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Simple Sheet Pan Roasted Eggplant & Tofu Recipe
Looking for a simple, satisfying dinner? This Sheet Pan Roasted Eggplant & Tofu recipe combines crispy tofu, roasted vegetables, and bold flavors in one easy meal. Packed with plant-based protein and colorful ingredients, it's a delicious Lean & Green+ recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights.


Cheese Cauliflower Crust Pizza
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 lean, 3 green, 3 condiments Total Time: 45-60 minutes Ingredients Cauliflower Crust 5 cups riced cauliflower 3 large eggs ¾ tsp salt Cheese 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered ½ tsp salt 1½ cups fresh basil, finely cut 3 cups shredded, reduced-fat mozzarella Directions Spread the cauliflower on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake at 425⁰F for 30 minutes until golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool. In a kitchen towe


Microwave “Fried” Rice
Yield: 1 serving Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 2 Condiments Prep Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes Ingredients 1 cup frozen cauliflower rice 3 eggs ½ cup chopped scallions 2 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce Directions Microwave cauliflower rice per package directions. Crack eggs in a separate microwave-safe bowl and whisk with a fork to break up yolks. Cover, and microwave the eggs for about 1 to 1½ minutes, until the eggs are fully cooked. Break the cooked eggs into small


Vegetarian lasagna recipe: A healthy twist on Italian comfort
Craving a comforting yet healthy meal? This vegetarian lasagna recipe swaps traditional pasta for tofu "noodles" and features a hearty tempeh Bolognese. It's loaded with protein and packed with flavor, making it the perfect dish for family dinners or meal prep. Ready in just 45 minutes, this Italian-inspired recipe proves plant-based eating can be simple, nutritious, and absolutely delicious. Dive into the full recipe, complete with ingredients and step-by-step instructions!


Broccoli Cheddar Breakfast Bake
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 Lean | 3 Green | 2 Condiments Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 40-45 minutes Ingredients 6 cups small broccoli florets 2 tbsp water 9 eggs 1 cup unsweetened almond milk ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp ground pepper ¼ tsp cayenne pepper Cooking spray 4 oz shredded, reduced-fat cheddar Directions 1. Preheat oven to 375°F. 2. In a large microwave-safe dish, add broccoli and water. Microwave on high for 3 to 4 minutes or until tender. Transfer broccoli to a col


Loaded Cauliflower Bake
Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 2 Condiments Total Time: 40 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients 3 cups medium-sized cauliflower florets 1 spreadable cheese wedge ¼ tsp kosher salt 1/8 tsp ground mace or nutmeg 2 tsp toasted slivered almonds 2 cups part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese ¼ cup chopped chives (optional) Directions Preheat oven to 425°F. In a saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add the cauliflower cover with a lid and cook for 1½ minutes


Cheesy Chile Relleno Casserole
Yield: 4 servings Per serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 1 Condiment Total Time: 60 minutes Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 3 cups halved or diced canned green chile peppers 3 cups frozen spinach, thawed 1½ cups reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese, divided 1½ cups reduced-fat shredded Monterey jack, divided 2 tsp dried oregano (Mexican oregano, preferably) ½ tsp garlic powder 3 large eggs, beaten 3 tbsp fresh cilantro for garnishing (optional) Directions Preheat oven to 350⁰F. Using


Italian Spinach & Ricotta Dumplings with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes (Gnudi)
Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 50 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved 1 clove garlic, chopped 2 tbsp basil, shredded 1 tsp olive oil 10 oz. part-skim ricotta cheese, drained 7 oz. frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry ¼ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella 4 tbsp grated parmesan 2 egg whites ¼ tsp ground nutmeg Directions Preheat oven to 350ᵒF. In a medium baking dish, toss the halved cherry tomatoe


5 Minute Spinach & Feta Scrambled Eggs
Yield: 1 serving Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 5 minutes Prep Time: 5 minutes Ingredients 3 cups fresh baby spinach 3 large eggs Cooking spray ¼ cup reduced-fat crumbled feta Directions 1. Optional: Roughly chop the spinach into smaller pieces (about 1-inch pieces). 2. Crack the eggs into a large bowl and whisk. 3. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat, then lightly grease with cooking spray. 4. Add the chopped spinach and cook until spinach has wi


Broccoli Cheddar Melt
Yield: 1 serving Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green Total Time: 10 minutes Prep Time: 1 minute Ingredients 1½ cups frozen broccoli 1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese Directions Place broccoli on a microwave-safe bowl or plate and cook per package directions. Top with cheddar cheese. Optional: heat the broccoli with cheese for another 15 to 20 seconds to melt cheese. Nutrition Facts Per Serving: 350 calories, 20g fat, 8g carbohydrate, 34g protein


Broccoli Cheese Soup
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


Garlic Black Pepper Tofu with Napa Cabbage
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 lean, 3 green, 3 condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients 3½ lbs. tofu, diced into 1-inch pieces 8 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp fish sauce ¼ cup water 1 tbsp black pepper 2 lbs. Napa cabbage, cut into 2-inch bite-sized pieces (6 cups) Directions Evenly distribute tofu in a wide skillet. In a bowl, combine remaining ingredients except Napa Cabbage. Pour mixture over tofu, cover, and simmer about 10 minutes. Gently stir the tofu, being care


Crustless Spinach Quiche
Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 55 minutes Ingredients 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil 4 scallions, chopped 1 cup chopped red bell pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 3 large eggs 4 egg whites 3 tbsp kosher light sour cream ¼ tsp kosher salt 1/8 tsp ground black pepper 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry 2/3 cup kosher reduced-fat, shredded cheddar cheese Directions Preheat oven to 375°F. He


Pizza Waffle
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


Mexican Style Eggs
Yield: 1 serving Per Serving: 1 Leaner, 1 Healthy Fat, 3 Green, 2 Condiments Total Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 2 whole eggs 4 egg whites Cooking spray 1 tsp canola oil ½ cup finely chopped scallions ¼ cup finely chopped jalapeno pepper ½ cup finely diced tomato ¼ cup finely diced zucchini ¼ tsp salt ½ tsp pepper Directions Whisk the eggs and egg whites in a bowl and set aside. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with cooking spray, then add oil. Add


Sweet Spaghetti Squash Kugel
Yield: 2 servings Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 60 minutes Prep Time: 5 minutes Ingredients 1 medium-sized spaghetti squash 3 eggs 1½ cups 2% cottage cheese 2 packets zero-calorie sugar substitute ½ tsp cinnamon 1/8 tsp salt 1/8 tsp nutmeg Directions Preheat oven to 375˚F. Halve the squash and scoop out the seeds. Bake face down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper until squash is easily pierced with fork, about 30 minutes. Allow to cool, then


Stir-Fried Kohlrabi & Scrambled Eggs
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Greens, 2 Condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients Per serving: 1 Lean, 3 Greens, 2 Condiments 1 tsp oil 6 cups peeled and thinly sliced kohlrabi 12 eggs, beaten 1 tsp salt ½ tsp black ground pepper 1 cup roughly chopped cilantro Directions Heat oil in a nonstick pan, add the kohlrabi, and sauté until slightly translucent. Add eggs, salt, and pepper to kohlrabi. Cook until eggs are no longer runny. Mix in cil


Cauliflower Grilled Cheese
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


Smoothie Bowl
Yield: 1 serving Per Serving: 3 oz. protein, 2 – 3 fruit, 1 dairy, 2 healthy fats Total Time: 10 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients Smoothie ¾ cup low-fat plain or lower sugar vanilla Greek yogurt 1 cup low-fat milk or unsweetened milk alternative 1 cup fresh or frozen fruit, like strawberries ½ banana Toppings 1 serving of unsalted nuts or seeds, such as 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds 1 tbsp seeds, like chia or pumpkin seeds ⅓ oz. of nuts, like chopped walnuts or sliced almo


Vegetarian Meatball Potato Vegetable Soup
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 3 oz. protein, 2 vegetables, 1 starch, 1 healthy fat Total Time: 40 minutes Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp chopped onion 1 cup celery, sliced ½ cup carrot, diced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tbsp fresh or 1 tsp dried dill ¼ tsp salt ½ teaspoon black pepper 1 cup red or Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth 1½ cup chopped kale, ribs and stems removed 1½ cup green beans, chopped 1½ cups
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