RECIPE: Blueberry Oatmeal Cups

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Blueberry Oatmeal CupsRecipe courtesy: Dietitian Alix Shantz of Achieving Your BestPrep time: 10 minutesCook time: 20minutesMakes 12 muffins Ingredients: 3 cups old fashioned rolled oats1 tsp baking powder1 cup milk (of your choice)2 large eggs½ cup honey2 tsp vanilla1.5 cups fresh blueberries2 tsp cinnamon Directions: Preheat oven to 350-degrees. Grease a 12-cup…

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RECIPE: Delicious and Healthier Chicken Salad

Delicious and Healthier Chicken Salad RecipeCourtesy: Dietitian Alix Shantz of Achieving Your BestPrep: 25 minTotal: 1 hour and 25 minServings: 6 Ingredients: 3 chicken breasts1 cup celery {chopped}3 green onions {chopped}1 cup red grapes, quartered½ cup slivered almonds1 tsp fresh parsley1 cup plain Greek yogurt2 tbsp lemon juice¼ tsp garlic powder½ tsp oregano1 tbsp honey¼…

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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…

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RECIPE: 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…

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RECIPE: 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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