Cucumber Berry Salad

Cucumber Berry Salad A quick, simple and refreshing salad featuring fresh blueberries and crisp cucumber chunks with feta cheese, arugula and a lime vinaigrette. Average Cost: $13.31 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: n/a Servings: 4 Recipe Source: MyPlate.gov, Cucumber Berry Salad Ingredients Vinaigrette 1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons white balsamic […]

Watermelon and Fruit Salad

Watermelon and Fruit Salad Delicious and refreshing. Kids love it! Average Cost: $13.83 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: n/a Servings: 8 Recipe Source: FoodHero.org Watermelon Fruit Salad Ingredients 1 cup watermelon, diced 2 cups strawberries, sliced 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen/thawed) ½ cup apple, banana or pear, diced 2 teaspoons lime juice 2 […]

Razzleberry Shiver

Razzleberry Shiver Creamy and tangy and oh so pretty! Average Cost: $6.48 Prep Time: 5 minutes Chill Time: 5 hours Servings: 4 Recipe Source: FoodHero.org Razzleberry Shiver Ingredients 1 cup raspberries 2 bananas 1/2 cup plain, low-fat yogurt 1/4 cup nonfat or 1% milk 1 teaspoon sugar Directions Put all ingredients into a blender. Blend […]

Peachy Pops

Peachy Pops Peachy pops will be the perfect partner to your playful picnic. Enjoy these frosty treats any day. Average Cost: $8.19 Prep Time: 20 minutes Chill Time: 5 hours Servings: 6 Recipe Source: FoodHero.org Peachy Pops Ingredients 2 peaches 2/3 cup yogurt, low-fat vanilla 2 cups orange juice Directions Use a knife to remove […]

Apple Salad

Apple Salad This sweet salad is crunchy and refreshing! Average Cost: $6.82 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: n/a Servings: 6 Recipe Source: EatFresh.org Apple Salad Ingredients 1 cup Apple chopped 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice 1/2 cup Celery chopped 1/2 cup Carrot grated 1/2 cup Raisins 1/2 cup Vanilla Yogurt (or more as needed Optional […]

Cranberry Walnut Coleslaw

Cranberry Walnut Coleslaw This new take on traditional coleslaw is loaded with fiber and flavor! Average Cost: $9.35 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Servings: 10 Recipe Source: CookingMatters.org Cranberry Walnut Coleslaw Ingredients (1-pound) head cabbage 3 medium carrots 1 cup walnuts 1/3 cup cider vinegar 1/4 cup canola oil 1 Tablespoon sugar […]

Very Berry Muesli

Very Berry Muesli Muesli makes a delicious breakfast. Try drizzling with milk. Average Cost: $11.22 Prep Time: 10 minutes Chill Time: 6 – 12 hours Servings: 5 Recipe Source: foodhero.org very berry muesli Ingredients 1 cup low-fat fruit yogurt 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats 1/2 cup nonfat or 1% milk 1/2 cup dried fruit […]

Chicken Rice Salad

Chicken Rice Salad Add fresh vegetables and seasonings to leftover chicken that has been properly handled and rice for a quick and delicious salad. Average Cost: $10.99 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Servings: 4 Recipe Source: MyPlate.gov Ingredients 4 cups Lettuce 2 cups Brown rice, cooked 2 cups Chicken breast, skinless roasted 1 […]

Tropical Overnight Oatmeal

Tropical Overnight Oatmeal Breakfast is a snap with a quick step the night before. Mix oats with yogurt and refrigerate overnight. Add bananas and pineapple chunks in the morning!  Average Cost: $9.21 Prep Time: 5 minutes Chill Time: Overnight Servings: 2 Recipe Source: myplate.gov Ingredients 2/3 cup old fashion oats (uncooked) 2/3 cup non-fat milk […]

Gingered Carrot and Beet Slaw

Gingered Carrot and Beet Salad Ginger adds zip to this grated root vegetable salad! Average Cost: $10.20 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: n/a Servings: 6 Recipe Source: Just Say Yes to Fruits and Vegetables Program Ingredients 4 cups grated beets 4 cups grated carrots 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped poblano pepper 1 […]

Black-eyed Pea and Corn Salad

Black-eyed Pea and Corn Salad A great source of magnesium, calcium, iron, and fiber, this recipe is perfect for picnics, kid-friendly, and ready in minutes! Average Cost: $4.94 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: n/a Servings: 10 Recipe Source: CookingMatters Ingredients 1 medium bell pepper 1 small red onion 2 (15-1/2 ounce) cans black-eyed peas […]

Spring Green Salad

Spring Green Salad Brighten up your salad with spinach and strawberries straight from the farmer’s market or your garden!  Average Cost: $10.78 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes Servings: 10 Recipe Source: foodhero.org recipe Ingredients Salad 6 ounces spinach (about 7 cups) 3 oranges 1 1⁄2 cups strawberries, halved 1 cup walnut pieces […]

Green Sandwich

Green Sandwich Looking to change up your school lunch? Try making this green sandwich! You can vary the ingredients, of course, according to what you like and have on hand. And you can make it even greener by using a spinach wrap instead of bread! Average Cost: $6.87 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: N/A […]

Every Shade of Green Salad

Every Shade of Green Salad The combination of green fruits and vegetables makes for a nutritious addition to any meal! Average Cost: $14.43 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: N/A Servings: 4 Recipe Source: ChopChopFamily.org Ingredients 1 head romaine lettuce, washed and torn 1 bunch flat leaf spinach, washed and torn (or 1 5-ounce bag […]

Tropical Smoothie

Tropical Smoothie A whole orange goes into this refreshing drink, making it nice and thick. It’s healthy enough to make a great grab-and-go breakfast and delicious enough to be an anytime treat.  Average Cost: $9.21 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: N/A Servings: 2 Recipe Source: ChopChopFamily.org Ingredients 3/4 cup plain yogurt 1 large overripe […]