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Steak Fajita over Cauliflower Rice
Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 1 Leaner, 3 Green, 1 Healthy Fat, 3 Condiments Total Time: 30 minutesPrep Time: 10 minutes Per Serving: 400 calories, 34g protein, 15g carbohydrate, 20g fat Ingredients Cooking spray ½ cup chopped green onion 1½ cups sliced bell peppers (any color) 12 oz. lean flank steak, cut in thin strips ½ tsp salt 2 tbsp fresh chopped cilantro 1 tbsp lime juice 1 cup cooked cauliflower rice Directions Heat a large skillet on medium heat and lightly grea


Easy Mongolian beef recipe (ready in 25 minutes!)
Craving takeout flavor without the guilt? Discover the secret to bold, savory Mongolian beef — healthier, lighter and on your table in just 25 minutes.


Zucchini Burrito Boats
Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 45 minutes Prep Time: 20 minutes Ingredients 1 large zucchini ½ tsp salt, divided 1 tsp vegetable oil 8 oz. 95-97% lean ground beef 1 cup diced red bell peppers ½ tsp chili powder ½ cup water 2 tbsp tomatillo salsa 1 cup reduced-fat Monterey jack cheese ¼ cup coarsely chopped cilantro Directions Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a small spoon. Chop the seeds coarsely and se


Taco Salad Mason Jars
Yield: 2 servings Total Time: 15 minutes Per serving: 1 lean | 3 green | 3 condiments Ingredients ½ lb 90-94% lean ground beef ½ tbsp taco seasoning 1/3 cup nonfat, plain Greek yogurt ½ cup loosely packed fresh cilantro 2 tsp lime juice 1 clove garlic Pinch salt 1/3 cup sliced grape tomatoes 3 tbsp chopped green onion ½ cup reduced-fat, Mexican blend shredded cheese 1 medium-sized bell pepper, diced 3 cups shredded lettuce Directions Place ground beef in a medium-sized skille


Mediterranean Charcuterie-Style Board
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 Leaner, 1 Healthy Fat, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 1 hour and 45 minutes Ingredients Eggplant Dip 1¼ cups cubed eggplant 1 clove garlic, unpeeled Cooking spray 6 oz. non-fat Greek yogurt 4 tsp lemon juice, divided 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tbsp cilantro, finely chopped Cauliflower Hummus 1¼ cups cauliflower florets, steamed 8 tbsp light cream cheese ¼ tsp ground cumin ½ tsp sesame seeds, toasted Stuffed Kale Leave


Spaghetti Squash with Meatballs
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 2 Condiments Total Time: 1 hour Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients 1¼ lb. 90% lean ground beef 1 egg 1 tsp salt, divided ¼ tsp ground black pepper 1¾ cup canned whole tomatoes ½ cup water 2 scallions, trimmed and minced ¼ tsp dried oregano 1 small (3 lb.) spaghetti squash ½ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped 1 tbsp reduced-fat grated parmesan Directions Preheat oven to 450⁰F. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, ¾ teaspoo


Mushroom Bun Sliders
Yield: 4 servings (3 sliders per serving) Per Serving: 1 Lean | 3 Green | 3 Condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients 1 lb. 90-94% lean ground beef ¼ cup finely diced scallions 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp soy sauce ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp salt Cooking spray 12 mushroom caps, sliced in half horizontally (2 ½ - 3 inches diameter) 6 slices reduced-fat Swiss cheese 3 roma or plum tomatoes, sliced 2 cups lettuce Directions Combine the beef, scalli


Beef & Cabbage Casserole
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


Zucchini Lasagna
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


Cheeseburger Soup
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


Mediterranean Meatball Salad
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 Leaner, 1 Healthy Fat, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 45 minutes Ingredients 1¾ lbs. 95-97% lean ground beef 1 cup cremini or button mushrooms, finely chopped 2 eggs, lightly beaten 4 tbsp reduced-fat parmesan cheese, grated 2 tsp oregano, dried 2 tsp lemon juice ½ tsp onion powder ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp cinnamon 4 cups shredded romaine lettuce 1 cup cucumber, sliced 1 cup cherry tomatoes 1 cup green or yellow bell peppers, large dice 4


Beef Pot Pie with Cauliflower Crust
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


Unstuffed Pepper Bowl
Yield: 2 servings Per serving: 3 – 4 oz. protein, 3 vegetables, 1 starch, 1 healthy fat Total Time: 45 minutes Prep Time: 20 minutes Ingredients Cooking spray ½ lb. 90-94% lean ground beef or turkey 2 tsp olive oil ¼ cup chopped yellow onion 1 clove garlic, minced 1 cup thinly sliced button mushrooms 2 cups bell pepper sliced into 1-inch-long strips (any color) 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned) ½ tsp dried parsley ¼ tsp each: dried oregano and basil Pinch of salt & groun


Irish Stew
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 1½ hours Prep Time: 20 minutes Ingredients 1¼ lb. beef chuck, visible fat removed, cut 1 to 1½-inch cubes 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tbsp tomato paste 2 tsp poultry or Italian seasoning 3 cups water, divided 1½ cups turnips, peeled and cut into large dice 1½ cups cauliflower, cut into large florets 1½ cups green cabbage, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 1½ cup button mushrooms, washed and halved ½ tsp k


Slow Cooker Beef Vegetable Soup
Yield: 4 servings (about 2 cups per serving) Per Serving: 1 lean, 3 green, 3 condiments Total Time: 2 hours Ingredients 1¾ lbs. boneless lean beef chuck, trimmed of fat and cut into fine strips 2 cups reduced-sodium beef stock 1 tsp salt 6 cups frozen non-starchy vegetable mix, like broccoli & cauliflower ½ cup chopped fresh parsley ¼ cup sliced chives Directions Combine the beef, stock, and salt in a slow cooker, and cook on high for 2 hours until tender. Once the beef is te


Broiled Pizza Burgers
Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 45 minutes Ingredients 8 oz. 94% lean ground beef 1 tsp salt, divided ½ tsp ground black pepper, divided ½ cup finely chopped green onion 1 cup coarsely chopped watercress 1 cup sliced Roma tomatoes ½ cup finely cut fresh basil 4 oz. part-skim shredded mozzarella 4 large green lettuce leaves Directions In a mixing bowl combine the ground beef with ¾ teaspoon of salt, ¼ teaspoon of black pepper, the water


Cloud Bread Roast Beef Sandwich
“Bread” made from whipped egg whites combined with egg yolks and Greek yogurt or cream cheese. Formed into buns and baked. Cloud Bread Total Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 3 eggs, separated 3 tbsp reduced-fat cream cheese softened to room temperature ½ tsp cream of tartar (or baking powder) Directions Line 2 baking sheets with parchment and place in a 300°F preheated oven. In a small bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Use either a wooden spoon or hand mixer


Cheesy Beef Cauliflower Skillet
Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 1 Leaner, 1 Healthy fat, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Prep time: 10 minutes Ingredients ¾ lb. 95-97% lean ground beef 1½ tsp olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1½ tsp Dijon mustard 3 cups cauliflower rice ¼ cup water ½ tsp salt ½ tsp ground black pepper ½ cup reduced-fat grated cheddar cheese 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley (optional) Directions Heat olive oil in an 8-inch skillet over medium-high heat. When the skillet is hot, add th


Slow Cooker Beef & Broccoli
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 3½ hours Ingredients 1½ lb. sirloin steak, sliced into ¼-inch thick pieces ½ cup beef broth 4 tsp hoisin sauce 1 tbsp soy sauce 2 tsp grated fresh ginger 1 tsp minced garlic 2 cups broccoli florets, halved if large 1 cup scallions, sliced 3 cups cooked cauliflower rice Directions In a slow cooker, combine the steak, beef broth, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. Toss well to coat. Cover


Taco Stuffed Portabellas
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 2 Condiments Cook Time: 15 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients 4 large portabella mushroom caps 1 lb 90-94% lean ground beef 2 Tbsp chopped onion ¼ cup diced poblano pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 1, 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes ½ tsp cumin 1 tsp chili powder ½ tsp dried parsley ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp ground pepper 4 oz reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese, divided Directions Preheat broiler on low. Remove stems, and gently scrape o
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