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Ingredients: 1 16 1/2-oz. can apricot halves in light syrup, sliced 1/4 c. lemon juice 2 t. sugar 1 t. reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 t. ground cumin 4 c. iceberg lettuce, shredded 1/4 c. fresh cilantro, chopped 2 green onions (white and green parts) 2 c. fresh bean sprouts, rinsed and drained 1 8-oz. can […]
Ingredients: 1 T. olive oil 5 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 small fennel bulb, cored 3 lg. ripe tomatoes, cut into small chunks (about four cups) 12 kalamata olives, pitted and quartered 2 T. lemon juice 1/2 c. packed chopped fresh basil leaves 2 c. fat free croutons salt to taste Directions: In a small nonstick […]
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. Vegenaise (mayonnaise substitute) 2 T. Honey 2 T. Lemon Juice 1/8 t. Salt Directions: Mix all ingredients well. Refrigerate 1-2 hours before serving. Yields: 2 cups. Nutritional Information: Per 2 Tablespoons: Calories: 10; Fat: 4 g; Sat Fat: 0 g; Sodium: 70 mg; Carbs: 2 g; Dietary Fiber: 1 g; Protein: […]
Ingredients: 6 potatoes, cooked and cubed 1 c. tofu, crumbled 1 c. celery, sliced 1/2 c. red onion, chopped 1/2 c. dill pickle, diced 1 cucumber, sliced 1 t. salt 1 c. tofu 2 T. oil 1/2 t. salt 2 T. liquid from dill pickles 1 T. lemon juice 1/8 t. garlic powder Directions: Boil […]
Ingredients: 2 c. boiling water 2/3 c. uncooked bulgur wheat 1 15-oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 3/4 c. tomato, chopped 1 1/2 c. jicama, peeled, diced 3/4 c. fresh parsley, minced 3/4 c.fresh cilantro, minced 1/2 c. salsa (your favorite brand) 1/4 c. fresh lime juice 2 t. olive oil 1 avocado […]
Ingredients: 1 12-oz. Mori-Nu Tofu (firm) 3 to 4 t. McKay’s Chicken-Style Seasoning (or you favorite season salt) 1 stick Celery (diced) 1 T. Carrot (shredded) 3 T. Dill pickle (diced) 4 T. Vegenaise (mayonnaise substitute) Directions: Drain tofu; put into small mixing bowl. Add all ingredients; mix well. Spread in sandwich or refrigerate. Yields: […]
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. tofu 2 T. olive oil 2 T. lemon juice 4 garlic cloves 1 t. salt 1/4 t. basil 1/4 t. oregano 1/4 t. thyme Directions: In blender, process tofu, oil, lemon juice, and garlic. Add seasonings; mix thoroughly. Let stand several hours to enhance flavor. Yields: 1-1/4 cups. Nutritional Information: Calories per […]
Ingredients: Dressing: 1 ripe medium tomato, chopped 1/4 c. fresh basil leaves 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1/4 t. salt 1 T. olive oil 4 c. elbow macaroni, cooked 1/2 c. carrot, shredded 1/2 c. red bell pepper, diced 1/2 c. scallions, sliced 2 T. parsley, fresh, chopped Directions: To make dressing: in food processor or […]
Ingredients: Prep Time: 20 minutes Yield: 12 (½ -cup) servings Cost per Serving: $0.40 Difficulty Level: Easy This make-ahead salad offers a surprisingly tasty fusion of flavors and textures that makes eating raw broccoli more fun. You can replace part of the broccoli with ¼-inch slices of broccoli stems, cauliflower florets, or shredded carrots. 2/3 […]
Ingredients: Prep Time: 10 minutes Yield: 1 cup; 16 servings Cost Per Serving: $0.20 Difficulty Level: Easy A good salad dressing provides valuable nutrients and inspires you to eat more vegetables. This reduced-fat dressing boosts your intake of omega-3 fats. The distinctive flavor of the flax oil is muted by the extra-virgin olive oil, making […]