Mashed Turnips and Potatoes

Mashed Turnips and Potatoes

Recipe and photo source: Foodhero.org
 
Number of servings: 5
 
Time for preparation (including preparation and cooking): 35 minutes
 
Ingredients:
1⁄2 pound turnips, peeled and diced
1 pound potatoes, peeled and cubed
1⁄4 cup light sour cream or buttermilk
1⁄2 teaspoon salt
1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder
 
Directions:

  1. Boil turnips and potatoes in enough water to cover until tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. Drain vegetables and mash.
  3. Stir in sour cream, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Serve hot.
  4. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Lemon Dill Brussel Sprouts

Lemon Dill Brussel Sprouts

Recipe and Photo source: FoodHero.org
Number of servings: 4
Time for preparation (including preparation and cooking): 25 minutes
 
Ingredients:
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon dill weed
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 pound (2 cups) Brussels sprouts ( trimmed and halved lengthwise)
2 teaspoons margarine or butter
1⁄4 cup water
 
Directions:

  1. In a small bowl, mix yogurt, dill weed, lemon juice and salt. Set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté sprouts (cut side down) in margarine until they begin to brown.
  3. Stir. Add water. Cover. Steam until the water is gone and sprouts are tender crisp, 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Mix sprouts with lemon dill sauce.  Serve warm.
  5. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Ginger Almond Asparagus

Ginger Almond Asparagus

Recipe & Photo Source: FoodHero.org
Number of servings: 4
 
Time for preparation (including preparation and cooking): 15 minutes
 
Ingredients:
3⁄4 pound asparagus, washed and trimmed (2 1/2 cups sliced)
1 teaspoon oil
3 Tablespoons slivered almonds
1⁄4 teaspoon salt
  Pinch of black pepper
1⁄4 teaspoon sugar
1⁄8 teaspoon ginger powder
 
Directions:

  1. Slice the asparagus diagonally into pieces about ¾ inch long.
    2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add remaining ingredients. Stir and sauté until asparagus is a brighter green, 3-5 minutes.
    3. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook until the asparagus is just fork-tender. Avoid overcooking. Shake the pan occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
    4. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip

Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip

 
Photo & Recipe Source: FoodHero.org
Number of servings: 6
Time for preparation (including preparation and cooking): 5 minutes
 
Ingredients:
 
1⁄2 cup nonfat plain yogurt
1⁄4 cup peanut butter
3⁄4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
 
Directions:
 

  1. In a small bowl, mix together yogurt and peanut butter. Add cinnamon, if desired.
  2. Serve with slices of fruit or vegetables.
  3. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours.

Notes

  • To avoid peanut butter, try sunflower seed butter.

 

Leek and Mushroom Orzo

Leek and Mushroom Orzo

Recipe & Photo Source: FoodHero.org
 
Number of servings: 9
Time for preparation (including preparation and cooking): 45 minutes
 
Ingredients:
 
2 cups leeks, chopped
1 Tablespoon oil
2 cups mushrooms, sliced
1 cup dry orzo (rice shaped pasta)
2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 1⁄2 cups tomato, chopped
3 Tablespoons cream cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1⁄4 teaspoon each salt and pepper
 
Directions:
 

  1. Sauté leeks in oil in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the leeks are soft (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add mushrooms and cook until soft (about 5 minutes).
  3. Stir in the orzo and toast lightly, stirring frequently, for about 3 minutes.
  4. Add broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is almost tender, about 8 minutes.
  5. Add the tomatoes and simmer until orzo is tender (about 2 minutes).
  6. Remove from heat and stir in cream cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Serve warm.
  7. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

 

Zucchini Salad

Zucchini Salad

Recipe & Photo Source: FoodHero.org
 
Number of servings: 6
Time for preparation (including preparation and cooking): 10 minutes
 
Ingredients:
1 teaspoon oil
2 Tablespoons lemon juice
1⁄4 teaspoon dried oregano or basil
1⁄4 teaspoon each salt and pepper
5 cups zucchini rounds (about 4 small zucchini)
1⁄2 cup red or sweet onion (sliced thinly or chopped small)
1⁄4 cup shredded or grated Parmesan cheese
 
Directions:
 

  1. Mix oil, lemon juice, oregano or basil, salt and pepper together in large bowl.
  2. Add zucchini, onion and cheese. Mix gently. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
  3. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

  • Freeze extra lemon juice to use later.