Thursday, January 27, 2022
(Family Features) Committing to healthier habits in the new year often starts in the kitchen. Adding better-for-you recipes to your arsenal is the start of a more nutrition-focused lifestyle, and whether you’re a true home chef or just learning the basics, these dishes can be the gateway to a healthier you.From fresh spins on family night and quick solutions in a pinch to homemade lunches and satisfying salads, consider these delicious and nutritious ways to enhance your homemade meals in 2022.
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Take Your Salad from Bland to Bold
Step aside, boring salads. A new year and a healthier eating plan can include better-for-you greens and dressings that hit the spot.
Veggies roasted with aromatic spices served on Fresh Express 5-Lettuce Mix are drizzled with lemon tahini dressing in this Moroccan Roasted Vegetable Salad, a delicious vegetarian way to turn a bland meal into a bona fide delight. With green leaf lettuce, red leaf lettuce, butter lettuce, romaine and radicchio, the mix of greens offers a bold combination of textures and flavors for those who love variety and color.
Find more ways to enhance your at-home salads at FreshExpress.com.
Moroccan Roasted Vegetable Salad
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Lemon Tahini Dressing:
1/4 cup tahini
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 teaspoons maple syrup
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons cold water
nonstick cooking spray
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons ras el hanout or garam masala
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into long wedges
4 whole large carrots, chopped
2 red bell peppers, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 packages (6 ounces each) Fresh Express 5-Lettuce Mix
1 can (15 1/2 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/3 cup dried apricots, sliced
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped
To make lemon tahini dressing: In a small bowl, whisk tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, maple syrup, Dijon mustard and salt. Add cold water; mix well. If dressing thickens, mix in more cold water.
Heat oven to 400 F. Spray two baking sheets with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, mix olive oil, ras el hanout, salt and pepper. Add sweet potatoes; toss to coat. Transfer to the first prepared baking sheet. Add carrots and peppers to leftover oil; toss to coat. Transfer to a second prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Let cool.
Arrange lettuce mix on four plates. Top each with sweet potatoes, carrots, red pepper, chickpeas, apricots and almonds. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with parsley.
A Lean, Nutritious Lunch
Meal prepping is one of the most common strategies for improving eating habits, however, this tactic is often focused primarily on nutritious breakfasts and family dinners. Don’t let lunch go by the wayside; you can skip the fast food breaks by opting for a recipe you can make quickly at home.
Made with nutritious Wisconsin Potatoes loaded with goodness, low in calories, high in fiber and a good source of vitamin B6, potassium, vitamin C and antioxidants, a Turkey-Potato Wrap provides a simple solution for swapping out saltier foods for a lean lunch. By making four at a time in just half an hour, lunch is served for most of your work week to help save time on busy mornings while adding vitamins, nutrients and antioxidants to your afternoon meal.
Find more better-for-you recipe ideas at eatwisconsinpotatoes.com.
Turkey-Potato Wrap
Recipe courtesy of Wisconsin Potatoes
3/4 pound Wisconsin russet potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon canola oil
3/4 pound ground lean turkey
1 large carrot, shredded
1/3 cup sliced green onions with tops
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning or basil
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
4 large whole-wheat or high-fiber tortillas
light sour cream (optional)
Place potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl; sprinkle with water. Cover, venting one corner. Microwave on high for 5-8 minutes until potatoes are tender.
In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add and break up the turkey; cook for 5 minutes, tossing occasionally. Mix in carrot; cook for 2 minutes. Add potatoes and onions; toss and cook for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium; mix in tomato sauce, cheese and Italian seasoning.
Cook, stirring occasionally, 4-5 minutes until mixture is hot and most sauce is absorbed. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. On the work surface, lay out tortillas. Place 3/4 cup hot turkey mixture on each; fold and roll for burritos.
Cut in halves. Serve each with sour cream, if desired.
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