How many times can a kid eat chicken nuggets or fish sticks for lunch? I know a lot of kids would be happy with them day after day, but there are other healthy and yummy options out there. Would you believe that my 7-year old son now eats cucumber-avocado rolls and chicken wraps for lunch? Proof: the photo above!
Here are some tips for packing a lunch that will tease your kids’ taste buds.
From this week’s nutrition headlines: Millions of kids seriously lack vitamin D, specialty drinks are the newest fast-food trend and Japanese women are guzzling collagen in hopes of staying young. Weird, right?
Growing up in Texas, I developed a taste for tacos at a young age. But I’m pretty picky about my Mexican food, and I haven’t found anything to satisfy my cravings since moving north of the Red River for college. When this recipe came through my inbox from Food Network’s Recipe of the Day newsletter, I knew I had to try it. Fresh tomato salsa and lean chicken replace the loads of cheese that fatten up the average taco. Best of all, you can adjust the level of spice to suit your taste. (I like it hot!)
In my house, we usually stick to tuna or egg salad, but once in a while, we’ll have chicken salad for a change. But watch out, not all chicken salads are healthy eats. Find out the common pitfalls and how to bring on some special flavors that everyone will love.
Satay is one of my favorite appetizers — and so easy to make, too! The lean chicken provides energizing B-vitamins and protein, while the dipping sauce’s peanut butter adds even more protein without cholesterol. Serve leftovers over mixed greens for lunch or a light dinner.
From this week’s headlines: the lack of physical education in schools, answers to common food mysteries and how to eat a healthier “deskfast.”
Who doesn’t love the savory crunch of fried foods? Sadly, the greasy aftertaste, stomachache and fat overload often leave me wanting to break up. With a few tweaks, you can still make lighter versions of your favorites.
Grilling is one of the lightest ways to cook, but to keep it that way, you want to pick leaner meats. Find out which cuts to look for.
Tired of plain old chicken breast? Dress up shredded chicken with a sweet-and-tangy sauce and then pile it high with pickles for a quick mid-week meal or a weekend picnic.
Garlic, lemon and orange infuse this chicken with colossal flavor. Roasting a whole chicken might sound daunting, but make it for dinner on a Sunday night and have leftovers for lunch all week.
Cheese from breast milk :(