Lunch Recipes

January 12, 2022

Quinoa Stuffed Red Peppers

Quinoa Stuffed Red Peppers 5 Servings Ingredients 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained 2 cups reduced sodium vegetable broth 5 large red bell peppers (or yellow or orange), cut in half and remove seeds and membranes 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil 20 ounces fresh spinach leaves 4 cloves minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon […]
January 11, 2022

Cheesy Chickpea Pasta and Vegetable Casserole

Cheesy Chickpea Pasta and Vegetable Casserole 10 Servings Ingredients 1 pound penne (or rigatoni, ziti) chickpea pasta (like Banza brand)1 Tbsp olive oil1 onion, chopped2 green bell peppers, chopped8 oz mushrooms, sliced5 cloves garlic, minced1 tsp Italian seasoning5 oz baby spinach3 cups chopped broccoliHandful of fresh basil leaves, chopped28 oz jar of red pasta sauce (lower sodium)14.5 oz […]
December 6, 2021

Quinoa Lentil Salad

Quinoa Lentil Salad 6 Servings Ingredients 1/2 cup quinoa1 1/4 cups water, plus 2 cups1/2 cup lentils2 teaspoons Dijon mustard3 tablespoons red wine vinegar1 Tbsp olive oil1 teaspoon garlic powder1 lime, zestedKosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 6 green onions, choppedFresh cilantro leaves, chopped Directions 1. Place quinoa and 1 1/4 cups water in a microwave safe […]
November 21, 2021

Crock Pot Moroccan Lentil Soup

Crock Pot Moroccan Lentil Soup 10 Servings Ingredients 1 pound brown lentils, rinsed and sorted for debris 2 quarts low sodium vegetable broth1 yellow onion, diced2 medium carrots, diced3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced 2 tsp ground cumin1 tsp ground coriander1 tsp ground ginger1 tsp paprika2 teaspoons kosher salt4 cups chopped spinach, kale and/or chard leaves1 large lemon, […]
November 3, 2021

Vegetable Black Bean and Quinoa Enchiladas

Vegetable Black Bean Quinoa Enchiladas 12 Servings Ingredients For the Enchilada Sauce:4 tablespoons olive oil 6 tablespoons flour 2 tablespoon ground chili powder 2 teaspoon ground cumin 2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1⁄2 teaspoon salt Pinch of cinnamon 4 tablespoons tomato paste 4 cups vegetable broth 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar 1/2 tsp ground black […]
October 18, 2021

Baked Caprese Chicken Breasts

Baked Caprese Chicken Breasts 8 Servings Ingredients 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 2 Tablespoons honey 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tablespoon olive oil 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning 1/4 teaspoon salt pinch of pepper 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes 3 large tomatoes, sliced 8 oz sliced mozzarella cheese Chopped basil for garnish Directions 1. Preheat […]
September 28, 2021

Indian Style Apricot Chicken

Indian Style Apricot Chicken 6 Servings Ingredients 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs1/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp olive oil1 large onion, chopped2 cloves of garlic, minced2 Tbsp grated fresh ginger1/2 tsp ground cinnamon1/4 tsp ground allspice14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup low sodium chicken broth8 oz dried apricots2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley Directions 1. Coat […]
September 22, 2021

Crock Pot Beans with Rice

Crock Pot Beans with Rice 10 Servings Ingredients 3 cups dried small red beans8 cups of water3 garlic cloves, minced1 large onion, chopped8 cups fresh water3/4 cup low sodium, low sugar ketchup1 tsp saltpinch of black pepper2 tsp ground cumin1 Tbsp parsley2 Bay Leaves Directions 1. Soak beans overnight in 8 cups water. Drain.2. Place beans in Crock […]
September 5, 2021

Crock Pot Salsa Chicken

Crock Pot Salsa Chicken 8 Servings Ingredients 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts2 cups salsa Serve with: any type of beans, cilantro, brown rice and/or nonfat sour cream Directions 1. Place chicken breasts in bottom of crock pot.2. Pour salsa over the chicken and stir to coat the chicken.3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high […]