With everything going on right now, it is essential that we keep our immune system as strong as possible. How do we do that? You can start by cooking healthy meals to ensure that you are getting the necessary nutrients that your body needs! Next time you visit the grocery store, make sure you stock up on these fresh ingredients because we’ve compiled a list of five recipes that will keep you fit and healthy while you quarantine!
1) Cauliflower Sausage Soup
Preparation Time: 30 Minutes
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 12 oz. mild Italian sausage, removed from casing
- 3 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups cauliflower florets, about 1 1/4 pounds
- 1 (32 oz.) carton chicken broth
- 1 cup half and half
- 4 cups chopped curly kale
- Kosher salt and fresh black pepper
- Red pepper flakes, for serving, optional
2) Crispy Cilantro Lime Chicken
Preparation Time: 45 Minutes
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice (Juice of 2 limes)
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon red chili (or pepper) flakes
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 6 bone-in skin-on (or off) chicken thighs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves to serve
- Lime slices or wedges to serve
3) Breakfast Burritos
Preparation Time: 38 Minutes
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons canola oil
- 1/2 small red onion, diced (1 cup)
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 1 cup drained, rinsed canned black beans, preferably low-sodium
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 4 eggs and 4 egg whites
- 1/3 cup (about 1 1/2 ounce) shredded pepper Jack cheese
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 4 (10 inch) whole wheat tortillas (burrito size)
- 1/4 cup reduced fat-free sour cream or 2 percent plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1 large tomato, (4 ounces) seeded and diced
- 1 small avocado (4 ounces), cubed
- Hot sauce
4) Chicken Avocado Roll-Ups
Preparation Time: 20 Minutes
Ingredients
- 2 avocados, cubed
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 c. Shredded chicken
- 1 bell peppers, seeds and cores removed, chopped
- 1/2 small red onion, chopped
- 1/2 c. Shredded Monterey Jack
- 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar
- 2 tbsp. sour cream
- 2 tbsp. finely chopped chives
- 4 large flour tortilla
5) Roasted Cauliflower Pizza
Preparation Time: 45 Minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. pizza dough
- 1/2 medium head (about 1 lb) cauliflower (thinly sliced)
- 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 c. fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 4 oz. (about 1 3/4 cups) gruyère cheese (coarsely grated)
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1/2 tsp. salt
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