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Zucchini Noodles with Pesto & Chicken

Ingredients 4 medium-large zucchini (about 2 pounds), trimmed ¾ teaspoon salt, divided 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves ¼ cup pine nuts, toasted ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 large clove garlic, quartered ½ teaspoon ground pepper 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken […]

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Quick-Cooking Oats

Ingredients 1 cup water or low-fat milk Pinch of salt ½ cup quick-cooking oats (see Tip) 1 oz low-fat milk for serving 1 to 2 teaspoons honey, cane sugar or brown sugar for serving Pinch of cinnamon Directions Stovetop: Combine water (or milk) and salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Stir in […]

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Broiled Red Snapper with Sicilian Tomato Pesto

Plum tomatoes work best in this recipe; juicier tomatoes would thin the pesto. No need to seed or peel them. You can make the pesto ahead and keep it chilled. Stir in the tomatoes just before serving. Ingredients Pesto: 2 cups basil leaves 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted 2 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil 2 garlic […]

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Roasted Red Pepper and Pine Nut Salad

Spring mix, a blend of small, tender lettuces, is an ideal base for side salads with a more delicate profile (think herbs, berries, and nuts rather than croutons, pungent cheeses, or big, crunchy vegetables). This Mediterranean version would be a perfect side for citrus-and-herb baked chicken and Greek-style roasted potatoes. Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive […]

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Herbed Shrimp and White Bean Salad

Shrimp is the star of this main course salad that is full of white beans, colorful veggies and topped with a lemon juice vinaigrette. Ingredients 1 red bell pepper 4 cups arugula, loosely packed 1/2 cup thinly vertically sliced red onion 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 1 tablespoon chopped fresh […]

Go Nuts For Seeds: 8 Types to Eat More Often

Nuts and seeds are receiving increasing attention day by day, and studies show the potential health benefits of them. Seeds, these small foods are loaded with antioxidants, protein, fiber, healthy fats and variety of minerals. And it’s easy to include them into your snack and meals, here are some nutrient-packed seeds you should eat daily: […]

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7 Best Brain Foods

Do you ever find yourself walking into a room and forget why you went there in the first place? Or maybe you forget about the little things like where you put your car keys? We often brush this aside thinking that we’re human and we can make mistakes, but it can be a sign that […]