Tag: fresh basil

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Lemon-Herb Chicken Skewers with Blueberry-Balsamic Salsa

Blueberries are the standout ingredient for the sweet and sour sauce that accompanies these grilled kebabs. We used cilantro, basil, and parsley, but you can omit the cilantro. You can also serve this salsa on small toasts spread with creamy Camembert or tangy goat cheese. Ingredients 1 garlic clove 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley […]

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Spaghetti with Pistachio-Mint Pesto and Spinach

This meatless meal definitely doesn’t skimp on flavor. With a bright and fresh spring pesto and lots of healthy spinach, getting your greens has never been so easy. Ingredients 1/3 cup packed fresh mint 1/3 cup packed fresh basil 1/3 cup packed fresh parsley 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon rind 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice […]

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Flank Steak with Tomato Bruschetta

For a quick and easy dinner, serve Flank Steak with Tomato Bruschetta. Flank steak is lean and flavorful and definitely has a place in your healthful diet. Ingredients 2 teaspoons canola oil 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1/4 teaspoon Creole seasoning 1 (1-pound) flank […]

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Frittata with Spinach, Potatoes, and Leeks

Make the leek mixture and cook the potatoes a day ahead. Or use store-bought diced cooked potatoes (such as Simply Potatoes), whisk the eggs, combine everything, and bake the morning of the brunch. Ingredients 1 teaspoon butter 2 cups thinly sliced leek (about 2 large) 1 (10-ounce) package fresh spinach 1/3 cup fat-free milk 2 […]

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Stir-Fried Chicken Salad

A light, weeknight dinner can be on the table in a flash thanks to quick-cooking chicken tenders. Ingredients 1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon Thai fish sauce 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon bottled chopped garlic 2 teaspoons sugar 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast tenders 1 […]

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Creamy Blueberry Chicken Salad

Red onion and celery add crunch to this quick chicken salad. Blueberries have thick skins, so they won’t break apart when tossed with the chicken. Ingredients 1/2 cup thinly vertically sliced red onion 1/3 cup diced celery 1/4 cup torn fresh basil 12 ounces shredded skinless, boneless rotisserie chicken (about 3 cups) 1/2 teaspoon kosher […]

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Seared Cajun-Style Steak with Green Tomato Relish

Many seasoning blends now offer low- or no-salt options, making spice rubs an easy, instant way to spruce up quickly seared chicken, seafood, or steak without overdoing the sodium. Cajun seasoning is a balanced blend of garlic powder, paprika, dried herbs, and ground red pepper. We pair the steaks with a fun twist on fresh […]

California Caprese Bowl

Ingredients 1/2 cup cooked farro 1 cup baby arugula 3 tablespoons chopped peeled avocado 2/3 cup tomato wedges 1 ounce torn fresh mozzarella cheese 2 tablespoons fresh basil 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 slice center-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled Balsamic-Dijon Sauce: 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar 1/4 teaspoon Dijon […]

California Caprese Bowl

Ingredients 1/2 cup cooked farro 1 cup baby arugula 3 tablespoons chopped peeled avocado 2/3 cup tomato wedges 1 ounce torn fresh mozzarella cheese 2 tablespoons fresh basil 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 slice center-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled Balsamic-Dijon Sauce: 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar 1/4 teaspoon Dijon […]

Tuna, Egg, and Avocado Toast

Ingredients 8 ounces canned or jarred sustainable albacore tuna packed in oil 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, divided 2 tablespoons minced red onion 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 hard-cooked large eggs, coarsely chopped 4 (1-oz.) slices […]