From the Super Bowl to March Madness, it’s game day season. WakeMed registered dietitian Monika Kraus and WakeMed dietic intern Maggie Darden want to help you make choices that are good for your heart. You can enjoy foods that are a tantalizing touchdown for your tastebuds — without being artery clogging, heartburn-inducing takedowns for your […]
Fall is finally here and while pumpkin spice is all the rage this time of year, most of the processed pumpkin-flavored foods you find on grocery shelves don’t provide all the wonderful heart healthy benefits real pumpkin has to offer. Using real pumpkin – whether straight from the farm or out of a can – […]
This seasonal summer recipe was created by WakeMed executive chef Adam C. Smith and takes advantage of one of our coast’s most plentiful and heart healthy fishes. Flavored with cayenne pepper, the heat of the “snappy” dish can be easily adjusted by adding more or less cayenne. View a printable version of this recipe. INGREDIENTS […]
View a printable version of this recipe. This delicious, heart-healthy recipe was recently featured at the 2019 Thrive NC Festival. Give it a try, and let us know what you think! Thai Noodle Salad Serves 6 Rice Noodle Salad INGREDIENTS 5 oz rice noodles (vermicelli or flat noodles) 1/2 cup julienne cucumbers 1/4 cup julienne […]
Broccoli Pizza Crust (gluten free) Serves 4 View a printable version of this recipe. INGREDIENTS 2 heads broccoli, blanched 4 eggs ¾ cup Parmesan cheese 2 tsp Italian seasoning 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp crushed red pepper 1 pinch salt Desired toppings, precooked DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 400○F. In a food processor, pulse the […]
Asian Noodle Lettuce Wraps Serves 6 View a printable version of this recipe. INGREDIENTS Wraps: ½ pound spaghetti 2 large carrots 1 red bell pepper 4 ounces bean sprouts 2 large cucumbers 1 handful of scallions 1 cup fresh cilantro, rough chopped ½ head napa cabbage ½ head purple cabbage 2 cups peanuts 6 large […]
Avocado & Black Bean Tostadas Serves 6 View a printable version of this recipe. INGREDIENTS Avocado Cream: 1 ripe avocado ¼ cup sour cream 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon cilantro, rough chopped salt & pepper to taste Salsa: 1 cup fresh tomato, diced ½ cup black beans, rinsed and drained ½ cup corn, fresh […]
*Makes 6 bars **Adapted from superhealthykids.com View a printable version of this recipe. Berry and White Bean Breakfast Bars INGREDIENTS Filling: 1 cup berries (fresh or frozen, thawed) 1 tablespoon chia seeds Batter: 1 (15 ounce) can white beans ½ cup unsweetened applesauce 2 teaspoons vanilla extract ½ cup peanut butter 1 tablespoon honey 1 […]
Celebrate heart month with these heart-healthy recipe ideas from Chef Rob! View a printable version of these recipes. Stir Fry Chicken & Veggies Prep Time: 10 m | Total Time: 25 m INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons olive oil (or oil of choice) 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into ½-inch-thick slices 2 cups broccoli florets […]
Looking for a heart healthy, delicious dessert? Look no further! Check out this super easy, super healthy apple pomegranate crisp! Apple Pomegranate Crisp Yield: serves 4 Ingredients: 4 medium apples, peeled and cubed 1 cup pomegranate seeds 2 tablespoons brown sugar ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon ginger or pumpkin spice 1 cup […]
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