Shrimp is a rich source of copper and selenium, among other crucial minerals. Mango supplies vitamins A, B6 and C. And combining the two lets you get these nutrients in an absolutely deli...
One way to kick the flavor of vegetables into high gear is to employ umami, a taste that makes food "can’t-stop-eating-it incredible," raves Raquel Pelzel, author of Umami Bomb (Workman)....
Honey helps sweeten the rhubarb in this recipe, the red, tart stalks of which are generally handled more as a dessert than a vegetable.1 lb fresh rhubarb stalks (leaves removed), washed a...
No matter what eating plan you follow, calories still count—especially if you’re trying to maintain or lose weight. A moderately active woman over 50 needs, on average, about 1800 calorie...
Bananas are a mineral goldmine, supplying significant amounts of magnesium, potassium and manganese as well as vitamins B6 and C. They are also carb-dense, although a bit of that carb is ...
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day! That's why these muffins are packed with nutrients to keep you fueled throughout the morning. They also contain the fiber you need to main...
Hempseeds form the basis for these delicious, plant-based burgers (along with black beans and brown rice). Less well known than the hemp plant's more notable offerings, hempseeds provide ...
Making your own pickles and other ferments is easier than you think. Fermented foods not only enliven your dinner table but also provide healthful microbes known as probiotics. In additio...
Looking for a dinner that will satisfy your taste buds even as it helps your heart? Try putting the following recipes—including a salad, a side and an entree—on the same cardio-friendly m...
Want to give your love a sweet-but-healthy chocolate treat on Valentine’s Day...or any day, for that matter? This mousse is 100% Paleo, gluten-free and vegan (and provides minerals such a...
One of the hottest trends in fine dining today is the use of microgreens, plants sporting their first true leaves that are between the sprout and baby green stages of growth. "Microgreens...
This recipe supplies vitamin C and fiber in a delicious, easy-to-prepare side dish. Serve it with broiled salmon (or any other fatty fish, such as mackerel) and warm whole-wheat bread for...