Eating vegan is associated with a decreased risk for diabetes, heart disease and certain types of cancer. Plus, at 1,200 calories, this vegan weight loss meal plan sets you up to lose a healthy 1 to 2 pounds per week. Following a vegan diet, or even just including more plant-based foods in your routine, can be a healthy and delicious…
These skinny pancakes are perfectly fluffy and delicious and you would never know that they are just one Weight Watcher Smart Point each! These pancakes have no added sugar or fat and are made with greek yogurt so they have 3 grams of protein in each pancake. I haven’t had a chance to officially share on the blog, but I’ve…
My husband, Oscar, is a Southerner at heart. This salmon with garlicky beans and spinach won him over at first bite. —Mary Ellen Hofstetter, Brentwood, Tennessee Test Kitchen Approved Ingredients 4 salmon fillets (4 ounces each) 2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning 1 garlic clove, minced 1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and…
Raita, an Indian condiment made with yogurt, elevates this vegetarian dish to a satisfying gourmet wrap. If you’re in the mood to experiment, try diced mango or cucumber for the pineapple and add fresh herbs like cilantro or mint. —Jennifer Beckman, Falls Church, Virginia Test Kitchen Approved Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min. Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1 cup (8 ounces) reduced-fat plain…
This is such an easy way to add avocados to your diet. Use healthy multi-grain bread and top with sliced radishes and cracked pepper or lime zest, chipotle peppers and cilantro for extra flavor. You’ll want to make this avocado toast recipe every morning! —Rachel Seis, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Test Kitchen Approved Total Time Prep/Total Time: 5 min. Makes 1 serving Ingredients 1…
Summer’s the perfect time to toss up this watermelon salad. You’d never expect it, but spinach is awesome here. Eat it and feel cool on even the hottest days. —Marjorie Au, Honolulu, Hawaii Test Kitchen Approved Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min. Makes 8 servings Ingredients 1/4 cup rice vinegar or white wine vinegar 1 tablespoon grated lime zest 2 tablespoons lime juice…
In the kitchen, it’s important to start with something simple, like how to cook hard boiled eggs. Use these in plenty of recipes or eat plain for a quick protein fix. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Test Kitchen Approved Total Time Prep: 20 min. + cooling Makes Ingredients 12 large eggs Cold water Directions Place eggs in a single layer in a…
I love quick and bright meals like this one-skillet wonder. Homemade pico de gallo is easy to make the night before. —Tammy Brownlow, Dallas, Texas Test Kitchen Approved Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min Makes 4 servings Ingredients 2 large zucchini (about 1-1/2 pounds) 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 tsp garlic powder…
Fresh shrimp from the Carolina coast is one of our favorite foods. We add kale, garlic, red peppers and black-eyed peas to complete this wholesome, filling soup. —Mary Marlowe Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina Test Kitchen Approved Total Time Prep/Total Time: 25 min. Makes 6 servings Ingredients 4 teaspoons olive oil, divided 1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined 5 garlic…