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RECIPE: Healthier Cole Slaw
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Healthy Coleslaw for your Summer BBQCourtesy: Dietitian Cassie Dimmick of Achieving Your Best Ingredients: 1 package shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix1/4 c. avocado oil mayo1/4 c. plain yogurt1-2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar1 Tbsp honeySalt and pepper to taste Directions: Place the coleslaw mix in a large mixing bowl. In a small bowl, combine…
Read MoreRECIPE: DIY Electrolyte Drink
DIY Electrolyte Water to keep you hydrated this summerRecipe courtesy: Dietitian Cassie Dimmick of Achieving Your Best Ingredients: 2 cups water1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon and/or lime juice1/4 tsp Himalayan pink salt1/2 tsp honey Directions: Combine all ingredients in a mason jar. Shake well. Serve chilled or over ice.You can store the drink in your…
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RECIPE: Healthier AND Cheaper Frappuccino
DIY Frappuccino for a fraction of the costRecipe Courtesy: Dietitian Cassie Dimmick of Achieving Your Best Ingredients: 1/2 cup strong coffee or espresso1 Tbsp sugar1/2 cup milk of your choice1.5 cups ice Directions: Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until well mixed. You can add in cinnamon, cocoa powder, or vanilla extract for…
Read MoreRECIPE: Turkey Lettuce Wraps
Turkey Lettuce WrapsCourtesy: Dietitian Alix Shantz of Achieving Your Best Lettuce wraps are a delicious Asian style dish! They are high in protein and low in carbohydrates. Using low sodium soy sauce and ground turkey cuts down on the amount of total fat and salt; two items that would normally be too high in restaurant…
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RECIPE: Cancer Fighting Pesto Sauce
Ingredients: 4 c. arugula (packed)1/2 c. walnuts1/2 c. almonds2 garlic cloves1 Tbsp lemon rind1 pinch cayenne pepper1 c. shredded Parmesan cheese1 tsp salt1 c. olive oil Directions: Combine all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until blended. Slowly add the olive oil while the processor is running until a paste is formed. Serve with…
Read MoreRECIPE: Sweet and Spicy Salmon
Courtesy: Cassie Dimmick, MS, RD, LD, CSSD Ingredients: 1/2 c. Pineapple juice1/4 c. Lemon juice4 (5-6 oz each) Salmon filets1/2 Tbsp Brown sugar1 Tbsp chili powder1 tsp cumin1/2 tsp salt1/4 tsp cinnamon Directions: Combine the pineapple juice and lemon juice in a large plastic zip lock bag. Place salmon inthe bag and marinate for at…
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