This milkshake is a fun way to lower the amount of saturated fat in your desert. Try with plain greek yogurt for a lower-sugar, higher protein version!
Dietary Need: Vegetarian/Vegan
Creamy Chocolate Banana Smoothie
This tasty chocolate dessert smoothie features prunes which help with regularity.
Crunchy Granola
Store bought granola often has a lot of sugar, making it not so friendly to your blood glucose. This recipe cuts down on the sugar but not the flavor, using honey, cinnamon, and vanilla to make a sweet and tasty yogurt or oatmeal topper!
Cucumber Tomato Salad
A classic Mediterranean salad that is easy to prepare and a great way to get more vegetables into your diet.
Date Muffins
Dates are naturally sweet, making them a great addition to baking projects when trying to decrease added sugars.
Collard Greens and Garlic
Cooking Beans from Dry
Dry beans are delicious when paired with chicken, beef, pork, or fish, but they are a great protein source on their own. A pantry staple for many people, dry beans are a simple, shelf-stable way to keep protein on hand for soups, salads, dips, or side dishes. One pound of dried beans is about 3 cups and, when cooked, makes 6-7 cups of beans.
Corn Salad
This salad makes the perfect addition to any potluck. It is also customizable – add in your favorite fresh vegetable for a different spin on this simple recipe.
Cornbread
Easy Buttermilk Cornbread
This healthy cornbread is low in saturated fat and sodium, making it a heart-healthy but still tasty choice.