Many people are eating lighter for a variety of reasons. Whether they are trying to lose weight, they don't have time or it's just too hot outside for a large meal, making a dinner that won't weigh you down can be a tasty option.
Chef salad
The classic chef salad can be customized in an almost endless variety. Begin with a mixture of lettuces that you enjoy, or use all romaine or a bagged salad mix. Add a variety of chopped vegetables that you like, such as peppers, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, celery, or snap peas. Add cubed meats and cheeses, mixing up the flavors. Use smoked turkey and smoked provolone or ham and swiss or roast beef and asiago. Top with nuts or seeds or dried fruit, and serve with crusty rolls.
Chicken ala green
Stir fry two chopped chicken breasts until cooked through. Add three cups of chopped green vegetables that you like, such as peppers, celery, snap peas or pea pods, zucchini or anything else. Add soy sauce to taste and cook until vegetables are tender but still crisp. Serve with brown or white rice.
Turkey avocado stack
Using stone ground whole wheat bread, make a sandwich with smoked turkey, avocado, provolone cheese, lettuce and bacon. Put sandwich in panini press or sandwich maker, cook until the bread is browned and the cheese is melting. Serve with sliced vegetables and ranch dip.
Quiche
Begin with a prepared pie crust. Lay the crust into a 9 in. pie pan. Mix together 6 eggs and 1/2 cup of milk. Pour the mixture into the pie crust. Add your quiche flavor ingredients, such as swiss cheese and ham, or broccoli and cheddar. Bake in a 325 degree F oven for 45 minutes, or until a knife that's inserted comes out clean. Serve with a green salad and crusty rolls.
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