What we're craving these days are satisfying and easy wraps loaded with all our favorite fillings. While extra bread can load on the calories, swapping your standard bun for a tortilla wrap or tasty greens can make a huge, healthful difference in your meal. Let's get rolling! Here are 16 yummy wrap recipes that will inspire your fit palate.
While your grocery store may seem like a mecca for prettily packaged dressings, sometimes it's easy to get caught up in all the hype. The front of the bottle may boast health-conscious mantras, but when you check out the ingredients, it is often a very different story. Making your own dressing at home may seem like an extra unnecessary step, but the freshness and flavors are incomparable; most of the time you just toss a few ingredients in the food processor and blend away. Forget the store-bought stuff! Here are 10 healthy salad dressing recipes to try out in your kitchen.
Packing lunch is your best bet if you're trying to stick to a healthful and budget-friendly meal plan during the week. Having something delicious waiting in the fridge feels like a treat, but bringing something you're not excited about can be the worst. If you've grappled with this lunchtime leftover trauma, then you're in luck. I've pulled a number of delicious and healthy recipes that are even better for lunch the next day!
FitSugar reader ambitiouskitchen shared a colorful recipe for vegan tomato and chickpea soup in our Healthy Recipe group.
This vegan soup is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen. It's great served warm or cold! I added sweet potatoes to mine, for a sweet and savory soup, but feel free to mix and match ingredients as you choose.
Get the whole recipe at her beautiful blog. Be sure to share your own recipes in our Healthy Recipe group!
FitSugar reader be-healthful shared this delicious-looking recipe for a creative curried spin on veggie burgers in the Healthy Recipe group.
Biryani-inspired quinoa burgers with dried currants, curry leaves, and sunflower seeds with a gluten-free, yeast-free burger bun.
Learn how to make the recipe at her beautiful blog, Healthful Pursuit. And don't forget to share your own recipes in our Healthy Recipe group!
FitSugar reader be-healthful shared this raw "tuna" salad recipe in the Healthy Recipe group.
This vegan tuna salad is made with sunflower seeds and dulse making it high in zinc, enzymes and protein!
Learn how to make the recipe at her beautiful blog, Healthful Pursuit. And don't forget to share your own recipes in our Healthy Recipe group!
Since strawberries are in season, it's time to take advantage of the low-cal berry that's also high in potassium. And no, these berries aren't just for snacking or topping on some french toast or cheesecake. Here are 10 healthy ways to enjoy these refreshing and juicy berries at lunchtime.
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Farmers markets are made for Summer; there's nothing like wandering around the stalls on a bright sunny day, sampling the ripe produce. But if you're wondering how to make full use of all those fresh fruits and veggies, here are 10 in-season salads to help you celebrate Summer!
FitSugar reader Dara8182 shared her recipe for asparagus potato salad in our Healthy Recipe group, and the mayo-less side is fit for your next healthy barbecue!
Down with mayo! No longer do you need that fatty, greasy stuff to make tasty potato salad. This recipe combines healthy, crunchy asparagus with herbs, shallot, mustard, and a bit of bacon for a delicious, fresh, and healthy side dish. Bring this one to your next BBQ — it will be a hit!
Ingredients:
1lb potatoes, washed and cut into 1" chunks, skin-on
1 large shallot, diced
1lb asparagus, trimmed, washed and cut into 1/2" slices
5 fresh chives, chopped (approx 2-3 tbsp)
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Get the full recipe at Gen Y Foodie and share your own recipes in our Healthy Recipe group!
Between omelets, French toast, and scrambles, eggs steal the show when it comes to the first meal of the day, but this protein-packed food shouldn't be limited to breakfast. Keep reading for six healthy and savory egg recipes to be enjoyed for lunch or dinner.
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