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  • Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Lemon-Dill Yogurt Sauce

    Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Lemon-Dill Yogurt Sauce

    How to Make Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Lemon-Dill Yogurt Sauce

    Sweet potatoes have plenty of nutrients and fiber, making them a great option for a starchy vegetable. Try this simple recipe of roasting sweet potatoes and pairing it with a tangy lemon-dill yogurt sauce.


    5 min prep time


    25 min cook time


    4servings


    4 wedges and approximately 2 Tbsp yogurt sauce

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    2. Toss the sweet potato wedges with olive oil. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until tender, tossing halfway.

    3. Meanwhile, zest and juice the lemon into a small bowl. Add garlic, yogurt, dill, salt, and pepper.

    4. Drizzle yogurt sauce over the wedges and serve.

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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      4 wedges and approximately 2 Tbsp yogurt sauce


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      150

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3.5g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0g

        0%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      220mg

      10%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      26g

      9%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%
      • Total Sugars
        6g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      5g

    • Potassium
      442mg

      9%

    Ingredients

    sweet potatoes (peeled and sliced into 8 wedges )
    2 large

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    lemon
    1 small

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    Plain Nonfat Greek yogurt
    1/2 cup

    fresh dill (minced)
    1/8 cup

    salt
    1/4 tsp

    black pepper
    1/8 tsp

  • Chicken Apple Crunch Salad

    Chicken Apple Crunch Salad

    How to Make Chicken Apple Crunch Salad

    This savory and sweet chicken apple crunch salad will delight your taste buds by pairing fresh flavors with nutrition. Chicken apple crunch salad is delicious and light, good for lunch, dinner, or a protein-filled snack. It has been modified for the dialysis diet to encourage healthy eating and reduce food-related stress.


    5 min prep time


    5servings


    3/4 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Cube cooked chicken. Dice apple and celery. Chop scallions

    2. Combine chicken, apple, celery, scallions, and raisins in a large salad bowl.

    3. Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, cinnamon, and black pepper. Pour over the chicken-apple mixture and toss.

    4. Refrigerate to chill prior to serving.

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    Nutrition facts

    5 Servings



    • Serving Size

      3/4 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      160

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      6g

      8%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%

    • Cholesterol
      50mg

      17%

    • Sodium
      320mg

      14%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      12g

      4%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        8g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      16g

    • Potassium
      288mg

      6%

    Ingredients

    cooked chicken
    2 cup

    Gala apples
    1 cup

    celery
    1/2 cup

    scallions
    2 tbsp

    raisins
    1/4 cup

    light mayonnaise
    1/3 cup

    light sour cream
    1 tbsp

    lemon juice
    1 tbsp

    ground cinnamon
    1/4 tsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

  • Chicken Nuggets with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

    Chicken Nuggets with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

    How to Make Chicken Nuggets with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

    This recipe is not only delicious, but it’s also kidney-friendly. Try a variety of dipping sauces, such as barbecue sauce, curry sauce, fruit spreads, or low-sodium salad dressing.


    10 min prep time


    15 min cook time


    12servings


    3 nuggets, 1 tbsp sauce

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Stir mustard, mayonnaise, honey, and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl. Refrigerate sauce to chill until nuggets are cooked.

    2. Preheat to 400 degrees F.

    3. Cut chicken breast into 36 bite-sized pieces.

    4. Combine beaten egg and milk in a small bowl. Dip chicken pieces in egg mixture then shake in zip-lock bag to coat with cornflake crumbs.

    5. Bake nuggets on a baking sheet sprayed with non-stick cooking spray for 15 minutes until done.

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    Nutrition facts

    12 Servings



    • Serving Size

      3 nuggets, 1 tbsp sauce


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      160

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      9g

      12%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%

    • Cholesterol
      40mg

      13%

    • Sodium
      160mg

      7%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      11g

      4%

      • Total Sugars
        5g
      • Added Sugars
        5g

        10%

    • Protein
      9g

    • Potassium
      100mg

      2%

    Ingredients

    corn flakes
    3 cup

    1% milk
    2 tbsp

    eggs
    1 large

    Worcestershire sauce
    2 tsp

    honey
    3 tbsp

    mayonnaise
    1/2 cup

    Yellow Mustard
    1 tbsp

    boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    1 lbs

  • Green Pesto Pasta

    Green Pesto Pasta

    How to Make Green Pesto Pasta

    Say goodbye to plain pasta and add a touch of green with this Green Pesto Pasta recipe. With a touch of parmesan cheese and olive oil, this easy low-sodium dish is sure to become a dinner favorite.


    5 min prep time


    15 min cook time


    4servings


    3/4 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Bring water to a boil and cook pasta as directed, without salt. Drain.

    2. Place basil leaves, garlic, and parmesan cheese in a food processor and pulse to chop. Gradually stream olive oil into the basil mixture and continue to pulse.

    3. Add pepper to taste.

    4. Pour basil pesto sauce onto the pasta and toss to coat before serving.

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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      3/4 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      290

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      16g

      21%

      • Saturated Fat
        2.3g

        12%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      25mg

      1%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      33g

      12%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        1g

    • Protein
      8g

    • Potassium
      180mg

      4%

    Ingredients

    whole grain spaghetti noodles
    6 oz

    fresh basil
    2 cup

    garlic cloves
    4

    olive oil
    1/4 cup

    Parmesan cheese (shredded)
    2 tbsp

    black pepper
    1/4 tsp

  • Ensalada de zanahoria y col

    Ensalada de zanahoria y col

    How to Make Ensalada de zanahoria y col

    Al igual que ocurre con otras hortalizas crucíferas (el brócoli y la coliflor), se considera que la col (repollo) es un componente dietético importante para disminuir el riesgo de cáncer.


    4servings


    1/2 taza

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Mezcla todos los ingredientes y revuelve bien.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 taza


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      20

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      0g

      0%

      • Saturated Fat
        0g

        0%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      160mg

      7%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      4g

      1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        2g

    • Protein
      0g

    Ingredients

    cilantro picado
    1 cda

    chile jalapeño o serrano (opcional)
    1-3 cdas

    azúcar
    1/2 cdta

    pimienta negra
    1/2 cdta

    sal
    1/4 cdta

    jugo de lima (limón verde) o 1/4 taza de vinagre (de su preferencia)
    3 cdas

    zanahoria (rallada)
    1

    col (repollo) picado en tiras
    2 tazas

  • Strawberry-Jalapeño Salsa Over Grilled Chicken

    Strawberry-Jalapeño Salsa Over Grilled Chicken

    How to Make Strawberry-Jalapeño Salsa Over Grilled Chicken


    15 min prep time


    15 min cook time


    6servings


    1 chicken breast and 2 tbsp salsa

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and add cooking oil spray. Then grill until cooked through, 6–7 minutes per side.
    2. Meanwhile, make the salsa by combining the strawberries, tomatoes, shallot, jalapeño, lime juice, garlic, olive oil and cilantro. Stir to combine.
    3. Divide chicken between plates and top with salsa.
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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 chicken breast and 2 tbsp salsa


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      180

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.1g

        6%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      65mg

      22%

    • Sodium
      140mg

      6%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      8g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        4g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      25g

    • Potassium
      410mg

      9%

    Ingredients

    boneless, skinless chicken breasts (halved, 8 oz each)
    3 large

    nonstick cooking spray (spray)
    1 small

    Kosher Salt
    1/4 tsp

    black pepper (freshly cracked)
    1/4 tsp

    Fresh Strawberries (small, diced)
    1 pints

    roma (plum) tomatoes (seeded and small diced)
    4

    shallots (minced)
    1 small

    jalapeño pepper (minced)
    1

    lime (juiced)
    1

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    1 tbsp

    garlic (minced)
    2 clove

    fresh cilantro (loosely packed, chopped)
    1/4 cup

  • Summer Vegetable Pasta

    Summer Vegetable Pasta

    How to Make Summer Vegetable Pasta

    This summer vegetable pasta dish uses zucchini spirals to keep the carbohydrate lower than a traditional pasta.  This delicious recipe which is veggie-packed with asparagus, broccoli, tomatoes, and a tasty lemony sauce. With just one bite, you won’t believe the pasta is made from zucchini! 


    10 min prep time


    20 min cook time


    4servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Bring a large pot of water to boil.

    2. Meanwhile, set a large sauté pan on medium high and add olive oil. When heated, add tomatoes.

    3. Cook until tomatoes start to blister and lose their shape (about 5 minutes). shaking the pan every so often, until the tomatoes are just starting to blister and lose their shape (about 5 minutes). 

    4. Turn heat down to low and add garlic. Cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Remove tomatoes and garlic from heat and place in large bowl. Set pan aside for later use, you do not need to clean it yet. 

    5. Once water is boiled, add asparagus and cook for 1 minute. Remove with a strainer and add to veggie bowl. Repeat with broccoli and peas. Set veggie bowl aside. 

    6. Cook the package of zucchini spirals according to cooking instructions and set aside.

    7. In a separate bowl, mix the cottage cheese, lemon zest, basil, and parsley. 

    8. Re-heat large sauté pan to medium high. Add the vegetables, zucchini spirals, cottage cheese mixture, and lemon juice. Stir to combine and cook until hot and everything is coated with the cheese sauce (about 5 minutes). 

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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      140

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.9g

        10%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      5mg

      2%

    • Sodium
      200mg

      9%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      15g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        5g

        18%
      • Total Sugars
        8g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      11g

    • Potassium
      825mg

      18%

    Ingredients

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    cherry tomatoes (yellow preferred)
    12 oz

    garlic (minced)
    4 clove

    asparagus (1-inch pieces with woody ends trimmed)
    8 oz

    broccoli (florets)
    8 oz

    zucchini noodles (from frozen section)
    12 oz

    cottage cheese (low-fat)
    8 oz

    lemon zest
    2 tsp

    fresh basil (thinly sliced)
    3 tbsp

    fresh parsley (finely chopped)
    2 tbsp

    lemon juice
    1/4 cup

  • Strawberry Chicken Salad Sandwich

    Strawberry Chicken Salad Sandwich

    How to Make Strawberry Chicken Salad Sandwich


    15 min prep time


    30 min cook time


    4servings


    1 sandwich

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, and poppy seeds together in a medium bowl.
    2. Add chicken, strawberries, celery, green onions. Toss to combine.
    3. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 sandwich


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      330

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      13g

      17%

      • Saturated Fat
        2.1g

        11%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      65mg

      22%

    • Sodium
      460mg

      20%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      30g

      11%

      • Dietary Fiber
        7g

        25%
      • Total Sugars
        8g
      • Added Sugars
        2g

        4%

    • Protein
      26g

    • Potassium
      450mg

      10%

    Ingredients

    light mayonnaise
    1/2 cup

    lemon (juiced)
    1/2

    honey
    1 tsp

    Poppy Seeds
    1 tsp

    cooked chicken (shredded)
    2 cup

    Fresh Strawberries (diced)
    1 cup

    celery (chopped)
    2 stalks

    green onion (scallion) (chopped)
    2 stalks

    whole wheat sandwich thins
    4

  • Crab, Kale & Ricotta Lasagna Rolls with Parmesan Pumpkin Sauce

    Crab, Kale & Ricotta Lasagna Rolls with Parmesan Pumpkin Sauce

    How to Make Crab, Kale & Ricotta Lasagna Rolls with Parmesan Pumpkin Sauce

    Pumpkin and Italian make a great combo in this delicious meal! Break out this dish when you want to impress friends and family with your culinary skills. We won’t tell them that this is actually a quick and easy meal that comes together in just 30 minutes!


    15 min prep time


    30 min cook time


    8servings


    1 roll

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

    2. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions without adding salt, drain, and set aside. 

    3. To make the filling: Preheat a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 tsp olive oil, onion, kale, and 3 cloves of minced garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions and kale have softened, 5–6 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Add ricotta, crab meat, ¼ cup Parmesan, egg, and ¼ tsp pepper. Stir to combine and set aside. 

    4. To make the sauce: Return pan to medium heat. Add 1 tsp olive oil and 2 cloves of minced garlic. Cook for one minute, then add tomato paste and cook for another minute, stirring often. Add pumpkin, milk, spices, 1/8 tsp black pepper. Stir to combine and let simmer for a few minutes. Stir in ¼ cup Parmesan and remove from heat. 

    5. To assemble: Add half a cup of the sauce to the bottom of a large baking dish. Spread ¼ cup filling along the length of each lasagna noodle. Roll and place seam side down in the dish. Pour the rest of the sauce over the noodles and top each roll with mozzarella cheese. Bake for 30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Top with fresh parsley. 

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    Nutrition facts

    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 roll


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      210

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        2g

        10%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      45mg

      15%

    • Sodium
      280mg

      12%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      28g

      10%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        4g
      • Added Sugars
        0g

        0%

    • Protein
      14g

    • Potassium
      295mg

      6%

    Ingredients

    olive oil (divided)
    2 tsp

    yellow onion (diced)
    1/2 whole

    kale (ribs removed and leaves roughly chopped)
    1 bunch

    garlic (divided, minced)
    5 clove

    ricotta cheese (low-fat)
    4 oz

    white crab meat (canned, drained)
    4 oz

    low fat grated Parmesan cheese (divided)
    1/2 cup

    eggs
    1 whole

    black pepper (for the filling)
    1/2 tsp

    tomato paste
    1 tbsp

    pumpkin puree (1/2 can)
    7 1/2 oz

    skim milk
    3/4 cup

    onion powder
    3/4 tsp

    dried basil
    3/4 tsp

    garlic powder
    1/2 tsp

    dried parsley (flakes)
    1/4 tsp

    lasagna noodles
    8 whole

    mozzarella cheese (shredded)
    1/2 cup

    Italian parsley (minced)
    1 small bunch

  • Mashed Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl

    Mashed Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl

    How to Make Mashed Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl

    You’ve likely had mashed sweet potatoes, but have you ever thought about having them for breakfast? This uniquely delicious mashed sweet potato breakfast bowl is a nutritious way to start your morning! Sweet potatoes are packed with nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, B vitamins, and fiber. The toppings include blueberries, yogurt, and flaxseeds, which boost the nutrition even more! And to top it all off, this breakfast bowl is sweetened with zero-calorie Splenda® Original Sweetener Packets.


    15 min prep time


    1 hr, 15 min cook time


    4servings


    1 Cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Prick sweet potatoes with fork and place on prepared baking sheet. Bake until potatoes are fork-tender, about 35–45 minutes. Set aside to cool for 10 minutes.

    2. Reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, mix oats, 2 packets of Splenda Sweetener, oil, and cinnamon together until combined. Spread in an even layer onto a prepared baking sheet. Bake until lightly toasted, about 10–15 minutes. Set aside and let cool completely.

    3. Remove skin from cooled potatoes and transfer to a medium bowl. Mash potatoes, 3 packets of Splenda Sweetener, almond butter, and vanilla together until smooth.

    4. Spoon potato mixture into bowls and top with oat mixture, blueberries, yogurt, coconut, flaxseeds, and the remaining packet of Splenda Sweetener. Serve and enjoy.

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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 Cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      180

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      6g

      8%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.9g

        10%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      6mg

      2%

    • Sodium
      45mg

      2%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      24g

      9%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%
      • Total Sugars
        9g
      • Added Sugars
        1g

        2%

    • Protein
      9g

    • Potassium
      440mg

      9%

    Ingredients

    sweet potatoes
    2 med

    old-fashioned rolled oats
    1/4 cup

    Splenda® Original Sweetener (divided)
    6 packet

    olive oil
    1/2 tsp

    ground cinnamon
    1/4 tsp

    almond butter (no salt or no-salt-added)
    1 tbsp

    pure vanilla extract
    1 tsp

    blueberries
    1/2 cup

    Plain Nonfat Greek yogurt
    1 cup

    unsweetened toasted coconut flakes
    2 tbsp

    whole flax seeds
    1 tbsp