Tomatoes are rich in vitamin C and disease-fighting lycopene. Onions are loaded with polyphenols and provide minerals such as manganese. This low-calorie simple salad is the perfect summer side dish.
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Marinated Tomato and Onion Salad RecipeMarinated Tomato and Onion SaladSource: MyFoodDiary.com
Tomatoes are rich in vitamin C and disease-fighting lycopene. Onions are loaded with polyphenols and provide minerals such as manganese. This low-calorie simple salad is the perfect summer side dish. Kale Salad with Honey Ginger Dressing RecipeKale Salad with Honey Ginger DressingSource: MyFoodDiary.com
Kale is best known for providing folate and vitamins A, C, and K, but this leafy green also contains protein, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and beneficial plant chemicals like lutein that promote healthy vision. While sometimes bitter when eaten alone, you can combine it with other vegetables and a homemade dressing to create a crunchy salad with balanced flavors. Chocolate Dipped Banana Bites RecipeChocolate Dipped Banana BitesSource: MyFoodDiary.com
Frozen treats make great desserts in the summer heat, but chocolate-dipped ice cream balls and cheesecake bites can be loaded with calories and saturated fat. These banana bites provide a healthier option with the same delicious flavors as higher-calorie frozen desserts. Crunchy Cucumber Salad RecipeCrunchy Cucumber SaladSource: MyFoodDiary.com
This summer salad is full of vitamin-rich vegetables. It is dressed in a slightly spiced vinaigrette that goes well with the refreshing cucumber. A few nuts sprinkled on top supply healthy plant protein. Creamy Pasta with Summer Squash RecipeCreamy Pasta with Summer SquashSource: MyFoodDiary.com
Pastas with creamy sauces are satisfying but also loaded with calories and saturated fat. Using part-skim ricotta cheese and seasonal vegetables can create a healthier meal that mimics traditional favorites. Summer Melon Salad RecipeSummer Melon SaladSource: MyFoodDiary.com
Melons contain few calories and are rich in vitamins A and C. Their high water content also helps keep you hydrated. This salad combines fresh melon and crumbled feta cheese to create a sweet and salty side dish. Tex-Mex Chopped Salad RecipeTex-Mex Chopped SaladSource: MyFoodDiary.com
This salad uses seasonal ingredients for fresh flavor and beans for protein. Lightly sautéed vegetables and chopped avocado eliminate the need for salad dressing, which decreases total calories and fat. Enjoy it as a side dish at dinner, or make it a healthy lunch. Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps RecipeChicken Salad Lettuce WrapsSource: MyFoodDiary.com
Traditional chicken salads are often loaded with mayonnaise, but this recipe uses Greek yogurt and brown mustard to reduce the fat and calories without sacrificing flavor. Wrap it with crunchy lettuce to create a meal with fewer calories and carbohydrates than traditional chicken salad. Mashed White Beans with Herbs RecipeMashed White Beans with HerbsSource: MyFoodDiary.com
Potatoes aren't the only option when you want a mashed side dish. Mashed beans pair well with a main course like grilled fish or chicken, and they provide extra protein and fiber. These mashed white beans are flavored with fresh herbs and smoked paprika. Soba Noodles with Broccoli and Peas RecipeSoba Noodles with Broccoli and PeasSource: MyFoodDiary.com
Soba is a Japanese buckwheat pasta with fewer calories and carbohydrates than most white pastas. In this recipe, it's paired with nutritious stir-fried broccoli and peas. |
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