Jackie Newgent RDN,CDN These fudgy energy bars offer a balanced package of protein, carbohydrates, healthful fats, and a bevy of nutrients. They’re a convenient snack for a hiking or biking

Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: NoneTotal Time: 5 minutes Servings:About 8 (1 serving is 2 tbsp.) Ingredients:  4 cups of fresh spinach 1/4 cup of walnut halves  1-2 small garlic cloves 2 tbsp.

Ingredients 2 TB dried parsley 2 TB dried chives 2 tsp onion powder 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp salt                                  1 tsp dried dill 1/2 tsp dried basil 1/2 tsp

Yield: Makes one serving. Ingredients 1 Tbsp. tahini 1/2 teaspoon reduced sodium soy sauce 1 Tbsp. lemon juice. 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil 2

Ingredients 1 orange zested and juiced (or ¼ cup OJ) 1 lemon zested and juiced (or 2 Tbsp lemon juice) 1 T extra virgin olive oil 1 T Dijon mustard

Servings:8 servings Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 garlic cloves minced 1 medium onion diced 2 carrots peeled and diced 1 zucchini diced 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon crushed

This recipe makes enough to fit into a couple of meals, so use it for pasta one night and then use it as a condiment for grilled chicken sandwiches the next. You can also freeze this for another time!

A versatile sweetener with caramel-like flavor from dates, this syrup can be used in place of honey or maple syrup in baking, tea or homemade dressings and sauces.