Mozzarella & Caprese Cheese Sandwich

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 Cup of Mozzarella Cheese

2 Tablespoons Prepared Pesto

4 Slices of Wheat Bread

1 1/2 Tablespoons of Extra-Virgin Olive Oil

8 Slices of Tomato Sprinkled with a Tiny Bit of Salt & Pepper

DIRECTIONS

1. Mix Cheese & Pesto in a Bowl.  Spread on the Bread.  Brush both sides of Bread with Oil.  Put on pan & cook at a low temperature.

2. Cook until the cheese is melted.  Serve hot.

This Grilled Cheese Sandwich is perfect for a quick meal.  This is  excellent for Lunch or Dinner.  Very, very yummy!  You better believe that this recipe is Awesome!  Always look forward to this absolutely great meal!! Such a budget friendly entrée- as well!  Great for all ages- including kids.  Enjoy your summer & Have a blast!!

 

Non-Fat Yogurt Cup with Cucumber & Honey

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 Shredded Cucumber

1/2 Teaspoon Salt

6 Ounces Non-Fat Greek Yogurt

1 Teaspoon Honey

1 Teaspoon Chopped Fresh Mint

1/2 Teaspoon Lime Juice

1 Ounce Granola

DIRECTIONS

  1. Sprinkle Cucumber with Salt & let it sit for 4-5 minutes.  Drain as much liquid (with paper towel) as possible.  Discard all of the juices
  2. Mix yogurt, mint, cucumber, honey and lime juice in a bowl.
  3. Add granola and serve this amazing yogurt.

Such a great flavor to this yogurt! Extremely delicious!   Weight Cliquers- small changes can make a tremendous difference! The best time for new beginnings is now.  Keep working hard to have a good diet! Keep developing a healthy lifestyle.  I hope you love this recipe! Thank you!!

Cheers,

Gina

 

Special Orange Salad

INGREDIENTS

1 Large Navel Orange

1 1/2 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

2 Tablespoon Vinegar

1/4 Teaspoon Salt

1/2 Cup Sliced Red Onion

1 Shaved Cucumber

1 Shaved Carrott

DIRECTIONS

  1. Section & Peel Orange.  Squeeze over a bowl to extract all of the juice.
  2. Add the other ingredients & toss.

Weight Cliquers- Be certain to eat for the body you want.. not the body you have! Remember.. you don’t have to eat less- you have to eat right!  Start today by making the healthier choice.  Time to make time yourself!  Such a delicious & healthy salad!!

Cheers,

Gina

Awesome Spring Salad

INGREDIENTS

1/2 Pound Asparagus

1 1/2 Cup Shredded Green Cabbage

1 Cup Radish Greens

1/2 Cup thinly sliced Red Onion

1 Cup Snow Peas

2 Tablespoons of Honey

1/2 Teaspoon Kosher Salt

1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper

DIRECTIONS

  1. Heat a Medium Skillet over Medium High.  Place asparagus spears in pan & add water to completely cover.  Let it cook & simmer for 4 minutes, until tender. Cut & Drain into thirds & set aside.
  2. Place all of the greens in a bowl.  Toss & mix.  In separate bowl – combine the remaining ingredients.  Stir carefully.  Combine all of the ingredients.

Weight Cliquers- I can guarantee you that you will fall in love with this wonderful salad.  Remember, success starts with self-discipline.  It is your choice to be healthy.  Continue to work on yourself.  Once you control your mind- you can conquer anything.  Keep aiming to improve yourself & strive for progress! Enjoy this super salad!

Cheers,

Gina

Almond, Feta & Cucumber Salad Mixture

INGREDIENTS

3 1/2 Cups of Lettuce

2 Cups of Diced Cucumber

1/2 Cup of Walnuts

2 1/2 Cups of Feta Cheese Crumbled

2 Tablespoons of Chopped Dill

1 1/2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil

1 1/2 Tablespoons of White Vinegar

1 1/2 Teaspoon of Dijon Mustard

1/2 Teaspoon of Salt

1/2 Teaspoon of Pepper

DIRECTIONS

Mix Lettuce, Cucumber, Almonds & Feta in a Bowl.  Combine the remaining ingredients in a small bowl and mix.  Add this amazing mixture to the lettuce – Toss & Enjoy every Bite!

Wow! What a great Salad & so very simple to make. Very delicious- to say the least!  Start saying to yourself that you will begin to cook healthier.  Believe that you can do anything… & you are halfway there!  May you fall in love with this incredible salad- like I did! Enjoy the rest of your Spring! Take Care! XO.

Cheers,

Gina

 

Walnut, Lemon, Goat Cheese & Beet Salad

INGREDIENTS

1 Teaspoon of Sugar

2 Small Lemons, Peeled and Cut in Sections

4 Medium Beets, Roasted and Properly Peeled

1/4 Cup of Parsley Leaves

1/2 Cup of Walnuts

1 1/2 Ounces of Crumbled Goat Cheese

1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil

1/2 Teaspoon of Sea Salt

1/2 Teaspoon of Black Pepper

DIRECTIONS

1. Mix Lemons and Sugar in a bowl and let it sit for 45 minutes.  Remove Lemon in a bowl with a slotted  spoon.

2. Slice Beets (as thin as you can)Arrange lemon segments, parsley & beet slices on a medium platter.  Drizzle goat cheese and walnuts.  Sprinkle oil as well as the salt and pepper.

What a sensational salad!?  Very, very simple to make & this can be eaten for Lunch or Dinner.  This Salad will no longer make you feel tempted!  Weight Cliquers, you will only fail if you give up on yourself!  Stop Wishing & Start Doing!  Wishing you a remarkable day!! Enjoy this fabulous salad! The perfect mixture of food!!

Cheers,

Gina

Chicken with Olives & Tomatoes Entree

INGREDIENTS

4-5 Boneless Chicken Breasts

1 1/2 Cherry tomatoes

3-4 Tablespoons oil & vinegar dressing

15-20 Olives

1/2 cup Feta Cheese

DIRECTIONS

Prepare your oven medium heat. Sprinkle salt & pepper evenly on chicken. Combine tomatoes, dressing and olives in medium skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes or until tomatoes soften. Brush chicken with dressing. Top each chicken with cup tomatoes. Sprinkle each chicken with cheese & basil leaves.

This Recipe is a story that ends as a excellent meal for you and your family! Keep calm and stay cooking- Weight Cliquers! Truly, this the greatest recipe.. ever! So very delicious! I loved baking this awesome meal & I am certain that you will- as well!

Cheers,

Gina

 

Carmelized Cabbage with Whole-Wheat Penne and Provolone Entree

INGREDIENTS

5-6 Ounces of uncooked whole-wheat penne

2 1/2 Teaspoons of Olive Oil

2 Garlic Cloves Thinly Sliced

6 Cups Chopped Green Cabbage

1/2 Teaspoon Salt

1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper

1 Fresno Chile Thinly Sliced

2 Teaspoons Grated Lemon Rind

3 Ounces Provolone Cheese – Shredded and Divided

1 Tablespoon Fresh Thyme Leaves

DIRECTIONS

1. Bring a large sauce pan filled with water to a boil. Add pasta, cook 8-9 minutes. Drain in a colander over a bowl.

2. Heat large skillet over medium heat. Add oil, swirl to coat. Add garlic to pan, saute 30 seconds or until beginning to brown. Remove garlic from pan with a spoon, set aside. Increase heat to medium-high. Add cabbage to pan, cook 6 minutes or until brown and tender, stir occasionally. Stir in salt, black pepper and chile, cook 2 minutes. Stir in pasta, reserve 1/4 cup pasta liquid, and garlic. Stir in 1.5 ounces of cheese. Divide pasta mixture among 4 bowls. Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1.5 ounces cheese and thyme.

What a great recipe! This is so very easy to prepare. Now- you can see what the buzz is all about with this special entrée. It is time to discover new ways to work with your favorite main ingredient meal. This recipe is a delight to enjoy for dinner. Enjoy every moment of feeling satisfied & fulfilled!

Cheers,

Gina

Zucchini & Onion Dish

INGREDIENTS

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil

1 1/2 Large Onion Thinly Sliced

1 Tablespoon Tomato Paste

2 Teaspoons Grated Lemon

1 Teaspoon Fresh Thyme Leaves

3/8 Teaspoon Salt

1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper

1 1/2 Pounds of Zucchini Diagonally Sliced

1 Cup of Grated Parmesan Cheese

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 Tablespoon oil to pan, swirl to coat. Add onion, cook for approx. 6 minutes, stir often. Add tomato paste, cook 2 min. Add thyme, 1/8 teaspoon salt & pepper and cook for 2 minutes.

2. Pre-heat broiler to medium-high.

3. Arrange Zucchini on pan. Sprinkle 1 Teaspoon of oil. Broil for about 7 minutes. Drizzle the rest of salt.

4. Pre-heat oven to 375 Degree’s.

5. Spread mixture on Dish. Arrange Zucchini over onion mixture.

6. Pre-heat Broiler to high.

7. Uncover Zucchini & Broil for almost 2 minutes- until lightly browned.

Do you love to cook? This is your best dish! Be creative with food this summer. You need this entrée in your life… Keep discovering clever ways of cooking.  Start creating memorable family meals for easy, in-season suppers. Enjoy this entrée! Happy, Happy Summer, Weight Cliquers!

Cheers,

Gina

 

Grilled Salmon & Special Cucumber Yogurt

INGREDIENTS

1 cup low-fat yogurt

1 1/2 teaspoon dried dill

1 1/2 salmon filet

Cut in 4 pieces

salt and pepper

DIRECTIONS

1. In a regular bowl, combine cucumbers, yogurt, garlic and dill. Mix well. Cover and refrigerate for over 15 minutes.

2. Pre-heat grill for medium- high. Sprinkle salmon with salt and pepper. Cook salmon, skin side down for 4-5 minutes. Use a spatula to flip salmon. Grill until opaque for another 5-6 minutes.

3. Properly season cucumber with salt & pepper. Serve on a plate with cucumber-yogurt salad.

Wow- This is truly a quick, healthy and nutritious recipe.  Get your day started right and keep your energy levels high!  Certainly, this dish will fuel your body.  This entrée is high in protein and will help your body stay strong.  Eating right takes a little work, however it is worth every bite!

Cheers,

Gina