May 25, 2013

Blueberry Muffin Energy Bites

All-natural, raw, easy to make and is packed with nutrition and energy. Not to mention portability – Davida Kugelmass, The Healthy Maven Print Blueberry Muffin Energy Bites Prep Time: 5 minutesTotal Time: 5 minutes Yield: 20-25 bitesServing Size: 2 bites Ingredients2 cups nuts (I used 1 cup of cashews & 1 cup of almonds) 1 [...]

Citrus Rosemary Green Beans

Green beans and carrots are brought together and sauteed with orange juice and other ingredient to make for a crisp, healthy, and sweet side dish that adults and kids will both enjoy. -Intern Jennifer Print Citrus Rosemary Green Beans Ingredients1 cup baby carrots ¾ cup Meijer 100% orange juice ¾ lb. fresh green beans, trimmed [...]

Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes

It’s easy, it’s tasty and it’s heart healthy for mom. – Jen Haugen, RD, Down to Earth Dietitian Print Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 10 minutesTotal Time: 20 minutes Yield: 32 cinnamon rollsServing Size: 2 rolls IngredientsDough: 4-1/2 cups Heart Smart Bisquick mix 1-1/3 cups fat-free milk Filling: 2 tablespoons all-purpose vegetable [...]

My Favorite Dark Chocolate Biscotti

Crunchy. Chocolatey. 38 calories for each GIANT piece. Oh yeah. - Kelly Morrison, Foodie Fiasco Print My Favorite Dark Chocolate Biscotti Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 40 minutes Yield: 22 biscotti Serving Size: 1-2 biscotti Ingredients1-2/3 cup white whole wheat flour OR almond meal 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1-1/2 tsp baking powder [...]

5 Ingredient Spring Vegetable Frittata

This gorgeous frittata is super quick and easy with five ingredients that can jump start your day in a fantastic way. And mom will think you spent tons of time in the kitchen cooking up love! Perfect for mom’s day! - Chere Bork, MS, RD, LDN, Taste Life, with Chere Bork Print 5 Ingredient Spring Vegetable [...]

Homemade Whole Wheat and Flax Pancakes

Homemade pancakes are so simple to make! This recipe uses simple swaps to turn pancakes into a healthy meal filled with delicious, hearty whole grains and healthy fats. - Elizabeth Patton, MS, RD, LD, CDE, Good Food Tastes Good   Print Homemade Whole Wheat and Flax Pancakes Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 10 minutesTotal Time: 15 minutes [...]

Gluten Free Raspberry Muffins

I love that this recipe is Paleo-friendly, being gluten free, and sweetened with honey. The raspberries keep it super moist and these muffins melt in your mouth. Delicious! -Giselle Schroer, My Healthy Happy Home Print Gluten-Free Raspberry Muffins Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 40 minutesTotal Time: 50 minutes Yield: 12 muffinsServing Size: 1 muffin Ingredients3/4 cup [...]

Feta Radish Spread

This feta radish spread is very flavorful, so a little can go a long way. It pairs well with crackers and pita, but would likely be equally as nice with fresh vegetables for an added crunch. – Jessica Serdikoff, Floptimism Print Feta-Radish Spread Prep Time: 3 minutes Yield: 4 hearty servings Ingredients4 oz crumbled feta cheese [...]

Fennel, Grape, and Celery Salad

This recipe for fennel and grape salad is a hit with my family, including the kids! It has the appeal of raw, crunchy vegetables and the sweet grapes and toasted almonds add to the appeal. -Natalia Stasenko, MS, RD, CDN, Tribeca Nutrition Print Fennel, Grape, and Celery Salad Prep Time: 10 minutesTotal Time: 10 minutes [...]

Herb Roasted Carrots

Whether you are a carrot lover or not, it wont matter if you try cooking your carrots this way!  Try a variety of seasonings to spice up the recipe in your own unique way! – CMU Dietetic Intern Melissa Print Herb Roasted Carrots Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesTotal Time: 30 minutes Yield: 2-3 [...]