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Vegetable Enchiladas

December 13, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

Eat heart-healthy!


Vegetable Enchiladas
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Ingredients
  • 1 cup reduced fat Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup fat free ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 cup fresh tomatoes diced
  • 1/2 cup zucchini finely sliced
  • 1/2 cup carrots shredded
  • 1/3 cup green pepper diced
  • 1/4 cup onion diced
  • 6 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup salsa
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  1. Preheat oven to 350˚ and spray 8×8 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, combine 3/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese, ricotta cheese, chili powder and cumin. Set aside.
  3. In a separate microwave safe mixing bowl, combine tomato, zucchini, carrots, green pepper and onion. Cover and cook in the microwave for 4 minutes.
  4. Wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30-45 seconds or until warm.
  5. Spoon cheese mixture evenly on all 6 warm tortillas and top with vegetable mixture. Roll tortillas up and place in a baking dish seam side down.
  6. Spread salsa and remaining 1/4 cup shredded cheese evenly over enchiladas and bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Allow to cool for 5 minutes and serve.
Recipe Notes

Vegetable Enchiladas Nutrition Facts Serving size (178g) servings per container 6 Amount per serving Calories 160 % Daily Value Total Fat 4.5 g 6 % Saturated Fat 2.5 g 13 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 15 mg 5 % Sodium 360 mg 16 % Total Carbohydrate 21 g 8 % Dietary Fiber 2 g 7 % Total Sugars 4 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 9 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 317 mg 25 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 253 mg 6 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, enchiladas, Heart Healthy, vegetable, vegetable enchiladas, Vegetarian

Spinach Pasta Toss

December 13, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

Try this simple and easy spinach pasta toss for your Dinner Tonight! With 5 ingredients this dish will come together quickly!Spinach Pasta Toss recipe plated on a blue plate


Spinach Pasta Toss recipe plated on a blue plate
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Ingredients
  • 1 15 ounce Italian-style diced tomatoes unsalted
  • 2 cups whole wheat penne pasta dry
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 cups baby spinach leaves
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded, reduced fat
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  1. Bring tomatoes, pasta and water to a boil in a large saucepan; stir.
  2. Cover; simmer on medium-low heat for 10 minutes or just until pasta is tender.
  3. Add ½ of spinach; simmer, covered 2 minutes or until wilted. Stir.
  4. Repeat until remaining spinach is added.
  5. Serve topped with cheese.
  6. For a spicier dish, add ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes with the tomatoes.
Recipe Notes

Spinach Pasta Toss Nutrition Facts Serving size (176g) servings per container 6 Amount per serving Calories 180 % Daily Value Total Fat 4 g 5 % Saturated Fat 2 g 10 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 10 mg 3 % Sodium 150 mg 7 % Total Carbohydrate 29 g 11 % Dietary Fiber 2 g 7 % Total Sugars 3 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 10 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 314 mg 25 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 319 mg 6 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: five, Heart Healthy, main dish, pasta, spinach, Vegetarian

Sauteed Parmesan Vegetables

December 8, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

Sautéed Parmesan Vegetables is a simple side dish that will impress! Add some color to your next meal and your dinner table!Sauteed Parmesan Vegetable recipe in a white serving bowl with a grey napkin.


Sauteed Parmesan Vegetable recipe in a white serving bowl with a grey napkin.
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  • CourseSide Dishes, Vegetables, Vegetarian
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Ingredients
  • 1 zucchini coarsely chopped
  • 1 yellow squash coarsely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper seeded and coarsely chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper seeded and coarsely chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper seeded and coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes halved
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-fat Italian dressing
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your cooking area.
  2. Wash and chop vegetables as indicated above.
  3. Heat skillet to medium; add vegetable oil.
  4. Add zucchini, squash, bell peppers and grape tomatoes and sauté until
  5. tender, about 10 minutes; turning occasionally.
  6. Place sautéed vegetable in large serving bowl; add dressing and parmesan cheese; mix until evenly coated.
Recipe Notes

Sauteed Parmesan Vegetables Nutrition Facts Serving size (283g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 140 % Daily Value Total Fat 9 g 12 % Saturated Fat 1.5 g 8 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 5 mg 2 % Sodium 180 mg 8 % Total Carbohydrate 13 g 5 % Dietary Fiber 3 g 11 % Total Sugars 6 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 4 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 76 mg 6 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 618 mg 15 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: bell pepper, Heart Healthy, side dish, spring, summer, tomatoes, vegetables, Vegetarian

Mint Sugar Snap Peas

November 30, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

These mint sugar snap peas make the perfect side dish to any meal. They are full of fiber and vitamin C!

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Ingredients
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 pound fresh sugar snap peas strings removed
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your cooking area.
  2. Wash sugar snap peas and remove strings.
  3. Heat skillet to medium-high heat; add olive oil.
  4. Add the snap peas to the skillet and sauté until just tender (about 8-10 minutes).
  5. Remove from heat and stir in mint.
  6. Drizzle lemon juice on top. Toss lightly.
Recipe Notes

Mint Sugar Snap Peas Nutrition Facts Serving size (121g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 70 % Daily Value Total Fat 2.5 g 3 % Saturated Fat 0 g 0 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 5 mg 0 % Total Carbohydrate 9 g 3 % Dietary Fiber 3 g 11 % Total Sugars 5 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 3 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 52 mg 4 % Iron 3 mg 15 % Potassium 237 mg 6 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: five, Heart Healthy, peas, side dish, spring, sugar snap peas, summer, vegetables, Vegetarian

Black Bean and Rice Salad

November 30, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

 


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Ingredients
Rice
  • 1 cup cooked and cooled brown rice
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped, red bell pepper
  • 1 15 ounce can unsalted black beans rinsed and drained
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic clove chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt optional
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  1. In a mixing bowl, stir together rice, onion, red or green pepper, and beans.
  2. In a jar with a tight fitting lid, add vinegar, dry mustard, garlic, vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. Shake until dressing is evenly mixed.
  3. Pour dressing over bean mixture and stir to mix evenly. Chill for at least one hour. Serve cold as a side dish or main dish.
Recipe Notes

Black Bean & Rice Salad Nutrition Facts Serving size (239g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 240 % Daily Value Total Fat 8 g 10 % Saturated Fat 1 g 5 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 220 mg 10 % Total Carbohydrate 36 g 13 % Dietary Fiber 9 g 32 % Total Sugars 3 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 9 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 52 mg 4 % Iron 3 mg 15 % Potassium 472 mg 10 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: black beans, healthy side dish, Heart Healthy, rice, side dish, Side Dishes, Vegetarian

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