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  • Stuffed Brussels Sprouts Bites – Foodie Recipe

    Stuffed Brussels Sprouts Bites – Foodie Recipe

    How to Make Stuffed Brussels Sprouts Bites – Foodie Recipe

    These make for a unique holiday appetizer or side dish that your guests will love.


    20 min prep time


    12servings


    2 bites

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
    2. Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and cut them in half, lengthwise. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and blanch the sprouts for 2 minutes, drain and set aside.
    3. Using a melon baller or Tsp. measure, core the sprouts, set aside the shells and roughly chop the scooped cores.
    4. Add olive oil to a medium sauté pan over medium heat. Add bacon and sauté until almost crisp. Add the chopped sprouts and garlic and sauté for a 3-4 more minutes until the sprouts have softened.
    5. In a bowl, mix together the goat cheese, milk, salt (optional), black pepper and parmesan cheese. Add the sautéed bacon and sprouts and mix thoroughly.
    6. Divide the filling mixture evenly among each sprout core (about a rounded Tsp.). Lay sprouts on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until the filled sprouts are a golden brown. Serve warm.
    Veggie Rich
    Low Carb
    Low Sodium
    Appetizers
    Sides
    Foodie
    Holidays & Entertaining
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    12 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 bites


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      45

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3.5g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.4g

        7%

    • Cholesterol
      5mg

      2%

    • Sodium
      70mg

      3%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      2g

      <1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        1g

    • Protein
      3g

    • Potassium
      90mg
      2%

    Ingredients

    Large Brussels sprouts
    12

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    lean turkey bacon (diced)
    3 slice

    garlic (minced)
    1 clove

    soft goat cheese
    3 oz

    skim milk
    2 tbsp

    salt (optional)
    1/2 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    Parmesan cheese (grated)
    1 tbsp

  • Spinach, Tomato and Feta Cheese Baked Egg

    Spinach, Tomato and Feta Cheese Baked Egg

    How to Make Spinach, Tomato and Feta Cheese Baked Egg

    If you like to wake up with a hearty egg breakfast, you’ll love this quick and easy recipe.


    5 min prep time


    10 min cook time


    4servings


    1/4 of recipe

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

    2. Spray 4 ramekins with cooking spray. Combine the spinach, tomato, feta cheese, and oregano; evenly distribute into ramekins. .

    3. Place egg over spinach mixture and bake until egg whites are set but the yolks are still soft, about 10-12 minutes

    Low Sodium
    Low Carb
    American
    Vegetarian
    Breakfast and Brunch
    Quick & Easy
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/4 of recipe


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      80

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      4.5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      165mg

      55%

    • Sodium
      170mg

      7%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      1g

      <1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        0g

        0%
      • Total Sugars
        0g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      7g

    • Potassium
      109mg
      2%

    Ingredients

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    spinach (chiffonade (this means finely chopped))
    1/2 cup

    tomato(es) (small dice)
    1/4 cup

    feta cheese (fat-free)
    2 tbsp

    fresh oregano (minced)
    1 tsp

    medium eggs
    4

  • Spinach and Pine Nut Quinoa

    Spinach and Pine Nut Quinoa

    How to Make Spinach and Pine Nut Quinoa

    Make this recipe the same week you make the Spinach Pesto Halibut since it uses a lot of the same ingredients. This nutrition-packed side dish would go great with fish, chicken or pork.


    15 min prep time


    6servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Cook quinoa according to package directions with chicken broth.
    2. Heat olive oil in a sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add spinach and sauté for about 5 minutes.
    3. Pour cooked quinoa in a medium bowl; add spinach and remaining ingredients and mix well.
    Low Sodium
    Quick & Easy
    Lunch
    Gluten-Free
    Sides
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    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      180

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      8g

      10%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.1g

        6%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      90mg

      4%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      22g

      8%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      7g

    • Potassium
      430mg
      9%

    Ingredients

    quinoa
    1 cup

    low sodium vegetable broth
    2 cup

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    baby spinach leaves
    6 oz

    pine nuts (toasted)
    1/4 cup

    black pepper
    1/8 tsp

    Parmesan (freshly grated)
    2 tbsp

  • Spicy Apricot-Glazed Pork with Sweet Potatoes and Peppers

    Spicy Apricot-Glazed Pork with Sweet Potatoes and Peppers

    How to Make Spicy Apricot-Glazed Pork with Sweet Potatoes and Peppers

    This recipe is healthy, quick and budget-friendly. It makes a tasty meal, complete with nonstarchy vegetables, starchy potatoes, and lean pork tenderloin.


    10 min prep time


    30 min cook time


    4servings


    3 oz pork and 2/3 cup vegetable mixture

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Season the pork with black pepper and garlic powder. Place the pork in a baking dish.
    2. In a small bowl, mix together the apricot preserves, red pepper flakes, and oregano. Microwave the glaze for 1-2 minutes, until the mixture gets thin and easy to stir. Pour the glaze over pork tenderloin and coat it evenly.
    3. Spread the sweet potatoes and green peppers around the pork. Bake for 30 minutes or until the pork is done. (When it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F).
    Fiber Focused
    Low Sodium
    Budget Friendly
    Gluten-Free
    Dinner
    Quick & Easy
    Main Dish
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      3 oz pork and 2/3 cup vegetable mixture


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      190

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      60mg

      20%

    • Sodium
      60mg

      3%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      17g

      6%

      • Dietary Fiber
        6g

        21%
      • Total Sugars
        5g

    • Protein
      23g

    • Potassium
      680mg
      14%

    Ingredients

    pork tenderloin
    1 lbs

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    garlic powder
    1/2 tsp

    sugar-free apricot preserves
    1/2 cup

    crushed red pepper flakes
    1/4 tsp

    dried oregano
    1/4 tsp

    large sweet potato (peeled and cubed)
    1

    large green bell pepper (cut into 1-inch strips)
    1

  • Sparkling Strawberry Mint Water

    Sparkling Strawberry Mint Water

    How to Make Sparkling Strawberry Mint Water

    Quench your thirst with fizzy, flavored water, not just plain ol’ water. At just 5 calories, it’s refreshing and tasty.


    5 min prep time


    0 min cook time


    4servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Puree the strawberries, mint leaves, lemon juice, and 1/2 cup of the sparkling water in a blender on low speed until smooth, at least 30 seconds.

    2. Pour the puree into a serving pitcher. Very slowly pour in the remaining sparkling water.

    3. Serve chilled over ice in tall beverage glasses. Garnish each with a sprig of fresh mint.

    Low Sodium
    Low Carb
    Kid Friendly
    American
    Vegetarian
    Vegan
    Holidays & Entertaining
    Beverages
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      5

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      0g

      0%

      • Saturated Fat
        0g

        0%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      45mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      1g

      <1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        0g

        0%
      • Total Sugars
        1g

    • Protein
      0g

    • Potassium
      32mg
      <1%

    Ingredients

    sparkling water (divided)
    3 1/2 cup

    lemon juice
    2 tsp

    fresh mint ( plus 4 mint sprigs, divided)
    4 leaves

    strawberries (stemmed)
    4 large

  • Spaghetti Squash with Pine Nuts and Sage

    Spaghetti Squash with Pine Nuts and Sage

    How to Make Spaghetti Squash with Pine Nuts and Sage

    I remember making my first spaghetti squash when I was a teenager. My sister and I had so much fun combing out strands of the squash as you would spaghetti. We always called spaghetti squash “our” spaghetti. This version is much more grown up with the flavors of sage and cheese, but to be honest, I could still top spaghetti squash with a little marinara sauce and call it a meal.


    10 min prep time


    1 hr cook time


    6servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the squash halves cut-side down on a parchment paper–lined baking sheet and roast for about 50 minutes, or until tender.

    2. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, shallot, and garlic and sauté for 4 minutes. Add in the pine nuts and cook for 2 minutes until the pine nuts are lightly browned. Set aside.

    3. When the squash is cooked, turn over squash to cut side up. With a pasta rake or large spoon, scoop the flesh from the squash shell. The flesh will come out like strands of spaghetti. 

    4. Add the squash to a large serving bowl and rake through the strands to keep them separated. Add in the pine nut mixture, cheese, sage, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Toss well and serve.

    Low Sodium
    Low Carb
    Italian
    Comfort Food
    Vegetarian
    Sides
    Gluten-Free
    Dinner
    Lunch
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    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      120

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      6g

      8%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      120mg

      5%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      16g

      6%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        6g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      3g

    • Potassium
      267mg
      6%

    Ingredients

    medium spaghetti squash (halved and seeded)
    1 (about 2 lbs)

    olive oil
    2 tsp

    onion(s) (minced)
    1

    large shallot (minced)
    1

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    pine nuts
    1/4 cup

    Pecorino Romano cheese (freshly grated)
    2 tbsp

    minced fresh sage
    1 tbsp

    crushed red pepper flakes (crushed)
    1/4 tsp

    sea salt
    to taste

    freshly ground black pepper
    to taste

  • Slow-Cooker Flank Steak Tacos

    Slow-Cooker Flank Steak Tacos

    How to Make Slow-Cooker Flank Steak Tacos

    Looking for an easy way to make amazing tacos with a Tex-Mex flair? Break out your slow cooker or Instant Pot, prep in the morning, and come home to tender braised taco meat when you walk through the door in the evening. Flank steak is a leaner cut of red meat, which makes it very heart healthy and great for a diabetes meal plan. That also means that the low-and-slow style of the slow cooker is perfect. When it comes to toppings, get creative. Avocados, pico de gallo, shredded lettuce, hot sauce, and a sprinkle of cheese are all great additions to these tasty tacos.


    10 min prep time


    6 hr cook time


    12servings


    1 taco

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Place the flank steak in a slow-cooker. Sprinkle the meat with chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder. Pour the lime juice over the steak. Pour in the water.
    2. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until done. Shred the steak with a fork.
    3. Scoop about 1 1/2 ounces steak into each tortilla. Top each taco with 1 Tbsp. pico de gallo.
    CKD Dialysis
    CKD Non-Dialysis
    Kidney-Friendly
    Low Sodium
    Mexican/Southwestern
    Gluten-Free
    Slow Cooker
    Quick & Easy
    Dinner
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    12 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 taco


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      130

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      4g

      5%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      20mg

      7%

    • Sodium
      40mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      13g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        1g

    • Protein
      11g

    • Potassium
      240mg
      5%

    Ingredients

    flank steak
    1 1/4 lbs

    chili powder
    2 tsp

    cumin
    1 tsp

    garlic powder
    1 tsp

    lime (juiced)
    1

    water
    1/2 cup

    6-inch corn tortillas
    12

    pico de gallo
    3/4 cup

  • Simple Summer Cucumber and Tomato Salad

    Simple Summer Cucumber and Tomato Salad

    How to Make Simple Summer Cucumber and Tomato Salad

    Don’t let this simple salad fool you – it may be simple but it’s also incredibly refreshing and delicious. It makes the perfect side at a summer barbecue!


    15 min prep time


    4servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Cut each cucumber half in half and slice into large chunks. Cut cherry tomatoes in half. 

    2. Place the cucumber in a salad bowl with the cherry tomatoes.

    3. In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and tomatoes and serve.

    Low Sodium
    Veggie Rich
    Low Carb
    Mediterranean
    Salads
    Vegetarian
    Sides
    Quick & Easy
    No Cook
    Holidays & Entertaining
    Gluten-Free
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    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      70

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.7g

        4%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      5mg

      <1%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      4g

      1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      1g

    • Potassium
      275mg
      6%

    Ingredients

    cucumber(s) (peeled and cut in half)
    1 large

    cherry tomatoes
    10 1/2 oz

    red wine vinegar
    2 tbsp

    black pepper
    1/8 tsp

    olive oil
    1 1/2 tbsp

    pinch salt (optional)
    1

  • Shrimp with Creamy Arugula Pesto

    Shrimp with Creamy Arugula Pesto

    How to Make Shrimp with Creamy Arugula Pesto

    Greek yogurt and cashews make for a deliciously creamy pesto to top poached shrimp or fish fillets.


    15 min prep time


    6 min cook time


    6servings


    Heaping 1/3 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Bring water and salt-free seasoning to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce heat to just barely a simmer and add shrimp. Cook 6 minutes or until shrimp are pink and just cooked through.
    2. While shrimp is cooking, add the arugula, yogurt, garlic, olive oil, cashews, Parmesan cheese and black pepper to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
    3. Drain shrimp and toss with the pesto while shrimp are still hot.
    CKD Dialysis
    CKD Non-Dialysis
    Kidney-Friendly
    Low Sodium
    Low Carb
    Seafood
    Italian
    Foodie
    Quick & Easy
    Lunch
    Dinner
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    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      Heaping 1/3 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      130

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      6g

      8%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.2g

        6%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      115mg

      38%

    • Sodium
      100mg

      4%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      3g

      1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        1g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      17g

    • Potassium
      280mg
      6%

    Ingredients

    water
    3 cup

    salt-free seasoning such as Salt-Free Spike or Mrs. Dash
    1 tbsp

    medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
    1 1/4 lbs

    arugula
    4 cup

    Plain Nonfat Greek yogurt
    1/4 cup

    garlic
    2 clove

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    unsalted cashews
    1/4 cup

    Parmesan cheese (shredded)
    1/4 cup

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

  • Shaved Asparagus, Radish and Parmesan Salad

    Shaved Asparagus, Radish and Parmesan Salad

    How to Make Shaved Asparagus, Radish and Parmesan Salad

    Never tried asparagus raw? This is your chance! Parmesan cheese, tangy Dijon mustard and lemon in this dressing are a bold accompaniment for the thinly sliced asparagus and peppery radishes.


    20 min prep time


    4servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a large salad bowl, whisk together lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, ground black pepper, Parmesan cheese and olive oil.
    2. Trim woody ends off of asparagus and discard. Trim heads off asparagus and toss in the bowl with the salad dressing.
    3. Using a vegetable peeler, shave asparagus stalks lengthwise and toss with the dressing in the bowl (or slice the asparagus using a slicing blade on a food processor).
    4. Shave radishes with the peeler, mandolin or slicing blade on the food processor. Toss with rest of salad ingredients.
    Low Sodium
    Low Carb
    Veggie Rich
    Foodie
    Vegetarian
    Sides
    Salads
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    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      90

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      8g

      10%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.4g

        7%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      130mg

      6%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      5g

      2%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        2g

    • Protein
      3g

    • Potassium
      210mg
      4%

    Ingredients

    small radishes
    6

    Parmesan cheese (grated)
    2 tbsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    garlic (grated or minced)
    1 clove

    olive oil
    2 tbsp

    Dijon Mustard
    1 tbsp

    lemon (zested and juiced (about 1/4 cup juice))
    1

    large asparagus spears ((1 lb))
    1 bunch