Greek Salad Dressing/Vinaigrette

1/4 c. olive oil
1/4 c. basalmic vinegar
1/4 c. apple cider vinegar
2 Tbsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp garlic, minced (Image)
1 Tbsp lemon zest
1 Tbso McCormick Greek Seasoning blend
1 tsp garlic powder

Mix all ingredients well, with a whisk or shaker. Allow to sit for at least 2 hours before serving. I recommend recycling an old salad dressing bottle/jar or other tightly sealed container for storage.  Shake/Stir well before serving.

Makes 10 servings

Per serving (2 Tbsp)
Calories - 53
Carbohydrates - 1.5
Sugars - 1g
Fiber - 0g
Fat - 5.5g
Saturated Fat - 1g
Cholesterol - 0mg
Protein - 0g
Sodium - 64mg

Garam Masala Hummus

Garam Masala Hummus with sandwich thin

3 cups garbanzo beans, cooked and drained
1 med. lemon, juice (approx. 1/4 c.)
3 Tbsp. garlic, minced (Image)
1 Tbsp. flax seed, ground
1 tsp. garam masala

Cook and drain garbanzo beans according to bag (or Google directions). Place beans and lemon juice in food processor and mix on high speed until appearance is mostly smooth and all levels spin at about the same speed.  Add garlic, flax, and garam masala. Continue to blend on high speed until appearance is smooth and everything is well mixed. Serve with naan, pita, veggies, or sandwich thins.

30 servings (2 Tbsp)

Calories: 30
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 1g
Fat: 0.5g  
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Protein: 2g
Sodium: 1g


7-1/2 servings (1/2 cup) - Heart Healthy serving

Calories: 121
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 5g
Sugar: 3g
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Protein: 6g
Sodium: 5g

Summer Citrus marinade/sauce (for fish)

Swai with Summer Citrus Sauce, Feta Pine Nut Mashed Potatoes, and green beans

1 lemon, juice and zest
1 lime, juice and zest
4 limes, juice
2 Tbsp minced garlic (Image)
1/2 large onion, chopped (Image)
1 Tbsp. Balsamic vinegar
1 tsp. dill weed, dried
1/4. tsp garlic salt
1/4 c. non-fat, plain yogurt (only if making sauce)

Place fish in a shallow pan. Blend lime juice, lemon juice, garlic, onion, and spices in a blender until smooth. Pour over fish. Cover pan and set in refrigerator for approx. 15-30 min.

After marinating; grill, broil, or bake (on rack) fillets until flaky and opaque.

Sauce: Pour half of the marinade into a small saucepan, bring to gentle boil for 5-10 minutes. Remove from heat. Add yogurt and blend until smooth.


Makes 4 Servings

Nutrients per Serving (marinade only)
Calories - 17
Carbohydrates - 5g
Sugars - 1g
Fiber - 1g
Fat - 0g
Saturated Fat - 0g
Cholesterol - 0mg
Protein - 0g
Sodium - 62mg

Calories per Serving (with various fish)

Swai	Cod	Tilapia
1/2 fillet	5 oz.	4 oz.
Calories - 102 Carbohydrates - 5g Sugars - 1g Fiber - 1g Fat - 5g Saturated Fat - 1g Cholesterol - 0mg Protein - 21g Sodium - 62mg	Calories - 135 Carbohydrates - 5g Sugars - 1g Fiber - 1g Fat - 1g Saturated Fat - 0g Cholesterol - 62mg Protein - 26g Sodium - 140mg	Calories - 125 Carbohydrates - 5g Sugars - 1g Fiber - 1g Fat - 16g Saturated Fat - 0g Cholesterol - 14mg Protein - 24g Sodium - 77mg

Nutrients per Serving (Sauce)
Calories - 25
Carbohydrates - 6g
Sugars - 2g
Fiber - 1g
Fat - 0g
Saturated Fat - 0g
Cholesterol - 0mg
Protein - 1g
Sodium - 74mg

Mandarin Orange Peanut Sauce

Chicken Satay with Mandarin Peanut Sauce and Wild Rice

Bison Salad with Mandarin Peanut Sauce Dressing

1 c. Natural Creamy Peanut Butter
2 c. Fat Free Low Sodium Vegetable Broth
1 Tbsp. garlic, minced (Image)
1 Tbsp. Madras Curry Powder
1 tsp. Chili powder
1 tsp. Allspice, ground
1/2 tsp. Mace, ground
1 cup Cilantro, chopped
3 cups Mandarin Oranges in juice, drained

Whisk peanut butter, vegetable broth, and dry spices in 2 qt pan. over med-high heat.  Add cilantro and mandarin oranges. Continue to stir occasionally until mixture almost boils. Lower heat and simmer 3-5 min.

Makes 16 perfect 1/4 c. servings or 4 cups. :D

Per serving:
Calories - 83
Carbohydrates 18g
Sugar 14g
Fiber 1g
Fat 8g
Saturated fat 1g
Cholesterol - 0mg 
Protein 4g
Sodium 234mg