It’s summer, it’s hot, it’s humid and no matter how great or ambitious of a cook you are, sometimes turning the heat on in your kitchen seems like the last thing you want to do. Take-out is not what you want today because you want something healthy, nutritious and easy to serve, so what’s…
Category: Fish
Scallops with Chorizo and Farfalle Pasta
Got 15 minutes to make a delicious meal? Well, that’s all it takes, from start to finish to make this beautiful and delicious meal. Yes, that’s right, 15 minutes…less than take-out. Here in New York City we are currently in a heat wave advisory, so turning the oven on is not a favorable way to…
Red Snapper in a Red Thai Chili Sauce
Red snapper is a beautiful, pink colored, mild tasting fish that is a low-calorie, lean source of protein that is rich in vitamin A,vitamin B-12, selenium, potassium and omega-3 fatty acids, the good for your heart stuff. When you incorporate these nutrients you may significantly aid in preventing serious medical conditions and help lower…
Crabmeat Stuffed Branzino
Eating fish on a regular weekly basis will help lower your cholesterol and help your heart beat to a healthier beat. It is loaded with many nutrients like Vitamin D and protein that are essential for good health. Branzino fish, also known as a Mediterranean Sea Bass is a very mild, sweet tasting fish…
Flounder Stuffed with Shrimp & Crabmeat served over Ramps
Wow, if you are a seafood lover like me than you will be very happy with this meal! This recipe has not one, but THREE different types of seafood all wrapped up into one pretty presentation. Who can resist a meal that is not only delicious but really healthy and not loaded in fat and…
Lemon Broiled Salmon Steaks with a Mango Sauce
Salmon is a great source of your omega-3 intake . It provides so many beneficial nutrients for your skin, hair, eyes and heart. Salmon is an excellent source of vitamin B12, vitamin D, and selenium. It is a good source of niacin, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, phosphorus, and vitamin B6. It is also a good source of…
Fish Tacos for Meatless Mondays
Tacos have been part of Mexico’s culinary heritage for well over a hundred years. Originally made fried, this is a healthier version that is packed with delicious flavors and lower in calories. The fish is marinated in spices and olive oil and then cooked until a crispy coating is achieved, providing delicious and unique flavors….
Happy & Healthy Valentines Day!
It’s Valentine’s Day, a day for love, chocolates, diamonds, fancy, romantic meals, Hallmark cards and flowers. But Valentine’s Day is also a day to think about your heart health, because after all you want to have a healthy heart for a long life to enjoy with your loved one(s). To help keep your heart healthy…
Salmon with Lemon, Dill and Yogurt Sauce
It’s summertime and the weather has been very warm this week…thank God! You still want to eat healthy, but don’t want to be tied to your hot stove preparing a meal. Well, here is the perfect low fat, low calorie, but high in nutrients like omega-3 (for your heart) and protein (for your muscles) and…
Hola, Happy Cinco De Mayo, Healthy Fish Tacos!!!
Hola, it’s that festive time of the year again! A time to celebrate history, culture and as always, food. This time it is Mexico, and we are celebrating “Cinco De Mayo” (5th of May). Every culture has some form of history that always has food linked to that date. As with all holidays or gatherings,…
Poached Salmon with Orange Ginger Sauce
Salmon is a great source of the omega-3 fatty acid DHA, the stuff that’s great for your heart and brain. Eating more of this fish will add more years to your life and help with your memory. These fats are responsible for many cardiovascular benefits such as reducing inflammation, relaxing and dilating the arteries and…
Apricot Glazed Branzino
Happy New Year everyone! The start of a new year and new resolutions. Promising ourselves to “Go to the Gym, Join a gym, Eat less, Eat healthier, Get more rest” and the list goes on. Well, today is January 3rd, -has anyone already broken their promise? Let’s face it, making any type of change is…
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