Red Beans, Spinach and Beef

Red Beans, Spinach and Beef

by | Sep 21, 2016 | Media Recipe

Red Beans, Spinach and Beef

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Red beans over rice are a Southern favorite, and here, some ground beef and spinach are added as well. Finely chopping the spinach adds the extra nutritional value of green vegetables without changing the customary flavor of the dish. Recipe courtesy of Center for Ecoliteracy.

Serves 4

Ingredients:

  • 1 TABLESPOON EXTRA-VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
  • ½ ONION, DICED
  • 1 POUND LEAN GROUND BEEF
  • 1 BUNCH SPINACH, STEMMED AND FINELY CHOPPED
  • 1 – 1 ½ CUPS CANNED CHOPPED TOMATOES AND THEIR JUICES
  • 1 TEASPOON KOSHER OR SEA SALT
  • ½ TEASPOON FRESHLY GROUND PEPPER
  • ¼ TEASPOON CHILI POWDER
  • 1 16-OUNCE CANS RED BEANS, DRAINED

Instructions:

  1. IN A LARGE FRYING PAN, OVER MEDIUM-HIGH HEAT, HEAT THE OLIVE OIL.
  2. WHEN THE OIL IS HOT, ADD THE ONIONS AND SAUTÉ UNTIL TRANSLUCENT, ABOUT 2 MINUTES.
  3. ADD THE BEEF, AND COOK UNTIL OPAQUE, ABOUT 6 MINUTES, STIRRING TO CRUMBLE THE MEAT.
  4. ADD THE SPINACH, AND COOK, TURNING, UNTIL WILTED, ABOUT 1 MINUTE.
  5. ADD 1 CUP OF THE TOMATOES AND THEIR JUICE, THE SALT, PEPPER, AND CHILI POWDER. REDUCE THE HEAT TO LOW AND COVER.
  6. SIMMER TO ALLOW THE FLAVORS TO BLEND, ABOUT 10 MINUTES.
  7. ADD THE REMAINING TOMATOES AND STIR IN THE BEANS, COVER, AND COOK ANOTHER 5 MINUTES. SERVE WITH RICE. SERVES 4.

NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING: 446 calories, 21g fat, 7g saturated fat, 1g trans fat, 76 mg cholesterol, 1000 mg sodium, 1413 mg potassium, 32g carbohydrates, 13g fiber, 2g sugars, 34g protein (USDA)


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Arugula Salad Pizza

Arugula Salad Pizza

by | Sep 21, 2016 | Media Recipe

Arugula Salad Pizza

Here’s how you rethink your plate: a fresh green salad and whole grain pizza all in one meal that you can whip up in 40 minutes. Now that’s quick and delicious eating for even the busiest night of your week! Pair it with my hearty Red Lentil Soup with Root Vegetables for a completely satisfying meal.

Serves 8 (1 slice each)

Ingredients:

  • ONE 16-OUNCE PACKAGE (454 G) REFRIGERATED WHOLE GRAIN PIZZA DOUGH, OR WHOLE GRAIN PIZZA DOUGH PREPARED FROM A MIX
  • CORNMEAL
  • 1/3 CUP (86 G) MARINARA SAUCE
  • 1½ TEASPOONS DRIED OREGANO
  • 1 CUP (112 G) SHREDDED PLANT-BASED CHEESE (SEE NOTES)
  • 2 CUPS (62 G) MIXED FRESH ARUGULA AND BABY SPINACH
  • 1½ CUPS (224 G) FRESH CHERRY TOMATOES (YELLOW), HALVED
  • ½ MEDIUM RED BELL PEPPER, DICED
  • 1 RIPE MEDIUM AVOCADO, SLICED
  • ¼ CUP (31 G) ROASTED PISTACHIOS
  • 1 TABLESPOON BALSAMIC VINEGAR
  • 1 TABLESPOON EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL

Instructions:

  1. PREHEAT THE OVEN TO 350°F (180°C). ROLL OUT THE PIZZA DOUGH TO FIT A 14-INCH PIZZA PAN OR PIZZA STONE. SPRINKLE THE PAN OR STONE WITH CORNMEAL AND FIT DOUGH ON TOP.
  2. SPREAD THE MARINARA SAUCE ONTO THE DOUGH AND SPRINKLE THE OREGANO AND PLANT-BASED CHEESE OVER IT. PLACE THE PAN OR STONE IN THE OVEN AND BAKE FOR 30 TO 35 MINUTES, UNTIL THE CRUST IS GOLDEN AND FIRM TO THE TOUCH.
  3. AT THE LAST MINUTE BEFORE SERVING, REMOVE THE CRUST FROM THE OVEN AND TOP WITH THE ARUGULA AND BABY SPINACH, TOMATOES, BELL PEPPER, AVOCADO, AND PISTACHIOS. THE GREENS WILL WILT QUICKLY.
  4. DRIZZLE WITH THE VINEGAR AND OLIVE OIL. SERVE IMMEDIATELY.

Note: Omit the plant-based cheese, if desired.

Variation: Substitute other firm greens, such as baby kale or chopped collard greens, for the arugula and baby spinach.

Per Serving: 276 calories, 12 g protein, 36 g carbohydrate, 8 g fat, 1 g saturated fat, 8 g fiber, 6 g sugar, 466 mg sodium

Star Nutrients: vitamin C (28% DV), vitamin A (11% DV), vitamin K (19% DV), calcium (15% DV), iron (11% DV)

Recipe from Plant-Powered for Life (The Experiment, 2012) by Sharon Palmer, RDN©


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Easy Gazpacho

Easy Gazpacho

by | Sep 21, 2016 | Media Recipe

Easy Gazpacho

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This cool, classic Spanish style soup is delicious even on the hottest of days. Packed with the vibrant flavors of tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and herbs, it’s a wonderful appetizer or veggie-rich meal accompaniment. This recipe is as easy as it gets—toss the ingredients in the blender and push the button!
Serves 4
Ingredients:
  • 1 14-5 OUNCE CAN DICED TOMATOES, WITH LIQUID
  • 1 MEDIUM RED BELL PEPPER, DICED
  • 1 ½ PERSIAN CUCUMBERS, SLICED
  • ¼ – ½ JALAPENO PEPPER, SEED, DICED (AMOUNT DEPENDS ON SPICE PREFERENCE)
  • ¼ RED ONION, CHOPPED
  • 2 CLOVES GARLIC, MINCED
  • 2 TABLESPOONS FRESH PARSLEY OR CILANTRO, CHOPPED COARSELY
  • 2 TABLESPOONS RED WINE VINEGAR
  • ½ LEMON, JUICED
  • ½ TABLESPOONS OLIVE OIL
  • 3 TABLESPOONS VEGETABLE BROTH
  • FRESHLY GROUND BLACK PEPPER AND SEA SALT TO TASTE
  • 1. PLACE ALL INGREDIENTS IN A LARGE BLENDER OR FOOD PROCESSOR CONTAINER.
  • 2. PROCESS ON LOW JUST FOR A FEW SECONDS, TO ACHIEVE A CHUNKY TEXTURE.
  • 3. POUR INTO A LARGE SERVING BOWL AND ADJUST SEASONINGS AS NEEDED.
  • 4. CHILL UNTIL SERVING TIME

Instructions:

  1. PLACE ALL INGREDIENTS IN A LARGE BLENDER OR FOOD PROCESSOR CONTAINER.
  2. PROCESS ON LOW JUST FOR A FEW SECONDS, TO ACHIEVE A CHUNKY TEXTURE.
  3. POUR INTO A LARGE SERVING BOWL AND ADJUST SEASONINGS AS NEEDED.
  4. CHILL UNTIL SERVING TIME.

 


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Tomato, Potato and Asparagus Frittata

Tomato, Potato and Asparagus Frittata

by | Sep 21, 2016 | Recipes

Tomato, Potato and Asparagus Frittata

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This quick, one-skillet meal is perfect for a lazy Saturday morning breakfast, or a wholesome dinner any night of the week.

Serves 6

Ingredients:

  • 6 EGGS
  • 2 TABLESPOONS MILK
  • ½ TEASPOON DRIED BASIL
  • ¼ TEASPOON BLACK PEPPER
  • ¼ CUP FETA CHEESE, CRUMBLED
  • 1 TABLESPOON EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
  • 1 CUP ASPARAGUS, SLICED INTO ½-INCH SLICES ON THE DIAGONAL
  • 2 CLOVES GARLIC, MINCED
  • ½ POUND BABY RED POTATOES, DICED INTO ½-INCH CUBES AND BOILED UNTIL FIRM BUT TENDER
  • 1 OUNCE PROSCIUTTO, CHOPPED
  • 1 14.5-OUNCE CAN DICED TOMATOES, DRAINED
  • ¼ CUP PARMESAN CHEESE, FINELY GRATED
  • ⅓ CUP PREPARED TOMATO SALSA

Instructions:

  1. PREHEAT OVEN TO 375 F.
  2. BEAT EGGS, MILK, BASIL, AND PEPPER UNTIL SMOOTH. MIX IN FETA CHEESE. SET ASIDE.
  3. HEAT OLIVE OIL IN A 10-12 INCH OVEN-PROOF SKILLET OVER MEDIUM HEAT.
  4. ADD THE ASPARAGUS AND SAUTÉ UNTIL CRISP-TENDER, ADD GARLIC AND SAUTÉ ANOTHER MINUTE. ADD POTATOES AND PROSCIUTTO, AND SAUTÉ TWO MORE MINUTES.
  5. POUR TOMATOES OVER TOP AND ARRANGE INGREDIENTS EVENLY IN SKILLET.
  6. POUR THE EGG MIXTURE OVER SKILLET MIXTURE AND COOK (WITHOUT STIRRING) FOR 2-3 MINUTES.
  7. PLACE SKILLET IN THE OVEN AND BAKE FOR ABOUT 10 MINUTES.
  8. WHEN THE CENTER IS BEGINNING TO FIRM, TOP WITH PARMESAN CHEESE AND INCREASE OVEN TEMPERATURE TO BROIL.
  9. BROIL FOR 1-2 MINUTES, WATCHING CLOSELY FOR IDEAL BROWNING, AND REMOVE.
  10. LET SIT 2 MINUTES, SLICE INTO WEDGES, AND SERVE WITH ONE TABLESPOON OF SALSA ON TOP.
  11. NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING: 190 CALORIES, 12 G PROTEIN, 12 G CARBOHYDRATES, 11 G FAT, 4 G SATURATED FAT, 518 MG SODIUM, 2 G DIETARY FIBER.


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Summer Vegetarian Chili

Summer Vegetarian Chili

by | Sep 21, 2016 | Recipes

Summer Vegetarian Chili

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Who says chili has to be a cool weather dish? Pack your chili with loads of vegetables, give it a “meaty” texture thanks to steel cut oats (yes, steel cut oats!), spice it up with herbs and Latin spices, and top it with farm fresh avocados and green onions, and you’ve just discovered your next warm weather, rustic meal. Serve it with salad and cornbread and you’re all set!

Serves 10

Ingredients:

  • 1 POUND RED BEANS, DRIED (I.E., KIDNEY BEANS, CRANBERRY BEANS, RED BEANS)
  • 6 CUPS WATER
  • 2 VEGETABLE BULLION CUBES
  • 3 MEDIUM CARROTS, DICED
  • 3 STALKS CELERY, DICED
  • 1 ONION, DICED
  • 3 CLOVES GARLIC, MINCED
  • 1 GREEN BELL PEPPER, DICED
  • 1 ZUCCHINI, SLICED
  • 1 CUP YELLOW CORN, FROZEN OR CANNED
  • 1 14.5-OUNCE CAN DICED TOMATOES WITH JUICE
  • 1 4-OUNCE CAN TOMATO PASTE
  • 2 TABLESPOONS SOY SAUCE, REDUCED SODIUM
  • 1 TABLESPOON CHILI POWDER
  • 1 TEASPOON PAPRIKA
  • 1 TEASPOON CUMIN
  • 2 TEASPOONS DRIED OREGANO
  • 2 TEASPOONS DRIED CILANTRO
  • 1 TABLESPOON BROWN SUGAR
  • ¾ CUPS STEEL CUT OATS, DRIED
  • 1 TABLESPOON LEMON JUICE
  • HOT SAUCE TO TASTE
  • SALT TO TASTE (OPTIONAL)
  • GARNISH (AS DESIRED): FRESH AVOCADO SLICES, GREEN ONION SLICES, CHOPPED FRESH CILANTRO, CHOPPED FRESH TOMATOES

Instructions:

  1. PLACE BEANS IN A LARGE POT, COVER WITH WATER, AND SOAK OVERNIGHT.
  2. THE NEXT DAY, DISCARD THE WATER, AND ADD 6 CUPS FRESH WATER AND BULLION CUBES. COVER AND SIMMER OVER MEDIUM-LOW FOR 45 MINUTES.
  3. ADD CARROTS, CELERY, ONION, GARLIC, PEPPER, ZUCCHINI, CORN, TOMATOES, TOMATO PASTE, SOY SAUCE, CHILI POWDER, PAPRIKA, CUMIN, OREGANO, CILANTRO, BROWN SUGAR, AND STEEL CUT OATS.
  4. STIR WELL TO COMBINE, COVER, AND SIMMER FOR AN ADDITIONAL 45 MINUTES, STIRRING FREQUENTLY, UNTIL BEANS, OATS, AND VEGETABLES ARE TENDER. MAY NEED TO ADD ADDITIONAL WATER LOST TO EVAPORATION. SHOULD MAKE A THICK STEW-LIKE TEXTURE.BEFORE SERVING, STIR IN LEMON JUICE AND ADD HOT SAUCE TO ACHIEVE DESIRED LEVEL OF SPICINESS. SEASON WITH SALT AS DESIRED (OPTIONAL).

 

Serve in bowls and garnish as desired with fresh avocado slices, green onion slices, chopped fresh cilantro, and chopped fresh tomatoes.

Recipe and photography by Sharon Palmer, RDN, The Plant-Powered Dietitian


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