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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


Cozy up this fall with a hearty turkey chili Lean & Green™ recipe
There’s nothing like a steaming bowl of turkey chili on a crisp fall day — especially when it fits your goals. This OPTAVIA turkey chili recipe is loaded with lean protein, fresh veggies, and spices for the perfect blend of comfort and nutrition. Plus, it’s a no-bean recipe, making it ideal for Lean & Green or anyone looking for a lighter twist on this classic dish.


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


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


Sheet Pan Balsamic Chicken & Vegetables
Yield: 4 servings Per Serving: 1 leaner, 1 healthy fat, 3 green, 3 condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients 4, (8-oz.) raw boneless, skinless chicken breasts ¼ tsp each: salt & pepper 4 roma tomatoes, quartered 12 medium button mushrooms 2 cups broccoli florets 1 tbsp olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tbsp minced fresh oregano (or 1 tsp dried) 3½ tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil Directions Preheat oven to 375⁰F. Line sheet pan with parchment paper, an


Banh Mi Pork Meatballs
Serves: 4 Per Serving: 1 lean, 3 green, 2 condiments Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Cuisine: Asian (vietnamese) Collection: Asian Inspired Ingredients: 1½ lbs. 85-94% lean ground pork ½ cup minced mushrooms 2 scallions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp ground black pepper ¼ cup white vinegar ¼ cup water ½ cup thinly sliced radishes 3 cups cooked, riced cauliflower 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber ½ cup thinly sliced orange bell pepper ¼ cup minced ja


Filipino Beef Caldereta
Servings: 4 Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Prep Time: 20 minutes Ingredients: Cooking spray 1½ lbs. lean top or bottom round beef roast, cut into 2-inch chunks 2 tbsp chopped onion 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 2 tsp tomato paste 2 cups beef stock 1 cup canned diced tomatoes 1½ tsp fish sauce 1 packet calorie free sweetener 1 bay leaf ½ tsp red chili flakes 1 cup water 1 cup cubed kabocha squash ½ cup cubed turnips ½ cup green beans


Super Greens Soup
Serves: 4 Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Total Time: 30 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 2 tsp olive oil 1 cup leeks, cleaned and chopped ½ cup celery, chopped 1 cup fennel, chopped 1 cup broccoli, chopped; reserve a few small florets for garnish 4 cups vegetable stock ¼ tsp salt 2½ cups spinach, chopped; reserve a few small leaves for garnish ½ cup parsley, chopped 50 oz. silken firm tofu, drained and cubed, reserve 8 oz. of cubes for garnish ½ cup non-


Air-Fried Teriyaki Pork & Cashews
Cooks in under 20 minutes! Pork tenderloin brushed with a teriyaki and ginger sauce then air fried with broccoli florets. Serve over Cauliflower Rice and garnished with Chopped Cashews Yield: 2 servings Total Time: 30 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Per Serving: 1 Leaner, 1 Healthy Fat, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Ingredients: 1 lb. pork tenderloin 5 tsp teriyaki sauce 1 tsp olive oil ½ tsp grated fresh ginger ½ tsp grated garlic Cooking Spray 1½ cups broccoli florets 1½ cups caulifl


20 Minute Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Portobello
Seared sliced steak or ground beef and bell peppers stuffed into a portobello mushroom, topped with cheese and baked until bubbly. Yield: 2 servings Total Time: 20 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Per Serving: 1 Lean, 3 Green, 3 Condiments Ingredients: 2 portobello mushrooms, about 3 to 4 inches in diameter Cooking Spray 10 oz sirloin steak, frozen for 20 minutes then thinly sliced 1 tsp dried oregano ¼ tsp salt 4 tbsp sliced onion 1 cup sliced green bell pepper 1 cup sliced red


Burrito Bowl
Yield: 4 servings Complete Lean & Green Meal: 1 lean, 3 green, 3 condiments Total Time: 20 minutes Ingredients: 3¾ lb. extra-firm tofu, drained 2 tbsp taco seasoning or chili powder 4 cups chopped leafy lettuce 3 cups cauliflower rice, cooked 1 cup diced tomatoes 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro Directions: Using your fingers, crumble tofu to resemble ground meat. Toss tofu with taco seasoning or chili powder. Heat a nonstick skillet on medium heat and brown tofu crumbles. For ea


5 Minute Chicken Kale Salad
Yield: 1 Serving Total Time: 5 minutes Prep Time: 5 minutes Ingredients: 1½ cups pre-washed and cut kale 1 tsp olive oil 1 tsp lemon juice ¼ tsp each: salt & pepper, preferably sea salt and cracked black pepper 6 oz. white meat rotisserie chicken or pre-cooked chicken breast, cut into cubes or strips Directions: Place kale in a medium bowl. Add oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Massage kale with your hands for 1 minute to soften its texture and to evenly distribute the oil


Pizza Stuffed Chicken
Serves: 4 Per Serving: 1 Leaner, 3 Green, 2 Condiments, 1 Healthy Fat Total Time: 90 minutes Prep Time: 20 minutes Nutrition Per Serving: 340 calories, 11g fat, 11g carbohydrate, 48g protein Ingredients 2 cups chopped tomatoes 1 clove garlic, chopped 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, chopped 4, (6-oz.) boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 tsp oregano, divided ½ tsp garlic powder ¼ tsp salt 2 tbsp sun-dried tomato pesto 1 cup cooked spinach 1 cup shredded or
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