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Parmesan Celery Salad

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This is a simple recipe that makes a great side dish for dinner! The combination of celery and pecans might seem odd but they are perfectly combined in this dish. The pecans and nuts in general are full of protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants and the American Heart Association recommends nuts as part of a healthy dietary pattern.

http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/GettingHealthy/NutritionCenter/SimpleCookingwithHeart/Go-Nuts-But-just-a-little

Celery Salad
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  1. Chop celery and place in large bowl.
  2. Toast pecans and add to celery.
  3. Whisk together green onion, mustard, lemon juice, and olive oil.
  4. Pour over celery and pecans.
  5. Top with shaved Parmesan cheese.
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Zucchini-Oat Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Zucchini – Oat chocolate chip cookies are the yummy way to sneak veggies into cookies! Give this healthy dessert cookie recipe a go!

Zucchini-Oat Chocolate Chip Cookies, a recipe by Dinner Tonight
Zucchini-Oat Chocolate Chip Cookies
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This cookie recipe uses half the butter of a regular chocolate chip cookie. Include your kids in the preparation and have fun!
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24 cookies
Servings
24 cookies
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24 cookies
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  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a mixing bowl whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt for 20 seconds, set aside.
  2. In the bowl of an electric stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment whip together butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar until creamy.
  3. Mix in egg and vanilla extract. Add zucchini and with mixer set on low speed, slowly add in flour mixture. Stir in oats, walnuts and chocolate chips (I reserved 1/3 cup of the chocolate chips to press into the tops of dough balls before baking, just for looks which is totally optional).
  4. Shape dough into balls, 2 Tbsp each, then transfer to a Silpat or parchment paper lined baking sheets, spacing cookies 2-inches apart.
  5. Bake in preheated oven 11 - 14 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on baking sheet 2 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
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Nutrition Facts
Zucchini-Oat Chocolate Chip Cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 103 Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 19mg 6%
Sodium 55mg 2%
Potassium 44mg 1%
Total Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 3g
Protein 2g 4%
Vitamin A 3%
Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 2%
Iron 3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Veggie Tots

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How do I be more creative with my vegetable game? How do I repurpose leftover vegetables? Our answer: VEGGIE TOTS! Try this fun and tasty recipe at your next meal.


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8 servings (4 tots per serving) 10 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 servings (4 tots per serving) 10 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
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8 servings (4 tots per serving) 10 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 servings (4 tots per serving) 10 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
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Oven Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 425F, place oven rack in the middle of the oven and line baking sheet with silicone mat or parchment paper.
  2. Steam or microwave the potatoes to the point where a fork is easily inserted but its too tough to eat (20 seconds for ready to eat potatoes in microwave)
  3. Once they are cooked, drain them and set them aside to cool down.
  4. Then place 2 cups of thawed broccoli florets into your food processor and pulse it until the broccoli resembles coarse rice. (should yield 1 1/2 cups chopped)Measure out 1 1/2 cups of the finely chopped broccoli and transfer into a large bowl.
  5. Next, pulse the semi-cooked potatoes and 1 1/2 cups of the Parmesan cheese; pulse just enough to break up the potatoes and combine then with the cheese.
  6. Place the cheese and potato mixture into the bowl with the broccoli.Add seasoning into the large bowl and fold all ingredients with a large spatula to combine all ingredients evenly.
  7. Then place grated parmesan cheese and panko bread crumbs into small bowl.Form small balls with a 1 tablespoon size cookie scoop or your hands and a spoon with the folded. Once the ball is formed, roll each veggie tot in the grated cheese and bread crumb coating
  8. Place each veggie tot on the baking sheet, about 1/2 inch apart.Bake 12 minutes, until golden brownRemove from the oven, let cool for 2-3 minutes and enjoy!
Air Fryer Instructions
  1. Complete instructions 2-8 from the "Oven Instructions" section.
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 400ยฐF and set the time for 7 minutes.
  3. Once preheated, place food on the tray/basket making sure not crowd the tots. Spray the top of the tots with non-stick cooking spray.
  4. Close the air fryer and start the cooking. Halfway through, turn the tots over and spray the tops with non-stick cooking spray and finish the cooking.
  5. Note: you might have to cook the tots in batches.
Recipe Notes

May use fresh potatoes for this recipe instead of the ready to use russet potatoes.

Stuffed Baked Potatoes

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Stuffed baked potatoes are always a popular side dish, but have you thought about making a meal from them? These stuffed baked potatoes are filled with dairy, vegetables, and protein. Add this low-calorie recipe to your meal plan today!

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Stuffed Baked Potatoes
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  1. Pierce potatoes all over with a fork.
  2. Place in the microwave and cook on medium, turning twice, until potatoes are soft (about 15 minutes).
  3. Meanwhile, brown meat in skillet over medium-high heat, about 3 minutes.
  4. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  5. Increase to high heat, add broccoli and water to the pan, cover and cook until tender (about 3-4 minutes).
  6. Drain the broccoli and add to the meat.
  7. Carefully cut off top third of the cooked potatoes, scoop out the insides and put into a medium bowl.
  8. Place potato shells into a small baking dish.
  9. Add 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper to the potato insides and mash with a fork.
  10. Add the potato mixture to the broccoli and meat; stir to combine.
  11. Evenly divide the potato mixture among the potato shells and top with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese.
  12. Microwave on high or place potatoes under the broiler for about 2-4 minutes or until filling is hot and cheese is melted.
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Tossed Apple Salad

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Our tossed apple salad is a great way to combine crispy, delicious red apples and crunchy pecans for a fresh and simple-to-make four ingredient salad.


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  1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Toss and serve.
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