Fusilli with Broccoli Rabe Pesto and Burst Cherry Tomatoes Kick-start your New Yearâs resolution with an easy, nutritious meal. The healthy secret to this simple pasta dish is in the…
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South of the Border Beans and Rice
South of the Border Beans and Rice This vegetarian entrĂ©e features hearty brown rice and colorful bell peppers, corn, tomatoes and black beans. Unlike white rice, brown rice retains its…
Chickpea and Butternut Squash Fritters with Field Greens
Chickpea and Butternut Squash Fritters with Field Greens Butternut squash and chickpeas are the perfect combination for this vegetarian entrĂ©e. Legumes like chickpeas pack protein and the B vitamin folate,…
Grilled Pizza with Grilled Vegetables
Grilled Pizza with Grilled Vegetables Get the most out of your late summer produce by cooking them up for this unique veggie pizza. Hearty mushrooms, bell peppers and summer squash…
Tuscan White Bean Soup
Tuscan White Bean Soup Eat healthier and save money this year by adding beans to your meals. This recipe blends creamy home-cooked navy beans with healthy, winter veggies like carrots,…
Summer Veggie Soup
Summer Veggie Soup Meet your new go-to summer soup. This medley of carrots, yellow squash, zucchini, asparagus, tomatoes, potatoes and corn is rich in nutrition and low in calories. Itâs…
Veggie Chili
Veggie Chili Warm up on a cool evening with this spiced-up vegetarian chili. Black beans fill you up and keep you satisfied thanks to their dietary fiber and high protein.…
Quick Eight-Vegetable Soup
Quick Eight-Vegetable Soup If youâre rushing around this week, like we are to get ready for our annual research conference, dinner may be the last thing you have time for.…
Pasta Shells with Garlicky Kale
Pasta Shells with Garlicky Kale Creamy pasta meets nutrition-packed kale in this recipe for the ultimate side dish. Kaleâs popularity is rising, and with good reason â itâs super rich…
Roasted Vegetable Lasagna
Roasted Vegetable Lasagna Donât fret, lasagna lovers. Our runner-up recipe was just as delicious as our winner. It boasts meaty eggplant, fresh zucchini and lycopene-rich tomatoes. CAL/SERV : 360 PREP…
Quinoa Risotto Primavera
Quinoa Risotto Primavera Quinoa adds protein and fiber and complements the texture of the finely chopped cauliflower. Tossed with baby carrots, green peas and sautĂ©ed onion, this dish packs a…
Cauliflower âOsso Buccoâ
Cauliflower âOsso Buccoâ Cauliflower steaks are a great culinary alternative to various animal-based proteins. If you follow a plant-based diet, think about using them in place of beef, veal or…
No-Bake Watermelon Cake
No-Bake Watermelon Cake Satisfy your sweet tooth with this fun no-bake âcakeâ the whole family will enjoy. Fresh summer watermelon makes for a sturdy base and is rich in vitamins…
Summer Grilled Balsamic Veggies
Summer Grilled Balsamic Veggies This versatile recipe is simple, flavorful and our new grilling go-to. Made with a variety of bell peppers, summer squash and mushrooms, your version can use…
Shrimp Salad with Sundried Tomato Vinaigrette
Shrimp Salad with Sundried Tomato Vinaigrette Celebrate spring with a fresh, entrĂ©e-worthy salad. This one features protein-rich shrimp, colorful corn and cherry tomatoes and a zesty sundried tomato vinaigrette. Roasting…
Wasabi-Crusted Cod with Ponzu Sauce
Wasabi-Crusted Cod with Ponzu Sauce If youâre looking for an elegant, healthy dinner, this fresh fish dish is for you. Featuring spicy wasabi and crunchy sesame, itâs the best way…
Grilled Scallops and Radicchio
Grilled Scallops and Radicchio This year, ditch the red and processed meat and serve up a summer seafood dish. Scallops are rich in protein and only take about 5 minutes…
Springtime Asparagus with Lemon Garlic Shrimp
Springtime Asparagus with Lemon Garlic Shrimp Asparagus is a spring staple, high in the B-vitamin, folate, which may protect against cancer by helping maintain the integrity of DNA. These little…
Garlic Salmon with Black Bean Sauce
Garlic Salmon with Black Bean Sauce Fish is a delicious dinner option, rich in protein, B vitamins and selenium. Salmon is rich in beneficial omega-3 fatty acids, linked to lower…
Grilled Salmon and Spinach Salad
Grilled Salmon and Spinach Salad This refreshing entrĂ©e salad has a little of everything. Protein-packed salmon rests on a bed of baby spinach, but thereâs nothing little about the nutrition…
Lemon Baked Trout
Lemon Baked Trout Sometimes simplicity is the best recipe. This easy dinner needs just 4 ingredients and cooks in less than 20 minutes. Trout is rich in protein, vitamin B12…
Salmon and Vegetable Oven Kebabs
Salmon and Vegetable Oven Kebabs To celebrate Fatherâs Day and Menâs Health Week weâre bringing you the great flavor of barbeque without firing up the grill. These savory salmon kabobs…
Tilapia Crusted with Almonds and Whole Wheat
Tilapia Crusted with Almonds and Whole Wheat Breading and baking fish is a healthy way to infuse flavor and keep it moist. Tilapia is a mild white fish that pairs…
Tilapia with Chunky Tomato Sauce
Tilapia with Chunky Tomato Sauce Take the plunge into seafood with this light recipe for tilapia with tomato salsa. A mild, white fish, tilapia is available year-round and provides lean…
Garlicky Pumpkin Seed Snack Mix
Garlicky Pumpkin Seed Snack Mix Give your toasted pumpkin seeds a kick this Halloween with this healthy spice mix. Pumpkin seeds are an excellent source of magnesium and also supply…
Winter Fruit Mostarda
Winter Fruit Mostarda At a time of year when fresh fruit isnât plentiful this dish features a medley of frozen peaches and cherries, fresh pears and grapes, and tart pomegranate…
Made-over Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bites
Made-over Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bites This recipe combines fiber-rich whole rolled oats, creamy nut butter and heart healthy omega-3 fatty acid rich flaxseeds. A delicious hybrid between a cookie and…
Breakfast Energy Drink
Breakfast Energy Drink Getting more fruit and vegetable servings is one important thing you can do today. And it just got easier. This nutritious breakfast smoothie combines leafy super greens,…
Power Mocha Smoothie
Power Mocha Smoothie Coffee contains a variety of phytochemicals, many of which have antioxidant properties. There is plenty of research on coffee and cancer risk with over 1,000 studies on…
Rhubarb Orange Refresher
Rhubarb Orange Refresher This weekend marks the unofficial start of summer in the states. Ditch the sugary sodas and celebrate by cooling off with this unique infusion of rhubarb, orange…
Rhubarb and Orange Refresher
Rhubarb and Orange Refresher Cool off on a hot summer day with this unique rhubarb infusion. This vegetable carries the tart bite of lemons and pairs well with sweet fruits…
Apple Cinnamon Fruit Leather
Apple Cinnamon Fruit Leather Fresh autumn apples, warm cinnamon spice and the natural sweetness of Medjool dates are all it takes to make these simple, natural fruit snacks. Snacking is…
Nectarine and Raspberry Cobbler
Nectarine and Raspberry Cobbler Late summer fruits make a sweet dessert when baked into this tasty and colorful cobbler. Dark red raspberries contain vitamin C and compounds like ellagic acid,…
Ginger and Turmeric Hot Cider
Ginger and Turmeric Hot Cider Warm apple cider is the perfect winter comfort drink. This special version combines two potent spices, ginger and turmeric for a unique flavor and nutrition…
Chai Hot Chocolate
Chai Hot Chocolate Chocolate may seem decadent but in moderation, it can be part of a healthy cancer-protective diet. This recipe combines cinnamon, ginger and cloves with rich cocoa for…
Green Tea Cooler With Fresh Mint
Green Tea Cooler With Fresh Mint Take a break from the summer heat with this refreshing and healthy drink. Green tea is rich in phytochemicals like the well-studied compound EGCG.…
Mango Carrot Ginger Smoothie
Mango Carrot Ginger Smoothie This smoothie is packed with vitamin C, vitamin A, and carotenoid compounds found in yellow-orange fruits and vegetables, which are linked to disease protection. CAL/SERV :…
Cranberry Apple Salsa
Cranberry Apple Salsa This classic raw relish combines fresh cranberries, Fuji apple, lime juice and spicy jalapeño. Its sweetness means remarkably little sugar is needed to offset the tartness of…
Maple Cayenne Pecans
Maple Cayenne Pecans Having healthy snacks on hand can help fight hunger throughout the workday. This easy, portable mix is quick to make and lasts all week. CAL/SERV : 194…
Blueberry Blast Smoothie
Blueberry Blast Smoothie Smoothies have many benefits beyond good taste; they can help you eat more fruits and vegetables, the foundation of a cancer-protective diet. CAL/SERV : 214 PREP TIME…
Easy Baked Apples with Walnuts and Raisins
Easy Baked Apples with Walnuts and Raisins Nothing says fall quite like the warm, spiced dessert of baked apples. Packed with fiber, particularly pectin fiber, apples help gut bacteria produce…
Papaya Salsa with Jicama Chips
Papaya Salsa with Jicama Chips Weâre featuring this popular recipe from the files, just in time for picnic season. With just a little chopping and whisking you can whip up…
Curried Sweet Potato and Apple Pilaf
Curried Sweet Potato and Apple Pilaf Whole grains are an important part of a cancer-protective diet. Packed with fiber, phytochemicals and other nutrients, brown rice makes the perfect base for…
Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
Pumpkin Mac and Cheese Pumpkin has long been a staple of fall. If your pumpkin latte consumption is borderline ridiculous, trade it in for a healthier fix. This pumpkin mac…
Summer Tomato and Olive Relish
Summer Tomato and Olive Relish Spice up your late-summer dishes with an easy homemade relish. This one packs a colorful variety of produce with vine-ripe tomatoes, sweet onion, and savory…
Gingerbread Pudding
Gingerbread Pudding This classic holiday dessert, similar to Indian Pudding, is one that many Americans outside of New England have never had the pleasure of experiencing. CAL/SERV : 126 PREP…
Maple Walnut Granola
Maple Walnut Granola This easy granola packs healthy oats, crunchy walnuts and a touch of sweet maple syrup. Oats contain cancer-preventing fiber and contain essential minerals and vitamins. Walnuts contain…
Rosemary Garlic Flatbread
Rosemary Garlic Flatbread This roasted garlic and rosemary flatbread is savory, fluffy, and nutritious â and naturally gluten-free, with only a few ingredients. The recipe uses a couple of less…
Balsamic Glazed Carrots
Balsamic Glazed Carrots Balsamic vinegar and a little brown sugar form a beautiful glaze that brings out the natural sweetness of carrots. This healthy vegetable contains the antioxidant beta-carotene (a…
Fiesta Slaw
Fiesta Slaw This citrus-based version combines the natural sweetness of orange juice, mango and apple with the heat of jalapeño pepper to help bring out the natural flavors of the…
No-Knead Rustic Bread with Fruit and Nuts
No-Knead Rustic Bread with Fruit and Nuts Bring the comfort of homemade bread to your kitchen without the hours of kneading. This easy rustic bread is filled with whole grain…
Cranberry Flax Pumpkin Bread
Cranberry Flax Pumpkin Bread Pumpkin's potent beta-carotene and cranberries' anthocyanin phytochemicals are blended together with flaxseed's protective omega-3 fats. CAL/SERV : 206 PREP TIME : N/A YIELDS : 12 SERVINGS…
Roasted Butternut Squash with Sautéed Shiitake Mushrooms and Fresh Sage
Roasted Butternut Squash with SautĂ©ed Shiitake Mushrooms and Fresh Sage Roasted and then sautĂ©ed with shiitake mushrooms, this unexpected combination is flavorful and full of cancer-fighting carotenoids. Fresh sage brings…
Hazelnut Meringue Kisses
Hazelnut Meringue Kisses This recipe is a simplified version of the Italian Baci de Dama. Theyâre gluten-free and call for less sugar than traditional meringues. Roasted hazelnuts pack a nutritional punch…
Beans and Greens Burritos
Beans and Greens Burritos Go green this St. Patrickâs Day by adding cancer-fighting collard greens to your lunchtime wrap. Leafy greens, like collards, are packed with fiber and rich in…
Berry Yogurt Popsicles
Berry Yogurt Popsicles Layers of mashed red cherries, blackberries and white Greek yogurt make for a healthier, lower sugar version of store-bought treats. Berries are rich in phytochemicals like anthocyanins…
Asparagus with Parmesan
Asparagus with Parmesan Now, at peak time for asparagus, enjoy this unique, bright green veggie. Asparagus is a good source of folate, fiber, and vitamin K, a nutrient involved in…
Honey-Roasted Parsnips, Sweet Potatoes and Apples
Honey-Roasted Parsnips, Sweet Potatoes and Apples Parsnips are a good source of folate, a B vitamin that may help prevent several different cancers. Plus their high potassium level can also…
Moroccan-Style Cauliflower
Moroccan-Style Cauliflower Moroccan cooking often uses a trio of olive oil, lemon juice and cilantro to bring out the full flavor of vegetables. Easy to make, this cauliflower dish packs…
Cider-Glazed Sweet Potatoes with Pecan and Coconut Topping
Cider-Glazed Sweet Potatoes with Pecan and Coconut Topping Sweet potatoes rich in beta-carotene are also high in fiber that can slow absorption of carbohydrates and help reduce sugar surges after…
Southwestern Bean Salad
Southwestern Bean Salad This weekâs recipe comes from our healthy kids program, created to help instill the importance of nutrition in a younger generation. Protein helps maintain a strong immune…
Brussels Sprout Slaw with Cranberries and Walnuts
Brussels Sprout Slaw with Cranberries and Walnuts No other vegetable has caused such controversy at the dinner table. Some may love their fresh sweetness, while others loathe their tangy bitterness.…
Steamed Mussels
Steamed Mussels Mussels are one of those dishes that seem difficult to make, but are really quite simple. Steaming them in a flavorful broth only takes a few minutes. CAL/SERV…
Gluten-Free Broccoli-Crust Pizza
Gluten-Free Broccoli-Crust Pizza Here's a great recipe for those who run at the sight of a vegetable! Hide it with cheese, because let's face it, just about everything tastes better…
Pizza Stuffed Zucchini
Pizza Stuffed Zucchini Zucchini, schmucchini - it's pizza! CAL/SERV : 220 PREP TIME : 15 MINS YIELDS : 4 SERVINGS COOK TIME: 35 MINS INGREDIENTS 4Â medium zucchini32Â slices pepperoni, or more8Â slices…
Ground Turkey Bolognese
Ground Turkey Bolognese Here's a great recipe for those who love turkey. CAL/SERV : 420 PREP TIME : 10 MINS YIELDS : 4 SERVINGS COOK TIME: 25 MINS INGREDIENTS 1…
Ham Egg & Cheese Roll-Ups
Ham Egg & Cheese Roll-Ups Who needs a tortilla when you have ham? CAL/SERV : 410 PREP TIME : 15 MINS YIELDS : 10 SERVINGS COOK TIME: 35 MINS INGREDIENTS…
Zucchini Grilled Cheese
Zucchini Grilled Cheese Here's a great recipe for those who run at the sight of a zucchini! Hide it with cheese, because let's face it, just about everything tastes better…
Herbed Spanish Omelet
Herbed Spanish Omelet Eggs are an inexpensive protein source, and only contain about 70-80 calories each. This omelet features potatoes, fresh, spring herbs and red onions. CAL/SERV : 260 PREP…
Apricot Pecan Bars
Apricot Pecan Bars Give your kids a breakfast boost with these homemade apricot bars. Unlike many packaged granola bars, our recipe contains whole grain oats, loaded with soluble fiber, selenium…
Creamy Quinoa Oat Porridge
Creamy Quinoa Oat Porridge This hearty porridge combines oats and quinoa for a healthy breakfast boost of fiber and protein. Diets that include fiber-rich whole grains lower risk of colorectal…
Chickpea Crepes with Spinach Mushroom Pesto
Chickpea Crepes with Spinach Mushroom Pesto Whip up a Motherâs Day meal that will really impress with these light and flavorful crepes. Whatâs the secret behind these thin pancakes? CAL/SERV…
Berry Nutty Breakfast Parfait
Berry Nutty Breakfast Parfait Build a breakfast sure to please this Mother's Day. This simple but elegant recipe is easy enough for children to prepare and serve. Give the gift…
Chilled Fruit Soup
Chilled Fruit Soup This cool blended soup of melon, apples, grapes and strawberries captures the fresh flavors of summer and packs a variety of cancer-protective compounds. CAL/SERV : 140 PREP…
Strawberry Chia Smoothie
Strawberry Chia Smoothie Smoothies arenât just a summer fad. This breakfast blend of fruit, milk and seeds is full of protein, calcium and fiber to get your day started right.…
Baked Eggs with Mushrooms and Spinach
Baked Eggs with Mushrooms and Spinach There is nothing better than a hot breakfast on a cold morning. This earthy breakfast casserole recipe is an easy way to use cancer…
Fresh Corn Pancakes with Lime Drizzle
Fresh Corn Pancakes with Lime Drizzle Combining whole wheat and all-purpose flour is a fun cooking hack that enhances the nutrition without changing the flavor and texture. CAL/SERV : 198…
Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats
Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats With just five minutes of prep time the night before, youâll have an easy grab-and-go breakfast that will keep you satisfied all morning. CAL/SERV : 330…
Oatmeal with Fresh Fruit
Oatmeal with Fresh Fruit Start your morning off right with this fresh fruit oatmeal. Rolled oats, like all whole grains, contain vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals and fiber. CAL/SERV : 371 PREP…
Raspberry Almond Muesli
Raspberry Almond Muesli A combination of raw rolled oats, fruits, nuts and buttermilk, this traditional Swiss dish is served cold and kick-starts your day with plenty of nutritious fiber. CAL/SERV…
Banana Waffles with Blueberries
Banana Waffles with Blueberries The oats provide polyphenolic substances that can help reduce cancer-promoting inflammation. Top with fresh blueberries and walnuts for a healthy start to your day. CAL/SERV :…
Eggs in Purgatorio
Eggs in Purgatorio This protein-rich dish is perfect for a homemade holiday brunch. Fresh eggs cook quickly in a fragrant red sauce with just the right amount of basil. CAL/SERV…
French-style Spinach and Cheese Omelette
French-style Spinach and Cheese Omelette This French-style omelet is fluffy and golden with the rich flavor of Parmesan cheese and sautĂ©ed spinach. CAL/SERV : 278 PREP TIME : N/A YIELDS…
Zucchini and Onion Frittata
Zucchini and Onion Frittata Well-known in the Mediterranean diet, the frittata can be enriched with any seasonal vegetables and cheeses to create your own personal recipe. This one features fresh…
Southwest Vegetable Frittata
Southwest Vegetable Frittata If youâre in a breakfast rut, this recipe is the perfect start to help you eat healthier all day long. A delicious combination of vegetables, beans and…
Winter Berry Smoothie Bowl
Winter Berry Smoothie Bowl Frozen fruitâharvested ripe and frozen quicklyâis packed with vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals. No wonder diets rich in fruits (fresh, canned, frozen or dried) can help protect…
Japanese Style Beef and Noodle Soup
RECIPE NAME Here's a great recipe for those who run at the sight of a vegetable! Hide it with cheese, because let's face it, just about everything tastes better with…
Wowy Maui Pasta Salad
Wowy Maui Pasta Salad Try this flavorful side dish with the Hawaiian Huli Huli Chickenâor it's perfect for a summer party! CAL/SERV : 273 PREP TIME : 15 MINS YIELDS :…
Wiki Fast Rice
Wiki Fast Rice Wiki means "fast" in Hawaiian, and this dish fits the billâit's quick and easy to make CAL/SERV : 179 PREP TIME : 10 MINS YIELDS : 4 SERVINGS…
Sunshine Rice
Sunshine Rice A citrus taste, combined with almonds, celery, and onionsâbut no added saltâmakes this side dish a new classic . . . Try it with fish! CAL/SERV : 276…
Scallion Rice
Scallion Rice Easy to make, and a flavorful side for any entrĂ©e. CAL/SERV : 185 PREP TIME : 5 MINS YIELDS : 5 SERVINGS COOK TIME: 20 MINS INGREDIENTS 4…
Savory Brown Rice
Savory Brown Rice This savory, rich side dish is great with steak, pork, and chicken dishes CAL/SERV : 246 PREP TIME : 10 MINS YIELDS : 4 SERVINGS COOK TIME:…
Quinoa With Paprika and Cumin
Quinoa With Paprika and Cumin Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is a grain native to South America and makes a great side dish for lean meats and seafood CAL/SERV : 107 PREP…
Roasted Red Pepper and Toasted Orzo
Roasted Red Pepper and Toasted Orzo Pair this rich side dish with grilled chicken or fish CAL/SERV : 205 PREP TIME : 10 MINS YIELDS : 4 SERVINGS COOK TIME:…
Quinoa Stuffed Tomatoes
Quinoa Stuffed Tomatoes Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is a grain native to South America; children will have fun eating quinoa out of a hollowed-out tomato CAL/SERV : 299 PREP TIME :…
Pesto Baked Polenta
Pesto Baked Polenta Instant whole-grain cornmeal (polenta), available in most grocery stores, provides a unique twist on a traditional Native American dishâand it's quick to fix CAL/SERV : 162 PREP…
Parmesan Rice and Pasta Pilaf
Parmesan Rice and Pasta Pilaf This unique pasta and pilaf combination is a tasty side dish that goes well with most main dishes CAL/SERV : 208 PREP TIME : 10…
Orange Couscous With Almonds Raisins and Mint
Orange Couscous With Almonds Raisins and Mint This flavorful side dish goes well with chicken, beef, or lamb CAL/SERV : 141 PREP TIME : 10 MINS YIELDS : 4 SERVINGS…
Kasha With Bell Pepper Confetti
Kasha With Bell Pepper Confetti Kasha, also known as buckwheat, is a nutty, fast-cooking whole grain that adds flavor to any meal CAL/SERV : 144 PREP TIME : 15 MINS…
Homestyle Biscuits
Homestyle Biscuits Update your homestyle biscuits with this easy, low-fat recipe. CAL/SERV : 99 PREP TIME : 10 MINS YIELDS : 15 SERVINGS COOK TIME: 12 MINS INGREDIENTS 2 C…