Pasta Salad

Pasta Salad (Ensalada de Pasta) Easy and delicious, make this tasty pasta salad for your next picnic. Average Cost: $7.73 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Servings: 12 Recipe Source: choosemyplate.gov Ingredients 3 cups pasta, uncooked 1/2 cup celery (chopped) 1 bell pepper (medium, chopped) 1/2 cup carrot (peeled and diced) 1/2 cup […]

Creamy Macaroni and Cheese

Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Winter squash brings great flavor to this healthier version of homemade mac and cheese! Average Cost: $9.99 Prep Time: 75 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Servings: 8 Recipe Source: Modified from a Cooking Matters recipe Ingredients Non-stick cooking spray 12 ounces whole wheat macaroni (1 1/2 pounds) butternut or acorn squash […]

Parfait with Bananas

Parfait with Bananas Greek yogurt is higher in protein and has less sugar then regular yogurt and it also has a stronger taste which goes nicely with fruit.  Average Cost: $15.57 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: N/A Servings: 4 Recipe Source: CommonThreads.org Ingredients 2 cups nonfat plain greek yogurt 2 tablespoons honey 1 cup […]

Bean and Vegetable Soup

Bean and Vegetable Soup This is a great hearty soup that has many different vegetables. Average Cost: $8.29 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Servings: 8 Recipe Source: CookingMatters.org Ingredients 2 medium carrots 1 small onion 2 medium cloves garlic 2 medium celery stalks 1 large tomato 1 medium yellow squash 1 (15½-ounce) can […]

Maple Glazed Turnips

Maple Glazed Turnips Try this great maple glaze flavoring over turnips and sweet potatoes! Average Cost: $6.37 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 40-50 minutes Servings: 8 Recipe Source: FoodHero.org Ingredients 1 tablespoon margarine or butter 3 tablespoons maple syrup 1⁄2 teaspoon cinnamon 2 teaspoons lemon juice 3 cups turnips, peeled and diced 2 cups […]

Gingerbread Pancakes

Gingerbread Pancakes (Pancakes de Jengibre) A delicious way to enjoy this classic holiday flavor and eat your whole grains for breakfast. Average Cost: $14.06 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Servings: 4 Recipe Source: FoodHero.org Ingredients 1⁄2 cup whole wheat flour 1⁄2 cup all-purpose flour 1⁄2 teaspoon salt 1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda 2 […]

Macaroni and Cheese with Broccoli

Macaroni and Cheese with Broccoli (Macarrones con Queso y Brócoli) Broccoli gives flavor, texture, and nutrients to this creamy spin-off of the traditional pasta and cheese dish. Average Cost: $7.22 Prep Time: 5 minutes Cooking Time: 25 minutes Servings: 6 Recipe Source: MyPlate.gov Ingredients 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni 4 tablespoons flour 2 cups milk […]

Avocado Breakfast Bruschetta

Avocado Breakfast Bruschetta Start your day with a breakfast twist on classic bruschetta: avocados, tomato, hard-boiled egg, and ricotta with basil atop toasted rustic whole-grain bread. Average Cost: $12.16 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: N/A Servings: 4 Recipe Source: MyPlate.gov Ingredients 1 ripe avocado 2 medium tomatoes 1 green onion 1/2 cup chopped fresh […]

Black Bean and Rice Salad

Black Bean and Rice Salad Full of protein, fiber, and flavor, this salad works well as a side dish or stands alone as a main dish. It can also be made ahead of time and refrigerated. Average Cost: $6.07 Prep Time: 1 hour and 20 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes Servings: 3 Recipe Source: MyPlate.gov […]

Brazilian Rice

Brazilian Rice This vegetarian dish combines leafy greens and high fiber brown rice to make a wholesome side dish or a satisfying main dish.  Average Cost: $13.13 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Servings: 8 Recipe Source: MyPlate.gov Ingredients 2 12-ounce packages of frozen spinach (thawed) 1 cup brown rice (cooked) 2 tablespoons […]

Quinoa and Black Bean Salad

Quinoa and Black Bean Salad (Ensalada De Quinoa y Frijoles Negros) Quinoa is combined in this recipe with black beans, savory vegetables, and spices for a cold salad that is light and refreshing. This salad is high in protein and can be served as a main or side dish.  Average Cost: $10.66 Prep Time: 10 […]

Black Quinoa Asian Slaw

Black Quinoa Asian Slaw Spicy, crunchy, and flavorful, this dish makes a complete meal, with a wide range of vegetables and protein-packed quinoa.  Average Cost: $18.11 Prep Time: 25 minutes Chill Time: Optional Servings: 8 Recipe Source: oldwayspt.org Ingredients For the slaw: 8 ounces black quinoa 2 cups water 2 cups red cabbage, shredded 1 […]

No-Bake Granola Bars

No-Bake Granola Bars (Barras de Granola no Horneadas) No-bake granola bars are healthier since you can reduce the added sugar and eliminate preservatives. https://youtu.be/F3WKvg0DH-0 Average Cost: $12.08 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: N/A Servings: 6 Recipe Source: commonthreads.org Ingredients 1/2 cup nut butter or seed butter (almond butter used for nutrient analysis) 2 teaspoons […]

Mixed Veggies with Eggs

Mixed Veggies with Eggs Eggs are a complete protein, having just the right amount of essential amino acids needed to help build tissue and they are reasonably priced at the store! Average Cost: $4.13 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Servings: 4 Recipe Source: commonthreads.org Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small bag […]

Black Bean Veggie Patties

Black Bean Veggie Patties Missing summer barbecues? Try these inexpensive, flavorful, and protein-packed black bean burgers! Average Cost: $7.23 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 45 minutes Servings: 5 Recipe Source: jsyfruitveggies.org Ingredients 2 cups cooked black beans, mashed 1/2 green pepper, finely chopped 1/2 onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 egg 1 […]