It's time for the Big Game... here are a few healthy recipes to try so you don't derail your January efforts for better health!
Slow and Steady for the Win!
Slow cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup
- 1lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1tsp minced fresh garlic
- 28oz can diced tomatoes with juice
- 6oz tomato paste
- 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 3 cups chopped green pepper
- 2/3 cup uncooked rice
- 1tsp dried basil
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- ground black pepper to taste
Preparation:
In a large skillet, cook turkey, onion and garlic over medium
heat until browned- Drain any juices and transfer mixture to a slow cooker. Add
remaining ingredients and stir gently to mix. Cook on low for 8-9 hours. Add
water to thin if necessary.
Makes 6 (2-cup servings)
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Calories: 300, Fat:
7g, Sat Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 55mg, Sodium: 540mg, Carbs: 39g, Fiber: 5g,
Sugars: 15g, Protein: 21g
Greek Yogurt Onion Dip (sour cream and yogurt are essentially the same but the yogurt is a much healthier option)
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- One packet low soduim onion dip mix
- 16oz Chobani Plain Greek Yogurt
Preparation:
Mix packet into yogurt. Mix well.
Pair with baked potato
chips for a less greasy sour cream and onion dip subsitute.