Healthy December Recipes

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Easy Turkey Kebabs
Here’s a great recipe for a busy weeknight dinner. Ground turkey breast is mixed Mediterranean spices to create flavorful, protein-packed kebabs. Serve with salad and vegetables and a side of plain Greek yogurt.

Servings: 4

Here’s what you need:

  • 1 1/2 pounds turkey breast, de-boned, trimmed of skin and cut into thin strips
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup almond meal (more if needed)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • dash of salt (optional)
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
  1. In a food processor, blend the turkey strips until ground. Add the remaining ingredients and pulse until well blended.
  2. Pre-heat your grill or grill pan.
  3. Lightly grease your hands, then press the meat into the wooden skewers until it covers about 3-4 inches in an elongated meatball shape. If the meat is not sticking then add some more almond meal.
  4. Grill for about 8 minutes per side.

Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 254 calories, 8g fat, 156mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate, 1g fiber, and 47g protein

Festive Hummus (Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil)
While the red and green speckles give this homemade hummus a jolly look, it’s the taste that makes it unforgettable. This dip makes the perfect party take-along. Serve it up with whole grain pita bread or fresh cut veggie sticks.

Servings: 12

Here’s what you need:

  • 1 (15 oz) can garbanzo beans
  • 1 Tablespoons tahini
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 Tablespoon water
  • 2 garlic cloves, mashed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 4 sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup basil leaves
  1. Throw all the ingredients into a food processor and combine until smooth.

Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 75 calories, 2g fat, 11g carbohydrate, 3g fiber, and 3g protein.

South-Of-The-Border Chicken & Rice Soup
A bowl of this homemade soup is a wonderful meal to enjoy during the holidays. It’s low carb and filled with protein and veggies to power your day and curb your cravings. Best of all it’s made in the slow cooker, so preparation is quick and easy.

Servings: 8

Here’s what you need:

  • 2 organic, free range chicken breasts
  • 1 (28oz) can diced, fire roasted tomatoes
  • 1 (4oz) can green chiles, chopped
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 head cauliflower, shredded
  • 32 oz organic, free range chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • dash of sea salt and pepper
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 avocados
  • Tajin seasoning for garnish
  1. Combine all of the ingredients, except the cilantro, avocado and tajin, in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 3 hours.
  2. Remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker. Shred with a fork and then return to the slow cooker.
  3. Garnish each bowl with a sprinkle of cilantro, a few slices of avocado and a dash of tajin. Enjoy!

Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 178 calories, 11g fat, 414mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate, 6g fiber, and 25g protein.

Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Here’s a great snack or appetizer to share with friends and family during holiday festivities. The nitrate-free bacon and scallops contain healthy protein that will provide usable nutrients for your day. To keep on track with your diet, stay away from appetizers that are fried or filled with carbohydrates.

Servings: 12

Here’s what you need:

  • 4 Tablespoons coconut oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • dash of sweet paprika
  • dash of salt and pepper
  • 6 slices nitrate free bacon, cut in half lengthwise
  • 12 fresh scallops
  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a baking sheet with coconut oil, set aside.
  2. Over very low heat, in a small saucepan, melt the coconut oil. Remove from heat and pour into a small bowl. Add the garlic, paprika, salt and pepper.
  3. Dip each scallop in the seasoned coconut oil, the wrap with bacon and secure with a toothpick. Place on prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 15 minutes or until the scallops are cooked through and the bacon is crisp.
  5. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 92 calories, 7g fat, 133mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate, 0g fiber, and 7g protein

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