Fennel’s licorice-y sweetness is a great match for juicy citrus and salty feta. But if it’s not your favorite, swap the fennel out in favor of thinly sliced red onion. Ingredients 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar 1 teaspoon honey 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 cup chopped […]
Just a bit of a rich and pungent cheese can go quite a long way. Tossing hot pasta with a few ounces of creamy Brie makes for a light, luscious, and flavorful sauce to coat this abundant bowl of chicken, fresh veggies, and whole-grain noodles. Ingredients 6 ounces uncooked whole-wheat fusilli pasta 1 medium shallot, […]
We use the broiler to keep this vibrant summer salad speedy, but if you already have the grill cranked up, this dish easily transitions to an outdoor entrée. Ingredients 1 pound flank steak, trimmed and cut into 1-in. cubes Cooking spray 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 6 ounces […]
We love the richness that a little ground lamb offers, but you can use all beef or even ground turkey instead. Ingredients 1/2 medium red onion 1/4 cup chopped parsley, divided 3/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided 5/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 2 garlic cloves 6 ounces […]
Tarragon and fresh fennel both have the same faint licorice flavor, but they don’t overwhelm this simple spring salad. Salmon is the perfect protein for this dish: It cooks quickly, separates into large, pretty flakes, and stands up to the mint, tarragon, and garlic. This dish would also be a great use for leftover salmon. […]
Just a hint of char on the asparagus adds fantastic complexity to this simple 5-ingredient spring salad. Look for medium stalks rather than pencil-thin ones—those would char and dry out too quickly. A soft-boiled egg adds protein and richness; let the slightly runny yolks mingle with the rest of the salad before enjoying. Whole-milk Greek […]
This dinner salad is a perfect light and quick, yet refined, meal. The mustard tarragon vinaigrette complements the slightly bitter salad greens, while the pear adds a hint of sweetness. Ingredients 3 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts 4 large eggs Cooking spray 2 bacon slices (uncooked) 8 cups gourmet salad greens 1/4 cup (1 ounce) crumbled […]
We pair simply seasoned beef tenderloin with a flavorful sauté of fresh green beans, onions, shallots, garlic, and balsamic vinegar. This outstanding meal of Beef Tenderloin Steaks and Balsamic Green Beans comes in under 250 calories per serving. Ingredients 2 teaspoons butter, divided 1 cup vertically sliced yellow onion 1 cup vertically sliced red onion […]
Make a hearty, healthy Mexican casserole the whole family will enjoy. Substitute ground turkey and chicken broth instead of beef, if desired. Ingredients 1 pound ground sirloin 1 cup chopped onion 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup fat-free, lower-sodium beef broth 1 tablespoon 40%-less-sodium taco seasoning mix […]
Lean sirloin steak sits atop a bed of fresh veggies for an easy weeknight main dish salad. Top with crumbles of rich blue cheese to bring out the bold flavors in the homemade vinaigrette. Ingredients 2 teaspoons chili powder 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, […]