healthy recipes

healthy recipes

 1. Broccoli Soup

 Broccoli soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vitamin C. Vitamin C helps build strong bones and teeth, and broccoli contains high amounts of this vitamin. To make this recipe, simply boil water and add broccoli florets to the pot. Cook until tender, then drain excess liquid and puree in the blender. Add milk and cream if desired. Serve warm.

 2. Chicken Pasta Salad

 Chicken pasta salad is a delicious meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. Simply combine cooked chicken breast meat with pasta noodles, tomato sauce, and cheese. You can use any kind of pasta noodle you want; just remember that smaller pasta noodles take longer to cook than larger ones. If you prefer, you can substitute ground beef for the chicken.

 3. Roasted Veggie Medley

 Roasted veggies are a wonderful side dish that is full of flavor and vitamins. Roasting vegetables gives them a nice caramelized taste while keeping their nutritional value intact. In order to roast veggies, preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Then place cut-up veggies onto a baking sheet and sprinkle with salt. Bake for 20 minutes or until they start to brown. Remove from oven and serve immediately.

 4. Spaghetti Squash Casserole

 Spaghetti squash casserole is a hearty dish that is perfect for wintertime dinners. Simply slice spaghetti squash lengthwise and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 40 minutes or until soft. Once done, remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before removing seeds and pulp. Combine with butter, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and spices. Top with breadcrumbs and return to oven for 10 minutes or until golden brown.

 5. Sweet Potato Fries

 Sweet potato fries are a delicious alternative to regular french fries. Instead of frying potatoes, sweet potatoes are baked in the oven until crispy and golden brown. These fries have a sweeter taste than regular fries and are packed with fiber. To make these fries, peel and cube sweet potatoes and toss in olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 450 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

 6. Vegetable Stir Fry

 Vegetables stir fry is a quick and easy meal that is full of flavor. Simply combine chopped vegetables with soy sauce, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, and ginger. Heat wok over high heat until hot, then pour in vegetable mixture. Toss constantly until heated through. Garnish with scallions and serve immediately.

 7. Zucchini Noodles

 Zucchini noodles are a popular Asian dish that is simple to prepare. Simply chop zucchini into long strips and saute in a pan with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. When zucchini starts to soften, remove from heat and set aside. Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Use a spoon to scrape the flesh out of the squash and mix it with zucchini noodles. Top with fresh basil and serve immediately.

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