken thighs, skin removed (1.5- 2 pounds before removing the skin) 2 small sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 6 to 8…
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Ingredients 1 1/2 lbs of chicken breast tenders, sliced in half 1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced into 1/4 inch slices 1 large red bell…
Bruschetta Mozzarella Chicken with Parmesan Roasted Potatoes
Ingredients: For the chicken: 4, 6oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts Dash of Kosher salt Dash of black pepper 4 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into…
Overnight Chocolate Chia Pudding
Ingredients 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk 1/3 cup chia seeds 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 2 Tbsp maple syrup if not blending 1/2 tsp…
Dark Chocolate Avocado Truffles
Ingredients 6oz 72% (or higher) dark chocolate 1 medium (Hass) avocado ½ tsp vanilla extract ½ tsp liquid (or granulated) Stevia ¼ tsp salt (pinch)…
Overnight Oats
Ingredients 1/4 cup quick oats ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk ½ cup plain greek yogurt 1/4 medium banana, sliced (freeze the rest for smoothies!) 1/2…
Salmon Quinoa Cakes
Ingredients 1/4 cup dry quinoa, cooked with 1/2 cup water 16oz pink salmon, skinless and boneless canned (or fresh) 1 tsp olive oil 1/3 cup…
Ratatouille with Roasted Tomato Vinaigrette
Ingredients 2 medium eggplants (aubergine), about 2 pounds, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 7 tsp extra-virgin olive oil 4 small zucchini, about 1 pound total weight,…
Basic Roasted Bell Peppers
Ingredients 4 whole bell peppers (any color; yellow, orange & red bell peppers will be the sweetest) Directions Step 1: (choose a method of cooking)Roast:…
Greek Cucumber Noodle Salad
Ingredients 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar 2 Tbsp olive oil ½ tsp dried oregano leaves Dash of salt Dash of…
Mustard-Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower
Ingredients 2 large heads Cauliflower (6-7″ diameter) 1 clove garlic, peeled & cut in half ¼ cup olive oil 4 Tbsp Dijon mustard ¼ tsp…
Parsnip Fries
Ingredients 2 1/2 pounds parsnips or carrots, peeled, cut into about 3 x 1/2″ strips 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 Tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary,…
Brussel Sprouts Gratin
Ingredients 16 oz Brussel sprouts, trimmed of outer leaves and sliced in half 1/4 tsp kosher salt Black pepper, to taste Olive oil spray 1/2…
Pumpkin Spice Protein Frappuccino
Ingredients 1 scoop Unjury chocolate protein powder (or other chocolate protein powder of your liking) ¼ cup Pumpkin Puree ½ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk…
Butternut Squash Fries
Ingredients 1 butternut squash (2-lb. or half of a 4-lb. butternut squash (~20 oz. peeled and sliced) 1/8 tsp. coarse salt, or more to taste…
Yogurt Peanut Butter Dip
Ingredients ½ cup plain, 2% Greek yogurt 4 Tbsp powdered peanut butter 1 tsp Splenda ½ tsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp cinnamon Dash salt Directions…
Pumpkin Peanut Butter Dip
Ingredients 1 cup pure pumpkin puree 1 cup powdered peanut butter ½ cup Splenda 1 Tbsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp cinnamon 1/8th nutmeg Directions Add…
Sausage & Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash
Ingredients 3 acorn squash, halved 1 Tbsp & 1tsp olive oil 1 lb sweet Italian turkey sausage (ie. Butterball) 1 small onion, finely chopped 2…
Turkey Pumpkin Chili
Ingredients 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 small yellow onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped 2 jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped…
Cheesy Taco Shells
Ingredients ¼ cup reduced fat finely shredded cheddar cheese for each shell Directions Heat oven to 400 degrees and line a cookie sheet with parchment…
Salsa Fresca
Ingredients 4 ripe roma tomatoes (or 3 beefsteak tomatoes), chopped 1/4 cup red onion, chopped Optional: 1 jalapeno, minced 8 cilantro sprigs, chopped 2 garlic…
Mexican Cauliflower “Rice”
Ingredients 1 small head cauliflower, grated/riced (~ 4 cups) 1 tsp olive oil 1/2 medium onion, finely diced 2 medium roma tomatoes, small dice ½…
Flank Steak with Cilantro Lime Marinade
Ingredients 1 {2 lb} Flank Steak or Skirt Steak For the marinade: Juice of 1 lime (about 2 Tbsp) 1 garlic clove, smashed A handful…
Refried Beans
Ingredients 1 Tbsp olive oil ¼ cup onion, finely diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp ancho chili powder or other chili powder 1 (15-ounce)…
Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad with Apples & Walnuts
Ingredients 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded 1 tsp olive oil 1 small apple (~1/2 cup finely diced) 1 stalk celery, diced ¼ cup…
Lime Shrimp & Avocado Salad
Ingredients 1 lb jumbo raw shrimp (fresh or frozen/thawed) 1/4 cup red onion, chopped 2 limes, juice of 1 tsp olive oil 1/4 tsp kosher…
Cheeseburger Salad with Big Mac Dressing
Ingredients *Dressing: 2 Tbsp fat free, plain Greek yogurt 2 Tbsp low fat mayonnaise 2 Tbsp ketchup 1 tsp water 1 tsp white vinegar 1…
Curried Tempeh Salad
Ingredients 1 8 oz. package of Tempeh 1 stalk celery 2 Tbsp (packed) seedless raisins, soaked and drained 2 Tbsp slivered almonds *Dressing: 2 Tbsp…
Tuna Guacamole
Ingredients 5 oz canned tuna in water (drained, ~4oz tuna) ½ fresh lemon, juiced (~1.5 Tbsp) ½ medium avocado 1 Tbsp chopped white onion 1/3…
Lime Quinoa Fruit Salad
Ingredients 1 cup uncooked quinoa 2 cups strawberries, sliced 1 cup blueberries 1 mango, peeled with pit removed and diced (about 2 cups) 1 Tbsp…
Black-Eyed Pea & Tuna Salad
Ingredients 2-15 oz cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained 2-5 oz cans tuna packed in water, drained (drained, ~4oz tuna) 1 cup red onion, chopped…
White Bean Caprese Salad
Ingredients 1-15oz can white beans, such as Great Northern, drained and rinsed 2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered or halved 2.5 oz mozzarella cheese “pearls” or…
Light & Easy Broccoli Salad
Ingredients 1/3 cup raisins 2 pounds broccoli (about 1 large head) 1/4 pound red onion (1/2 small onion), finely chopped 3/4 cup almonds, slivered or…
Cauliflower “Fried Rice”
Ingredients 1 medium head cauliflower (about 24 oz), rinsed 1 Tbsp sesame oil 2 egg whites 1 large egg pinch of salt cooking spray 1/2…
Japanese Cucumber Salad
Ingredients 1 large English cucumber ½ cup mandarin oranges (in 100% juice or water), drained ½ tsp salt ½ Tbsp sugar/honey/agave nectar 1 Tbsp soy…
Balsamic Roasted Tempeh
Ingredients 1- 8 oz. package tempeh 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 Tsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari 1 Tbsp pure maple…
Sesame Tofu Dressing
Ingredients 1 package (16 oz.) silken tofu ½ cup rice wine vinegar 2 cloves garlic, peeled 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped ¼ cup green…
Italian Breadstick Popcorn
Ingredients 1 Tbsp basil 1 Tbsp parsley 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp fine sea salt or popcorn salt 2 Tbsp olive oil ¼ cup…
Parmesan Garlic Edamame
Ingredients 1 package frozen shelled edamame (or approx. 2 cups) 1 Tbsp olive oil ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese ¼ tsp garlic powder 1/8 tsp…
Cucumber Hummus
Ingredients 2 cups chickpeas (rinsed and drained) 2 sprigs fresh Dill (washed, stems removed) ½ cucumber (washed, skin on, roughly chopped) ½ tsp salt 2…
Yogurt Cheese
Ingredients 32 oz plain non-fat Greek yogurt ½ tsp salt Directions Line a colander or sieve with 4 layers of cheesecloth (or a coffee filter)…
Seedy Crackers
Ingredients ½ cup (104g) chia seeds ½ cup hulled sunflower seeds, without salt ½ cup sesame seeds ½ cup pepitas (pumpkin seed kernels) 1 clove…
Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal
Ingredients ½ c. quick oats 2 oz. skim milk (or unsweetened almond milk) 4 oz. boiling water 1 serving vanilla protein powder (such as Quest,…
Protein Packed Oatmeal Muffins
Ingredients 2 eggs, cracked 2 Tbsp canola oil 1 Tbsp molasses ½ cup unsweetened applesauce 12 oz unsweetened almond milk ½ cup non-fat plain Greek…
Swiss Chard & Ricotta Mini Pies
Ingredients 1 batch Lean Turkey Breakfast Sausage (see recipe) 8 cups Swiss chard, chopped ½ Tbsp olive oil ½ cup onion, chopped 1 clove garlic,…
Lean Turkey Breakfast Sausage
Ingredients 1lb 93% FF ground turkey 2 Tbsp red onion, minced 1 Tbsp garlic, minced 1 tsp dried thyme ½ tsp ground sage ½ tsp…
Green Chili Egg Puff with Mushrooms
Ingredients 8oz whole cremini mushrooms, finely chopped 10 large eggs, cracked ½ cup whole wheat flour 1 tsp baking powder ½ tsp sea salt 2…
Slow Cooker Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Ingredients 14 oz canned artichokes, packed in water, drained & chopped 10 oz frozen spinach ¼ cup chopped onion 1 clove minced garlic 1/2 cup…
Slow Cooker Whole Chicken
Ingredients 3-4lb whole chicken, giblets removed 2 carrots 2 celery stalks 1 small onion 1 lemon, halved 3 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed kosher salt…
Creamy Mexican Chicken
Ingredients 1 cup light sour cream ½ cup chicken stock, low sodium 1- 14oz can diced tomatoes, with green chilies 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken…
Moroccan Chicken Thighs
Ingredients 1 ¼ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat 1 TB extra virgin olive oil 1 cup cilantro, plus 2+ TB to…
Sausage, Cheese and Vegetable Egg Bake
Ingredients 2 ½ sweet Italian chicken sausage, removed from skin, such as Butterball brand olive oil spray 1 3/4 cups part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded ½…
Easy Cottage Cheese & Broccoli Casserole
Ingredients 3 cups fresh/frozen broccoli florets (or other non-starchy vegetable) 16 ounces cottage cheese, 1% fat, no added salt ¾ cup reduced fat shredded Cheddar…
Chicken and Cauliflower Pizza Casserole
Ingredients 1 head, large (6-7″ dia) cauliflower, cut into medium size florets 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 8 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast, cooked…
Ground Turkey Low Carb Enchilada Casserole
Ingredients 1 medium poblano (or pasilla) pepper, chopped 1 medium sweet yellow onion, chopped 2 tsp olive oil 2lbs (32oz) ground turkey, 93% lean (OR…
Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Ingredients 1 large head cauliflower (6-7″ diameter) 1/2 cup Egg Beaters 1 TB Onion powder 1 TB Garlic powder 1/2 cup Whole Wheat Flour 1/2…
Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing
Ingredients 1/2c blue cheese 6oz plain Greek yogurt, 2% 1T lemon juice 1T vinegar 1/8tsp garlic powder Salt and freshly ground pepper Directions Mash blue…
No Bake Cheesecake Fruit Dip
Ingredients 8oz package Greek cream cheese 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt 2 tsp lemon juice ¼ cup baking stevia 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/8…
Zucchini Tots
Ingredients 1 cup grated zucchini 1 large egg, beaten ¼ cup seasoned breadcrumbs ¼ cup 2% shredded cheddar cheese ¼ medium onion, finely diced ¼…
Traditional Chili
Ingredients 1 lb ground lean 93% or greater beef or turkey 2 onions, diced 1 green pepper, diced 1 tablespoon jalapeno, finely chopped (optional) 1…
Zucchini Turkey Chili
Ingredients 1lb ground turkey or chicken (93% lean) 3 stalks celery, diced 2 medium zucchini – unpeeled, cubed 1 medium onion, diced 1 (14.5oz) can…
Creamy White Chili
Ingredients 1 lb skinless chicken breast, grilled with 1/4tsp each, salt, black pepper, garlic powder. 1tsp canola oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1.5 tsp garlic…
Vegetarian Chili
Ingredients: 1 (14.5oz) can dark red kidney beans, reduced sodium 1 large yellow bell pepper 1 (32oz) can diced tomatoes 1 sweet potato, chopped (~1…
Pepperoni Pizza Chili
Ingredients 1 lb lean ground beef (93% lean) 1/2c green bell pepper, diced 1 large onion, diced 1c mushrooms, diced 1tsp pizza seasoning (like Frontier…
Peach Salsa
Ingredients 1 lb tomatoes, diced 1 bell pepper (4oz), seeded and finely diced 2 jalapeños, seeded and finely diced 1 medium onion, finely diced 1…
Skinny Basil Pesto
Ingredients 1 cup basil (about 1oz or 27grams) 1 clove garlic ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese 1/8 tsp kosher salt 1/8 tsp ground black pepper…
Tzatziki Sauce
Ingredients 1 cup non-fat, plain, Greek yogurt 1/2 large hothouse or english cucumber (or 1 medium garden cucumber) 1/4 tsp (Kosher) Salt 1/4 tsp fresh…
Lime Garlic Marinade
Ingredients ½ cup fresh (or bottled) lime juice 3 cloves garlic, finely minced 2 tsp tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/8 tsp freshly…
Dry Jamaican Jerk Rub
Ingredients 1 Tbsp onion powder 1 Tbsp ground thyme 2 Tbsp brown sugar 2 tsp dried chives 1 tsp salt 2 tsp allspice 1 tsp…
Cajun Spice Mix
Ingredients 3 Tbsp Kosher salt 2 Tbsp cayenne pepper 2 Tbsp garlic powder 2 Tbsp sweet paprika 1 Tbsp dried oregano 1 Tbsp dry thyme…
Mustard Rub
Ingredients 1 tsp black pepper ½ tsp salt 1 tsp sugar 1 tsp paprika 2 tsp dry mustard 1/8th tsp cayenne pepper (optional) Directions In…
Barley Salad with Grilled Vegetables
Ingredients 1 cup dry pearl barley (sold near the dry beans in most grocery stores) 3 cups water 2 cups grilled zucchini/ yellow squash, chopped…
Watermelon and Feta Salad
Ingredients 6 cups watermelon cubes, from about 1/4 of a large watermelon 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 3 ounces feta cheese, drained and crumbled 1 loosely…
Quinoa Edamame Salad
Ingredients 2 cups frozen, shelled edamame 1/2 cup frozen corn 1 cup cooked, cooled quinoa 3 green onions, sliced (just the green parts) 1 red…
Lemony Lentil Salad
Ingredients 1/3 cup lemon juice 1/3 cup chopped fresh dill 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste Freshly ground pepper, to taste…
Eggplant Rollatini with Spinach
Ingredients 2 medium Italian eggplants, cut lengthwise into 20 (1/4 inch thick) slices (21 oz total when sliced) 1 tsp kosher salt Black pepper, fresh…
Easy Marinara Sauce
Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 (28-ounce) cans whole tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped* 3 tablespoons tomato paste 1 teaspoon dried…
Chicken & Vegetable Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms
Ingredients 3 portabella mushroom caps 4 oz grilled chicken breast, cut into strips 1/2 cup red onion 1/2 cup red bell pepper 1/2 cup yellow…
Strawberry Ice Cream
Ingredients 1 pound fresh/frozen strawberries (quartered, if large and frozen) 2 TB agave syrup 3/4c 2% plain Greek yogurt 1/2 cup canned evaporated milk 1/8-1/4…
Stewed Strawberry Sauce
Ingredients 16 oz fresh strawberries 1 Tbsp agave nectar 5-10 drops liquid stevia (optional: vanilla flavored) Directions Remove the stem/hull from all the berries. Either…
Chicken and Asparagus Stir-Fry
Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes Kosher salt, to taste 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth 2 Tbsp reduced-sodium shoyu or…
Pimiento Cheese Deviled Eggs
Ingredients 1 dozen large eggs 1/4 cup finely chopped bottled roasted red bell peppers (about 2 ounces) 1/4 cup 2% plain Greek yogurt 1 tsp…
Adobo Yogurt Dressing
Ingredients 1c low fat plain yogurt 1TB adobo sauce 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1.5TB honey 2 tsp apple cider vinegar 1/8tsp kosher salt Directions Combine…
Tofu and Black Bean Burgers
Ingredients 1/2 c reduced sodium black beans, drained and rinsed 2 garlic cloves 1 egg 1/2 c rolled oats 1/2 c Heinz Reduced Sugar Ketchup…
Cornmeal Crusted Tempeh “Croutons”
Ingredients 8 oz. Package of tempeh 2 tsp olive oil 1/2 tsp kosher salt 1/4 tsp chili powder 2 TB stone ground cornmeal Directions Preheat…
Carrot Chips
Ingredients 2 large carrots 1 1⁄2 tsp olive oil 1⁄4 tsp kosher salt Freshly ground pepper Directions Heat the oven to 350°F and arrange the…
Tempeh Stuffed Bell Peppers
Ingredients 8oz. Package of tempeh 1/2 TB olive oil 1 TB Worcestershire sauce 1/2 tsp oregano 1 TB dried basil 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp…
Tobacco Road Sports Café
Tobacco Road Sports Café Tobacco Road Sports Café Bariatric Friendly Menu (PDF)
Banana Bread Oatmeal
Ingredients 8 oz unsweetened vanilla almond milk Pinch salt 1/2 cup old fashioned oatmeal 1⁄2 banana, chopped 1 scoop Bariatric Advantage Banana Flavored Protein Powder…
Carrot Cake Oatmeal
Ingredients 8oz light soymilk 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground ginger pinch of salt 1 small carrot, shredded 1 Tbsp raisins 1/2 cup rolled…
Kalamata Olive Hummus
Ingredients 15 ounces canned chick peas (garbanzos), drained 15 ounces canned chick peas (garbanzos), with liquid 1/4 cup tahini 1 Tbsp olive oil 3 Tbsp…
Basic Hummus
Ingredients 15 ounces canned chick peas (garbanzos), drained 15 ounces canned chick peas (garbanzos), with liquid 1/4 cup tahini OR 0.25 cups (35 g) raw…
Sardine-acado Salad
Ingredients 1 can sardines (packed in water, plain, such as Wild Planet brand) 1/2 avocado 1-2 Tbsp diced white onions or green onions 1 Tbsp…
Chicken with Quick Mole Sauce
Ingredients 1 1⁄2 or 24oz skinless chicken thighs (6) 1/4 tsp kosher salt 1/4 tsp ground black pepper 1 Tbsp canola oil 3 cloves garlic,…
Oh So Good Almost Fried Chicken Nuggets
Ingredients 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 Tbsp kosher salt 2 cups cold water olive oil spray 24 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into 1″…
Cheeseburger Meatloaf
Ingredients 1# (16oz) 96% lean ground beef (or 93%FF ground beef or 99%FF ground turkey) 1⁄4 cup old fashioned oats 1 large egg 3⁄4 cup…
Baked Spaghetti Squash and Cheese
Ingredients 6 cups cooked spaghetti squash (from about 2 small) 1/2 Tbsp butter 1/2 Tbsp olive oil 1⁄4 cup minced onion 1⁄4 cup (whole wheat)…
Loaded Mashed “Potato” Bake
Ingredients 1 medium head cauliflower 1⁄4 cup egg whites 1⁄2 cup 2% (or 1%) cottage cheese 2 Tbsp parmesan cheese 1⁄4 tsp garlic powder 1⁄2…
Frico: Italian Cheese Cups
Ingredients 1c finely shredded parmesan cheese or asiago cheese Dried oregano or other herb (ie. Thyme, basil) Directions Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line baking…
Mexican Taco Stew
Ingredients 3⁄4 (12oz) 93% lean ground beef (or ground turkey) 1 medium onion, chopped 1 yellow bell pepper, diced 2cloves garlic, minced 2-3T taco no/low…
Fiesta White Bean & Chicken Soup
Ingredients 2 tsp olive oil 2 onions, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 chicken – 4 large, cooked, boneless chicken breast half, chopped 3 (14.5…
Creamy Cauliflower and Avocado Soup
Ingredients 1 sweet onion 1 tsp olive oil 4 cups cauliflower 1/4 tsp thyme 4 cups low sodium chicken broth 2 avocado 4 TB fresh…
Half Veggie Burgers
Ingredients 3c cooked lentils 1c bell pepper, finely chopped 1c red onion, finely chopped 1lb 93% ground beef 1 egg 1/2tsp kosher salt 1/2tsp ground…
Asian Tofu and Kale Stir Fry
Ingredients 14oz block of firm tofu, drained 2T low sodium soy sauce 2T aged balsamic vinegar 1tsp Splenda brown sugar 1clove garlic, minced 1.5tsp ginger…
Chicken and Bean Bake
Ingredients 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (4oz each), trimmed of all visible fat 24oz bag of frozen french style green beans 3 1/2 tsp Kroger…
Tempeh and Vegetable Stir Fry
Ingredients 1(8oz) package tempeh, cut into 1/4-inch strips 4 tsp toasted sesame seed oil 1/ 2lb fresh broccoli, cut into florets 1/2 lb fresh sugar…
“Steaken” Marinade
Ingredients: 1 Package Pressed and Sliced Tofu 3 T Soy Sauce 2 T Olive Oil 2 T Worcestershire 1 T Garlic Powder 2 T Dried…
How to press tofu
TOFU COOKING DEMONSTRATION By Christian Scott, Rex Sous Chef How to press tofu: Use firm or extra firm tofu. Drain Wrap drained tofu in thin…
Shrimp Stir Fry
Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 large zucchini, diced 1 medium…
Spaghetti Squash Casserole
Ingredients 2 cups marinara sauce (such as Classico Tomato Basil) 3 cups cooked spaghetti squash 1 cup fat free ricotta (such as Sargento) 3 tbsp…
Ham, Egg & Broccoli Casserole
Ingredients 12 eggs 16 oz low fat cottage cheese 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 1 tsp baking powder 2 cups 2 % Italian cheese blend…
One Pan Mustard Chicken
Ingredients 8 Tbsp. stone ground mustard 3 Tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce 12 chicken thighs, skin removed (3# boneless) 1 medium fennel bulb, cut into 1-inch…
Feta Yogurt Sauce
Ingredients 2 cups low fat plain greek yogurt 1 small cucumber, peeled and chopped 2 tbsp freshly chopped mint or parsley 1 clove garlic, minced…
Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing Ingredients
Ingredients 1/2c vinegar (ie. Aged Balsamic Vinegar or flavored vinegar) 3T oil (Extra Virgin Olive Oil) 2t honey (or less) 1T minced shallot or 1clove…
Quick, Easy Pickles
Ingredients For each recipe of the brine, choose one vegetable in the amount below: *12 ounces cauliflower (about 1/2 medium head), cut into 1-inch florets…
Cornmeal Crusted Okra
Ingredients 2 cups fresh okra, sliced ½ cup buttermilk ½ cup whole wheat flour ½ cup cornmeal 1 teaspoon Kosher salt 1 teaspoon black pepper…
Crunchy Cinnamon Chickpeas Ingredients
Ingredients 1 can (15oz) chickpeas 1 TB olive oil 2 TB Splenda (or granulated sugar) 1 tablespoon cinnamon Directions Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line…
Gazpacho with Shrimp
Ingredients 4 tomatoes 1 ½ English cucumbers ½ red pepper ½ lime (juice) ½ tsp cumin ½ tsp black pepper ¼ tsp cayenne (optional) ¾…
Asian Peanut “Noodles” with Chicken
Ingredients 1 lb skinless chicken breast, cut into bite size pieces 10 oz bag broccoli slaw 1.5c bean sprouts 7T PB2 2/3c water 1/2 lime,…
Zucchini and Onion Gratin
Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 large onion, quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced 1 tablespoon tomato paste 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind 1 teaspoon…
Shaved Asparagus Salad
Ingredients 2 TB walnuts (or slivered almonds), toasted* 1 pound asparagus, rinsed 1 lemon, halved (juice) 1 TB olive oil ½ tsp Coarse salt Freshly…
Roasted Cauliflower
Ingredients 1 head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), cut into florets 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp salt Directions Preheat…
Ruckus Pizza
Ruckus Pizza The bariatric friendly menu is for the Cary and Morrisville locations only. Ruckus Pizza Bariatric Friendly Menu (PDF)
Blue Cheese & Bacon Deviled Eggs
Ingredients 12 eggs 1 TB bacon crumbles 6 TB plain Greek yogurt 2/4 tsp crumbled blue cheese 1 tsp Dijon mustard ¼ tsp pepper 1/8…
Rosemary Roasted Almonds
Ingredients 2 TB finely chopped fresh rosemary 1 TB extra-virgin olive oil 1 tsp chile powder 3/4 tsp kosher salt Dash of ground red pepper…
Easy, No-Bake PB Protein Bars
Ingredients 1 ¼ cup oats 2 scoops Unjury vanilla whey protein isolate ¼ cup reduced fat peanut butter, such as Smucker’s Natural 2 TB chia…
Banana Walnut Protein Muffins
Ingredients 2 medium ripe bananas (about 3/4c, mashed) 2 scoops Unjury Vanilla Protein Powder (54g) ½ cup 2% plain Greek yogurt ¾ cup rolled oats…
5 Minute Vinegar Slaw
Ingredients ¼ cup red wine vinegar 2 TB sugar 2 tsp coarse kosher salt ¼ tsp celery seeds 3 green onions, thinly sliced 1-14 oz…
Mediterranean Tuna Salad
Ingredients 1- 15 ½ ounce can small white beans, rinsed and drained well 2- 5 oz cans Italian tuna in oil, drained (or any good…
Crunchy Fish Sticks
Ingredients 1 lb fresh Cod or white flaky fish (like halibut) without skin 1 egg, beaten (or 2 egg whites) 1 c whole wheat panko…
Dijon-Marmalade Glazed Salmon
Ingredients 1.5lbs (24oz) Atlantic Salmon, cut into 3oz portions 3T Orange Marmalade 3T Country Dijon Mustard (like Grey Poupon) 1/8tsp ground ginger Salt Pepper Directions…
Oatmeal Pancakes
Ingredients 6 egg whites 1 cup rolled oats, dry 1 cup cottage cheese 2 tsp Splenda/Stevia 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp vanilla Directions Blend all…
Lean Breakfast Sausage
Ingredients ½ pound extra lean ground pork or ½ pound 99% fat free ground turkey 1 tablespoon minced red onion 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic…
Baked Eggs & Ham
Ingredients 6 ounces very thinly sliced deli ham 3/4 cup salsa or grilled vegetables 18 large egg whites or 2 1/4 cups liquid egg white…
Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing
Ingredients 1/2c blue cheese 6oz plain greek yogurt 1T lemon juice 1T vinegar 1/8tsp garlic powder Salt and freshly ground pepper Directions Mash blue cheese…
5 Minute Vinegar Slaw
Ingredients ¼ cup red wine vinegar 2 TB sugar 2 tsp coarse kosher salt ¼ tsp celery seeds 3 green onions, thinly sliced 1-14 oz…
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork with Low Sugar BBQ Sauce
Ingredients 2.5lbs boneless pork loin trimmed of all visible fat olive oil spray for crock pot 1/2c low sugar ketchup (like Heinz) 2T tomato paste…
Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients For the chicken: 24 oz boneless skinless chicken breast 1 celery stalk 1/2 onion, diced 1 clove garlic 16 oz fat free no salt…
Crock Pot Turkey Meatballs
Ingredients 1, 20oz package of 99% lean ground turkey 1/4c parmesan cheese 1 egg, beaten 1/4c old fashioned oatmeal, pulsed 4x in food processor or…
High Protein Spinach Casserole
Ingredients 3 10-ounce packages frozen spinach, thawed and pressed in mesh strainer to remove water 1 cup low-fat milk 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon…
Vegan Chocolate Pudding
Ingredients 1 package Silken Tofu ½ C Good Quality Cocoa 1 C Splenda 1 T Vanilla Extract Method: Combine all ingredients in a food processor,…
Summer Roasted Vegetables
Ingredients: 2 Yellow Squash-Cubed 2 Zucchini-Cubed 1 Red Pepper-Chopped with seeds removed 1 Red Onion-Chopped 2 Cups Baby Carrots 1 Pint Grape Tomatoes 2 T…
Baked Tofu Bites
Ingredients: 1 Package Pressed and Sliced/Cubed Tofu ¼ c Soy Sauce 2 T Maple Syrup 2 T Ketchup 1 T Apple Cider Vinegar 1 Dash…
Herb Marinade
Ingredients: 1 Package Pressed and Sliced Tofu 1 T Chopped Parsley-Fresh 1 T Chopped Rosemary-Fresh 1 T Chopped Thyme-Fresh 1 T Chopped Fresh Garlic 3…
“Steaken” Marinade
Ingredients: 1 Package Pressed and Sliced Tofu 3 T Soy Sauce 2 T Olive Oil 2 T Worcestershire 1 T Garlic Powder 2 T Dried…
TOFU COOKING DEMONSTRATION
By Christian Scott, Rex Sous Chef How to press tofu: Use firm or extra firm tofu. Drain Wrap drained tofu in thin dish towel or…
Country Chili with Textured Vegetable Protein
Contributed by: Barbara & Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods Ingredients 2 cups Hot Water 2 Tbsp Ketchup 1 Large Onion, chopped 1 Green Pepper, chopped…
Egg Casserole with TVP Sausage Crumbles
Contributed by: Krista Herrell, RN Use Bob’s Red Mill Textured Vegetable Protein Breakfast Sausage Crumbles to make a delicious breakfast casserole for the entire family…
Textured Vegetable Protein Breakfast Sausage Crumbles
Contributed by: DeliciousImperative Slightly sweet, slightly spicy, this substitute for breakfast sausage faithfully recreates those tantalizing flavors that make a potato and veggie skillet into…
Here’s How To Rehydrate TVP (Textured Vegetable Protein):
Directions After following these easy steps, continue with your favorite recipes as you would for ground meat: Measure a cup or two of TVP and…
TVP (Textured Vegetable Protein)
May 2013 Post-Op Support Group What is it?! Textured vegetable protein is recognized – by vegetarians and meat eaters alike – as a low-fat, nutritious…
Sasool (formally known as Neomonde North Raleigh)
Sasool (formally known as Neomonde North Raleigh) Website Sasool (formally known as Neomonde North Raleigh) Bariatric Approved Menu List — (PDF)
Quinoa Vegetable Salad
12 – 3 oz servings Ingredients 4 oz of quinoa – Cooked as per instructions on the box (typical ratio of ½ cup quinoa to…
Low fat Sesame Ginger Vinaigrette
8 servings (~ 1 ½ TB) Ingredients ¼ cup Orange Juice ¼ cup Rice Wine Vinegar 1 tsp of peeled and grated fresh ginger 2…
Low fat Balsamic Vinaigrette
8 servings (~2 TB) Ingredients 1 TB Shallot – minced ¼ cup Olive Oil ¼ cup of water 2 tsp Honey 1 tsp Dijon Mustard…
Low Fat Caesar Dressing
8 servings (~2TB) Ingredients 5 oz of Silken Tofu- drained 1 tsp Lemon Zest- grated 1 lemon- juiced 2 cloves of chopped garlic- fresh ½…
Spicy Buffalo Dip
Ingredients 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cooked and shredded 8 ounces low-fat or fat-free cream cheese, softened 2/3 cup hot sauce (such as Franks)…
Tropical Fruit Dip
Ingredients 1c 1% cottage cheese 2T milk (almond, skim or soy) 1tsp coconut extract 8oz crushed pineapple with juice Zest of 1 orange 1tsp chia…
Roasted Italian Tomatoes
Ingredients 4 medium Roma Tomatoes, thinly sliced (about 6 slices per tomato) 1/4c Shredded parmesan cheese 1-2T fresh or dried herbs such as basil and…
Apple Bacon and Cheese Sandwich
Ingredients 16 thin sliced low sodium ham or Canadian bacon (such as Boar’s Head All Natural Applewood Smoked Uncured Ham OR Kroger brand Canadian Bacon)…
Mozzarella Sticks
Ingredients 12 low fat mozzarella sticks (such as Sargento brand) cut in half 3/4c whole wheat panko or whole grain cereal flakes ground in food…
Bell Pepper Poppers
Ingredients 2 sweet bell peppers with seeds and veins removed, cut into 12pieces per pepper OR Mini sweet peppers 4oz low fat cream cheese 1-2tsp…
Protein Shake Recipes & Ideas
Protein shakes do not have to be boring. You can spice things up a bit with just a few additions to your normal regimen and…
Country Chili With Textured Vegetable Protein
Contributed by: Barbara & Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods Ingredients 2 cups Hot Water 2 Tbsp Ketchup 1 Large Onion, chopped 1 Green Pepper, chopped…
Egg Casserole With TVP Sausage Crumbles
Contributed by: Krista Herrell, RN Use Bob’s Red Mill Textured Vegetable Protein Breakfast Sausage Crumbles to make a delicious breakfast casserole for the entire family…
Textured Vegetable Protein Breakfast Sausage Crumbles
Contributed by: DeliciousImperative Slightly sweet, slightly spicy, this substitute for breakfast sausage faithfully recreates those tantalizing flavors that make a potato and veggie skillet into…
Slow Cooked Bone-In White Chicken Chili
This dish literally cooks itself while you are at work or play. Ingredients: 1 pound skinless chicken thighs 1 pound dry Great Northern White Beans,…
Strawberries & Crumbled Reduced-Fat Feta Cheese
Ingredients 10 strawberries ¼ cup reduced fat feta cheese Nutrition calories 123 fat 4.5 g sodium 431mg carbs 14.5g (8.5 g sugar) fiber 3.5 g…
Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal
Ingredients ¼ cup skim milk 6 tbswater ¼ cup quick-cooking oats ½ tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp ground nutmeg 4 tbs canned pumpkin 4 tbs…
Chicken Stock
Ingredients 10 chicken leg quarters, raw 4 gallons water 4 lb onions, chopped 2 lb celery, stalk, chopped 2 lb carrots, chopped 2 sprigs Thyme,…
Quinoa Pilaf
Ingredients 1 TB olive oil 1 cup quinoa 1/2 cup green onions, chopped 1/4 cup carrots, diced 2 cups chicken stock 1/4 cup celery, stalk,…
Marinated Green Beans
Ingredients ½ lb green beans, trimmed 2 cups seeded and chopped fresh tomato 5 cloves garlic, peeled and cut in half horizontally 1 TB fresh…
Spiced Pumpkin Custard
Ingredients Canola oil cooking spray 3/4 cup Splenda 1/2 tsp table salt 1 tsp cinnamon, ground 1/4 tsp cloves, ground 1/2 tsp ginger, ground 3…
Turkey Francese
Ingredients 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 1/4 cup skim milk 1 cup liquid egg substitute (egg whites) 1 lb. Skinless…
Valentines Menu
Weight Loss Surgery Patient Friendly Tomato and Mozzarella Salad Baked Stuffed Pork Tenderloin Ranch Style Vegetables Herb and Cheese Mashed Cauliflower Chocolate ENTICE Cream Tomato…
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