Mango Orange Smoothie

Mango Orange Strawberry Smoothie is packed with vitamin C. Vitamin C is good for our mucus membranes and fighting cold and flu. Mango and Orange are bright, complementary flavors that make this smoothie a family favorite.

3 fresh oranges, squeezed
1 cup frozen or fresh mangoes (seeded and peeled)
1 cup frozen strawberrries
1 banana

1. Combine all ingredients in blender and puree.

Serves 4

Satuted Zucchini

Sauted Zucchini is a lovely, mild side dish which pairs well with chicken, fish, and beef.

1 Tbls. olive oil
1 Tbls. butter
1/8 onion, sliced thin
1 lb. zucchini, sliced thin
salt and pepper to taste

1. Heat oil and butter in large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add onion and zucchini. Cook until tender and slightly golden.
3. Season with salt and pepper.

Serves 2

Broiled Tomatoes and Fried Eggs

Eggs and vegetables are the new powerhouse combos to weight loss explains a new study on the subject. I love this recipe because it is satisfying, tasty, and quick. When there seems to be nothing in the house to make, the one thing that is usually on hand is eggs and a vegetable of some sort.

2 Tbls. olive oil (divided)
2 tsps. butter
2 eggs
1 beef steak tomato, cut into 1/4 inch slices
1 Tbls. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste

1. In a small skillet, heat 2 tsps. olive oil and 2 tsps. butter over medium heat.
2. Add eggs and cook until golden brown on edges and whites are fully cooked, turning once, about 2 minutes each side.
3. Place tomato slices on small cookie sheet and drizzle with 1 Tbls. olive oil.
4. Broil tomatoes on high heat and top rack for 3 minutes.
5. To serve, divide tomato slices among 2 plates, top with 1 egg and 1/2 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, and salt and pepper. 

Serves 2

Watermelon and Feta Bites

This is one refreshing and simple snack that combines the complementary flavors of sweet watermelon and sour lemon. The cheese adds a bit of protein and fat to bring down the glycemic load of the snack.

Calories per serving: 150

16 (1 1/2 inch) cubes of watermelon
juice of 1 lemon
zest of 1 lemon
1 Tbls. honey
1 cup crumbled feta cheese

1. Divide watermelon among four salad plates.
2. Divide and top watermelon with lemon juice, zest, honey, and feta cheese.

Serves 4