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Easy Tuscan Salmon Recipe
Skip the restaurant and enjoy this protein-packed Tuscan Salmon at home. Perfectly seared fillets meet a creamy, dairy-light sauce and fresh zucchini noodles for a complete Lean & Green meal that's ready in just 30 minutes.


Yogurt Dill Salmon with Kale Salad
Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 20 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 3 cups Tuscan kale, cut into fine strips ½ tsp salt, divided 1½ tsp lemon juice 1/8 tsp ground black pepper 2, (6-oz.) salmon filets ½ cup fresh chopped dill ¼ cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt Directions Preheat oven to 450⁰F. In a mixing bowl, combine the kale, ¼ teaspoon of the salt, lemon juice, and pepper. Massage the kale with your hands to break the fiber


Fish Taco Bowl
Servings: 2 Per Serving: 1 Leanest, 3 Green, 3 Condiments, 2 Healthy Fats Total Time: 30 minutes Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 1 lb. firm white fish such as cod, haddock, grouper, mahi mahi or tilapia 2 tsp vegetable oil ½ tsp chili powder Cooking Spray Spicy Yogurt Sauce ⅓ cup non-fat Greek yogurt 1 tbsp hot sauce 2 tbsp water For the Bowl 1½ cups cauliflower rice 2 tbsp salsa ½ cup shredded red and green cabbage 2 tsp lime juice ½


Fish Tacos
Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 1 Leanest, 2 Healthy Fats, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients 4, (4-oz.) tilapia filets ¼ tsp garlic powder ¼ tsp chipotle chili powder ½ tsp salt, divided 2½ cups finely chopped red or green cabbage 1 tsp lime juice 4 tbsp guacamole ½ cup coarsely chopped cilantro, divided 4 large Iceberg lettuce leaves 2 tbsp light sour cream Directions Season the tilapia with garlic powder, chipotle chili powder, a


Quick and easy salmon balls recipe for a healthy meal
Craving something savory and simple? These salmon balls are packed with flavor and protein, making them the perfect addition to your healthy meal rotation.


Blackened Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 Leanest | 3 Green | 2 Healthy Fat | 3 Condiments Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 8 -12 minutes Ingredients 2 lbs. raw shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 Tbsp Old Bay Blackened Seasoning 4 tsp olive oil, divided 1 cup plain, 2% Greek yogurt 6 oz. avocado 2 Tbsp lime juice, divided 1 ½ cups diced tomato ¼ cup diced green bell pepper ¼ cup chopped red onion ¼ cup chopped cilantro 1 chopped and deseeded jalapeno pepper 12 large romaine lettuce leaves


Chicken & Shrimp Cauli-Jambalaya
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 leaner, 1 healthy fat, 3 green, 3 condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed 1 lb. raw, peeled and deveined shrimp (any size) 1½ tbsp Cajun seasoning mix 2 tbsp olive oil 4 cups riced cauliflower ¾ cup diced celery 1 cup diced tomatoes 1 cup low sodium chicken stock ¼ cup thinly sliced scallions Directions Toss the chicken and shrimp in the Cajun seasoning. Heat the olive


Sheet Pan Butter Garlic Cod
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


Waffled Tuna Melt
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


Red Grouper Steamboat
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 leaner, 1 healthy fat, 3 greens, 3 condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients Soup base: 1 cube fish bouillon 8 cups water 1 tbsp fresh ginger root, peeled and thinly sliced 1 tbsp sesame oil 1 tbsp sesame seeds Vegetables and protein: 1½ lb. red grouper 15 oz. firm tofu, cubed 2 cups chopped Napa cabbage 1 cup cubed kabocha squash 1 cup fresh mushrooms, such as enoki or shiitake 1 cup sliced zucchini or bitter melon 1


Spice up dinner with this gumbo recipe
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.


Shrimp Caesar Salad with Parmesan Crisps
Yield: 4 servings Total Time: 20 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Per Serving: 1 Leanest, 3 Green, 3 Condiments, 2 Healthy Fats Nutrition Per Serving: 380 calories, 12g fat, 8g carbohydrate, 60g protein Ingredients 2 lbs. extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined (16-20 per pound) 12 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated 6 cups romaine lettuce, shredded 2 cups arugula 1 cup celery, chopped 8 tbsp Caesar dressing, such as Kraft’s Classic Caesar Ground black pepper to garnish (optional) Dir


Firecracker Shrimp Broccoli
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


Seafood and Broccoli Stir-fry
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 leanest, 3 greens, 2 healthy fats, 2 condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 1 lb. raw scallops 1 lb. peeled, deveined raw shrimp ¼ tsp salt ½ tsp white ground pepper 3½ cups broccoli florets 2 tbsp canola oil, divided 4 cloves garlic, minced, divided 2 cups chopped red & yellow bell pepper 2 tsp chicken bouillon 2 tsp sesame oil 1 medium scallion, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces Directions Toss scallops and shri


Mediterranean Air-fried Salmon with Veggies
Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 45 minutes Ingredients 14 oz. salmon, cut into 2-inch cubes ¾ tsp salt, divided ½ tsp ground black pepper, divided ¼ tsp granulated garlic 1 tsp lemon juice 1 medium zucchini 4 mini sweet peppers 6 small campari tomatoes Directions Season the diced salmon with ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, the granulated garlic and lemon juice. Set aside and allow to marinate. Cut the zucchini on a drasti


Fish Sticks with Homemade Dipping Sauce
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 leanest, 2 healthy fats, 3 green, 2 condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients 2 lb. cod fillets, sliced into 16, (2-oz.) sticks 2 tbsp parmesan cheese 6 tbsp almond flour ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp ground black pepper 6 cups green beans, washed and trimmed Option 1: Lemon Mustard 2 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp Dijon mustard 4 tsp extra virgin olive oil Option 2: Basil Aioli 6 tbsp light mayonnaise ½ cup fresh basil, chopped 1 clove


Stuffed Eggplant with Cauliflower Rice & Shrimp
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 leanest, 2 healthy fats, 3 green, 3 condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Prep Time: 20 minutes Ingredients 1½ lbs. eggplant ½ tsp salt, divided 2½ tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided 1¾ lbs. raw shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/8 tsp ground black pepper 2 cups riced cauliflower 3 scallions, trimmed and minced ½ cup plain, low-fat Greek yogurt ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese Directions Cut each eggplant into 8, 1½- to 3-inch rounds. Hollow out the eggp


Shrimp Salad Folded Nori Wrap
Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 1 Leanest, 2 Healthy Fats, 3 Green, 2 Condiments Total Time: 15 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients 14 oz. cooked shrimp peeled and deveined, crab or lobster (2 Leanest) 3 tbsp reduced-fat mayonnaise, divided (3 Healthy Fats) 1 tsp dill (2 Condiments) ¼ tsp salt (1Condiment) ½ tsp black pepper (1 Condiment) 1 cup cauliflower rice, cooked and drained (2 Green) 1 tsp rice vinegar (trivial Condiment) 4 sheets nori (4 Condiments) 2 tbsp toaste


Shrimp Fried Cauliflower Rice
Yield: 4 servings Complete Lean & Green Meal: 1 leanest, 2 healthy fats, 3 green, 3 condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients 2 tbsp canola oil, divided 2 whole eggs + 4 egg whites ¼ tsp each: salt & pepper 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 scallions, minced 1½ lbs. raw shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 cup diced bell pepper (any color) 1 cup chopped green beans 4 cups riced cauliflower 2 tbsp soy sauce Directions In a wok or non-stick skillet, heat one tablespoon of oil on medium hi


Shrimp “Campechana” Salad
Yield: 4 servings Complete Lean & Green Meal: 1 leanest, 2 healthy fats, 3 green, 3 condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients 2 lbs. peeled and deveined shrimp 1 lb. fresh whole tomatoes 1 jalapeno pepper 1 clove garlic 2 scallions, white part only ½ tbsp. olive oil 1 tsp dried oregano, preferably Mexican oregano 8 pitted green olives, halved 4 tbsp lime juice ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 avocado, diced (9 oz. without pit) 8 oz. (about 2½ cups) romaine lettuce, washed a
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