This Mexican dish is so savory, you’ll never miss the meat! And people eat bean burritos all the time, right? So these tacos aren’t nearly the stretch that they might seem. There are 3 great things about this recipe (other than it’s always fun to try something new!): the lentil mixture has a unique sweetness to [...]
Jump-start your day with healthy choices and it will help you reduce hunger later in the day! Instead of plain old scrambled eggs for breakfast, try this burrito instead. Make it even healthier by using egg whites instead of whole eggs to cut back on cholesterol and saturated fat. Use fat-free milk and fat-free cheese [...]
Smart snacking is an important part of a healthy diet. When made with well-chosen ingredients, snacks can make it easier to maintain a healthy weight. Check out the highlights for this smart snack: nuts are loaded with heart-protective unsaturated fats; dark chocolate can assist in lowering blood pressure; and the antioxidants in dried blueberries may [...]
Spring is the time to load up on fresh asparagus! Besides great flavor, this hearty green stalk packs a heart-healthy punch of folate, with one serving providing 66 percent of your daily needs. Toss it into this wrap for lunch and you’ve got the right combination of complex carbohydrates and protein that won’t leave you feeling sluggish [...]