Posts tagged with "nutri"
Cranberry Muesli
February 13th, 201743 There may be as many versions of muesli as there are breakfast cereals, but this one's modeled after the original "Swiss Wake You Up", a combination of overnight-soaked grains, nuts, dried fruit and yogurt. Make it the night before and you'll have breakfast ready when you are. Ingredients (2 servings) ½ cup low-fat plain yogurt ...
Spicy Beef with Shrimp & Bok Choy
February 12th, 201772 Oyster sauce and rice wine give this speedy stir-fry a rich flavor that balances the clean, sweet crunch of bok choy. Make It a Meal: Rice noodles or brown basmati rice and a Tsing Tao beer will make you feel like you're eating in your favorite Chinese restaurant. Ingredients (4 servings) ¼ cup Shao Hsing rice wine, (see...
Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Creamy Chive Sauce
February 11th, 201746 Here's a sauce so delicious, it's missing only one thing: a little crunchy bread to dip in it. Make It a Meal: Serve with steamed asparagus or cauliflower, mashed potatoes or pasta, and a glass of wine. Ingredients (4 servings) 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, (about 1 pound), trimmed of fat 1 teaspoon kosher salt,...
Garden-Fresh Asparagus Soup
February 10th, 201729 This lemony asparagus soup is spiced with a touch of curry and gets added richness from “lite” coconut milk and creamy red potatoes. Top it with a dollop of crème fraîche or plain yogurt and serve warm or chilled. Ingredients (6 servings) 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, finely...
"Green Pizza" With Broccoli and Arugula
February 9th, 201752 Why not use cooler-weather vegetables like broccoli and arugula as an unconventional pizza topping? The arugula adds a slightly bitter, peppery taste—for a milder flavor, use spinach instead. Serve with wedges of fresh tomato tossed with vinegar, olive oil, basil and freshly ground pepper. Ingredients (6 servings) 1 pound...
Parmesan Spinach Cakes
February 7th, 201746 If you like spinach-cheese pie, try these simple but elegant-looking little spinach cakes. Ingredients (4 servings) • 12 ounces fresh spinach, (see Note) • ½ cup part-skim ricotta cheese, or low-fat cottage cheese • ½ cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish • 2 large eggs, beaten • 1 clove garlic,...
Tuscan-Style Tuna Salad
February 6th, 201741 This streamlined version of a northern Italian idea is perfect for a summer evening: no-fuss, no-cook and big taste. You can even make it ahead and store it, covered, in the refrigerator for several days. If you do, use it as a wrap filling for the next day's lunch. Ingredients (4 servings) 2 6-ounce cans chunk light tuna, drained (see...
Seven-Layer Salad
February 4th, 201752 This makeover of a Midwestern classic tops layers of lettuce, peas, bell pepper and tomatoes with a creamy, tangy dressing. The salad stays fresh underneath until it's served and gets even better when held overnight. Ingredients (10 servings) • 8 cups shredded romaine lettuce • 1 cup frozen peas, thawed • 1 medium yellow...
