By Laura B. LaValle
According to FDA tables of mercury content in different fish and seafood, scallops are one of the lowest mercury-containing seafoods. Fish and seafood are great choices for a light summer protein — and especially tasty when combined with a summer harvest of fresh vegetables.
Serves: 6
Time to Table: 30 minutes
By Laura B. LaValle
Huevos Rancheros (ranch-style eggs) is a Mexican breakfast classic that is both versatile and hearty. While it is often served on tostadas, tortillas, or English muffins, you can leave those behind by serving the eggs on top of the beans for a delicious lower carb version!
Serves: 4
Healing Nutrient Spotlight
Excellent source of vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, iron, selenium
Good source of riboflavin, vitamin B-6, folate, calcium, iodine, manganese, molybdenum
By Laura B. LaValle
Sandwich wraps have been an American favorite for years thanks to the popularity of Greek and Mexican cuisine. These cabbage wraps provide a low-carb way to enjoy a warm, healthy sandwich with a South of the Border flavor.
Serves: 6
Time to Table: 60 minutes
By Laura B. LaValle
Rich in protein, antioxidants and energy-boosting B vitamins, this Italian-influenced salad entrée is a nutritious, satisfying way to please even the most discriminating salad eater.
Serves: 4
Time to Table: 30 minutes
By Laura B. LaValle
Healthy, delicious, and versatile, shrimp is an all-time favorite in restaurants and kitchens from coast to coast. We’ve taken the Italian-inspired classic and added fresh garden vegetables to boost its taste and goodness. What could be better?
Serves: 4
Time to Table: 30 minutes
By Laura B. LaValle
This modern take on an old-fashioned classic retains all the great taste without unhealthy fillers or preservatives. It’s also the perfect fare for entertaining guests at your next back yard cookout.
Serves: 6
Time to Table: 40 minutes
By Laura B. LaValle
Salmon and fresh cucumber meld into this refreshing low-carb summer salad that is full of flavor and rich in nutrients. It is also a great source of energy-supplying B-vitamins and heart-healthy omega-3 fats.
Serves:4
By Laura B. LaValle
This versatile chicken salad recipe is an easy, delicious way to use leftover chicken. The finished salad can be served on rice crackers as an appetizer, spooned into lettuce leaves as a low-carb sandwich wrap, or enjoyed as an elegant luncheon entrée.
By Laura B. LaValle
This is a lighter chili recipe that you don’t mind eating even in warmer weather.
By Laura B. LaValle
A delicious marinade of lime juice and healing herbs makes this Mexican-inspired grilled chicken recipe a perfect choice for a weekend cookout with friends.