Hey there, fellow foodies! It's time for some healthy recipes that are not only quick and easy to make, but also damn delicious! Let's dive right in.
Recipe #1: Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad
For this scrumptious chicken salad, you'll need:
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl, and voila! Your healthy and hearty chicken salad is ready to serve.
Recipe #2: Baked Salmon with Garlic and Herb Butter
Here's what you'll need to turn a plain old slab of salmon into a gourmet meal:
- 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillet
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preheat the oven to 425°F. Mix the butter, garlic, oregano and thyme together, and spread it generously over the top of the salmon. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Truly divine!
Recipe #3: Veggie and Hummus Sandwich
Who says healthy food has to be boring? This sandwich will make you forget all about those greasy burgers:
- 4 slices of whole grain bread
- 1/2 cup hummus
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- A handful of baby spinach leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toast the bread and spread the hummus generously on each slice. Layer the cucumber slices, avocado slices and baby spinach leaves on top, and season with salt and pepper. Enjoy your gourmet sandwich while feeling like a health guru.
Recipe #4: Grilled Peach Salad
Summer is the perfect time for fresh and light salads, and this one is a true winner:
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the peach slices for 2-3 minutes per side, until caramelized and tender. In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing. Toss the mixed greens, grilled peaches and red onion with the dressing, and you're good to go.
Recipe #5: Skinny Chocolate Brownies
Yes, you read that right. You can indulge in chocolate without guilt with these low-fat brownies:
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl and pour into an 8-inch square baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the brownies are set but still fudgy. Let them cool before cutting and serving.
And there you have it, folks! Five healthy recipes that are sure to please your palate and your body. Bon appetit!
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