Smoked Wild Salmon on the Stovetop Smoker
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Fish and Seafood Dishes, Healthy Recipes
Yield: 2-4 servings This recipe created by Alison Anton was published in Natural Solutions magazine. What fish lover doesn’t love smoked salmon? Make it at home with a smoker that fits right on top of the stove. It can be purchased online for under $40. Choose wild Alaskan salmon for health and sustainability. 1 tablespoon [...]
Agave Popcorn Balls
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Desserts, Grains and Legumes, Healthy Recipes, Holiday Foods
FROM SNACKS (DL) Yield: 16-20 bite-sized balls Sorry… No secret toy surprise with these healthy Crackerjack TM imitations—the reward comes from a deliciously sweet treat with no refined sugar, butter or artificial ingredients. 6 cups popped corn (about 1/4 cup un-popped) 2/3 cup chopped almonds 1/4 cup grain sweetened chocolate chips (optional) 1/4 cup agave [...]
Roasted Yam and Onion Dip
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Healthy Recipes, Sauces, Side Dishes
FROM SNACKS (DL) Yield: about 1 1/2 cups A rich and roasted melding of “creamed” yams, onions and garlic to make a perfect all-season dip for veggies, crackers or crusty whole grain bread. 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus another 1 tablespoon for blending 2 medium yams, halved length-wise, skins on 1 yellow onion, halved, skins [...]
Chicken Nugget Dippers
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Chicken and Poultry Dishes, Healthy Recipes
FROM SNACKS (DL) Yield: 4-6 servings Who says comfort food can’t be healthy food? These tasty dippers make perfect lunchbox stuffers or high-protein after school snacks. Any dip will do: try Thai peanut sauce, ketchup and mayo, Asian dipping sauce, or even fruit preserves. 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/2 cup whole wheat pasty flour [...]
No-Bake Apple Butter Pecan Bars
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Desserts, Healthy Recipes
FROM SNCAKS (DL) Yield: 12-16 bars High in protein, fiber and complex carbohydrates, these sweet treats make a perfect afternoon pick-me-up but are healthy to eat even for breakfast. You can find oat flour in the bulk or baking section of your local natural foods market. 2 cups pecans 1 cup oat flour 1/4 cup [...]
Oatmeal Schoolhouse Cookies
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Desserts, Grains and Legumes, Healthy Recipes
FROM GF (DL) Yield: about 2 dozen cookies No too crisp and not too soft, these GF favorites make perfect lunchbox stuffers or comforting after school treats. Oats are often contaminated with wheat during processing. Buy GF oats when you can. 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup [...]
Vegetable Potstickers (gyozas)
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Side Dishes, Vegetarian/Vegan Dishes
Yield: 40 dumplings JAPANESE FORMULA 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons mirin (rice wine) 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1-2 tablespoons garlic-ginger paste (see note) or 2 teaspoons each fresh minced garlic and ginger 2 scallions, thinly sliced 3 tablespoons minced cilantro 2 teaspoons sugar VEGETABLES 1 1/2 cups finely chopped Napa cabbage 1/2 small-medium [...]
Thai Peanut Sauce
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Sauces
This favorite Thai sauce can be used as a dip for summer rolls, as a sauce for rice noodles, or as a marinade for chicken or tofu satay. The sauce can be heated to mellow the flavors, or left uncooked for zing. THAI FORMULA 1 tablespoon garlic-ginger paste (see note) or use 2 teaspoons each [...]
