Recipes

Healthy eating doesn’t have to be bland. This Buffalo Chicken Wrap brings the heat with creamy, tangy flavor — and it’s perfectly portioned to keep you feeling balanced and satisfied.

Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 lean, 3 green, 3 condiments Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients 6 cups coarsely chopped broccoli (stems okay), divided 4 cups low sodium chicken stock 2 cups water 1 tsp salt 3 cups reduced-fat, shredded mozzarella 12 oz. non-fat plain Greek yogurt 1 tsp ground black pepper ¼ tsp ground nutmeg 2 tsp toasted sunflower seeds Directions In a pot, bring the chicken stock and water to a boil. Add 2 cups of chopped broccoli, and

Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 1 Leaner, 1 Healthy Fat, 3 Green, 2 Condiments Total Time: 20 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients 2 tsp olive oil 1½ cups kabocha squash, cubed ½ cup red bell pepper, chopped ¾ cup mushrooms, chopped ¼ cup scallions, chopped 1 clove garlic, chopped 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped 9 oz. cooked diced turkey breast 1 tsp white vinegar 2 eggs ¼ tsp black pepper ⅛ tsp salt Directions Cut the kabocha squash in half through stem end and scoop out the

Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 leanest, 2 healthy fats, 3 green, 2 condiments Total Time: 20 minutes Ingredients 4, (9-oz.) raw cod fillets ½ tsp each: salt & pepper, divided 4 tbsp butter, slightly softened 2 garlic cloves, minced 3 roma tomatoes, quartered 8 Belgian endives, halved Directions Preheat oven to 375⁰F. Line sheet pan with parchment paper, and spray lightly with cooking spray. Season cod with a ¼ teaspoon salt and pepper. Spread butter and garlic over top of e

Yield: 4 servings Per serving: 1 leaner, 1 healthy fat, 3 green, 2 condiments Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Ingredients 1¼ lbs. 95% lean ground beef 2 cups diced red bell pepper 2 cups largely diced green cabbage 1, (14.5-oz.) can plain (nothing-added) crushed tomatoes 2 chopped scallions 1 tsp salt ½ tsp ground black pepper ½ tsp dried oregano 1 cup reduced-fat, shredded mozzarella Directions In a non-stick skillet, cook the ground beef over medium to high hea

Yield: 4 servings Total Time: 30 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Per Serving: 1 Leanest, 2 Healthy Fats, 3 Green, 2 Condiments Ingredients: 18-oz. canned tuna, packed in water 3 large eggs ½ cup low-fat cream cheese 2 cups minced celery 8 scallions, minced ½ tsp salt ¼ tsp ground black pepper ½ cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese Cooking spray 6 cups romaine lettuce, cut into ¼ -inch strips ¼ cup ranch dressing Directions: 1. Drain the tuna from its water. 2. In a mixing bowl, combi

Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 leaner, 1 healthy fat, 3 green, 2 condiments Total Time: 60 minutes Ingredients 1 lb. zucchini ¾ lb. fresh tomatoes, sliced 1/8-inch thick (about 2 cups) 1¼ lb. 96% lean ground beef 3 oz. light cream cheese 1 tsp salt, divided ½ tsp black pepper 1 cup whole basil leaves 1 cup shredded, reduced-fat mozzarella Directions Using a mandolin or sharp knife, slice the zucchini into ¼-inch slices lengthwise to make lasagna “noodles” (should yield abou

Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Yield: 4 servings Ingredients 1 lb 90% lean ground beef ¼ cup chopped onion ¾ cup diced celery 1, 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes 3 cups low sodium chicken broth 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp dried parsley ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp ground pepper 7 cups baby spinach 4 oz reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese Directions In a large soup pot, cook the beef until brown. Add the onion and celery; sauté until

Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 Leaner | 3 Green | 1 Healthy Fat | 3 Condiments Prep Time: 10-15 minutes Cook Time: 20-30 minutes Ingredients For the Dressing 1 tsp fresh lemon juice 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce ½ tsp Dijon mustard 1 clove garlic, minced ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp ground pepper 1 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese 1½ Tbsp light mayonnaise 3 tsp extra virgin olive oil For the Salad Cooking spray 1 cup chopped eggplant 1 cup chopped zucchini 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes 6 cups r

Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 Leaner, 1 Healthy fat, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 1 cup diced tomatoes 1 tsp Italian seasoning ½ cup low-fat cream cheese, softened 3 large eggs, lightly beaten ¼ tsp ground black pepper 2 cups cooked cauliflower rice 2 cups cooked Gardein plant-based crumbles 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese 1 cup chopped red, green, or yellow peppers Cooking spray 2 cups arugula 4 tbsp red wine vi

If you love Southern comfort food but want a healthy twist, this chicken and shrimp OPTAVIA gumbo recipe delivers. Packed with lean protein, fresh vegetables and savory Cajun spices, it’s a healthy gumbo recipe that fits perfectly into your Lean & Green meal plan. Whether you’re after a lower carbohydrate gumbo recipe or just a lighter take on a classic, this hearty soup will have you coming back for seconds.

Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 1 Leanest, 2 Healthy Fats, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Ingredients 1½ tsp sweet & sour sauce 2 tsp lime juice 1 tsp Sriracha sauce 1 tbsp soy sauce 3½ tsp extra virgin olive oil, divided 2½ cups broccoli florets 1 lb. peeled and deveined raw shrimp 1½ tsp toasted sesame seeds 2 scallions, thinly sliced on the bias Directions Stir together the sweet & sour sauce, lime juice, Sriracha, and soy sauce in a smal

Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 1 Leanest, 2 Healthy Fats, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Ingredients 1 lb. 99% lean ground turkey breast 2 tbsp mayonnaise ½ tsp onion powder ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp kosher salt, divided 1 tbsp reduced sugar catsup 3 cups green and/or wax beans Cooking spray Directions Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium sized mixing bowl combine the ground turkey, mayonnaise, onion powder, garlic powder, and half of the sal

Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 lean, 3 green, 1 condiment Total Time: 45 minutes Ingredients 6 cups cauliflower rice 3 large eggs 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese ¼ tsp salt (optional) 12, (1-oz.) reduced-fat cheddar cheese slices Directions Preheat oven to 425⁰F. Spread the cauliflower on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 30 minutes until golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool. Reduce heat to 400⁰F. In a kitchen towel, squeeze the cauliflower to

Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 Leaner, 3 Green, 3 Condiments, 1 Healthy Fat Total Time: 30 minutes Prep Time: 5 minutes Ingredients 4, (8-oz.) boneless pork chops Cooking spray 2 tsp garlic powder 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 2½ cups broccolini, chopped into 2-inch pieces 2 cups turnips, cut into 1-inch pieces 1½ cups cherry tomatoes 4 tsp olive oil, divided 4 tbsp grated reduced fat Parmesan cheese ½ tsp salt Directions Preheat oven to 450°F. Place the pork chops on one side of a

There’s nothing like a steaming bowl of turkey chili on a crisp fall day — especially when it fits your goals. This OPTAVIA turkey chili recipe is loaded with lean protein, fresh veggies, and spices for the perfect blend of comfort and nutrition. Plus, it’s a no-bean recipe, making it ideal for Lean & Green or anyone looking for a lighter twist on this classic dish.

Yield: 4 servings (3 nests per serving) Per Serving: 1 lean, 3 green, 3 condiments Total Time: 1 hour Ingredients 1 lb. 99% lean ground turkey 2 cups finely diced green pepper 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1½ tsp taco seasoning 1 tsp lime juice 2 tbsp chopped cilantro ½ cup shredded, reduced-fat mozzarella cheese Directions In a non-stick skillet, cook the diced pepper in oil for about 2 minutes. Add the ground turkey, taco seasoning, and lime juice; cook for about 2 minutes.

Yield: 1 serving Per Serving: 1 Leaner, 1 Healthy Fat, 3 Green, 1 Condiment Total Time: 20 minutes Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients ½ cup curly endive (frisee) or Tuscan kale ½ cup arugula ¼ cup finely shredded red cabbage ¼ cup thinly sliced turnips 2/3 cup low-fat cottage cheese 1 hardboiled egg ¼ tsp ground black pepper Simple Mustard Vinaigrette ½ tbsp olive oil ¼ tsp cider vinegar 1/8 tsp whole grain or Dijon mustard Pinch of salt & pepper Directions To make the vinaigr

Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 2 Condiments Total Time: 2 hours Prep time: 15 minutes Ingredients 4 cups riced cauliflower 1 large egg 1¼ lb. flat iron steak ¾ tsp salt, divided 1 cup low sodium beef stock ¼ cup low-fat cream cheese 1 cup button mushrooms, cut into quarters 1 cup sliced okra 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley (optional garnish) Directions Preheat oven to 400°F. Spread the cauliflower on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20 minu

Yield: 4 servings (4 mini frittatas per serving) Per Serving: 1 lean, 1 healthy fat, 3 green, 2 condiments Total Time: 45 minutes Ingredients 6 cups diced yellow squash 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp salt ¾ lb. cooked, shredded, white meat chicken 4 tbsp reduced-fat blue cheese crumbles 2 tbsp minced scallion 4 cups liquid egg substitute Directions Preheat oven to at 450⁰F. Toss the diced squash with the salt and olive oil. Spread it on a sheet pan. Roast the squash for 15 to 20 minu