Posts Tagged: healthy

Corn Bread w/Apple & Sage (Using Whole Grain Corn Meal)

Corn Bread w/ raisins, apples, corn meal, maple syrup

Though this is a quite textured corn bread, it is gluten-free, which can be a plus. The flavors go well with roasted meats (see Stuffed Pork Loin Roast here). Use whole grain, organic corn flour from the health food store if possible (as opposed to the standard “degerminated” corn meal). Coconut milk can even substitute…

Chicken Piccata w/Lemon, Capers: Elegant but Easy Enough

Chicken Breast w/ Caper Sauce, lemon, garlic

This elegant dinner entree has a light, flavorful sauce, with capers giving it a distinct, piquant flavor. The method is streamlined for making a simple recipe. Plan 1/3 to 1/2 lb. serving per person. Serves 6-4. INGREDIENTS Approx. 3 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast (about 8 large half breasts) 1 c. chicken stock 1/4 c….

Broccoli Potato Soup

Broccoli adds nutrients to a meal and potatoes are a healthy way to thicken the soup without using the flour typically used. It makes this a gluten-free recipe, and if you leave off the parmesan garnish, it’s vegan too! Serves 6-8. INGREDIENTS 2 broccoli crowns (stems too, if available) Optional: 1/2 c. leaves or tops…

Tomato Basil Soup w/ Lemon, Orange & Bay Leaf

Not like the typical canned “Cream of Tomato” soup, this gluten-free recipe is a light and healthy variation. Leave the pesto out for a dairy-free, vegan recipe, if desired. It’s easy to make and has a fresh combination of flavors that complement the tomatoes. Serves 6 or so. INGREDIENTS 1 lg. onion 2 carrots 2-4 bay…

Black Bean Chili: Easy Vegetarian Soup

Black Bean Chili Soup

Make extra of this to store in the freezer for quick last-minute meals; healthy, nourishing, economical, and tasty. Freeze portions in plastic wrap, and microwave later for soup or burritos. Add tortillas, perhaps avocados, cheese, and tomato, for a simple dinner. (See notes below for a variation, using Pinto beans.) Many recipes call for canned…

Butternut Squash Soup: Easy, healthy soup recipe tastes rich!

A food processor or immersion blender works well to make this a smooth, creamy soup; the blend of spices is reminiscent of pumpkin pie (only healthier). Omit the extra water to serve this as a side dish. You can also omit the cream for a lower-cholesterol version. Adjust the recipe depending on the size of…

Barley Mushroom Soup: Whole Food, Easy, Vegetarian

This vegan recipe has a meaty, hearty texture, especially when “hulled barley” (found in health food stores) is used; “pearled” barley is a more processed version of this grain and will cook more quickly. Barley has two outer layers; for “hulled barley”, the outer layer has been removed, but it is considered “whole grain barley”,…

Fruit Kabobs w/ Pineapple Coconut Dip: Brighten Buffet Table

This tropical-style, healthy recipe is naturally sweetened and flavored with frozen pineapple juice concentrate and coconut cream. It can be served with bagel pieces or crackers, but fruit kabobs are especially colorful. Dip can be made a few days early. Serves 10-20. Pineapple Coconut Dip INGREDIENTS 2-4 TBS. coconut cream (or virgin coconut oil, to…

Italian Dressing Recipe for Awesome Green Salads

At The New Deli, we save time by processing a big batch of the garlic, salt, and herbs; then we freeze portions, which can quickly be mixed into olive oil and vinegar for an easy, fresh batch of the dressing. We love it on a Greek Salad; it’s good on most any other salad too….

Split Pea Soup: Easy Low-fat Vegetarian Style

Leave out the traditional ham hock for this vegan soup. It is low fat but satisfying, even without any added fat. Serves 8. INGREDIENTS 7 c. water 1 lb. split green peas 4 c. (1 lb. or so) carrots, peeled and sliced 1 1/2 c. chopped celery 2-3 bay leaves 4 tsp. “Vege-sal” or “Herbemare”…