Tag: low sodium

  • Roasted Fall Vegetables

    Roasted Fall Vegetables

    How to Make Roasted Fall Vegetables

    So easy—just three steps from start to finish. Roasting wakes up the sweetest flavors in these veggies.


    10 min prep time


    25 min cook time


    11servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with the cooking spray.
    2. In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients. Pour the vegetables onto the prepared baking sheet.
    3. Bake on the lower oven rack for 25 minutes.
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    Nutrition facts

    11 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      60

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      4g

      5%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.6g

        3%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      140mg

      6%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      7g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        2g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      2g

    • Potassium
      290mg

      6%

    Ingredients

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    cauliflower (cut into small florets)
    1 head (about 1 lb)

    fresh Brussels sprouts (trimmed and cut in half)
    1 lbs

    baby carrots
    2 cup

    olive oil
    3 tbsp

    salt
    1/2 tsp

    black pepper
    1/2 tsp

  • Roasted Cauliflower

    Roasted Cauliflower

    How to Make Roasted Cauliflower

    Not a big veggie fan? Try roasting your vegetables. Roasting vegetables is one of the easiest and tastiest ways to prepare them.


    10 min prep time


    20 min cook time


    6servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
    2. In a small bowl, mix together the cauliflower, olive oil, black pepper and salt. Pour the mixture onto baking sheet.
    3. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the cauliflower tips are slightly brown and tender.
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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      80

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.8g

        4%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      140mg

      6%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      7g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      3g

    • Potassium
      420mg

      9%

    Ingredients

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    large cauliflower head (cut into small florets)
    1

    olive oil
    2 tbsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    salt
    1/4 tsp

  • Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

    Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

    How to Make Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

    Add this simple, low carb side dish to your favorite protein entree. Roasting enhances the flavor of Brussels sprouts, and turkey bacon adds a delicious salt, savoriness. You could use fresh or frozen Brussels sprouts here.


    5 min prep time


    45 min cook time


    5servings


    6 Brussels sprouts (about 1/2 cup)

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
    2. Place Brussels sprouts in a bowl and add oil; toss to coat.
    3. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
    4. Place Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes or crisp on the outside.
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    Nutrition facts

    5 Servings



    • Serving Size

      6 Brussels sprouts (about 1/2 cup)


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      100

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      7g

      9%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.1g

        6%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      5mg

      2%

    • Sodium
      90mg

      4%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      7g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%
      • Total Sugars
        2g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      4g

    • Potassium
      290mg

      6%

    Ingredients

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    frozen Brussels sprouts (thawed)
    1 lbs

    olive oil
    2 tbsp

    black pepper
    1/2 tsp

    turkey bacon (extra lean, cut into 1-inch pieces)
    3 slice

  • Roasted Asparagus Salad

    Roasted Asparagus Salad

    How to Make Roasted Asparagus Salad

    Asparagus is a spring vegetable that you are sure to find in the produce section during April. Steam it, grill it, or try this quick and easy recipe for a delicious asparagus side dish!


    5 min prep time


    2servings


    4 spears

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
    2. Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on the baking sheet. Sprinkle the walnuts around the asparagus. Lightly spray the asparagus with cooking spray. Roll back and forth to coat.
    3. Roast for 5 minutes. Using tongs, turn the asparagus over gently. Roast for 4 minutes, or until the walnuts begin to brown. Transfer to a plate.
    4. Spoon the vinaigrette over the asparagus and walnuts. Roll back and forth to coat. Sprinkle with the pepper. Let stand for 10 minutes so the flavors blend.
    5. Cook’s Tip: Be sure to dry the asparagus thoroughly before cooking or it will not brown properly.
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    Nutrition facts

    2 Servings



    • Serving Size

      4 spears


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      45

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3.5g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.3g

        2%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      85mg

      4%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      3g

      1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        1g

    • Protein
      2g

    Ingredients

    medium asparagus spears (trimmed and patted very dry)
    8

    walnuts (chopped)
    1 tbsp

    light balsamic vinaigrette
    2 tsp

    Pepper, to taste (coarsely ground preferred)
    1

  • Roasted Baby Carrots

    Roasted Baby Carrots

    How to Make Roasted Baby Carrots

    Roasting brings out the natural flavor and sweetness in these carrots. We used parsley here, but you could use other fresh herbs like tarragon, dill, mint, thyme, rosemary, or a combination.


    5 min prep time


    20 min cook time


    8servings


    1/3 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.

    2. In a small bowl, mix together the carrots and olive oil. Pour the mixture onto the baking sheet.

    3. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the carrots are tender.

    4. Place the carrots into a bowl and mix with the honey or artificial sweetener. Sprinkle the carrots with parsley or other herbs.

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    Nutrition facts

    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/3 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      50

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0g

        0%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      45mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      7g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        5g

    • Protein
      0g

    • Potassium
      137mg

      3%

    Ingredients

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    baby carrots
    1 lbs

    olive oil
    1 1/2 tbsp

    honey or 2 packets artificial sweetener
    1 tbsp

    chopped fresh parsley or 1 tsp dried parsley
    1 tbsp

  • Roasted and Spiced Chickpeas

    Roasted and Spiced Chickpeas

    How to Make Roasted and Spiced Chickpeas

    This high-fiber snack is a much healthier choice than chips and is a great alternative for those with nut allergies. Place in small bowls or ramekins at your next party. Eat them as a snack or use them as a crunchy topping on soups or salads.


    5 min prep time


    6servings


    1/4 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
    2. In a medium bowl mix together garbanzo beans, 1 Tbsp. olive oil, cinnamon, cumin, chili powder and salt.
    3. Spread garbanzo bean mixture evenly on baking sheet. Bake for 40-45 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until beans are crispy and dry.
    4. Remove from oven and place hot beans in a medium bowl. Add 1 Tbsp. olive oil and Splenda brown sugar blend. Mix well.
    5. Pour beans on parchment paper and allow to cool for 20 minutes.
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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/4 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      120

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      6g

      8%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.7g

        4%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      170mg

      7%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      15g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      4g

    • Potassium
      135mg

      3%

    Ingredients

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    garbanzo beans (15.5-ounce, rinsed and drained (dry well))
    1 can

    olive oil (divided)
    2 tbsp

    ground cinnamon
    1 tsp

    cumin
    1 tsp

    chili powder
    1/4 tsp

    salt (optional)
    1/4 tsp

    low-calorie brown sugar substitute
    1 1/2 tbsp

  • Red, White, and Blue Pudding Trifle

    Red, White, and Blue Pudding Trifle

    How to Make Red, White, and Blue Pudding Trifle

    This quick, low-fat dessert will be a crowd pleaser and it’s beautiful colors make it a great dish to celebrate 4th of July!


    15 min prep time


    16servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a large bowl, prepare pudding according to package directions. Cool in refrigerator for 5 minutes
    2. Fold whipped topping into pudding and incorporate well.
    3. In a trifle bowl, spread 1/3 pudding mixture in bottom of bowl. Top with 2 cups raspberries; spread evenly. Layer another 1/3 of pudding mixture and top with 2 cups blueberries; spread evenly. Spread remaining pudding mixture on top of blueberries. Top pudding with 1/2 cup blueberries, 1/2 cup raspberries and all of strawberries.
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    Nutrition facts

    16 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      75

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      2g

      3%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.6g

        8%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      100mg

      4%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      15g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        10g

    • Protein
      2g

    • Potassium
      135mg

      3%

    Ingredients

    instant vanilla pudding mix (sugar-free, fat-free)
    1 oz

    milk (fat-free)
    2 cup

    light whipped topping (thawed)
    8 oz

    raspberries (divided)
    2 1/2 cup

    blueberries (divided)
    2 1/2 cup

    strawberries (sliced)
    1 1/2 cup

  • Red Lentil Dal with Jicama “Chips”

    Red Lentil Dal with Jicama “Chips”

    How to Make Red Lentil Dal with Jicama “Chips”

    Dal is a thick Indian lentil stew that’s often served with naan flatbread. You can reduce the grams of carbohydrate by serving this dal with peeled and sliced jicama. It’s a crunchy, slightly sweet vegetable that looks like a potato.


    10 min prep time


    25 min cook time


    12servings


    1/3 cup dal, 3 jicama chips

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Add olive oil to a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic and ginger until onions turn clear (about 4 minutes).
    2. Add lentils and stir to coat with oil. Add the broth and soy sauce. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
    3. Pureé the lentils using an immersion blender or food processor and stir in scallions.
    4. Peel the jicama and slice into nine rounds. Cut each round into quarters. Use the raw jicama to dip into the dal.
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    Nutrition facts

    12 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/3 cup dal, 3 jicama chips


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      140

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      1g

      1%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.1g

        <1%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      90mg

      4%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      25g

      9%

      • Dietary Fiber
        10g

        36%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      9g

    • Potassium
      460mg

      10%

    Ingredients

    olive oil
    1 tsp

    small onion (diced)
    1

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    fresh ginger (grated)
    1 tbsp

    dry red lentils
    2 cup

    low sodium vegetable broth (low-sodium)
    3 1/2 cup

    soy sauce (reduced-sodium)
    1 tbsp

    green onion (scallion) (chopped)
    2

    jicama
    1

  • Ratatouille

    Ratatouille

    How to Make Ratatouille

    This is another great side dish for the holidays. It’s packed with vegetables and is relatively low in calories.


    6servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
    2. Add remaining ingredients and cook 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      70

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      2.5g

      3%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.4g

        2%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      60mg

      3%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      11g

      4%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        5g

    • Protein
      2g

    • Potassium
      480mg

      10%

    Ingredients

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    medium eggplant (cubed)
    1

    small zucchini (sliced)
    2

    green bell pepper (chopped)
    1

    canned tomatoes (crushed)
    1 cup

    salt (optional)
    1/2 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

  • Rajas Poblanos and Skirt Steak Tacos

    Rajas Poblanos and Skirt Steak Tacos

    How to Make Rajas Poblanos and Skirt Steak Tacos

    If you can’t find poblano peppers in the grocery store, you can use green or red bell peppers in this recipe instead.


    30 min prep time


    20 min cook time


    4servings


    2 tacos

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat an indoor or outdoor grill.
    2. Add the oil to a large non-stick sauté pan over medium high heat. Add the garlic, poblano pepper, onion, chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper (optional), salt (optional), and pepper. Sauté for 8-10 minutes until the vegetables are soft and starting to caramelize.
    3. Stir in the cheese and set aside.
    4. Season the skirt steak with additional salt (optional) and ground black pepper. Grill on both sides until the steak is medium doneness. Set the steak aside to rest.
    5. Once the steak has rested, chop it into small pieces and stir into the pepper mixture over medium heat until steak has just cooked through.
    6. Divide the meat and pepper mixture evenly among the 8 tortillas, then top each taco with chopped tomato and shredded lettuce.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 tacos


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      310

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      12g

      15%

      • Saturated Fat
        3.3g

        17%
      • Trans Fats
        0.2g

    • Cholesterol
      40mg

      13%

    • Sodium
      410mg

      18%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      36g

      13%

      • Dietary Fiber
        6g

        21%
      • Total Sugars
        6g

    • Protein
      19g

    • Potassium
      690mg

      15%

    Ingredients

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    large poblano peppers (seeded and thinly sliced)
    2

    small onion (thinly sliced)
    1

    chili powder
    1 tbsp

    ground cumin
    1 tsp

    cayenne pepper
    1/4 tsp

    salt
    1/2 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    shredded, reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
    1/4 cup

    skirt steak
    1/2 lbs

    6-inch corn tortillas
    8

    large tomatoes (diced)
    2

    shredded lettuce
    4 cup