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Cranberry Chicken Salad

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Cranberry chicken salad

Cranberry Chicken Salad

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Course Main Dish, Snack

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounces canned chicken breast, drained
  • 1 large celery stalk, sliced thin
  • 2 green onions, finely diced
  • 3/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup light mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tsp yellow or Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper; to taste

Instructions
 

  • Wash your hands, clean the cooking area and the tops of canned food items.
  • Drain the canned chicken. Add it to a medium mixing bowl. Separate with the edge of a spoon.
  • Slice the celery and dice the green onion into fine pieces. Add to the chicken.
  • Toss in the cranberries.
  • Add the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and mustard.
  • Using a spoon, mix all the ingredients together until blended.
  • Add salt and pepper if desired.
  • Serve with whole grain bread or crackers.

Nutrition Facts Servings

Nutrition Facts Servings: 6, Serv. size: ½ cup, Amount per serving: Calories 180, Total Fat 5g (6% DV), Sat. Fat 0.5g (3% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 50mg (17% DV), Sodium 280mg (12% DV), Total Carb. 15g (5% DV), Fiber 1g (4% DV), Total Sugars 11g (Incl. 7g Added Sugars, 14% DV), Protein 19g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium (2% DV), Iron (6% DV), Potas. (2% DV).
Keyword Dairy, English, Fruit, Protein, Vegetables

Cheesy Slow Cooker Cauliflower

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Slow cooker cheesy cauliflower

Cheesy Slow Cooker Cauliflower

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Course Kid Friendly, Side Dish

Ingredients
  

  • 24 ounces frozen cauliflower
  • 4 ounces low-fat cream cheese
  • 1 1/2 cup fat-free cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 2-3 green onions, sliced (optional)
  • 3 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
  • Nonstick cooking spray (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Wash your hands and clean your cooking area.
  • Spray slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray or use a slow cooker liner.
  • Pour half of the cauliflower in an even layer in the slow cooker. Cut cream cheese into strips or cubes and layer half on the cauliflower. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese, onion powder, and bacon bits (optional) over the cauliflower.
  • Repeat by layering cauliflower, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, onion powder, and bacon.
  • Cook on low for 3-4 hours.
  • Stir, then sprinkle green onions on top and serve.

Nutrition Facts Servings

Nutrition Facts Servings: 8, Serv. size: ½ cup, Amount per serving: Calories 100, Total Fat 3.5g (4% DV), Sat. Fat 1.5g (8% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 15mg (5% DV), Sodium 330mg (14% DV), Total Carb. 7g (3% DV), Fiber 2g (7% DV), Total Sugars 3g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 11g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium (20% DV), Iron (6% DV), Potas. (4% DV)
Keyword Dairy, English, Protein, Vegetables

Afterschool Hummus

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Afterschool hummus

Afterschool Hummus

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Course Kid Friendly, Side Dish, Snack

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can (15-oz) reduced-sodium garbanzo beans, drained
  • 2 medium garlic cloves or 1/4 teaspoon

    garlic powder

  • 1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt

Instructions
 

  • Wash your hands, clean the cooking area and the tops of canned food items.
  • Drain garbanzo beans.
  • Use a blender or food processor. Combine garbanzo beans, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, oil, and pepper. Pulse on low speed until the beans are mashed.
  • Pour the garbanzo mixture in a medium bowl. Add yogurt and stir until combined.
  • Refrigerate for several hours or overnight so the flavors blend.
  • Serve with pita chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.

Nutrition Facts Servings

Nutrition Facts Servings: 8, Serv. size: 2 tbsp, Amount per serving: Calories 70, Total Fat 3g (4% DV), Sat. Fat 0g (0% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 0mg (0% DV), Sodium 160mg (7% DV), Total Carb. 9g (3% DV), Fiber 2g (7% DV), Total Sugars 1g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 3g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium (4% DV), Iron (6% DV), Potas. (2% DV).
Keyword Dairy, English, Protein, Vegetables

Celebrate National Beef Month with Flavor and Nutrition!

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Let’s recognize the delicious, nutritious, and economic value of beef. Did you know there are 29 cuts of beef that meet USDA guidelines for lean? With thoughtful planning and preparation, beef can be a healthy, flavorful part of your meals.

Lean beef is a powerhouse of nutrients. Just one three-ounce cooked serving provides 10 essential nutrients, including protein, iron, zinc, and B vitamins—all vital for a strong and healthy body.

Celebrate by exploring new recipes, learning cooking tips, and following food safety best practices. Make beef a wholesome and delicious part of your plate!