Sometimes you just need to spice things up a little. This jalapeno salt recipe will do just that. With simple ingredients it’s full of healthy minerals and the perfect seasoning for meats, veggies, or even fruit. You can easily control the spice level here and either use a little or…
Shawarma-Spiced Chickpea Bowls
Robust spices toasted with canned chickpeas form the anchor of this quick lunch. The spiced chickpeas are piled onto a bed of lemony, salted yogurt, along with tomato, cucumber and avocado. The result is a filling vegetarian meal packed with fiber. RD Tip: Chickpeas are a good source of fiber…
Orchard Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps
If you have leftover rotisserie chicken or cooked chicken breast, make this high-protein chicken salad as an easy lunch option. Lean shredded chicken is combined with creamy yogurt, crispy apples and sweet grapes for a tasty, tangy combo. For a packable lunch serve this chicken salad between 100% whole grain…
Shrimp and Radish Tostadas
These tostadas have it all — crunchy baked tortillas, creamy black beans, plump lime-pickled shrimp and radishes and a crisp slaw. Even better, it’s ready in less than 30 minutes! If you don’t have no salt added canned beans on hand, be sure to rinse them well. This will help…
A Simple Guide on What to Eat Before and After a Workout
What you should eat before and after a workout is one of the most hotly debated topics in fitness. Some influencers swear by fasted exercise, claiming that skipping pre-workout fuel leads to better fat burn and metabolic benefits. Others argue that pairing carbohydrates with a bit of protein is the…
Cranberry Turkey Roll-Up
Cranberry turkey roll-ups are as colorful as they are convenient. Just roll up lean sliced turkey breast with crisp veggies and cheese. The secret kick is in the sweet cranberry sauce, which you can buy at the store or make at home. Active time: 5 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes…
Asian-Inspired Chicken Salad With Sesame Dressing
Not your ordinary salad, this recipe makes a huge salad with pops of flavor to keep things interesting. Crunchy snow peas and cabbage mingle with rotisserie chicken and a creamy-tangy Asian-inspired dressing, while segments of juicy mandarin orange add sweetness. With 38 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber,…
Vegan Sloppy Janes
Saucy, savory and messy, these sloppy Joe sandwiches are vegan, but they contain 20 grams of protein thanks to a vegan chickpea-lentil filling instead of ground beef. These are served on whole grain buns, but you can also serve the filling in tacos or on quinoa for a nutritious bowl…
Turkey-Stuffed Bell Peppers
Ground turkey substitutes for beef nicely in these stuffed peppers that can serve as a light dinner, satisfying lunch or side dish. With less than 345 calories and 33 grams of protein this is one high-protein dish. Active time: 15 minutes Total time: 45 minutes Easy Turkey-Stuffed Peppers Ingredients: 1…
One-Pot Vegan Farro Jambalaya
The Louisiana classic gets a whole-grain spin by swapping out rice in favor of farro. Farro is a great grain option for vegetarians because it contains about 6 grams of protein per 1/4 cup, plus 3 grams of fiber. Vegan sausages add hearty texture and robust flavor to this easy…