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Shrimp & Broccoli Alfredo

May 9, 2016 by Dinner Tonight


shrimp and broccoli alfredo, a recipe by dinner tonight
Shrimp & Broccoli Alfredo
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  • CourseMain Dish
Servings Prep Time
5 10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Servings Prep Time
5 10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
shrimp and broccoli alfredo, a recipe by dinner tonight
Shrimp & Broccoli Alfredo
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  • CourseMain Dish
Servings Prep Time
5 10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Servings Prep Time
5 10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1 (9 ounce) package whole wheat angel hair pasta
  • 1 pound small shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup low sodium parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cups broccoli florets frozen or fresh
  • 2 cups fresh cauliflower florets
  • 1 cup skim milk
  • season to taste
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  1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain pasta using a colander over a bowl. Combine shrimp, onions, and garlic in a small bowl. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, swirl to coat. Add shrimp mixture, and saute for 4 minutes or until shrimp are done.
  2. Steam thawed broccoli in microwave for 1 minute or until cooked.
  3. Take cauliflower, half the Parmesan and place in a blender with the milk and blend until creamy. Pour into skillet with shrimp and cooked pasta and begin to heat on low-medium heat for 1 minute. Add pasta water to skillet if sauce is too thick.
  4. Add steamed broccoli to skillet and mix until well coated. Add salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
Recipe Notes

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, alfredo, broccoli, frozen, Seafood, shrimp

Cranberry Apple Coleslaw

March 23, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

Cranberry Apple Coleslaw is the perfect side dish for any summer meal! Perfect for your next barbecue or just weeknight meal.

coleslaw with cranberries and apples
Cranberry Apple Coleslaw
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Servings
12 1 1/2 cup servings
Servings
12 1 1/2 cup servings
coleslaw with cranberries and apples
Cranberry Apple Coleslaw
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Servings
12 1 1/2 cup servings
Servings
12 1 1/2 cup servings
Ingredients
Dressing
  • 3/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise with olive oil, reduced fat
  • 3 Tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Coleslaw Mix
  • 1 small green cabbage, shredded makes around 7 cups shredded
  • 1 1/2 cups carrots, shredded
  • 2 medium apples sliced
  • 1/2 cup green onions sliced
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries no sugar added
Servings: 1 1/2 cup servings
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  1. Wash hands and clean preparation area.
  2. Rinse all produce before shredding.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, and vinegar until smooth.
  4. In a separate large bowl, toss together the shredded cabbage, carrots, apples, green onions, and cranberries.
  5. Pour dressing over cabbage mixture and toss to coat.
  6. Serve with your favorite main dish!
  7. Be sure to refrigerate coleslaw if not serving immediately.
Recipe Notes

Cranberry Apple Coleslaw

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 1 1/2 cups (133g)
servings per container 12 

Amount per serving
Calories	90					

% Daily Value
Total Fat	2	g			3	%	
Saturated Fat	0	g			0	%	
Trans Fat	0	g					
Cholesterol	0	mg			0	%	
Sodium	60	mg			3	%	
Total Carbohydrate	18	g			7	%	
Dietary Fiber	3	g			11	%	
Total Sugars	14	g					
Added Sugars	4	g			8	%	
Protein	2	g					

Vitamin D	0	mcg			0	%	
Calcium	43	mg			4	%	
Iron	0	mg			0	%	
Potassium	163	mg			4	%

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Black Bean Salsa with Pineapple

July 20, 2015 by Dinner Tonight

Black bean salsa with pineapple, plated with crackers.
Black Bean Salsa with Pineapple
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Black bean salsa with pineapple, plated with crackers.
Black Bean Salsa with Pineapple
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Servings
6
Ingredients
  • 1 (15 ounce) can low sodium black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pineapple tidbits in natural juice drained but reserve juice
  • 1 cup diced bell pepper
  • 6 green onions thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro leaves chopped
  • 1/4 cup reserved pineapple juice
  • 1 tbsp canola oil
  • 1 seeded jalapeno pepper minced
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  1. 1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Toss and serve.
Recipe Notes

Black Bean Salsa with Pineapple Nutrition Facts Serving size (187g) servings per container 6 Amount per serving Calories 140 % Daily Value Total Fat 2.5 g 3 % Saturated Fat 0 g 0 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 100 mg 4 % Total Carbohydrate 24 g 9 % Dietary Fiber 6 g 21 % Total Sugars 10 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 5 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 38 mg 2 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 408 mg 8 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: appetizer, appetizers, bean, beans, dip, dips, fruit, fruits, pineapple, protein, recipe, recipes, side dish, Side Dishes, snack, Snacks, Vegetarian

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