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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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: 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

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 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

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

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

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

Yield: 4 servings Complete Lean & Green Meal: 1 leanest, 2 healthy fats, 3 green, 3 condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients 2 tbsp + 2 tsp olive oil 3½ cups button mushrooms, halved or quartered 2 scallions, trimmed and minced 1 cup diced daikon radish 1 tbsp Madras curry powder 1 cup diced tomatoes 1 cup clam juice 1 cup water ½ tsp salt 2 lbs. peeled and deveined raw shrimp ½ cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped Directions In a medium to large pot, cook the mushrooms

Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 3 oz. protein, 2 vegetables, 1 fruit, 1 starch, 1 healthy fat Total Time: 15 minutes Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 1, (5-oz.) can/pouch chunk light tuna, drained 2 hardboiled eggs, diced ¼ cup finely diced celery ¼ cup finely diced red or green onion 1 small pickle, diced (optional) 2 tbsp reduced-fat mayonnaise 1 tsp Dijon mustard Pinch of salt & pepper 1 cup microgreens, baby spinach or other leafy green 2 slices tomato 2 slices whole grai

Yield: 1 serving Per Serving: 1 Leanest, 3 Green, 2 Healthy Fats, 3 Condiments Total Time: 20 minutes Prep Time: 15 minutes Per Serving: 260 calories, 28g protein, 10g carbohydrate, 11g fat Ingredients 9 oz. raw medium shrimp ½ cup square-cut green pepper, 2-inch pieces ½ cup square-cut red pepper, 2-inch pieces ½ cup cubed zucchini, 2-inch pieces 2 tsp olive oil ¼ tsp salt ½ tsp pepper 2 tsp lime juice 2 wooden skewers Directions Heat a gas grill, cast iron skillet, or indoo