Tag: Center for Science in the Public Interest

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week The last Foodie Friday post featured blueberries so this week it’s all about strawberries! Savoring the seasonal summer fruits!  Summer Strawberry Salad Ingredients 2 tablespoons Unsweetened, Plain Yogurt 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 tablespoon White Balsamic Vinegar 2 teaspoons Dijon Mustard 1/4 teaspoon Salt 8 cups Salad Greens of…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Summer salads are popping up on meal plans and satisfying our taste buds. Store-bought dressings can contain excess sugar, salt, fat, and calories, as well as a laundry-list of ingredients. Why not prep our own dressing? Sesame Dressing Ingredients (1) Garlic Clove (grated) 2 tablespoons Ginger (grated) (1) Scallion (minced)…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Are you seeking a palatable vegetable side dish? Do you need a flavorful topping for your grilled chicken, fish, or tofu? For a boost in selenium, vitamin D, and vitamin B6 to prevent cell damage, support cell growth, and increase red blood cells, add mushrooms to your meal plan! Savory…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week From a tofu salad last week to a yuba stir-fry this week, we are kicking off Spring with protein-rich, plant-based recipes. What is yuba? I was wondering the same thing! Yuba resembles thinly sliced tofu, but is more dense with a “bouncy ball” quality. The term, yuba means dried tofu…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Quick Dish! Are you seeking a healthful recipe packed with vegetables for those week nights when your short on time? Are you craving to add more variety to your typical veggie dish? Are you in the mood for an Asian flavor with your vegetarian meal? Moo Shu Veggies Ingredients 2…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Are you in need of a grab and go healthy breakfast for those hectic mornings? Are you seeking a nutrient-rich breakfast you can prep the night before lessoning your morning  to-do list? Are you craving breakfast ideas that you can cater to your unique tastes? Overnight Oats Ingredients 1 cup Rolled Oats…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Are you short on time and need a quick dish? Are you craving a light healthy meal in less time? Are you seeking ways to use that tub of cottage cheese in the fridge? Cottage Cheese Snack Bowl Ingredients 1/2 cup of Low-Fat Cottage Cheese (*may substitute with non-fat) 1…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Are you craving a sweet treat without the guilt? Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding Ingredients 1/2 cup Chia Seeds 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder 1/8 teaspoon Salt 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup 2 cups Milk of choice Fresh Berries (*optional) Directions In a medium sized bowl, whisk together all…

  • Foodie Friday

    Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Pan-Roasted Asparagus Asparagus is ready for spring fling! Look for asparagus at your local farmers markets. Seek out spears with dry, tight tips. Try to find a bunch that has similar-sized stalks so they will all be done cooking at the same time.  lAsparagus contains 2 grams of fiber, a…

  • Wintery Weekday Soup

    Roasted Carrot-Ginger Soup Ingredients 1 1/2 lbs. Carrots (cut into chunks) 1/2 lb. Fennel Bulb (cut into chunks) 1 large Onion (cut into chunks) 3 large Garlic Cloves 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 teaspoon Freshly Grated Ginger 1 teaspoon Black Pepper 1 teaspoon Salt (optional) Directions Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees. On a…