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  • Healthy Back-to-School Lunch

    Healthy Back-to-School Lunch

    How to Make Healthy Back-to-School Lunch

    Here’s a healthy lunch that is quick, fun and tasty. Your child (and you) will love it!


    15 min prep time


    1serving


    1 lunch

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Spread mustard on the roll. Top it with turkey, cheese, and lettuce to make a sandwich.
    2. Spread 1/2 Tsp. hummus on 1 cucumber slice. Top it with 1/2 Tsp. sunflower seeds and top again with another cucumber slice to make a sandwich. Repeat the process.
    3. Assemble all meal components in a divided lunch container.
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    Nutrition facts

    1 Serving



    • Serving Size

      1 lunch


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      310

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      9g

      12%

      • Saturated Fat
        3.1g

        16%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      55mg

      18%

    • Sodium
      460mg

      20%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      34g

      12%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        15g

    • Protein
      30g

    • Potassium
      570mg

      12%

    Ingredients

    mustard
    1 tsp

    whole-grain dinner roll
    1

    lower sodium deli-style turkey breast
    2 oz

    reduced-fat cheddar cheese
    1/2 oz

    romaine lettuce leaf
    1

    hummus
    1 tsp

    cucumber(s)
    4 slices

    sunflower seeds
    1 tsp

    blueberries and sliced strawberries
    1/2 cup

    Greek yogurt tube
    1 (2-oz) packet

  • Haricots Verts with Hazelnuts (Fagiolini Alle Nocciole)

    Haricots Verts with Hazelnuts (Fagiolini Alle Nocciole)

    How to Make Haricots Verts with Hazelnuts (Fagiolini Alle Nocciole)

    The classic combination of green beans and hazelnuts is as healthful as it is tasty. Variations of this dish can be found throughout Italy during the appropriate season. Hazelnuts are one of the oldest cultivated crops in Europe; records of them being traded from the ports of Genoa go back to the 11th century. Currently, Turkey and Italy produce the majority of the world’s hazelnuts.


    5 min prep time


    15 min cook time


    6servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

    2. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add haricots verts. Reduce heat to medium and cook until just tender, 3–4 minutes. Drain, and plunge haricots verts into an ice-water bath to chill. Drain, and set aside. (This can be done up to a day in advance.)

    3. Heat 1 tablespoon. oil in a large, wide skillet over medium heat Add onion, salt, and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are light golden brown, 4–5 minutes.

    4. Meanwhile, place hazelnuts in a baking pan and toast in the oven until they darken, 5–7 minutes. Chop roughly and set aside.

    5. In a large skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon. olive oil over medium-high heat. Add haricots verts and cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 3 minutes. Add cooked onions and hazelnuts and cook 1 additional minute. Transfer to a serving dish, and serve.

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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      160

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      12g

      15%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.2g

        6%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      200mg

      9%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      13g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        6g

        21%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      4g

    • Potassium
      350mg

      7%

    Ingredients

    haricots verts (green beans), stem ends trimmed
    1 1/2 lbs

    extra virgin olive oil, divided
    2 tbsp

    yellow onion, diced
    1

    unrefined sea salt, divided
    1/2 tsp

    freshly ground black pepper
    1/8 tsp

    hazelnuts, blanched
    1/3 cup

  • Hara Freekeh Tahiri

    Hara Freekeh Tahiri

    How to Make Hara Freekeh Tahiri

    Freekeh (pronounced free-kah) is a grain food made from young green wheat that is roasted. Freekeh is prepared by harvesting wheat while the grains are green and the seeds are still soft. The wheat is sun-dried and roasted using a special technique. The wheat is then rubbed, and sometimes cracked. Hara Freekeh Tahiri is a fresh, healthy one-pot meal. Hara means green in Hindi. In this recipe, the green comes from the spinach, peas, and cilantro.

    This recipe from Indian Cuisine Diabetes Cookbook, by May Abraham Fridel.


    5 min prep time


    1 hr cook time


    8servings


    1/4 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Place cilantro, spinach, peas, and cold water into a blender and blend until very smooth. Set aside.
    2. Combine sunflower oil and ghee in a small bowl, then add mixture to a heavy-bottomed Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté for 6 minutes, or until transparent.
    3. Add ginger and garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add tomatoes and sauté for 1 minute.
    4. Add curry powder, star anise, and cinnamon sticks. Sauté for 1 minute.
    5. Add freekeh and toast, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until it becomes aromatic.
    6. Add stock and bring up to a boil. Then reduce heat to medium-low and bring mixture to a simmer. Cook, covered, for 45 minutes.
    7. Turn off heat, remove the whole spices, and gently stir in spinach and pea purée. Let stand, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
    8. Add salt, pepper, and garam masala; stir well and serve hot.
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    Nutrition facts

    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/4 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      240

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.8g

        4%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      420mg

      18%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      44g

      16%

      • Dietary Fiber
        12g

        43%
      • Total Sugars
        5g

    • Protein
      11g

    • Potassium
      620mg

      13%

    Ingredients

    cilantro (chopped)
    1 tbsp

    baby spinach (washed and blanched)
    12 oz

    frozen petite peas (cooked in boiling salted water for 3 minutes)
    12 oz

    water (cold)
    2 tbsp

    sunflower oil (1 tsp / 5 g)
    1 tsp

    ghee
    1 tsp

    red onions (finely diced)
    1 cup

    fresh ginger (finely minced)
    2 tsp

    garlic (finely minced)
    2 tsp

    tomato(es) (diced, fresh)
    1/2 cup

    curry powder (mild)
    1 tbsp

    2 pieces star anise
    2

    cinnamon sticks
    2

    whole-grain freekeh (soaked for 30 minutes, rinsed, and drained)
    2 cup

    vegetable or chicken stock (low-sodium)
    3 1/2 cup

    salt
    1 tsp

    black pepper (ground)
    1/2 tsp

    garam masala
    1/2 tsp

  • Grilled Zucchini with Feta Cheese

    Grilled Zucchini with Feta Cheese

    How to Make Grilled Zucchini with Feta Cheese

    Grilling is a quick and healthy way to eat more veggies. This recipe is simply delicious and an easy side that can be added to any meal. If you have any leftovers from this recipe, the grilled zucchini would go great in a breakfast omelet the next day.


    5 min prep time


    10 min cook time


    6servings


    1 zucchini half

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the grill to medium-high.
    2. Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the zucchini halves. Grill the zucchini 4-5 minutes per side, until tender.
    3. Remove the zucchini from the grill and sprinkle each with feta cheese.
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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 zucchini half


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      45

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.8g

        4%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      80mg

      3%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      3g

      1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        2g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      2g

    • Potassium
      260mg

      6%

    Ingredients

    zucchini (split in half lengthwise (ends trimmed))
    3

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    reduced-fat crumbled feta cheese
    1/4 cup

  • Guacamole Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

    Guacamole Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

    How to Make Guacamole Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

    This recipe is a perfect low-carb appetizer or snack. For an even shorter prep time, use store-bought guacamole to make this recipe.


    15 min prep time


    12servings


    2 tomatoes

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Cut out the stem of each cherry tomato, cutting deep enough to make a hole into the middle of the tomato without going through the other end.
    2. Scoop the insides of the tomato out and finely chop the insides of tomato and reserve for the guacamole. Place each scooped out tomato upside down on paper towels to drain.
    3. In a medium bowl, mash the avocado with a fork and mix in the scooped out tomato pieces, lime juice, garlic, 1 Tbsp. cilantro, salt (optional), and pepper.
    4. Scoop or pipe the guacamole into the hollowed out tomatoes, dividing it equally among each tomato. Sprinkle the remaining cilantro on top of each tomato.
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    Nutrition facts

    12 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 tomatoes


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      25

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      2g

      3%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.3g

        2%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      100mg

      4%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      2g

      <1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        1g

    • Protein
      1g

    • Potassium
      130mg

      3%

    Ingredients

    cherry tomatoes (round, not grape tomatoes)
    24

    ripe avocado
    1

    lime (juiced)
    1

    garlic (minced or grated)
    1 clove

    chopped fresh cilantro (divided use)
    2 tbsp

    salt
    1/2 tsp

    black pepper
    1/2 tsp

  • Ham and Edamame Chop Salad

    Ham and Edamame Chop Salad

    How to Make Ham and Edamame Chop Salad

    This recipe from The Diabetes Carb Control Cookbook, by Nancy S. Hughes. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.


    10 min prep time


    4servings


    2 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a small bowl, stir together the dressing ingredients.
    2. In a large bowl, combine the salad ingredients, except the eggs. Cut the eggs in half, discard two yolk halves, and chop the remaining eggs. Add eggs to the salad with the dressing and toss until well coated.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      200

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      9g

      12%

      • Saturated Fat
        2g

        10%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      70mg

      23%

    • Sodium
      530mg

      23%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      15g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%
      • Total Sugars
        5g

    • Protein
      17g

    • Potassium
      720mg

      15%

    Ingredients

    light mayonnaise
    1/4 cup

    sour cream (fat-free)
    1/3 cup

    medium garlic (minced)
    1 clove

    cider vinegar
    2

    dried dill (dried)
    1 tbsp

    romaine lettuce (chopped)
    6 cup

    fresh shelled edamame
    1 cup

    extra-lean ham (diced)
    4 oz

    medium cucumber (peeled and chopped)
    1/2

    green bell pepper (diced)
    1/2 cup

    red onion (diced)
    1/3 cup

    Swiss cheese (very thinly sliced, reduced-fat, torn in small pieces)
    2 oz

    large hard boiled eggs (peeled and halved)
    2

  • Grilled Vegetable Pizza

    Grilled Vegetable Pizza

    How to Make Grilled Vegetable Pizza

    A long recipe but worth the work! This flavorful, unique dish will be a hit when you have company over!

    Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Cookbook. To order dierctly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.


    1 hr and 25 min prep time


    15 min cook time


    8servings


    2 slices

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Set up a mixer fitted with the dough hook attachment. If you do not have a mixer, set up the food processor. You will also need plastic wrap and wax paper eventually for this recipe production.
    2. Add warm water, yeast and Splenda Brown Sugar to the mixing bowl or food processor bowl and let the yeast bloom for 5 minutes. The yeast should begin to get frothy.
    3. Add the flour and salt (optional) and mix on low until flour is incorporated. If using a mixer with the dough hook attachment, turn the speed up to medium and knead the dough for 5 minutes. If using a food processor, turn the dough onto a clean, floured board or counter top and knead by hand for 5-7 minutes. If the dough is too sticky, add a Tbsp. of flour at a time until it forms a smooth dough.
    4. Add kneaded dough to a large bowl coated with cooking spray, cover and put in a warm place for one hour to rise.
    5. While the dough is rising, prepare an indoor or outdoor grill. If using a charcoal grill, preheat the oven to 300 degrees as well.
    6. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic and basil. Set aside.
    7. Coat the vegetables with cooking spray and grill on both sides for 7-9 minutes or until just cooked through.
    8. Remove the vegetables from the grill and dice while still warm. Add the warm, diced vegetables to the dressing and toss to coat. Set aside.
    9. Once the dough has risen for an hour, punch the dough down and form into a ball. Knead the dough for one minute and then cover to rest for 2 minutes.
    10. Once the dough has rested, divide the dough into two balls. Keep the dough you are not working with covered with plastic wrap.
    11. Dust your board or countertop with a little bit of flour. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough into an 8-9 inch round that is between a 1/4 and 1/2 inch thick. Spray a piece of wax paper that is just larger than the crust with cooking spray and lay the pizza crust on the wax paper. Spray another piece of wax the same size and lay it, sprayed side down, on top of the crust. Set aside.
    12. Repeat this same process for the second dough ball.
    13. To cook the pizza, have the crusts, marinated vegetables and cheese ready at the grill. Turn the grill heat to low and place the two pizza crusts on the grill (or you can do them one at a time for easier management). Let the crust grill for 3-4 minutes or until crispy on the bottom. Turn the crust over and divide the vegetable mixture and marinade equally among the two pizzas, spreading to about 1/2 inch of the edge. Top each pizza with half the feta cheese and close the grill lid. Let the pizza finish grilling for another 3-4 minutes. Turn the flame off of the grill and leave the lid closed for another two minutes. If using a charcoal grill, preheat your oven to 300 degrees and move the pizzas to the oven for 5 minutes.
    14. Remove the pizzas and top each with 1 Tsp. of dried oregano then slice each pizza into 8 pieces.
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    Nutrition facts

    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 slices


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      180

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      4.5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.4g

        7%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      5mg

      2%

    • Sodium
      310mg

      13%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      31g

      11%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        5g

    • Protein
      9g

    • Potassium
      490mg

      10%

    Ingredients

    warm water (around 100 degrees)
    1 cup

    low-calorie brown sugar substitute
    1 tbsp

    active dry yeast
    1 packet

    whole wheat flour
    2 cup

    salt
    1/2 tsp

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    balsamic vinegar
    1/4 cup

    garlic (grated or minced)
    2 clove

    fresh basil (minced)
    1 tbsp

    medium zucchini (sliced lengthwise into thirds)
    2

    yellow bell pepper (seeded and sliced into fourths)
    1

    red bell pepper (seeded and sliced into fourths)
    1

    baby bella muchrooms (cremini, stemmed)
    8

    feta cheese (reduced-fat)
    3 1/2 oz

    dried oregano (dried, divided)
    2 tsp

  • Grilled Vegetable Pasta Salad

    Grilled Vegetable Pasta Salad

    How to Make Grilled Vegetable Pasta Salad

    To make this side dish a meal, add chopped up cooked chicken or shrimp to it.


    20 min prep time


    10servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Prepare an indoor or outdoor grill.
    2. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt.
    3. Coat all of the vegetables with cooking spray and grill for 7-10 minutes, turning frequently.
    4. Remove vegetables from grill and dice.
    5. Drain the cooked pasta and immediately add the diced grilled vegetables to the hot pasta. Add the olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt (optional), and ground black pepper and stir well to coat. Serve this dish warm or cold.
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    Nutrition facts

    10 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      95

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      2.5g

      3%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.4g

        2%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      5mg

      <1%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      16g

      6%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      4g

    • Potassium
      290mg

      6%

    Ingredients

    whole wheat rotini or penne pasta (uncooked)
    2 cup

    asparagus (ends trimmed)
    1 lbs

    zucchini (sliced 1/4 inch thick lengthwise)
    2

    small eggplant (peeled and sliced 1/2 inch thick lengthwise)
    1

    large red bell pepper (seeded and cut in half lengthwise)
    1

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    olive oil
    1 1/2 tbsp

    garlic (minced)
    1 clove

    dried oregano (chopped)
    1 tbsp

    salt (optional)
    1/2 tsp

    black pepper
    1/2 tsp

  • Grilled Turkey Tenderloin with Mango Salsa – Quick Recipe

    Grilled Turkey Tenderloin with Mango Salsa – Quick Recipe

    How to Make Grilled Turkey Tenderloin with Mango Salsa – Quick Recipe

    Turkey tenderloins are a lean meat and can be found by the ground turkey at the grocery store. If you cant find turkey tenderloin, you can always substitute pork tenderloin in this recipe.


    1 hr prep time


    5servings


    4 ounces

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Season tenderloins with garlic powder and black pepper.
    2. In a medium bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients. Place the tenderloins in a large plastic storage bag. Pour marinade over tenderloins and coat well. Seal bag and refrigerate 1 hour or overnight.
    3. Spray grill with cooking spray and preheat to medium-high.
    4. Remove tenderloins from marinade, discarding any remaining marinade. Grill tenderloins turning frequently, about 25 minutes or until done and internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
    5. While turkey is grilling prepare mango salsa. In a small bowl, combine all mango salsa ingredients and mix well.
    6. Slice the tenderloins into about 3/4-inch slices and spread mango salsa evenly over tenderloins.
    7. TIME-SAVING TIP: Use frozen mangoes to make the salsa. You can defrost in your refrigerator in the morning and dice them up for dinner time.
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    Nutrition facts

    5 Servings



    • Serving Size

      4 ounces


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      205

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      4.5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.7g

        4%

    • Cholesterol
      75mg

      25%

    • Sodium
      50mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      14g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%

    • Protein
      28g

    Ingredients

    garlic powder or salt
    1/4 tsp

    turkey breast tenderloin (skinless, boneless)
    1 1/4 lbs

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    Juice of 1 medium orange
    1

    Juice of 1 lemon
    1

    vegetable oil
    1 tbsp

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
    1 pinch

    olive oil
    2 tsp

    rice wine vinegar
    1 tbsp

    large mango (finely diced, for salsa)
    1

    red onion (finely diced, for salsa)
    1/3 cup

    red bell pepper (finely diced, for salsa)
    1/2 cup

    jalapeño pepper (minced, optional for salsa)
    1 tbsp

  • Grilled Vegetable Napoleon

    Grilled Vegetable Napoleon

    How to Make Grilled Vegetable Napoleon

    This recipe uses non-fat plain Greek yogurt to stretch the goat cheese. This also works for cream cheese! You still get the great flavor and texture of the cheese without all of the extra fat.


    20 min prep time


    4servings


    1 Napoleon

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat an indoor or outdoor grill.
    2. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar and ground black pepper.
    3. Add sliced zucchini, squash, bell pepper and eggplant to marinade and let sit for 5 minutes.
    4. Grill the vegetables about 2-3 minutes on both sides.
    5. Once grilled, cut the zucchini, eggplant and squash in half width-wise so that you have 8 pieces of each and set aside to cool.
    6. In a medium bowl, whisk together goat cheese, yogurt, garlic, oregano and ground black pepper.
    7. Lay 1 piece of eggplant on a plate, top with 1 heaping Tbsp. of cheese mixture, top that with two slices of zucchini, then top with another heaping Tbsp. of cheese mixture. Top that with 1 slice of bell pepper then another heaping Tbsp. of cheese mixture. Top that with two slices of yellow squash, then another heaping Tbsp. of cheese mixture and then the other slice of eggplant. Sprinkle with 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil. Repeat process for three more Napoleons.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 Napoleon


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      170

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      7g

      9%

      • Saturated Fat
        2.8g

        14%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      10mg

      3%

    • Sodium
      80mg

      3%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      19g

      7%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%
      • Total Sugars
        10g

    • Protein
      11g

    • Potassium
      580mg

      12%

    Ingredients

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    balsamic vinegar
    2 tbsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    medium zucchini (sliced lengthwise into 4 slices)
    1

    medium yellow squash (sliced lengthwise into 4 slices)
    1

    orange bell pepper (sliced into 4 slices)
    1

    small eggplant (sliced lengthwise into 4 slices)
    1

    goat cheese (chevre) (softened)
    1/4 cup

    Plain Nonfat Greek yogurt
    1 cup

    garlic (minced or grated)
    1 clove

    minced fresh oregano
    1 tbsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    chopped fresh basil
    1/4 cup