Category Archives: Healthy Recipes

Grilled Fruit Skewers

Posted on June 6, 2012 by karenplcdietitian

Filled with vitamin C, this unique, low calorie recipe makes a great barbeque appetizer or dessert! Serves 8  4 peaches, halved or quartered 10 chunks pineapple 2 plums, halved 2 nectarines, halved 1 papaya, halved ¼ cup balsamic vinegar 2 tsp. … Continue reading →

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Almond Baked Catfish

Posted on April 25, 2012 by karenplcdietitian

Serves 4 The blend of flavors in this recipe will turn catfish into a family favorite!  Quick and simple to prepare, this recipe also provides vitamin E, omega-3 and fiber. ½ cup whole dry roasted almonds 3 Tbsp cornmeal 2 … Continue reading →

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One Pot Vegetable Stew

Posted on February 29, 2012 by karenplcdietitian

Served over fiber-rich brown rich, this meal provides beta-carotene and vitamins A, C and K in just one pot, which keeps preparation and clean-up quick and easy. Makes 6 servings Ingredients: 1 tsp. olive oil 1/3 cup thinly sliced onion … Continue reading →

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Recipe: White Bean Soup with Fresh Greens

Posted on January 10, 2012 by karenplcdietitian

White Bean Soup with Fresh Greens Serves 8 This recipe will warm you up on a cold day as it loads your body with powerful antioxidants and provides your taste buds with savory flavors.  At just 115 calories and 16 … Continue reading →

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A simple way to cut Thanksgiving calories!

Posted on November 21, 2011 by karenplcdietitian

Just swap out your usual high calorie pumpkin pie recipe for PLC’s lower calorie version.  Your family probably won’t even notice! This pumpkin pie saves 100 calories per slice from the traditional version and it really does taste identical! Lower … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Edamame Hummus

Posted on October 5, 2011 by karenplcdietitian

With school back in session, many parents are looking for quick, healthy after-school snacks. This tasty hummus is a great choice! Keep a pre-made bowl in your refrigerator and pair it with some whole grain crackers, raw vegetable sticks or … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Veggies in a Blanket

Posted on August 25, 2011 by karenplcdietitian

This quick recipe is perfect for your kid’s lunch box or for your upcoming Labor Day party (just cut the large rolls into 5 small rolls to make finger foods) !  Veggies in a Blanket are filled with fiber and other … Continue reading →

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Have a Food Craving? Check out this guide…

Posted on August 25, 2011 by karenplcdietitian

With a little preparation, you can satisfy your craving while saving calories.  Use this guide and enjoy! If you are craving… Have This: Why? Apple Pie Cinnamon Apple Delight Core an apple, & peel 1/3 of the way. Sprinkle the … Continue reading →

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New PLC Recipe: White Bean, Tomato, & Green Bean Salad

Posted on August 3, 2011 by karenplcdietitian

Planning a barbecue this weekend? Add some cancer-fighting and cholesterol-lowering fiber to the menu with this refreshing and delicious bean based salad! White Bean, Tomato, and Green Bean Salad Serves: 4 Dressing: 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon balsamic … Continue reading →

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Chickpea Salad Romaine Wraps

Posted on June 8, 2011 by David A Fein, MD

Chickpea Salad Romaine Wraps These wraps are high in cancer-fighting fiber and quite refreshing on a warm spring or summer day! Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cooked or canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup finely chopped or grated carrot 1/2 … Continue reading →

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