Recipe Highlights Low Sodium Low Fat High Protein High Fiber Make Ahead Meal Make Ahead Options Prepare chili as directed in recipe.  Let cool before packaging in 2-cup containers.  Refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze 4-6 months. Very easy and flavorful chili that is also low sodium. This recipe makes a big batch […] The post Southwest Slow Cooker Chili appeared first on CookingHeartSmart ..read more

Print Add to Collection Go to Collections Slow Cooker Sticky BBQ Drumsticks Chicken drumsticks are smothered in BBQ sauce and slow-cooked for tender juiciness. Finish the dish by broiling for a few minutes to get that crispy and sticky skin. Choose a low-sodium (2 tablespoons is 170mg) BBQ sauce like Schultz's Gourmet BBQ Sweet Hickory Sauce. This is a local Colorado company, but sometimes I can find it on Amazon. Course Main Dish Cuisine American Keyword Chicken Recipes, Crockpot Recipes, Dinner Recipes, Heart Healthy, High Protein Diet Low Sodium, Purple Prep Time 5 minutes minutes S ..read more

Print Add to Collection Go to Collections Pork Chops with White Beans, Fennel & Onions Simple, one-pot recipe with pan-seared pork chops, cannellini beans, fennel, and onions. The fennel adds a light licorice flavor that works perfectly with the beans and onions. Course Main Dish Cuisine American Keyword Bean Dishes, Dinner Recipes, Heart Healthy, High Protein, Pork Recipes Diet Green, Low Carb, Low Sodium Prep Time 15 minutes minutes Cook Time 25 minutes minutes Total Time 40 minutes minutes Servings 4 Calories 446kcal Author Tonia Bloom Cost $4.60 per serving Ingredients 4 (8-o ..read more

Print Add to Collection Go to Collections Garden Salad with Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette The salad is a refreshing combination of spring mix lettuce, yellow bell peppers, grape tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, and red onion. The homemade dressing is easy to make, but you can substitute Brianna's® Avocado Oil Dressing Classic Balsamic Vinaigrette. Just add 1 gram of Saturated Fat to the recipe's Nutritional Information. The rest of the nutrition facts are about the same. Course Side Dish Cuisine American Keyword Meal Prep Recipes, Quick Dishes, Salad Dressing, Salads - Side Diet Blue, Low Ca ..read more

Print Add to Collection Go to Collections Make Ahead Creamy Italian Noodles You only need five ingredients to make this quick and easy side dish. I usually make a double batch of the recipe and freeze half for another meal. Course Side Dish Cuisine American, Italian Keyword Heart Healthy, Pasta and Pizza, Quick Dishes Diet Low Sodium, Orange Prep Time 5 minutes minutes Cook Time 9 minutes minutes Total Time 14 minutes minutes Servings 6 Calories 248kcal Author Tonia Bloom Cost $1.00 per serving Ingredients 8 ounces Wide Egg Noodles ¼ cup Spreadable Butter with Oil such as Land O Lak ..read more

Print Add to Collection Go to Collections Chicken and Spring Vegetable Soup A light chicken soup with asparagus, potatoes, leeks, and peas. This easy-to-prepare soup is also a great make-ahead lunch. Package cooled soup in 2-cup microwave-safe containers. Refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat in microwave 1-3 minutes. Course Lunch Cuisine American, French Keyword Chicken Recipes, Heart Healthy, High Fiber, High Protein, Meal Prep Recipes, Soups and Stews Diet Low Fat, Low Sodium, Orange Prep Time 20 minutes minutes Cook Time 55 minutes minutes Total Time 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes ..read more

Print Add to Collection Go to Collections Baked Ziti with Peas Baked Ziti is a family favorite. Full of cheese (reduced fat, of course), ground beef, and peas. This recipe makes a big batch, but any leftovers freeze well. Course Main Dish Cuisine Italian Keyword Beef Recipes, Dinner Recipes, Freezer Meals, Heart Healthy, High Protein, Pasta and Pizza Diet Low Sodium, Purple Prep Time 5 minutes minutes Cook Time 20 minutes minutes Total Time 25 minutes minutes Servings 8 Calories 393kcal Author Tonia Bloom Cost $2.18 per serving Equipment Oven-Safe Extra Large Skillet that is at lea ..read more

Print Add to Collection Go to Collections High Protein Oatmeal A really easy breakfast with quick-cooking oatmeal and high-protein milk. I add a little brown sugar and nuts so it's not so plain. Course Breakfast Cuisine American Keyword Breakfast & Brunch, Camping Recipes, Heart Healthy, High Fiber, Quick Dishes Diet Low Sodium, Purple Cook Time 2 minutes minutes Total Time 2 minutes minutes Servings 1 Calories 368kcal Author Tonia Bloom Cost $1.08 per serving Equipment Microwave Ingredients ½ cup Quick Cooking Oatmeal 1 cup Reduced Fat High Protein Milk such as Fairlife® 2 ..read more

Print Add to Collection Go to Collections Peas, Carrots & Mushrooms This is a simple side dish that is fancy enough for company. It goes well with fish, chicken, pork chops, and steak. The recipe is also easy to scale up or down. Course Side Dish Cuisine American Keyword Heart Healthy, Holiday Recipes, Quick Dishes, Vegetable Dishes Diet Low Carb, Low Fat, Low Sodium, Orange Prep Time 10 minutes minutes Cook Time 15 minutes minutes Total Time 25 minutes minutes Servings 4 Calories 104kcal Author Tonia Bloom Cost $1.01 per serving Ingredients 1 medium Carrot about 1/2 cup 1 (10 ..read more

Print Add to Collection Go to Collections Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese with Bacon and Smoked Gouda A comfort food favorite made in one pot is so easy and delicious. We used applewood smoked bacon to get even more flavor, but you can use any thick cut bacon. Gouda cheese is sweet, creamy, and melts perfectly for cheese sauces. Course Lunch, Main Dish Cuisine American Keyword Heart Healthy, High Fiber, Pasta and Pizza Diet Low Carb, Low Sodium Prep Time 15 minutes minutes Cook Time 25 minutes minutes Total Time 40 minutes minutes Servings 8 Calories 302kcal Author Tonia Bloom Cost $.88 pe ..read more