Green beans are one of the most versatile legumes around. Eat them raw, add them to salads, casseroles, side dishes and more. Below, we provide three different green bean recipes, plus a BONUS recipe – all of which you can make in a snap! View a printable version of these recipes. Green Bean Casserole Bundles Prep […]
Rich in vitamins and phytochemicals such as lycopene, tomatoes are nutrient-dense and offer numerous health benefits. Check out the following recipes – there’s definitely more than one way to slice a tomato! View a printable version of these recipes. Peach-Tomato Salsa Prep Time: 12 m | Total Time: 12 m INGREDIENTS 1 ripe peach, peeled, pitted, […]
There’s more than one way to eat okra. Not only is okra low in calories, it’s also packed with fiber and is rich in potassium, vitamin B, vitamin C, folic acid and calcium. This makes it the perfect veggie to help keep your heart, liver, blood sugar and digestive system running strong. Below are a […]
Blueberries are not only delicious, they’re packed full of vitamins and minerals, antioxidants and fiber. Check out the following recipes for ideas on how you can incorporate this healthy fruit into your diet this summer. View a printable version of these recipes. Sparkling Blueberry Lemonade Prep time: 10 m | Total Time: 17 m INGREDIENTS […]
Add a splash of the tropics to your summer with these super simple & healthy tropics-inspired recipes! View a printable version of these recipes. Tropical Cucumber Salad Prep time: 15 m | Total Time: 15 m INGREDIENTS 3-5 teaspoons fish sauce 1 teaspoon freshly grated lime zest, plus more for garnish 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 […]
What better way to cool down this summer than with one of our favorite summertime fruits? These pineapple recipes are delicious, healthy and super easy to make. Try one or all of them! View a printable version of all three recipes. Pineapple Coconut Overnight Oats Prep time: 5 m | Total Time: 5 m INGREDIENTS […]
With warm weather here to stay and a holiday weekend around the corner, it’s time to fire up the grill and enjoy a meal outside with friends and family (a must-read: July 4th Heart Healthy Meals). But before you lay out your picnic blanket, keep in mind that bacteria also love warm weather. Don’t let […]
Need a little help with your meal prep this 4th of July? Chef Rob has you covered. Try the following recipes. Not only are they delicious – they’re heart healthy as well! Grilled Beets with Garbanzo Beans & Feta INGREDIENTS 4-5 medium sized red beets 2 TBL olive oil 1tsp kosher salt ¼ tsp fresh […]
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day with these super easy, fun and healthy “watermelon-inspired” recipes. Watermelon is one of the most popular summer fruits around. As the name suggests, watermelon is made up of mostly water (about 92 percent), and it’s refreshing on those hot, North Carolina summer days. Did you know that watermelon is also soaked […]
We all know that a few minutes of preparation can go a long way to ensure a successful result. Meal planning is no different. Here are four easy tips to get you on the right track. 4 Steps to Healthier Meal Planning #1 – Plan to plan just a few meals per week. You don’t have […]
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