Wilted Spinach Salad


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Serves 4 Cook Time 40 minutes

Ingredients:
1 lb fresh spinach
3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp sugar substitute (Splenda)
1 tbsp vinegar
Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste

Directions:

  1. Fill a large pot with a lid water 1/4 of the way full. Bring it to a boil. Place a steamer basket in the pot (do not submerge into the water) and steam for 3-5 minutes, until just wilted. Remove and let it cool a little.
  2. Drain the spinach on paper towels, removing as much water as possible. Cut the spinach into large pieces and place in a serving bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the rest of the ingredients with a whisk. Pour over the cut spinach and mix well. Serve warm or chill it in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Info: calories 36.7, fat 1.4g, protein 3.2g, carbohydrates 3.9g, fiber 1.8g sodium 487.6mg

Recommended for patients on the Modified Profast (Fast and Flexible) Program,  Nutriplus (Balance Your Pyramid) Program or Maintenance Program.

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Grilled Pickles


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Use any variety of kosher, dill, or garlic pickles. Do not use sweet pickles.

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Makes 1 jar Time 3-4 minutes to 3-4 hours

Ingredients:
24 oz jar dill, kosher, or garlic pickles
1 small onion sliced thin
1 tsp olive oil

Directions:

  1. Drain the pickles and reserve the brine. Cut the pickles in half if they are not already. Pat them dry.
  2. In a large bowl mix the pickles, onions and olive oil together. Grill 4-5 minutes turning once over medium high heat. Add them back to the brine and serve or keep refrigerated for 3-4 days.

Recommended for patients on the Modified Profast (Fast and Flexible) Program,  Nutriplus (Balance Your Pyramid) Program or Maintenance Program.

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Roasted Okra


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Use fresh okra, not frozen for this recipe. Frozen okra is too high in its moisture content and the okra will not get crispy enough.

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Serves 4-6 Cook Time 20-30 minutes

Ingredients:
1 tsp olive oil
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 powdered garlic
1 lb fresh okra

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, place a sheet of parchment paper cut to fit the inside of the pan.
  2. Place dried okra in a bowl, add all the ingredients and toss gently with you hands. Spread the okra in a single layer and bake for 20-30 shaking the pan 2 or 3 times during the roasting process.

Nutrition Info: calories 38, fat 1.3g, protein 2.4g, carbohydrates 5.9g, fiber 3.2g sodium 152mg

 

Recommended for patients on the Modified Profast (Fast and Flexible) Program,  Nutriplus (Balance Your Pyramid) Program or Maintenance Program.

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