This is one of my favorite shrimp dishes to cook and eat because it is so easy but tastes exotic.  Plus it has lots of great vegetables and is very lite.  I serve it over my Toasted Coconut Rice because of the sweet contrast.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil on medium heat.  Once oil is warm, add to the skillet:
11/2 cups shredded carrot
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 inch piece of ginger, peeled and grated
1/2 tablespoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Cook on …

This is a great light dish that is easy to prepare.  I love to serve this salmon with orzo or pasta.  The sun-dried tomatoes provide such a great flavor to the salmon and the spinach is packed full of vitamins.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  In a large skillet, over medium high heat, cook:
3 cups chopped leaf spinach
Once spinach is wilted and liquid has evaporated, remove pan from heat.  In a small bowl, mix together:
1/4 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
1/4 cup chopped sun dried tomatoes
Once spinach is cool, add to cheese and …

This is a soup that I feel great about feeding to my two year old daughter, Avery, because it is packed with vegetables and is so yummy. I love eating soups in the winter time and this is a fun and delicious recipe.
In a large pot, of salted boiling water, cook until tender (about 10 minutes):
1 medium chopped carrot
Remove carrot and set aside, but keep boiling water for pasta. Add:
4 oz of whole wheat pasta, any fun shape (such as bow ties)
Cook pasta until “al dente” instructions. …

I love burgers and am always looking for ways to change them up a little. This is a great alternative burger recipe. You can serve it with soy sauce mayo sauce (1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1/4 cup mayo) or add sliced cucumber for a refreshing and pretty finish to a great burger. Asian Coleslaw is a great side to this burger instead of french fries as well.
In a large bowl, mix together:
1 1/4 lbs. ground turkey or chicken meat
1/4 cup fresh cilantro (1 tbsp tube)
1 green …

One of my closest friends and mother of twins, sent me this great salad recipe. She is a great cook and very busy, so this recipe is perfect when you have your hands full. It is easy to make and has a similar taste to a 1905 Salad.
2 T Dijon mustard
2 T red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, grated
¼ c extra virgin olive oil
4 springs tarragon, leaves removed and chopped
Salt and ground black pepper
1 bunch asparagus, woody ends discarded, blanched and thinly sliced on angle
*1 lb deli-sliced turkey, cut …