However you feel about the year that just passed, theres no denying it brought us some great food.
Need more inspiration to get you fired up about cooking?
Take a look at the 10 most popular healthy recipes to appear on Everyday Health in the past year.
This kebab recipe is a perfect example of a fast weeknight dinner starring seafood.
Plus, it cooks quickly, so its a great fast meal when youre in a hurry.
Divide shrimp evenly among 6 skewers.
Add shrimp skewers to the plastic bag and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Lightly oil grill and preheat to medium.
Grill shrimp, with grill covered, and cook until opaque, about 2 minutes per side.
But bottled dressings are often high in fat, sodium, and added sugars, according toMedlinePlus.
Making your own allows you to control those nutrients, and even swap them for better ones.
As a bonus, the Greek yogurt adds a natural tang to your dish.
In a blender, combine Greek yogurt, herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Blend until smooth, about 30 seconds.
Serve over a salad or as a dip.
Serving size3 tbsp
8.
A Heart-Healthy Chocolate Dessert
Avocados arent just for breakfast anymore!
We cant think of a better way to satisfy a chocolate craving.
Chocolate Avocado Ice Cream
Avocadosin ice cream?!
A bonus: Avocados contain fiber at 10 grams (g) per fruit, per theU.S.
Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Puree all ingredients in a blender until smooth.
Place mixture in an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer directions.
Serving size23 cup
7.
This clever carrot bacon allows you to enjoy the texture and flavor of bacon without those harmful preservatives.
Thoroughly wash the carrots and trim the ends.
Using a wide peeler, peel long, thick strips from each carrot.
In a flat bowl or baking dish, stir together the remaining ingredients.
Place the carrot strips on the rack in a single layer.
Bake until carrots darken slightly, but do not burn, about 7 to 10 minutes.
Watch carefully as ovens will vary.
Serving sizeAbout 8 strips
6.
Sweet Potato Latkes
Potato latkes (aka fried potato pancakes) are a Hanukkah staple.
Unfortunately, the oil used to cook them adds a lot of calories.
In this recipe, only a small amount of olive oil is used.
Since olive oil is composed of mostly heart-healthy monounsaturated fats (according to theHarvard T.H.
Place a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add oil.
Once oil is hot, add sweet potato mixture 2 tbsp at a time.
Use a spatula to flatten each latke into a patty about 12 inch thick.
Cook until golden brown, about 112 minutes, then flip and cook another 112 minutes.
Use a spatula to carefully move latkes to a paper-towel-lined plate.
Serve with sour cream orhomemade applesauce, as desired.
Simple to make and delicious to enjoy, this vegan bacon is sure to be a hit!
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Using a sharp knife or pair of kitchen shears, cut rice paper into strips about 1 inch thick.
In a large bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients.
Soak each slice of rice paper in marinade for 15 to 20 seconds per side.
Transfer rice paper strips to the prepared baking sheet and arrange in a single layer.
Bake until crisp, about 5 to 7 minutes.
It will be plenty flavorful!
It also delivers a hit of gut-friendly probiotics and vitamin A, which you wont get from most beverages.
Plus, this refreshing drink is packed with fluid and will help you hit your hydration goal.
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend on high until completely smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes.
Serving size1 12 cups
3.
Watermelon Strawberry Basil Slushie
Basil does not just belong on pizza.
These pigmentshave been shownto support eye health, among other things.
Add all ingredients to a blender and blend on high until smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes.
Serving size1 cup
2.
Blend until smooth, about 1 minute.
Use a spatula or spoon to fold in the chocolate chips.
Serve immediately or freeze until serving.
Just mix and enjoy!
Place cottage cheese in a blender or food processor and blend until completely smooth, about 1 minute.
Stir until well combined.
Top with chocolate chips before serving.
