Tag: low sodium

  • Crispy Baked Broccoli

    Crispy Baked Broccoli

    How to Make Crispy Baked Broccoli

    Here’s a tasty and easy vegetable dish that you can make using a budget-friendly bag of frozen broccoli. Aim to fill half of your plate with nonstarchy vegetables like broccoli, carrots, greens and more!


    4servings


    1/4 of recipe

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 375 degreed F.

    2. Prep a cookie sheet with nonstick cooking spray.

    3. Defrost the broccoli and drain.

    4. Combine the remaining ingredients in a gallon-sized Ziploc bag. Add the broccoli florets to the plastic bag and shake until coated.

    5. Place the florets on the prepared baking sheet with space between them. Discard the leftover marinade.

    6. Bake for 45 minutes to an hour. The broccoli will be soft inside but crisp at the edges.

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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/4 of recipe


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      80

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      4g

      5%

      • Saturated Fat
        0g

        0%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      170mg

      7%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      6g

      2%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      2g

    • Potassium
      267mg

      6%

    Ingredients

    Nonstick cooking spray
    1

    frozen broccoli florets (16-ounce)
    1 package

    garlic powder
    1 tsp

    onion powder
    1/2 tsp

    soy sauce (reduced-sodium)
    1 tbsp

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

  • Crispy Asian Kale

    Crispy Asian Kale

    How to Make Crispy Asian Kale

    This is an incredible snack and a great alternative to chips. Use it as a side dish or an appetizer at a party!


    5 min prep time


    15 min cook time


    6servings


    1 1/2 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat two large baking sheets with cooking spray.
    2. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, Splenda Brown Sugar Blend, and garlic powder.
    3. Toss the kale in dressing to coat and spread kale in one layer onto the two baking sheets. Do not overload the baking sheets with kale. Use a third baking sheet if needed.
    4. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the kale is crispy.
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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 1/2 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      70

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.4g

        2%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      120mg

      5%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      9g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      4g

    • Potassium
      380mg

      8%

    Ingredients

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    lower sodium soy sauce
    1 tbsp

    low-calorie brown sugar substitute
    1 tbsp

    garlic powder
    1 tsp

    bagged chopped kale
    1 (16-oz) package

  • Crisp Pecan Tilapia

    Crisp Pecan Tilapia

    How to Make Crisp Pecan Tilapia

    This light tender tilapia dish with has a nice crunch to it and makes a great entrée for V-Day or any other day of the month!


    10 min prep time


    2servings


    3 ounces

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the broiler. Lightly spray an 11x7x2-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
    2. In a shallow dish, stir together the cornmeal, panko, cornstarch, and lemon pepper. Add the fish, turning to coat, shaking off any excess. Transfer to the baking pan. Lightly spray both sides of the fish with cooking spray.
    3. Broil for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. Transfer to plates. Drizzle with the lemon juice. Sprinkle with the pecans and parsley.
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    Nutrition facts

    2 Servings



    • Serving Size

      3 ounces


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      190

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      8g

      10%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%

    • Cholesterol
      75mg

      25%

    • Sodium
      35mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      7g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%

    • Protein
      24g

    Ingredients

    yellow cornmeal
    2 tbsp

    panko or plain dried bread crumbs
    2 tbsp

    Cornstarch
    1 tsp

    lemon pepper (salt-free)
    1/2 tsp

    tilapia (about 4-ounces each, rinsed and patted dry)
    2

    fresh lemon juice
    2 tsp

    pecans (coarsely chopped, dry-roasted)
    2 tbsp

    fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley (snipped)
    1 tbsp

  • Corn, Tomato, Pea and Dill Salad

    Corn, Tomato, Pea and Dill Salad

    How to Make Corn, Tomato, Pea and Dill Salad

    Get ready for summer with this crisp and colorful salad. Serve it alongside roasted turkey or grilled fish for a well-balanced and satisfying meal.


    4servings


    ½ cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Place peas in a saucepan, and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, and cook for 5 minutes or until tender. Drain. Rinse with cold water.
    2. Combine peas, corn, tomatoes, olive oil, dill, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Toss well to combine. Serve at room temperature.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      ½ cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      105

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      7g

      9%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      5mg

      <1%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      10g

      4%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        2g

    • Protein
      2g

    Ingredients

    Freshly ground pepper, to taste
    1

    salt, to taste
    1

    fresh basil leaves (torn)
    10

    fresh baby dill (finely chopped (about 4 Tbsps.))
    1 bunch

    cherry tomatoes (cut in half)
    1/2 cup

    sugar snap peas or English peas
    1 cup

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    2 tbsp

    frozen corn (thawed)
    1 cup

  • Coconut Curry Trail Mix

    Coconut Curry Trail Mix

    How to Make Coconut Curry Trail Mix

    This quick and satisfying snack is great when you need something to take with you that wont spoil. You can portion out 2 Tbsp. servings in snack-size containers to help with portion control.


    5 min prep time


    24servings


    2 Tbsps.

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a medium plastic container place almonds, peanuts, chocolate chips, sunflower seeds and coconut. Spray mixture evenly with cooking spray and then sprinkle on curry powder. Place lid on plastic container and gently shake contents to mix well.
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    Nutrition facts

    24 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 Tbsps.


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      110

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      9g

      12%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      0mg

      0%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      5g

      2%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%

    • Protein
      4g

    Ingredients

    curry powder
    1/4 tsp

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    sunflower seeds
    1/4 cup

    sweetened coconut flakes
    3 tbsp

    chocolate chips
    1/4 cup

    whole roasted almonds
    1 cup

    unsalted peanuts
    1 1/2 cup

  • Citrus Grilled Shrimp with Spring Greens

    Citrus Grilled Shrimp with Spring Greens

    How to Make Citrus Grilled Shrimp with Spring Greens

    A light and easy dish, this grilled shrimp offers a lot of flavors. It can be eaten on its own or with a side of a nonstarchy dish like cauliflower rice.


    5 min prep time


    25 min cook time


    4servings


    4 shrimp with 1 cup salad

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a medium bowl, whisk together orange and lime juice, hot sauce, garlic and pepper. Add shrimp to bowl and place in refrigerator to marinate for 20 minutes.
    2. Prepare an indoor or outdoor grill to medium. Spray grill rack with cooking spray.
    3. Place shrimp on skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side or until shrimp are done.
    4. Serve shrimp on top of spring mix salad with clementine slices.
    5. Whisk together dressing ingredients and pour over shrimp and salad.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      4 shrimp with 1 cup salad


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      140

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      7g

      9%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%

    • Cholesterol
      45mg

      15%

    • Sodium
      45mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      13g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        9g

    • Protein
      8g

    • Potassium
      320mg

      7%

    Ingredients

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    clementine oranges (juiced)
    2

    lime (juiced)
    1

    Dash hot sauce
    1

    garlic (minced)
    1 clove

    pepper
    1/4 tsp

    large shrimp (raw)
    16

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    spring mix salad
    4 cup

    clementine oranges (peeled and sectioned)
    2

    clementine oranges (juice)
    2

    olive oil
    2 tbsp

  • Cinnamon Roasted Pears

    Cinnamon Roasted Pears

    How to Make Cinnamon Roasted Pears

    Fruit is a great end to a meal. By experimenting with roasting and grilling fruit, you can bring out its maximum flavor. This recipe could easily be made with apples too.


    10 min prep time


    4servings


    1/2 pear

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
    2. In a small bowl (using fingers) combine margarine, cinnamon and brown sugar. Add walnuts and mix.
    3. Arrange the pears cut side up in an 8-inch square glass baking dish. Pour 1/4 cup water in bottom of pan.
    4. Divide the brown sugar mixture evenly among the pear halves and place in middle of pears.
    5. Bake until the pears are tender and beginning to brown, about 45 minutes.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 pear


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      100

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3.5g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.7g

        4%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      25mg

      1%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      19g

      7%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%

    • Protein
      1g

    Ingredients

    Smart Balance margarine
    1 tbsp

    ground cinnamon
    1/2 tsp

    low-calorie brown sugar substitute
    2 tbsp

    medium Anjou Pears ((about 6.5 ounces each) peeled, cored and sliced in half)
    2

    walnuts (chopped)
    1 tbsp

    water
    1/4 cup

  • Cinnamon Maple Grilled Peaches

    Cinnamon Maple Grilled Peaches

    How to Make Cinnamon Maple Grilled Peaches

    Who said desserts can’t be grilled? Try dressing up this simple dish by garnishing it with some fresh mint leaves.


    4servings


    1 peach

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat grill to medium high. Cook for 3-4 minutes, turning once, until golden brown on the outside, and just warmed through inside.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 peach


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      75

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      0g

      0%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.1g

        <1%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      0mg

      0%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      18g

      7%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        16g

    • Protein
      1g

    • Potassium
      305mg

      6%

    Ingredients

    peaches or nectarines (still firm but ripe)
    4

    Juice of 1 lemon
    1

    ground cinnamon
    1/2 tsp

    ground nutmeg
    1/8 tsp

    maple syrup
    1 tbsp

  • Cinnamon Ginger Apple On A Stick

    Cinnamon Ginger Apple On A Stick

    How to Make Cinnamon Ginger Apple On A Stick

    A novel approach to dessert. The crushed nuts add crunch and eye appeal. You can also cut the apples in quarters and place a few different varieties on each stick.


    6servings


    1⁄2 apple

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Marinate apple halves in all ingredients except walnuts.
    2. Preheat grill to medium high. Cook as per directions for direct heat method for 5–6 minutes, turning once until golden brown on the outside and just warmed through on the inside.
    3. Remove apples from the grill, cool for a few minutes, and roll in crushed walnuts. Press gently.
    4. Place a skewer in each apple half and serve.
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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1⁄2 apple


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      75

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3.5g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.3g

        2%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      0mg

      0%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      13g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        10g

    • Protein
      1g

    • Potassium
      95mg

      2%

    Ingredients

    apple ( (Granny Smith, Fuji, Rome, or Gala), peeled, halved, and core removed)
    3

    Juice of 1 lemon
    1

    fresh ginger root (minced)
    1 tbsp

    ground cinnamon
    1/2 tsp

    honey
    1 tbsp

    walnuts or pecans (crushed)
    1/4 cup

    wooden or metal skewers
    6

  • Cilantro Lime Quinoa

    Cilantro Lime Quinoa

    How to Make Cilantro Lime Quinoa

    Quinoa has more protein than any other grain. It is gluten-free, contains 3 grams fiber per serving, and is a healthy alternative to any recipe that uses rice. Add a can of low-sodium black beans to boost the fiber and protein in this recipe.


    20 min prep time


    6servings


    ½ cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Reduce the heat to low and add quinoa. Cook over a low heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to make sure the quinoa doesn’t burn.
    2. Add the chicken broth and the juice of 1 lime and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until done. Remove from heat.
    3. Stir in the juice of 1 lime and chopped cilantro.
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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      ½ cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      145

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      0g

      0%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.5g

        3%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      35mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      22g

      8%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      5g

    • Potassium
      270mg

      6%

    Ingredients

    canola oil
    1 tbsp

    small onion (chopped)
    1

    garlic (minced )
    2 clove

    quinoa
    1 cup

    low sodium chicken broth (low-sodium, fat-free, (gluten-free if needed))
    2 cup

    Juice of 2 limes
    2

    fresh cilantro (chopped)
    1/2 cup