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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


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


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.


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


Sheet Pan Salmon & Broccoli with Lemon, Thyme & Ginger
Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Ingredients 4, (6-oz.) raw, wild skinless salmon filets ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp ground black pepper 4 cups small broccoli florets 2 medium red bell peppers, cut into chunks 2 small lemons, halved 1 small bunch thyme 1 piece fresh ginger root, about 2-inches, sliced thin Directions Pre-heat oven to 425⁰F. Line sheet pan with parchment paper or foil. Spray with non-stick cooking s


Sushi Tuna Roll
Yield: 1 serving Per Serving: 1 Leanest, 2 Healthy Fats, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Prep Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients: ¾ cup liquid egg substitute Cooking spray 1 cup frozen cauliflower rice 1 tbsp light cream cheese 5 oz. canned tuna, well-drained 1½ tbsp reduced-fat mayonnaise ½ cup julienned cucumber ½ tsp light soy sauce 2, (0.17-oz.) large sheets nori or 4, (0.10-oz.) regular sheets Directions: Spray a small (1.6 liter) microwave-safe casserole dish wit


Tuna Salad Stuffed Tomatoes
Yield: 1 serving Per Serving: 1 Leanest, 2 Healthy Fats, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Ingredients: 2 medium garden tomatoes 7 oz. canned tuna (in water) ¼ cup sliced green onion ¼ cup chopped celery 1 tbsp mayonnaise ¼ cup chopped parsley ½ tsp ground black pepper 1 tsp yellow mustard Directions: Wash and dry the tomatoes. Cut the top of each tomato off and scoop out the flesh with a spoon. Place the scooped-out tomato flesh in a small co


Tuscan Salmon
Yield: Servings 2 Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Prep Time: 20 minutes Ingredients Cooking spray 2, (6-oz.) salmon filets ½ cup sliced scallions 3 tbsp light cream cheese 1 cup chicken stock 1 tbsp grated parmesan 1 cup fresh spinach ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1½ cups zucchini noodles Directions Heat a non-stick skillet over medium high heat and lightly coat with cooking spray. Add the salmon fillets, skin side up and sauté for 3 to 5 min


Coconut Shrimp Waffles
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 Leanest, 3 Green, 3 Condiments, 2 Healthy Fats Total Time: 30 minutes Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients ¼ cup light cream cheese 3 large eggs, beaten 6 tbsp shredded coconut, unsweetened, toasted 3 tbsp almond flour 2 tbsp chives, chopped ½ packet calorie-free sweetener, divided 21 oz. cooked shrimp, chopped Cooking spray 4 tbsp canned coconut milk 1½ tsp lime juice 2 cups shredded red or green cabbage 1 cup thinly julienned cucumber 1 cup jul


5 Ingredient Sweet & Sour Glazed Salmon Cakes with Baby Bok Choy
Servings: 2 Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients 14 oz. salmon fillets, skin removed 2 tsp cilantro, chopped 1 tsp grated ginger Cooking Spray 2 tsp sweet & sour sauce 3 baby bok choy Directions Chop a ¼ of the salmon (about 3 to 4 ounces) into small chunks and set side. Chop the rest until very fine, almost like a paste and then mix in the salmon chunks. Mix in the chopped cilantro and grated ginger. Divide into


Low Carb Lobster Roll
Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 1 Leanest, 3 Green, 2 Healthy Fats, 1 Condiment Total Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 2 small hearts romaine lettuce 1 Tbsp. butter, melted 1/3 cup plain, low-fat Greek yogurt 2 Tbsp. olive oil-based mayonnaise 1 small stalk celery, finely diced 2 tsp lemon juice 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives ¼ tsp Old Bay seasoning ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp pepper 12 oz. cooked lobster meat Directions Preheat grill. Slice romaine hearts in half lengthwise. Remove a few of t
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