brought to you by epicurious.com and NutritionData.com Calories 310; Total Fat 18g; Carbohydrates 8g Start the week off right with a quick and healthy stir-fry. Napa cabbage is a great source of vitamins A and C plus zinc, all of which help fortify the immune system. Serve with brown rice, or skip the rice for a low-carb meal.
brought to you by epicurious.com and NutritionData.com Calories 163; Total Fat 8g; Carbohydrates 19g Serve a cup of this aromatic, low-calorie soup as a first course to take the edge off your appetite, or make a light meal of a larger bowl, along with a salad with protein-rich nuts (such as Mixed Green Salad with Mango, Jicama, and Cashews ) and rustic bread. Both ginger and curry powder are powerful anti-inflammatories, which can help keep your heart healthy and your joints pain-free
brought to you by epicurious.com and NutritionData.com Calories 118; Total Fat 7g; Carbohydrates 11g Here’s a stunning and tasty dish that uses the colorful and nutrient-packed center ribs of rainbow chard, a part of the vegetable that often gets tossed out. The brightly colored stems are rich in carotenoids, members of the vitamin A family.
brought to you by epicurious.com and NutritionData.com Calories 385; Total Fat 24g; Carbohydrates 29g A frittata—the omelet’s Italian cousin—is a quick but elegant one-skillet meal. Eggs are a great source of high-quality protein, and the latest research suggests that eating them is unlikely to raise your cholesterol. Artichokes are packed with fiber (which can help lower your cholesterol) and a host of other vitamins and minerals
brought to you by epicurious.com and NutritionData.com Calories 309; Total Fat 17g; Carbohydrates 7g Harissa, a thick Tunisian hot sauce, adds exotic flavor and an antioxidant punch to this quick and easy grilled fish dish.
brought to you by epicurious.com and NutritionData.com Calories 157; Total Fat 12g; Carbohydrates 9g Perfect as a side or a main dish, this colorful and superspeedy salad provides 12 percent of your daily protein needs. Spinach is a great source of vitamin K, which is necessary for strong bones
brought to you by epicurious.com and NutritionData.com Calories 416; Total Fat 23g; Carbohydrates 27g Mix up your normal routine by having breakfast for dinner. This protein-packed dish is easy to whip up after a busy workweek. Concerned about the cholesterol content in this dish
brought to you by epicurious.com and NutritionData.com Calories 374; Total Fat 24g; Carbohydrates 23g Lamb is a great alternative to chicken or beef if you are looking to shake up your dinner routine. This dish in particular is low in refined carbohydrates and rich in satisfying protein. The cinnamon used to coat the lamb adds a sweet but pungent punch and may be beneficial to those who are pre-diabetic or have Type II diabetes
brought to you by epicurious.com and NutritionData.com Calories 301; Total Fat 19g; Carbohydrates 11g Shrimp, scallions, and mushrooms are lightly cooked with eggs and then topped with a rich-tasting brown sauce for a delicious Asian take on the frittata. Don’t be alarmed by the cholesterol count from this dish: The latest research suggests that eating cholesterol-rich foods like eggs and shrimp is unlikely to contribute to high cholesterol levels. Both are great sources of protein and the antioxidant mineral selenium.
brought to you by epicurious.com and NutritionData.com Calories 656; Total Fat 20g; Carbohydrates 96g This hearty and satisfying pasta dish is low in sodium and cholesterol, and the clams provide plenty of protein, iron, B12, manganese, and selenium. Red pepper flakes punch up the flavor and give the dish an anti-inflammatory boost as well. A crisp green salad completes the meal.