Archive for the 'Healthy Cooking' Category

Berries Marinated in Balsamic Vinegar

From the Website “mayoclinic.com”,  this is a healthy choice for a summer dessert:
Serves 2
Ingredients
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sliced strawberries
1/2 cup blueberries
1/2 cup raspberries
2 shortbread biscuits
Directions
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, brown sugar and vanilla.
In another bowl, add the strawberries, blueberries and raspberries. Pour the [...]

Strawberries with Lime Dipping Sauce

Strawberries with Lime Dipping Sauce: A Zesty, Healthy Snack
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Serves: 4
A sumptuous addition to your summer menu:
Ingredients:
1 8 oz. carton of light dairy sour cream
2 T. powdered sugar
2 tsp. finely shredded lime peel
1 T. lime juice
3 C. of strawberries
Directions: for lime dipping sauce, in a small bowl stir together [...]

Cold Cucumber Soup with Avocado

…This is a filling, satisfying cold soup. And no cholestrol..

Bahama Breeze Chicken Santiago Secret Recipe

Hi again folks. Today I’ve a recipe which is simply delightful. It makes for good summer fare..

Tuna Steak with Green Olive Salsa and Roasted Peppers

A healthful tuna steak with green olive salsa and fresh herbs. This steak can be a grilled tuna steak or a broiled tuna steak..

Flavorful Rice Salad

1 can of black beans (15 oz)
(rinsed and drained)
1 1/2 cups cold cooked long grain rice
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes (about 4)
4 green onions (chopped)
1 celery rib, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach
2 T. minced fresh cilantro
1/2 C. fat-free Italian salad dressing
1 C. crumbled feta cheese (4 oz)
In a large bowl, combine the beans, rice, [...]