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  • Creamy White Bean Soup with Basil and Olive Oil

    Creamy White Bean Soup with Basil and Olive Oil

    How to Make Creamy White Bean Soup with Basil and Olive Oil

    White bean soup is a Tuscan classic. White beans are a great source of fiber. Use jarred white beans if available—they are superior to canned.


    6servings


    1/6 recipe

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Heat oil in a large skillet saucepot over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic for 1 minute, stirring often.
    2. Add the tomato, oregano and crushed chili flakes. Continue to sauté for another minute. Add the beans and broth. Bring to a boil, lower to a simmer and cook uncovered for 35 minutes until smooth and creamy.
    3. Add the basil and lemon juice, season to taste with salt.
    Fiber Focused
    Comfort Food
    Italian
    Dinner
    Sides
    Vegetarian
    Lunch
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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/6 recipe


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      115

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      2.5g

      3%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.4g

        2%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      200mg

      9%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      18g

      7%

      • Dietary Fiber
        6g

        21%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      5g

    • Potassium
      425mg
      9%

    Ingredients

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    1 tbsp

    medium onion (chopped)
    1/2

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    ripe tomato (chopped)
    1

    dried oregano (dried)
    2 tsp

    crushed red pepper flakes
    1 pinch

    cannellini beans (20-ounce jar, drained and rinsed)
    1

    low sodium vegetable broth (low-sodium)
    4 cup

    fresh basil leaves (minced)
    6

    Juice of 1 fresh lemon
    1

    Sea salt, to taste
    1

  • Cream of Broccoli Soup

    Cream of Broccoli Soup

    How to Make Cream of Broccoli Soup

    This soup is great for lunch with a salad and a slice of whole wheat baguette for dipping. To keep the sodium in the recipe low, choose low- or reduced-sodium chicken stock or make your own at home.


    8servings


    1/8 of recipe

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Wash the broccoli thoroughly. Using a vegetable peeler, remove the tough outer layer from the broccoli stalks. Chop broccoli and set aside 1 cup of florets for garnish.
    2. Bring chicken stock to a simmer and add chopped broccoli. Cook for a few minutes or until broccoli is tender, making sure the color does not become dull.
    3. Puree cooked broccoli and 1 cup of chicken stock in a food processor. Set aside.
    4. Add olive oil and onions to a pot and gently cook. Sprinkle flour and stir to mix. On low heat, continue cooking, making sure flour is absorbed and slightly turns color. Slowly whisk hot chicken stock into flour mixture and bring to a simmer. Add broccoli puree and half & half; bring to a simmer, stirring to combine ingredients. Season with salt and peper and garnish with florets. Serve hot.
    Comfort Food
    Kid Friendly
    Sides
    Lunch
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    Nutrition facts

    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/8 of recipe


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      110

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      6g

      8%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%

    • Cholesterol
      5mg

      2%

    • Sodium
      350mg

      15%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      11g

      4%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      4g

    Ingredients

    whole wheat flour
    1/4 cup

    onions (small dice)
    1 cup

    olive oil
    3 tbsp

    chicken stock
    6 cup

    broccoli (chopped)
    1 1/2 lbs

    fat free half-and-half
    1 cup

    salt
    1 tsp

    white pepper
    1 tsp

  • Crab Cake Burger

    Crab Cake Burger

    How to Make Crab Cake Burger

    This is great with a green salad with cilantro lime vinaigrette.


    10 min prep time


    15 min cook time


    6servings


    1 burger

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Coat a small non-stick skillet with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté 2-3 minutes or until onions are clear. Set aside to cool.
    2. In a medium bowl combine crabmeat, breadcrumbs, egg, egg white, hot sauce, salt and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated. Stir in cooled onion.
    3. Add oil and a generous amount of cooking spray to a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Form crab mixture into 1/2-inch thick patties using a heaping 1/4 cup. Fry about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
    4. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, adobo sauce and corn.
    5. Place each crab cake on a lettuce leaf. Place 1/4 cup lettuce, 1 tomato slice and 2 avocado slices on top of each crab cake and top with 2 Tbsp. of sauce.
    Seafood
    Dinner
    Lunch
    Budget Friendly
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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 burger


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      195

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      10g

      13%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.7g

        9%

    • Cholesterol
      70mg

      23%

    • Sodium
      370mg

      16%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      17g

      6%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      10g

    • Potassium
      490mg
      10%

    Ingredients

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

    onion(s) (minced)
    1/4 cup

    lump crabmeat (6-ounce, drained)
    2 can

    bread crumbs
    1/2 cup

    eggs
    1

    egg white
    1

    hot sauce
    1/2 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    light mayonnaise
    1/4 cup

    Plain Nonfat Greek yogurt (non-fat)
    1/4 cup

    adobo sauce from chipotle pepper can
    1 tbsp

    frozen corn kernels (thawed)
    1/2 cup

    large lettuce leaves
    6

    lettuce (shredded)
    1 1/2 cup

    ripe tomato (cut into 6 slices)
    1

    ripe avocado (seeded, peeled and sliced into 12 slices)
    1

  • Congrí Light (Cuban Black Beans and Rice)

    How to Make Congrí Light (Cuban Black Beans and Rice)

    This healthy and classic Cuban recipe is a great dish to bring to parties or add on as a side to make a complete meal.


    20 min prep time


    1 hr cook time


    10servings


    3/4 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Into a stovetop pressure cooker, add rinsed beans and 3 cups water, and cover. Place pressure cooker on stove and set on high heat. Once the beans start boiling, lower heat to medium and cook beans until they are tender, about 45 minutes. Make sure beans submerged in water while they cook; add more water if needed.
    2. Once beans are tender, add rice, 1 cup water, salt and 1/2 Tsp. avocado oil. Stir well and add the remaining ingredients. Stir once more with spoon, and make sure to put a little hip into it.
    3. Make sure there is about 3/4 inch of water above the beans. Cover the mixture, and put heat on medium-low. Cook for 15 minutes, or until rice is tender. Once the congrí is done, fluff with a fork and serve. Enjoy!
    Fiber Focused
    Caribbean
    Sides
    Vegetarian
    Vegan
    Lunch
    Holidays & Entertaining
    Dinner
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    Nutrition facts

    10 Servings



    • Serving Size

      3/4 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      160

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      2g

      3%

      • Saturated Fat
        0g

        0%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      190mg

      8%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      29g

      11%

      • Dietary Fiber
        6g

        21%
      • Total Sugars
        2g

    • Protein
      7g

    • Potassium
      540mg
      11%

    Ingredients

    black beans (dried, sorted and rinsed (1 1/2 cups))
    10 oz

    water (divided (use more if needed))
    4 cup

    uncooked brown rice
    1/2 cup

    sea salt
    1 tsp

    avocado oil (divided)
    1 1/2 tsp

    garlic powder
    1 tsp

    green pepper (finely chopped)
    1 cup

    red pepper (finely chopped)
    1/2 cup

    Spanish onion (finely chopped)
    1 cup

    garlic (finely chopped)
    2 tbsp

    dried oregano (dried)
    1 1/2 tbsp

    ground cumin
    1 1/2 tsp

    bay leaves (dried)
    3

  • Cod on Roasted Pepper and White Beans

    Cod on Roasted Pepper and White Beans

    How to Make Cod on Roasted Pepper and White Beans

    This dish calls for fish and beans – both tasty, lean protein options! Serve it with a green salad or steamed green beans to round out your meal.


    4servings


    3 ounces cooked fish + 1/2 cup bean mixture

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a small bowl, combine the paprika, 1/4 Tsp. of salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle both sides of the fillets with the paprika mixture. Heat 1 Tsp. of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the fillets 4 minutes, turn, and cook 3 minutes or until opaque in center.
    2. Meanwhile, bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat in a medium saucepan. Add the remaining bean ingredients. Cook 1-2 minutes to heat through. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand while fish is cooking.
    3. To serve, place equal amounts of the bean mixture in each of 4 shallow soup bowls or rimmed dinner plates and top with the fillets.
    Fiber Focused
    Seafood
    Quick & Easy
    Dinner
    Gluten-Free
    Main Dish
    Lunch
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      3 ounces cooked fish + 1/2 cup bean mixture


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      285

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      9g

      12%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.1g

        6%

    • Cholesterol
      60mg

      20%

    • Sodium
      505mg

      22%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      21g

      8%

      • Dietary Fiber
        7g

        25%
      • Total Sugars
        2g

    • Protein
      32g

    • Potassium
      490mg
      10%

    Ingredients

    paprika
    1/2 tsp

    salt
    1/4 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    fish fillets (such as cod, about 5 ounces each, rinsed and patted dry)
    4

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    1 tsp

    water
    1/4 cup

    navy beans or Great Northern (15-ounce, no-salt-added, rinsed and drained)
    1 can

    Kalamata olives (pitted, coarsely chopped)
    16

    roasted red peppers (diced)
    1/2 cup

    medium garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    2 tsp

    fresh rosemary or to taste (chopped)
    1/2 tsp

    salt
    1/8 tsp

  • Classic Italian Panzanella Salad

    Classic Italian Panzanella Salad

    How to Make Classic Italian Panzanella Salad

    This classic bread and tomato salad pairs well with any roasted meat or poultry entrée. Double the recipe and it can also make a great side dish at your holiday feast this year!


    4servings


    1/4 of recipe

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Place tomatoes in large salad bowl and sprinkle with salt. Let stand 5 minutes.
    2. Break up bread and add to tomatoes. Add remaining salad ingredients and mix well.
    Veggie Rich
    Italian
    Dinner
    Holidays & Entertaining
    Lunch
    Salads
    Sides
    Vegetarian
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    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/4 of recipe


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      160

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      8g

      10%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.2g

        6%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      455mg

      20%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      20g

      7%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      4g

    • Potassium
      415mg
      9%

    Ingredients

    medium tomatoes (cut into 1-inch cubes (or 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved))
    2

    fine sea salt
    1/2 tsp

    Italian bread (good quality such as multigrain Ciabatta)
    2 cup

    cucumber(s) (quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced (about 1/2 an English cucumber))
    1 cup

    celery (sliced 1/2-inch thick)
    2 stalks

    small red onion (cut in half and thinly sliced)
    1

    freshly ground black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    red wine vinegar
    2 tbsp

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    2 tbsp

    fresh basil leaves (torn into strips)
    1/2 cup

    flat Italian parsley leaves (roughly chopped)
    1 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.
    Low Sodium
    Grilling
    Dinner
    Snacks
    Salads
    Gluten-Free
    Lunch
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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

  • Citrus Mahi-Mahi Packet with Broccoli

    Citrus Mahi-Mahi Packet with Broccoli

    How to Make Citrus Mahi-Mahi Packet with Broccoli

    If you’re not sure how to start cooking fish, try a simple and delicious method like this packet. It’s full of fresh flavors from lemon, orange and dill. Sealing the fish in a parchment paper pouch steams it to perfection and infuses the fish with flavor from the citrus and herbs. If you don’t have parchment paper, aluminum foil will also work. We used mahi-mahi, but you could make this recipe with any type of fish filet.


    5 min prep time


    25 min cook time


    2servings


    1 mahi-mahi fillet, 1 cup broccoli

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 425° F. Place two pieces parchment paper on a baking sheet.
    2. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, pepper and dill.
    3. Place a few lemon and orange slices on center of parchment papers. Place fish fillets on top of orange and lemon slices. Drizzle lemon sauce evenly over fish fillets. Top fish with remaining orange and lemon slices. Fold over the top of the parchment paper, then roll the sides in to form a sealed pouch.
    4. Place packets on baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes or until done.
    5. While fish is baking, steam broccoli for 5-6 minutes.
    6. Serve fish packet with steamed broccoli. Be cautious when opening fish packet, as steam may be hot.
    Veggie Rich
    Fiber Focused
    Seafood
    Cooking for 1 or 2
    Lunch
    Main Dish
    Quick & Easy
    Dinner
    Gluten-Free
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    2 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 mahi-mahi fillet, 1 cup broccoli


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      270

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      9g

      12%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.4g

        7%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      110mg

      37%

    • Sodium
      200mg

      9%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      18g

      7%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        7g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      32g

    • Potassium
      1210mg
      26%

    Ingredients

    lemon (juiced)
    1/2

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    chopped fresh dill
    2 tbsp

    lemon (sliced)
    1

    orange (sliced)
    1

    mahi-mahi fillets
    2 (5-oz) fillets

    broccoli (cut into florets)
    1 crown

  • Chopped Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing

    Chopped Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing

    How to Make Chopped Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing

    Instead of a tossed salad, try something new and different. Rows of salad ingredients make for a pretty presentation and it’s easy to identify exactly what you’re eating. The cilantro dressing is so sublime; pour it over any other green salad to make that salad shine.


    25 min prep time


    8servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Place the lettuce on a shallow platter. In rows, arrange the carrots, celery, plum tomatoes, cucumber, and black beans.
    2. Prepare the salad dressing. Whisk together the cider vinegar, lime juice, cilantro, honey, salt, and pepper. Slowly drizzle in the oil, whisking to incorporate.
    3. Drizzle on the dressing. Top with toasted pumpkin or sunflower seeds.
    Veggie Rich
    Mexican/Southwestern
    Dinner
    Holidays & Entertaining
    Lunch
    Salads
    Vegetarian
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    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      140

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      9g

      12%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.4g

        7%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      210mg

      9%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      11g

      4%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      4g

    Ingredients

    romaine lettuce (thinly sliced)
    4 cup

    carrot(s) (peeled and diced)
    2

    celery stalks (diced)
    2

    roma (plum) tomatoes (seeded and diced)
    2

    cucumber(s) (peeled and diced)
    1/2 cup

    canned black beans (drained)
    1 cup

    cider vinegar
    2 tbsp

    lime juice (fresh)
    2 tbsp

    cilantro (chopped )
    2 tbsp

    honey
    2 tsp

    sea salt
    1/2 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    olive oil
    1/4 cup

    pumpkin or sunflower seeds (toasted)
    2 tbsp

  • Cilantro Lime Shrimp

    Cilantro Lime Shrimp

    How to Make Cilantro Lime Shrimp

    This refreshing dish is low in calories, high in flavor, and so versatile. It can be served hot or cold, and it’s great for a picnic (if you can keep it cool or it won’t be sitting out for too long), and could be wrapped in tortillas as easily as served over lettuce or rice. Serve with Buckwheat (Kasha) and Steamed Broccoli with Lemon-Pepper Seasoning.


    15 min prep time


    10 min cook time


    4servings


    1 1/2 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. DO AHEAD OR DELEGATE: Peel the garlic, juice the lime, chop the cilantro, combine the lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
    2. (Start the buckwheat and the broccoli first, if you are serving them.) In a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the garlic and cook it for 30 seconds or so until it is fragrant, then add the shrimp and cook, turning once, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 2–3 minutes per side.
    3. Transfer the shrimp to a bowl, and combine with the lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days and serve cold.
    4. FLAVOR BOOSTER Double the garlic and sprinkle the finished dish with 1/2 teaspoon lime zest or salt-free lemon-pepper seasoning.
    CKD Dialysis
    Kidney-Friendly
    Low Carb
    Seafood
    Quick & Easy
    Lunch
    Main Dish
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    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 1/2 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      130

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3.5g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.5g

        3%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      190mg

      63%

    • Sodium
      260mg

      11%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      1g

      <1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        0g

        0%
      • Total Sugars
        0g

    • Protein
      24g

    • Potassium
      275mg
      6%

    Ingredients

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    1 tsp

    garlic (minced, about 1 clove)
    1/2 tsp

    shrimp (large peeled and deveined, fresh (never frozen), if possible)
    1 lbs

    lime (juice only (2 tablespoons), or more to taste)
    1

    fresh cilantro (chopped, or more to taste)
    1/4 cup

    salt
    1/4 tsp

    black pepper
    1/8 tsp