Salads

Spinach, White Bean and Quinoa Salad with Caramelized Onions, Blue Cheese Crumbles and Bacon “Lightly sautéed spinach and garlic, caramelized onions, crisp bacon bits, and tangy blue cheese crumbles are combined with fiber-rich (and gluten-free!) quinoa, and protein-packed beans for a filling side, or perfect for a light lunch!”

Chicken Edamame Couscous Salad “A blend of shredded white meat chicken, couscous, edamame, and scallions are combined with dried cranberries that complement the sweet and tangy dressing on this salad, while shredded carrots contribute a nice crunch! A heaping 2 cup serving for 544 calories or for a lighter lunch, 1 cup for 272 calories – perfect served over a bed of greens for a salad!”

Quinoa, Chickpea and Almond Salad with Roasted Scallion Dressing

“Fresh and summery, this chunky salad boasts super-food ingredients quinoa, bulgur, chickpeas and toasted almonds, all enhanced by the flavor of a roasted scallion and lemon dressing. Enjoy as a main dish, quick lunch, or atop greens for a satisfying salad.”

Quinoa and Black Bean Salad “Red quinoa, black beans, scallions, torn basil leaves, carrots and tomatoes are tossed in a lemon-Dijon dressing; perfect for a light lunch or served with grilled chicken or salmon for a main course.”

Cucumber, Avocado, and Dill Salad “Diced English cucumbers, avocado, Feta, lemon juice, salt, pepper and fresh dill are combined together for a yummy salad perfect as a side dish for dinner or for a light lunch!”

Scallion and Roasted Corn Quinoa Salad “This yummy vegan and gluten-free grain is perfect served chilled for a light lunch or as a main meal with the addition of some added tofu, roasted chickpeas or grilled chicken for added protein!”

Avocado/Black Bean Quinoa Salad “Fiber-rich quinoa is combined with heart-healthy avocado, protein-packed black beans, sliced strawberries and a cilantro-lime dressing – perfect served over a bed of lettuce for a light lunch or as a side dish to a main entree.”

Quinoa Salad with Apricot Dressing “Quinoa tossed in a homemade apricot dressing along with toasted walnuts, apples, pumpkin seeds, dried apricots and scallions for a perfect gluten-free, guilt-free side dish, light lunch (add some grilled chicken!), or hearty enough to have as a vegetarian entree with added nuts or tofu!”

Dairy- and Mayo-Free Chicken Salad “Shredded chicken, red grapes, red onions, toasted pecan pieces, diced celery, chopped apple, and mild green chilies are combined with a creamy, rich mock “mayo” made from a blend of coconut milk, cilantro, vinegar, lemon juice and various spices; perfect for anyone following a Paleo life-style or for someone who is dairy intolerant! Great for a grab and go lunch or for a light dinner served in lettuce leaves for an edible utensil. ”

Shredded Coconut/Turmeric Chicken “Whole roasted chicken is cooked in a coconut cream, onion, garlic, and turmeric marinade, and then shredded to perfection and combined with scallions, cilantro and coconut flakes; perfect for a grab-and-go lunch for an easy chicken salad, or piled high on your dinner plate for a main meal.”

Grilled Mediterranean Chicken & Quinoa Salad “Quinoa, cubed chicken breast, grape tomatoes, Feta cheese, cucumber, oregano, rosemary, and Kalamata olives tossed in a light lemon/oil dressing; either 1.5 cups for 270 calories per serving or 2 cups at 360 calories per serving.”

Curried Tofu Salad “Plump raisins, tofu, fresh parsley, toasted pumpkin seeds tossed in a curry-infused vegan mayo, perfect for a light lunch!”

Kale & Quinoa Salad “Quinoa, torn/wilted kale, shredded carrots, celery, fresh torn basil leaves, parsley, toasted almonds and dried cranberries are combined and topped with a sprinkle of tangy Feta cheese! Perfect as side dish, or with some added protein, a light meal!”

Buffalo Chickpea Salad “Garbanzo beans are combined with buffalo sauce, mayo/Greek yogurt (vegan mayo, and no yogurt upon request, to keep this vegan) diced celery and blue cheese crumbles (can be omitted for vegan) make for a meat-free alternative to buffalo chicken dip, perfect to serve with chips or healthy enough to serve as a sandwich for a yummy lunch.”

Avocado, Cucumber Egg Salad “A simple, mayo-free salad of hard boiled eggs, diced English cucumbers, minced red onion, and an avocado mayo; perfect served on crackers or between two slices of bread!”

Peanut and Kale Salad “For my vegan buddies: kale and peanut salad tossed with a peanut/tahini dressing. Perfect for a light lunch, or if you were to add some vegetarian protein such as beans, tofu, or tempeh you would have a complete meal!”

Sandwiches/Wraps

Cherry Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps “Teriyaki marinated chicken is finely shredded then combined with sun dried cherries, shredded carrots, scallions, toasted slivered almonds and a rice vinegar dressing, served in Boston lettuce leaves; perfect as a grab and go meal for lunch or a light dinner!”

Curried Chicken, Chickpea and Quinoa Lettuce Wraps “Quinoa, shredded chicken, chickpeas, plump raisins, and red onions are tossed in a curry-cumin and ginger infused tomato dressing and served in crisp lettuce “cups” perfect for a grab-and-go lunch or light dinner!”

Turmeric Turkey and Avocado Toast “A delicious and nutritious lunch or light dinner! Lean ground turkey is cooked with a drizzle of olive oil, diced onions, garlic, cumin, cilantro, a pinch of cayenne and a generous amount of healing turmeric; serve this yummy mixture over a slice of Chef Angela low carb/gluten-free/Paleo-friendly Keto bread smeared with fresh, smashed avocado and cracked black pepper.”

BBQ Pulled Pork “Pork shoulder is slow cooked for up to 10 hours in a smoky soda pop spiked BBQ sauce, and shredded into the most tender pork you may ever eat! Great for quick sandwich for lunch or piled high onto a dinner plate for a main entrée.”

Buffalo Chicken Egg “Muffins” “These low carb and protein-packed bad boys are great for a quick lunch or can even double as a savory breakfast quiche! Eggs, garlic, Buffalo sauce, scallions and shredded chicken are combined together and baked in individual ramekins, for single serving quiches that taste like you are eating Buffalo wings!”

Lighter Sloppy Joes “Chef Annie replaces half the meat with nutty, hearty chickpeas, saving calories and saturated fats! While many versions of sloppy joes are very sweet, this version has just a touch of brown sugar and is perfect served on a whole wheat bun with bread-and-butter pickles; each serving is only 323 calories (including a light, whole-wheat bun)!”

Cobb Salad Chicken Wraps “Shredded chicken, blue cheese and bacon in a ranch-style mayo, just 317 calories for one wrap.”

Entrees

No-Noodles Butternut Squash Lasagna Cups “Thin slices of butternut squash are layered in muffin tins and filled with layers of spinach, ricotta, sage-infused white sauce and Fontina cheese, costing only 182 calories, 11 grams of carbs and 12 grams of fat; plus, the portable little cups are great to bring to work for lunch!