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Tuna Ceviche Cucumber Bites

July 11, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

Looking for a way to beat the heat? Cucumbers provide a bright and refreshing twist to many recipes. Try these Tuna Ceviche Cucumber Bites for a light and refreshing snack this summer!


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4 servings (1/2 cup ceviche + 5 cucumber slices)
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4 servings (1/2 cup ceviche + 5 cucumber slices)
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4 servings (1/2 cup ceviche + 5 cucumber slices)
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4 servings (1/2 cup ceviche + 5 cucumber slices)
Ingredients
  • 3 5 ounce cans Chunk Light Tuna canned in water, unsalted, drained
  • 1/4 cup carrots shredded
  • 1/4 cup cucumber chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup Tomato chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons jalapeno chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons cilantro chopped
  • 4 Tablespoons lime juice about 2 limes
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 medium cucumber sliced evenly into 20 slices
Servings: servings (1/2 cup ceviche + 5 cucumber slices)
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  1. Slice Cucumber evenly into 20 slices. Set aside.
  2. To a large bowl, add tuna, carrots, chopped cucumber, red onion, tomato, jalapeno, and cilantro. Stir to combine evenly.
  3. In a small bowl, add lime juice, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  4. Pour lime juice mixture over tuna mixture and stir to combine.
  5. Evenly divide the tuna ceviche on the sliced cucumbers.
  6. Serve and portion of 5 bites and enjoy!
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, appetizer, lunch, protein, Seafood, Snacks, spring, summer, tuna

Spicy Pea and Avocado Toast

May 13, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

Looking for a fresh twist on your favorite breakfast? Try this Spicy Pea and Avocado Toast for a flavorful and cost-efficient variation to traditional avocado toast.  pea and avocado toast


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3 1/3 Cup Guacamole + 1 Slice of Toast
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3 1/3 Cup Guacamole + 1 Slice of Toast
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3 1/3 Cup Guacamole + 1 Slice of Toast
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3 1/3 Cup Guacamole + 1 Slice of Toast
Ingredients
Pea and Avocado Guacamole
  • 1/2 Cup frozen peas Thawed
  • 1 Medium Avocado Sliced
  • 1 jalapeno Seeded and diced
  • 1/3 Cup red onion Chopped
  • 1/4 Cup cilantro Chopped
  • 1/2 Teaspoon garlic Minced
  • 2 Tablespoons lime juice About 1 Small Lime
  • 1/4 Teaspoon salt
Other toppings
  • 3 Slices 100% whole wheat bread
  • 1/2 Cup cherry tomatoes Sliced in Half
  • 3 Tablespoons feta cheese Crumbled
  • 1/2 Tablespoon hot sauce
Servings: 1/3 Cup Guacamole + 1 Slice of Toast
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  1. Pulse the peas in a food processor until smooth.
  2. Transfer peas to a medium bowl. To the same bowl, add the flesh of the avocado. Combine avocado and peas by smashing together into a chunky texture.
  3. To the avocado mixture, add jalapeno, red onion, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, and salt. Stir to combine. Set aside.
  4. Toast bread to desired doneness.
  5. Evenly divide the guacamole by spreading onto the toast (about 1/3 Cup)
  6. Top the toast with an even division of the cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and hot sauce.
  7. Serve immediately
Recipe Notes

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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: avocado, bread, breakfast, cilantro, garlic, guacamole, hot sauce, jalapeno, lime, peas, red onion, Snacks, spring, toast, tomato

Banana Split Cake

April 5, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

A banana split that is just over 150 calories per serving, this cake is a sweet treat….cool and refreshing without the brain freeze! 


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20 1/20th of cake
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20 1/20th of cake
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20 1/20th of cake
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20 1/20th of cake
Ingredients
  • 1 16oz yellow cake mix Sugar Free
  • 3/4 Cup Creek Yogurt Plain, nonfat
  • 1 Cup water
  • 2 egg whites Medium
  • 1.5 Oz instant vanilla pudding fat free, sugar free
  • 2.5 Cups skim milk
  • 3 bananas Medium, Sliced
  • 2 Cups fresh strawberries Sliced
  • 8 Oz Crushed Pineapples canned, in juice, drained
  • 8 Oz whipped topping sugar free, thawed
  • 2 Tbsp dark chocolate baking chips
  • 1/4 Cup sliced almonds
  • 20 maraschino cherries canned, drained
Servings: 1/20th of cake
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  1. Preheat oven to temperature called for on the cake mix box. Use a 9 x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, yogurt, water, and egg whites. Mix with electric mixer until combined and then mix on medium for about 2 minutes. Pour into the baking dish and bake according to the cake mix directions.
  3. Allow the cake to cool completely. Use a fork or end of a wooden spoon to pierce cake in rows, about ½ inches apart.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together instant vanilla pudding and skim milk.
  5. Pour pudding over cake, wiggle dish to help pudding settle into holes.
  6. Arrange sliced bananas, strawberries and drained crushed pineapple evenly over the pudding.
  7. Spread thawed whipped topping over fruit and refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight.
  8. Note: Keep cake refrigerated. Can store for 2 days, covered in refrigerator.
Recipe Notes

nutrition label

One serving of Banana Split Cake provides 13.7% Daily Value of Vitamin C 

Maraschino cherries may contain added sugars  

One serving of Banana Split Cake includes approximately 1.5 grams or 3% DV of added sugars

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: almonds, bananas, cake, egg whites, greek yogurt, spring, strawberries, summer

Tropical Fruit Salad

March 14, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

Our refreshing Tropical Fruit Salad is a quick and easy option for dessert or a sweet midday treat! Eat it right after making or pop it in the freezer for an ice cream-like texture!


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6 1 cup servings
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6 1 cup servings
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6 1 cup servings
Ingredients
  • 0.5 ounce instant vanilla pudding sugar free, fat free
  • 1/2 cup milk skim
  • 2 cups whipped topping fat free
  • 3 Tablespoons coconut flakes unsweetened
  • 1 1/2 cups pineapple frozen, cubed
  • 1 1/2 cups mango frozen, cubed
  • 1 cup bananas frozen, cubed
  • 1 1/2 cups peaches frozen, cubed
  • 3 Tablespoons pecans chopped
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. Clean and prep your area.
  2. Remove fruit and whipped topping from the freezer and thaw to your liking.
  3. Add your pudding mix and skim milk to a large bowl and mix until well combined and there are minimal lumps.
  4. Once the pudding is done, add the whipped topping to the bowl. Fold pudding and whipped topping to combine.
  5. Next, add in the coconut flakes, thawed pineapple, mango, bananas, and peaches, and mix all together.
  6. Top off the fruit salad with chopped pecans and serve.
  7. Note: Fruit salad can be served as is or frozen to eat at an ice cream consistency. Fruit salad stores well in the refrigerator for 2 days (more time may experience the separation of ingredients) or in the freezer for 1 week.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: banana, dessert, Desserts, healthy desserts, mango, peach, peaches, pineapple, Snacks, spring, summer

Peach Crumble

January 31, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

Peach Crumble is a quick and easy dessert (or breakfast) to whip up! By using canned peaches you can ensure you always have the ingredients on hand. For an added touch of sweetness serve with whipped cream or vanilla frozen yogurt!


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8 1/2 cup servings
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8 1/2 cup servings
Ingredients
  • 30 ounces canned sliced peaches in juice, drained with ½ cup liquid reserved
  • 1.5 cups rolled oats dry
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup pecans chopped
  • 1.5 Tablespoons butter melted
Servings: 1/2 cup servings
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Oven Instructions
  1. Clean your area and wash your hands before you begin.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
  3. Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan and pour in the drained peaches.
  4. In a bowl combine oats, flour, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, and pecans.
  5. Add in the melted butter and 1 Tablespoon of the reserved liquid. Using a fork stir and combine the mixture. Continue to add in 1 Tablespoon of reserved liquid at a time until oats are just holding together.
  6. Cover the peaches with the crumble topping.
  7. Bake covered for 15 minutes and uncovered for 15 minutes or until the crumble is browning.
  8. For dessert, serve with whipped cream or frozen yogurt!
Air Fryer Instructions
  1. Clean your area and wash your hands before you begin.
  2. Preheat the air fryer at 350 degrees F for 3-5 minutes.
  3. Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan or air fryer tray and pour in the drained peaches.
  4. In a bowl combine oats, flour, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, and pecans.
  5. Add in the melted butter and 1 Tablespoon of the reserved liquid. Using a fork stir and combine the mixture. Continue to add in 1 Tablespoon of reserved liquid at a time until oats are just holding together.
  6. Cover the peaches with the crumble topping.
  7. Cook the peach crumble in the air fry covered for 15 minutes and uncovered for 15 minutes or until the crumble is browning.
  8. For dessert, serve with whipped cream or frozen yogurt!
Recipe Notes

Nutritional information does not include whipped cream or frozen yogurt.

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: air, air fry, air fryer, breakfast, canned, canned foods, Desserts, peaches, spring, summer

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