Salads sound like the perfect “healthy” meal – a base of colorful vegetables accented with flavor. But there are landmines everywhere at a salad bar. I mean, the macaroni salad alone would set you back a day’s worth of fat and calories (and probably sodium too). But don’t worry, you can still get all the […]
Sure, a turkey sandwich is fine for the 200th day in a row, but are you looking to jazz up that brown bag lunch? Here are a few ways to perk up the lunch hour without breaking the budget. Take that turkey on a roll. Instead of your normal two slices of whole wheat bread, […]
Typically, as the weather gets warmer, we’re all prone to eating lighter meals, especially in the evenings. Not only are summer salads a great way to fill up and not feel heavy, but they are also a great way to make the most of all that fresh produce available this time of year. These recipes […]
Yes, salads can be a great diet food if you make the right choices. But those choices include making sure that you are getting enough nutrition to keep yourself full until the next meal. Having a salad for lunch does you no good if you end up at the vending machine mid-afternoon because you are […]
Mediterranean cuisine is widely accepted as one of the healthier diets to eat, filled with lean protein, vegetables, and whole grains. But be aware that there are pitfalls even in the best of dining. Being aware of the smarter choices before you peruse the menu will help ensure a delicious and healthy meal. Falafel – […]
We normally consider salads a spring and summer dish. In the fall and winter, we usually feel more like having a hearty soup or a rich stew. But here are some delicious winter salads to ward off the chill. One of the tricks is to make sure it includes at least one warm to hot […]
One of my favorite kitchen devices is the crockpot. The one we love has a timer so that you can set it in the morning and then when the timer goes off, it switches to ‘warm’ so that everything stays nice and ready. Not only is this handy for dinner when you get home, but […]
Obviously, a salad is healthier than a cheeseburger. But if you eat nothing but lettuce for lunch, you will probably be hungry (bordering on “hangry”) by mid-afternoon. The key to a filling salad is protein. When you add healthy protein to your vegetables, you end up with a meal that will keep you full until […]
Here are four of my favorite brown bag lunches. Depending on your dietary preferences and restrictions, they can all be made as salads, sandwiches or wraps. I like to mix it up so that I’m not eating the exact same thing for days on end. I prefer whole wheat tortillas for my wraps and those […]
