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  • 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

  • Corn Bhutta (Roasted Corn on the Cob)

    Corn Bhutta (Roasted Corn on the Cob)

    How to Make Corn Bhutta (Roasted Corn on the Cob)

    This recipe from Indian Cuisine Diabetes Cookbook, by May Abraham Fridel. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.


    30 min prep time


    5 min cook time


    10servings


    1/2 ear of corn

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Soak the corn (husks on) in large bowl or pot of water for 30 minutes.
    2. Remove the husks and silk from the corn. (Or you can roast corn with husks still on and remove the husks after roasting. This allows the corn to caramelize rather than char while roasting.)
    3. Roast corn on a grill or over an open gas flame (gas stove) on medium-high heat. Rotate each ear every 30 seconds or so, so the corn gets roasted evenly. (You will hear some kernels pop while cooking.) Remove roasted ears from the grill or flame and set aside.
    4. Mix cayenne, cumin, and salt in a bowl.
    5. Carefully remove the husks and silk from corn if you have not done so already. Dip lime halves into the spice mix to pick up the spices and rub all over corn, making sure to squeeze lime juice while doing so. Serve.
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    Nutrition facts

    10 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 ear of corn


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      60

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      1g

      1%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.1g

        <1%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      110mg

      5%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      13g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      2g

    • Potassium
      140mg

      3%

    Ingredients

    large (7¾-9-inch-long) ears corn (husks on)
    5

    cayenne pepper
    1 tsp

    cumin (ground)
    1/4 tsp

    sea salt
    1/2 tsp

    fresh limes (halved)
    3

  • 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.
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    Nutrition facts

    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

  • Classic Italian Marinara

    Classic Italian Marinara

    How to Make Classic Italian Marinara

    You can make your own marinara sauce at a fraction of the price of commercially bottled sauces. This sauce relies heavily on garlic, but feel free to temper this assertive flavor if you wish. Either cut back on the amount of garlic or slice the garlic instead of mincing it. The more you chop or mince garlic, the more pungent your final dish will be. Larger pieces of garlic, while still flavorful, will release a more subtle taste. This sauce freezes great. Pour into a heavy zip-locked freezer bag and store for up to 6 months.


    7 min prep time


    33 min cook time


    10servings


    1/2 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Heat the olive oil and garlic in a large skillet with a lid over low heat (do not use a deep pot, you want the water to quickly evaporate and the sauce to become thick). Cook the garlic for about 6-7 minutes, but do not brown, stirring occasionally.
    2. Meanwhile, add the drained tomatoes to a deep bowl. Crush the tomatoes with your hands until coarse. Add the tomatoes and basil to the skillet and simmer for 20-25 minutes until thick. Add some of the reserved liquid from the can of tomatoes, if necessary, if the sauce is too thick.
    3. Meanwhile bring a 3-5-quart pot of lightly salted water (fill the pot 2/3 full) to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and stir for the first minute. Continue to cook the pasta approximately 7-8 minutes until al dente. Drain, do not rinse.
    4. Add in the salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper, if using, to the tomato sauce. Add the pasta to the sauce, cover, and let the pasta sit in the sauce for 1-2 minutes. Add the pasta to a warmed bowl and sprinkle with cheese. (The sauce can also be frozen. Freeze in a quart container and store for 3-4 months.)
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    Nutrition facts

    10 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      150

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3.5g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.6g

        3%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      250mg

      11%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      25g

      9%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        2g

    • Protein
      4g

    • Potassium
      130mg

      3%

    Ingredients

    olive oil
    2 tbsp

    garlic (minced)
    5 clove

    canned tomatoes (good-quality, preferably packed in its own juice, drained, reserve liquid)
    1

    fresh basil leaves with stems (sliced, or you may leave whole)
    5

    whole-wheat shaped pasta (penne, shells, fusilli)
    10 oz

    Kosher Salt
    1/4 tsp

    freshly ground black pepper
    1/4 tsp

    ground red pepper flakes (optional)
    1/4 tsp

    Parmesan or Romano cheese (freshly grated)
    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.
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    Nutrition facts

    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.
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    Nutrition facts

    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

  • Chopped Black Bean Chicken Salad

    Chopped Black Bean Chicken Salad

    How to Make Chopped Black Bean Chicken Salad

    You can either use leftover chicken breasts for this quick and easy recipe or purchase a cooked rotisserie chicken from your local grocery store.


    15 min prep time


    5servings


    about 2 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a large salad bowl, add all of the ingredients, except salad dressing, and toss.
    2. Add the salad dressing and toss to coat well. Divide evenly among 5 bowls.
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    Nutrition facts

    5 Servings



    • Serving Size

      about 2 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      235

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      4.5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.5g

        8%

    • Cholesterol
      50mg

      17%

    • Sodium
      310mg

      13%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      27g

      10%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%

    • Protein
      22g

    Ingredients

    romaine lettuce (chopped)
    8 cup

    green onions (chopped)
    2

    frozen corn (thawed)
    1/2 cup

    canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
    1/2 cup

    goat cheese (chevre) (crumbled)
    1 oz

    cooked chicken breast (diced)
    2 cup

    black bean tortilla chips (crushed)
    1/2 cup

    Orange Citrus Bottled Dressing (Such as Litehouse or dressing of your choice)
    10 tbsp

  • Chinese Five-Spice Kale Chips

    Chinese Five-Spice Kale Chips

    How to Make Chinese Five-Spice Kale Chips

    Chinese five-spice powder is a mixture of five spices: star anise, cloves, cinnamon, Sichuan pepper, and fennel. It gives a sweet, salty, sour, bitter and pungent taste to dishes. Don’t have it? Try a simplified Asian three-spice powder: mix equal parts ground cloves, ginger, and cinnamon. Either mix is perfect for this kale chip side dish, that’s a nutrition powerhouse and packed with flavor.


    5 min prep time


    20 min cook time


    2servings


    3 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Add the kale to a large bowl and toss well with the oil, five-spice powder and salt.
    2. Arrange the leaves in a single layer onto 2 large baking sheets. Bake until the leaves are crisp, about 20 minutes.
    3. Transfer the sheets to racks to cool, then serve.
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    Nutrition facts

    2 Servings



    • Serving Size

      3 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      90

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      8g

      10%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      170mg

      7%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      6g

      2%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        0g

    • Protein
      3g

    • Potassium
      350mg

      7%

    Ingredients

    sea salt
    1/8 tsp

    kale (stems and tough ribs removed, cut into large bite-size pieces (5 packed pieces))
    1 bunch

    Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    1 tbsp

    Chinese five-spice powder
    1/4 tsp

  • Chilled Persian Cucumber Soup with Chives

    Chilled Persian Cucumber Soup with Chives

    How to Make Chilled Persian Cucumber Soup with Chives

    If you enjoy tzatziki, this full-flavored recipe is like a tangy, cool soup version of it. The grated cucumber along with the unique inclusion of tea makes it refreshing and almost spa-like. What’s more, this soup provides bonus health benefits from the green tea, which studies find may help reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.


    30 min prep time


    4servings


    1 cup each

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Stir together the cucumber, yogurt, 2 tablespoons chives, the mint, shallot, garlic, vinegar, pepper, salt, and tea in a medium bowl. Adjust seasoning. Chill until ready to serve.
    2. Divide the soup among individual small soup cups or bowls. Serve topped with the remaining 1 teaspoon chives.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup each


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      140

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      4.5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      20mg

      7%

    • Sodium
      410mg

      18%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      14g

      5%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        5g

    • Protein
      13g

    • Potassium
      360mg

      8%

    Ingredients

    Persian or 1 English cucumber (unpeeled and coarsely grated)
    2

    Greek yogurt (plain fat-free)
    1 1/4 cup

    fresh chives (minced)
    3

    mint leaves (finely chopped fresh)
    1 tbsp

    shallots (minced)
    1

    large garlic clove (minced)
    1 clove

    white balsamic or champagne vinegar
    1 1/2 tbsp

    black pepper, or to taste (freshly ground)
    3/4 tsp

    sea salt, or to taste
    1/2 tsp

    unsweetened green tea or jasmine green tea (made with 1 tea bag) (chilled)
    2/3 cup

  • Chickpea Tabbouleh

    Chickpea Tabbouleh

    How to Make Chickpea Tabbouleh

    Bulgur is the grain used in traditional tabbouleh, but the bulk of this tasty tabbouleh is made up of vegetables, herbs and protein-packed chickpeas.


    30 min prep time


    10servings


    1 cup

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Rinse the bulgur wheat and add it to a small bowl. Pour hot water over the bulgur, cover, and let soak for about 20 minutes, until doubled in size. Drain excess liquid, if any, and place the bulgur in a large bowl.
    2. Chop the parsley to a medium-fine consistency. It should have some texture left in it and should not look pureed. Add the parsley to the bulgur wheat, and add all the remaining salad ingredients. Cover and set aside.
    3. For the vinaigrette, in a small bowl, whisk together the ingredients. Add to the salad; taste and adjust any seasonings. Add more lemon juice if desired. Turn the tabbouleh out onto a platter to serve.
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    Nutrition facts

    10 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 cup


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      95

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      4.5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.6g

        3%

    • Cholesterol
      0mg

      0%

    • Sodium
      110mg

      5%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      12g

      4%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      3g

    • Potassium
      275mg

      6%

    Ingredients

    bulgur wheat
    1/2 cup

    hot water (to cover and soak bulgur)
    1

    fresh parsley ((about 1/2 pound), thick stems removed)
    2 bunch

    fresh mint (minced)
    4 tbsp

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

    green onion (scallion) (finely minced (about 1/2 cup))
    3

    small tomatoes ((about 1 pound), diced (about 2 1/2 cups))
    3

    medium red bell pepper (seeded and diced (about 1/2 cup))
    1/2

    canned chickpeas (garbanzos) (drained and rinsed)
    1 cup

    fresh lemon juice
    3 tbsp

    olive oil
    3 tbsp

    salt
    1/4 tbsp