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Bulk Up Your Meatballs
The next time you make a batch of meatballs or a tray of meatloaf, try sneaking a few lighter ingredients into the bowl. Adding in a cup of lentils, mushrooms, or quinoa is an easy way to make a little bit of meat go a long way and cut down on your calorie count. This clever meatball recipe folds in finely minced bell peppers for an extra shot of flavor and color!
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VIDEO: Fresh Mango Salad
Dive into summer with this fresh, light and healthy mango salad!
INGREDIENTS
- Peanuts
- Carrot
- Mango
- Rocket
- 2 limes
- Olive oil
- Soy sauce
- Red onion, minced
- Salt
- Pepper
METHOD
- Lightly sautée the peanuts until golden.
- Take the carrots and cut into thin slices.
- Peel the mango and slice into thin strips.
- Squeeze the juice from 2 limes into a bowl, and add olive oil, soy sauce, minced onion, salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, toss together the mango, carrot, rocket, and lime-soy dressing.
- Enjoy!