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Spinach- Avocado Salad with Grapefruit Vinaigrette

January 6, 2017 by Dinner Tonight

This Spinach and Avocado Salad with Grapefruit Vinaigrette is the perfect way to celebrate a glorious winter crop here in Texas, grapefruit! This tangy salad makes the perfect addition to any dinner.

 

 

Spinach- Avocado Salad with Grapefruit Vinaigrette
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Spinach- Avocado Salad with Grapefruit Vinaigrette
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Servings
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Ingredients
For the salad
  • 1.5 lbs. fresh spinach rinsed and dried
  • 0.5 lb. fresh arugula rinsed and dried
  • 1 1/2 cup red onion sliced
For the vinaigrette
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp. honey Juice and zest of 1 Ruby Red grapefruit
Toppings
  • 2 avacados sliced
  • 2 Ruby Red grapefruits peeled, sectioned, and chopped
  • 1/4 cup pecans chopped
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  1. 1. Wash your hands and clean your cooking area. 2. In a large bowl, toss together the salad ingredients. Set aside. 3. In a small bowl or container with lid, whisk or shake all of the vinaigrette ingredients. 4. Assemble the toppings over the salad mixture. Top with the vinaigrette and serve.
Recipe Notes

Nutrition facts per serving: 190 calories, 16g total fat, 2g saturated fat, 0g trans fat, 25mg sodium, 11g total carbohydrate, 3g dietary fiber, 6g sugars, 2g protein, 45% vitamin A, and 35% vitamin C. percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000- calorie diet.

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Salad, side dish, Side Dishes

Watermelon Cucumber Balsamic Salad

June 30, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

Looking for a great side dish? Check this refreshing salad out!

 

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Watermelon Cucumber Balsamic Salad
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Watermelon Cucumber Balsamic Salad
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Servings
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Ingredients
  • 4 cups watermelon cubed
  • 2 cups cucumber cubed
  • 1/2 cup red onion sliced
  • 1/4 cup basil chopped
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 oounces Fat Free feta cheese crumbled
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  1. Mix together watermelon, cucumber, red onion and basil.
  2. Mix together olive oil and balsamic vinegar then pour over the watermelon mixture.
  3. Top with feta cheese and enjoy!
Recipe Notes

Roasted Cauliflower and Grapes Nutrition Facts Serving size (307g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 250 % Daily Value Total Fat 17 g 22 % Saturated Fat 2 g 10 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 70 mg 3 % Total Carbohydrate 25 g 9 % Dietary Fiber 7 g 25 % Total Sugars 14 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 6 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 77 mg 6 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 857 mg 20 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Heart Healthy, Side Dishes, spring, summer, Vegetarian

Fresh Berry Caprese Salad

June 14, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

This simple yet fresh Berry Caprese Salad is a perfect salad for when strawberries and blueberries are in season. Can be eaten as a side dish or have grilled chicken added to it to make it a main dish. Enjoy one of our favorite summer inspired salads!

Fresh Berry Caprese Salad
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Servings
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Servings
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Ingredients
  • 1/2 Cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 Cup fresh strawberries sliced
  • 1 Cup fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 Cup fresh basil chopped
  • 1 Cup fresh mozzarella cubed
  • 1/4 Cup sliced almonds
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 6 Cup Spring Mix Salad
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  1. Pour balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over low heat; cook 15 minutes or until reduced to a thick glaze. Allow to cool.
  2. Place strawberries, blueberries, mozzarella, almonds and basil on top of spring mix salad. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
Recipe Notes

Fresh Berry Caprese Salad Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 cup spring mix + approx 1/2 cup toppings (186g) servings per container 6 Amount per serving Calories 150 % Daily Value Total Fat 8 g 10 % Saturated Fat 2.5 g 13 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 10 mg 3 % Sodium 190 mg 8 % Total Carbohydrate 15 g 5 % Dietary Fiber 3 g 11 % Total Sugars 10 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 8 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 326 mg 25 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 166 mg 4 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: blueberries, Salad, spring, strawberries, summer, Vegetarian

Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

May 9, 2016 by Dinner Tonight


Slow Cooker Chicken Stew, a recipe by Dinner Tonight
Slow Cooker Chicken Stew
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Servings Prep Time
4 15 minutes
Cook Time
6-8 hours
Servings Prep Time
4 15 minutes
Cook Time
6-8 hours
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Slow Cooker Chicken Stew
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4 15 minutes
Cook Time
6-8 hours
Servings Prep Time
4 15 minutes
Cook Time
6-8 hours
Ingredients
  • vegetable oil cooking spray
  • 3 4 ounce chicken breast boneless, skinless
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth fat-free, low-sodium
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh, minced garlic
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 large russet potato cubed
  • 4 carrots chopped
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  1. Lightly spray the slow cooker with cooking spray.
  2. Lay the chicken breasts on the bottom of slow cooker and add salt, pepper, and chicken broth.
  3. In a small bowl, mix balsamic vinegar and garlic; set aside.
  4. Add onion, potato, and carrots to the slow cooker.
  5. Pour balsamic vinegar mixture on top and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees fahrenheit.
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Mocha Rubbed Pot Roast

August 6, 2015 by Dinner Tonight

Coffee and beef may seem like unlikely partners, but this recipe makes them the perfect pair. This is not your average pot roast, it has so much flavor! You will smell the aroma of the coffee and spices as soon as you walk in the door. You will also feel good that you are feeding your family a healthy meal full of protein and vitamins. This pot roast goes perfectly with Mint Sugar Snap Peas and a whole-wheat roll.

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Servings Prep Time
8 5 minutes
Cook Time
6 hours
Servings Prep Time
8 5 minutes
Cook Time
6 hours
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Servings Prep Time
8 5 minutes
Cook Time
6 hours
Servings Prep Time
8 5 minutes
Cook Time
6 hours
Ingredients
Mocha Rub
  • 2 Tablespoons ground coffee beans
  • 1 Tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Roast
  • 2 lb beef roast
  • 1 cup brewed coffee
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • 1/2 cup onion chopped
  • 1/8 cup honey
  • 3 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
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  1. Rub- Mix all coffee, paprika, and all other spices in a shallow dish.
  2. Pat the roast with a paper towel. Rub mixture over the the roast and rub it in well with your hands.
  3. Pour coffee, broth, onion, honey and balsamic vinegar into the slow cooker. Place the roast with the slow cooker and broth mixture . Cook for 6-7 hours on low. *You can serve the roast with or without the liquid.
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