Personal Pizza
Personal Pizza Try topping with a variety of fruits and vegetables such as onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, pineapple, and tomato. Add cut up cooked meat like chicken or sausage. https://youtu.be/jcy4JSiRF_U Average Cost: $8.72 Prep Time: 5 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes Servings: 1 Recipe Source: FoodHero.org Ingredients 1/2 english muffin 1 1⁄2 Tablespoons spaghetti or pizza sauce […]
Fruit Pizza
Fruit Pizza This sweet treat is quick and easy to make with simple ingredients you may already have around! For variety, try using any combination of colorful fruits. https://youtu.be/0Lg6LEoIqF4 Average Cost: $13.44 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 3-5 minutes Servings: 2 Recipe Source: FoodHero.org Ingredients English Muffin (try whole grain) 2 Tablespoons reduced fat or […]
Cranberry Oatmeal Balls
Cranberry Oatmeal Balls (Bolas de Avena y Arándanos) This yummy breakfast or snack is full of nutrients and fiber to keep you full until your next meal! https://youtu.be/Pp0qpnOLDmo Average Cost: $8.19 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Servings: 6 Recipe Source: FoodHero.org Ingredients 1 cup oats (quick-cooking or old fashioned rolled) ⅓ cup […]
Apple Wraps
Apple Wraps This tasty wrap features a fall favorite-apples! Shake up the kid’s lunches by sneaking this fruity favorite in. https://youtu.be/DNZiEvhmP-A Average Cost: $4.99 Prep Time: 15 minutes Servings: 4 Recipe Source: Cooking Matters Ingredients 1 large apple 2 medium, ripe bananas 2 tablespoons peanut butter 2 (8-inch) whole wheat tortillas Directions Rinse and cut […]
Veggie Wraps
Veggie Wraps Use any of your favorite seasonal veggies in this wrap. Grate, chop, or peel into thin slices before adding. https://youtu.be/5owWt_f-ogg Average Cost: $13.95 Prep Time: 15-20 minutes Servings: 4 Recipe Source: cookingmatters.org Ingredients 4 large radishes 1 small carrot 1 cup salad greens 3 sprigs fresh herbs (parsley, dill, cilantro, or combination) 1 […]
Veggie Quiche Muffins
Vegetable Quiche Muffins (Muffins De Quiche de Verduras) This easy, and delicious dish is a nutrition powerhouse that you can involve your entire family to make. Broccoli is an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K. Average Cost: $7.30 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 45 minutes Servings: 12 Recipe Source: FoodHero Ingredients ¾ […]
Loaded Apple Slices
Loaded Apple Slices (Rebanadas de Manzana Cargadas) This easy snack is nutritious and tasty! Average Cost: $4.27 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: n/a Servings: 2 Recipe Source: FoodHero.org Ingredients 1 medium apple 2 Tablespoons peanut butter 1 Tablespoon raisins Directions Wash the apple under cool running water and dry. Cut in half from the […]
Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip
Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip (Dip de Yogur con Mantequilla de Maní) This dip is sure to be a hit with a variety of fruits and vegetables. Try it today with apples, bananas, or celery! Average Cost: $5.14 Prep Time: 5 minutes Cooking Time: n/a Servings: 14 Recipe Source: fnec.cornell.edu Ingredients 1 cup non-fat plain yogurt […]
Mango Salsa
Mango Salsa Try this refreshing salsa as a side or topping. It has the perfect balance of spicy and sweet! Average Cost: $6.94 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: n/a Servings: 6 Recipe Source: Cooking Matters Ingredients 2 large, ripe mangoes 1 small cucumber 2 medium green onions 1 medium jalapeno pepper 2 medium limes […]
Rice Bowl Breakfast with Fruit and Nuts
Rice Bowl Breakfast with Fruit and Nuts Use a combination of fresh, canned, frozen and dried fruit in this recipe. You can use any leftover cooked grain in this recipe. Try white or wild rice, quinoa, barley or oatmeal. Average Cost: $5.63 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 5 minutes Servings: 2 Recipe Source: foodhero.org, […]
Watermelon and Fruit Salad
Watermelon and Fruit Salad (Ensalada de Sandía y Frutas) 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 […]
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 […]
Chilled Blueberry Soup
Chilled Blueberry Soup This refreshing, beautiful, and quick summer soup features a blend of blueberries, apple juice, and low-fat yogurt, and is garnished with fresh mint leaves. Average Cost: $6.28 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: n/a Servings: 4 Recipe Source: Modified from a recipe at What’s Cooking? USDA Mixing Bowl Ingredients 2 cups fresh […]
Cinnamon Baked Pears
Cinnamon Baked Pears (Peras al Horno con Canela) These stuffed pears are easy to make, and a delicious dessert or snack. Average Cost: $7.88 Prep Time: 5-10 minutes Cooking Time: 25-35 minutes Servings: 4 Recipe Source: Modified from a recipe at FoodHero Ingredients 2 ripe pears 3 tablespoons walnuts, chopped 2 teaspoons honey or brown […]
Crunchy Baked Kale Chips
Crunchy Baked Kale Chips Crispy and delicious, these chips are a great healthy alternative to traditional store-bought chips. They make a very tasty afternoon snack! Average Cost: $4.46 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Servings: 6 Recipe Source: FoodHero.org Crunchy Baked Kale Chips Ingredients 1 bunch fresh kale (about 8 cups, chopped) 1 […]
