Category: DIETA EFECTIVA

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Blueberry antioxidant smoothie

Ingredients 1 cup blueberries 1 handful of spinach 1/2 cup plain regular or nondairy yogurt 1 cup regular or nondairy milk 1/2 banana Blend together until smooth. If you’re looking for a thicker consistency, add a few ice cubes before blending. How many pounds have you lost this month? At Dieta Efectiva you can lose […]

Banana colada smoothie

Ingredients 2 bananas 1 cup coconut water 1/2 cup plain Greek or nondairy yogurt 1 cup pineapple chunks (if from a can, drain and rinse before blending) 3 cups crushed ice Blend together until smooth. If desired, sprinkle raw coconut flakes on top after blending for garnish. How many pounds have you lost this month? […]

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Tropical raspberry avocado smoothie

Ingredients 1 avocado (peeled and pitted) 3/4 cup coconut water 1/2 cup raspberries 1/2 cup regular or nondairy yogurt Blend together until smooth. If you’re looking for a thicker consistency, add a few ice cubes before blending. How many pounds have you lost this month? At Dieta Efectiva you can lose 10-12 Lbs your first […]

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Peanut butter banana smoothie

Ingredients 1 1/2 bananas 1 1/2 tbsp. natural peanut butter 10 oz. regular or nondairy milk Blend together until smooth. If you’re looking for a thicker consistency, add a few ice cubes before blending. How many pounds have you lost this month? At Dieta Efectiva you can lose 10-12 Lbs your first week and 2-5 […]

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Herb-Buttered Baby Carrots

Ingredients 1 pound fresh baby carrots, trimmed 1/4 cup butter, cubed 1 garlic clove, minced 1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley or 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes 1/4 teaspoon dried basil 1/8 teaspoon dried marjoram 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano 1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme Directions Preheat oven to 375°. Place carrots in […]

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Garden Veggie Lasagna

Ingredients 2 medium zucchini, sliced diagonally 1/4-in. thick 2 cups fresh broccoli florets 2 large carrots, julienned 2 medium sweet red peppers, julienned 1/4 cup olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper sauce: 2 cups finely chopped baby portobello mushrooms 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 […]

Italian Meatball Kabobs

Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley 4 teaspoons Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 2-1/2 pounds ground beef tap here 1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 […]

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Feta Bruschetta

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, melted tap here 1/4 cup olive oil 10 slices French bread (1 inch thick) 1 package (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese 2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 large tomato, seeded and chopped Directions Preheat oven to 350°. In a small […]

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Italian Artichoke-Green Bean Casserole

Ingredients 6 cups cut fresh green beans (about 1-1/2 pounds) 1/3 cup olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 3 cans (14 ounces each) water-packed artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley Pinch cayenne pepper Pinch pepper 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs tap here 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, […]

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Slow-Cooker Turkey Breast with Gravy

Ingredients 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes 1 teaspoon salt tap here 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon pepper 2 medium onions, chopped 3 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices 3 celery ribs, coarsely chopped 1 bone-in turkey breast (6 to 7 pounds), skin removed 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup water Directions […]