Our best light summer recipes - 6 recipes
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healthy cherry tomato tart
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By european cutie, European Cutie
So yesterday I went to my friend's garden and got a TON of cherry tomatoes
- 1 c all-purpose flour
- 1/2 c whole wheat flour
- pinch of salt
- 1 t dried Italian seasoning
- 5 T unsalted butter, fat free! cold and cut into cubes
- 2 T shortening, cold and cut into cubes
- 1/2 c skim milk
- 2 1/2 pints heirloom cherry tomatoes
- 2 T fresh basil, cut into chiffonade (thin strips)
- 1 T evoo (extra virgin olive oil)
5 Ways to Cook Cherries
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CHERRY season is in full swing! Here are just a few ways to cook your new favorite fruit.
Greek chicken "Kota Riganati"
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By european cutie, European Cutie
This recipe is Greek, healthy and full of flavor! You could also try grilling this on the BBQ for a great summer ma...
- 1 whole chicken (3 to 4 pounds) with neck and giblets removed
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- Greek Marinade ( see recipe below)
- Oil for the grill rack
WARNING: Nuts recalled from USA shelves.
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(June 15, 2017) Recall due to possible LISTERIA CONTAMINATION
Healthy Greek Kabobs
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By european cutie, European Cutie
So I love grilled foods in the summertime, why not keep it healthy but still savory? These Greek Kabobs are great!
- 24 grape or small cherry tomatoes
- 3 ounces feta cheese, cut into 12 (1/2-inch) cubes
- 12 pitted kalamata olives
- 1/2 small red or sweet onion, cut into 12 (1/2-inch) pieces
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano leaves
- Special equipment: 12 (6-inch) bamboo or wood skewers
Mama's Broccoli Salad
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By european cuties kitchen, European Cutie's Kitchen
When I was growing up I remember my mama making this delicious broccoli salad, it's the perfect summer salad, I wil
- 4 1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6-8 turkey bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 - 1 tsp. minced red onion {to taste}
- 1/2 cup light mayonnaise
- 3 tbs. vinegar
- 2 tbs. sugar or Splenda
Drinks That Don't Attract Wasps, And Other Essential Picnic Tips
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When it comes to the perfect pincic, the devil is in the details...
Summer Squash Frittata
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By Karey @ Nutty About Health, Nutty About Health
This is a healthy frittata that I made using yellow summer squash, zucchini, onion and tomato
- 266 g Zucchini
- 1/2 cup Diced Onions
- 1 cup Plum Tomato
- 184 g Yellow Squash- 100g
- 1 tbsp Organic Sunflower Oil
- 3 cups 100% Egg Whites
- 1 cup Fat Free Shredded Mozzerella
- 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper
- 1/4 tsp Sea Salt
- 1/2 tsp Tomato Basil Garlic Seasoning Mix
WATERMELON GAZPACHO
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By chanel.sk
This is such a fresh healthy soup
- 1 can crushed tomatoes plus liquid
- 1 Serrano chili
- 1 seedless watermelon, divided and chopped
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp dried dill
- 2 tsp pepper
- 2 tsp celery salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- Feta crumbled, to taste, garnish
- Green onion, sliced, to taste, garnish
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