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This zesty and easy chimichurri sauce is filled with flavor! It is a spicy, healthy topping for vegetables, chicken, or fish.
Makes: 12 Servings
Ingredients
1 cup parsley
1/4 cup cilantro
2 garlic cloves
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/3 cup wine vinegar
1 jalapeno (or 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes)
2 Tbs lemon juice
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend until well combined.
OR
Combine olive oil, salt, vinegar, and lemon juice in a medium bowl.
Finely chop the parsley, cilantro, garlic, and jalapeno (if using). Add to the olive oil mixture and stir to combine.
This simple dip combines the cool and tangy flavors of cucumber, lemon, garlic, and dill with your favorite plain Greek yogurt. So easy and a great choice for a healthy, party snack that people will crave!
Makes: 6 Servings
Ingredients
1 cup Greek yogurt, plain, non-fat
1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded, and grated
2 Tbs lemon juice, juice from half a lemon
1 Tbs fresh dill or 1 tsp dried dill
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
Instructions
Drain the water from the grated cucumber by placing it in paper or cloth towels and letting it sit for a few minutes. Wring the towel tightly and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
Mix yogurt, drained cucumber, lemon juice, dill, and garlic in a serving bowl. Chill for 1 hour.
Serve with raw vegetables for dipping, as a spread on sandwiches or wraps, or on top of fish.
Our easy guacamole recipe is simple and sure to be a hit at your next party. And of course, every salsa needs a guac! Make sure your avocados are ripe and garnish with some chopped cilantro!
Makes: 4 Servings
Ingredients
2 avocados
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 ripe tomato, chopped
1 lime, juiced
salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: diced jalapeno
Instructions
Peel and mash the avocados in a medium serving bowl.
Stir in onion, garlic, tomato and lime juice.
Season with pepper to taste.
Chill for a half an hour to blend the flavors (optional).
Beans are a great and inexpensive source of protein. Did you know you can eat them savory and sweet?
Makes: 6 Servings
Ingredients
1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup canned great northern white beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup canned red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup canned diced tomatoes, no salt added, drained
2 Tbs lemon juice
2 tsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp coriander
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 Tbs garlic powder
1/2 Tbs chili powder
6 Tbs Parmesan Cheese, grated
Instructions: Smooth Option
Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender
Add Parmesan cheese. Pulse to combine.
Serve hot to melt cheese or cold.
Instructions: Chunky Option
Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender
Add Parmesan cheese. Pulse to combine.
Serve hot to melt cheese or cold.
Note: Instead of the spices listed in the ingredients try 1 1/2 tablespoons Chili Powder Mix. Our spice blends are quick and can be used easily in so many other recipes.
It’s not often you find a healthy, delicious black bean dip that only uses five ingredients. If this is more your style, check out our other Five Ingredients or Less recipes.
Makes: 8 Servings
Ingredients
1 can (15 oz)black beans, drained and rinsed
½ cup non-fat Greek yogurt
1 tsp of Taco Seasoning
½ cup salsa
½ cup shredded cheese
Optional: cilantro, tomatoes
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Mash beans or blend beans together with Greek yogurt and taco seasoning. Spread into a baking dish.
Layer with salsa and cheese.
Bake for 15minutes, top with tomatoes and cilantro for garnish (if desired) and serve.
This Veggie Top Pesto was made with radish greens, but it is easy to make with any other greens of your choice! Add fresh herbs or spices to switch up the flavors. Using the greens from the tops of root vegetables for pesto is a great way to save money, since most people usually throw them out.
Makes: 7 Servings
Ingredients 2 cups radish top greens 2 Tbs walnut pieces or other nuts 2 Tbs grated Parmesan cheese 1 large garlic clove 2 Tbs vegetable oil 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground pepper
Instructions
Place radish greens, walnuts, Parmesan Cheese, oil, garlic, salt and pepper into a food processor or blender.
Blend until smooth.
Add to pastas, sandwiches or any dish of your choice
*Nutrition information does not include radish top greens in analysis.