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Delicious recipesEating healthy does not mean tasteless, here are some of my favorite recipes that I enjoyed. I am not a nutritionist so I do not offer any nutritional content, but common sense should prevail. These are ingredients readily available at your local grocer or farmers market, nothing too funky. Enjoy these fresh, flavorful, low-fat, high-protein, and mostly, if not all, low-carb meals that my family has enjoyed. They have been tested by adults and kids!DRINKSFresh peach smoothieDuration: 5 minutesServings: 1Ingredients1 cup frozen peaches (using frozen fruit means you don't need to add ice)1 cup of apple juice (or orange juice)½ cup low-fat natural yogurtPreparationMix the ingredients in a blender. Reduce to a smooth puree, enjoy. For a twist, try using frozen strawberries or your favorite berry. SNACKS Perfect Yogurt Time: 5 minutes Servings: 1 Ingredients 8 oz fat-free vanilla yogurt 1 cup mixed strawberries and blueberries, rinsed and drained ¼ to 1/3 cup classic granola Directions Layer ingredients in order bowl indicated .Tip: To take out, put the granola in a bag to sprinkle when serving.APPETIZERSAsian Chicken Lettuce WrapsTime: 30 minutesServings: 4Ingredients¼ cup water1 package. Stir-fry seasoning powder2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce3 tablespoons lime juice1 teaspoon sugar1 tablespoon olive oil1 pound ground chicken (or ground turkey)½ cup water chestnuts, diced1 red pepper, seeded and diced3 tablespoons green onions, thinly sliced1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes1 head iceberg lettuce, rinsed, dried and leaves separated 1 cup chopped peanuts ¼ cup chopped cilantro Directions Combine water, stir-fry seasoning, soy sauce, lime juice and sugar in a small bowl. Reserve for later. Heat the olive......in the middle of the paper......, add the frozen corn and cook for another 10 minutes. Serve with fat-free sour cream, green onions and grated low-fat cheese. DISHENTERSMerou with Mediterranean RelishTime: Servings: 4Ingredients2 tomatoes, diced2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano1 tablespoon chopped garlic2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil½ cup black olives sliced4 grouper fillets, 5 to 7 oz eachPreparationPreheat oven to 350 F. Lightly coat a 9 x 13 baking dish with cooking spray. In a small bowl, combine the tomato, basil, oregano, garlic and sliced black olives. Add the olive oil and mix well. Arrange the grouper fillets in the baking dish. Pour the tomato mixture over the fish. Place in oven and bake until fish is completely opaque when tested with the tip of a knife, about 12 to 18 minutes. Tip: You can substitute halibut, tilapia and salmon for a nice variation..