Strawberry Spinach Salad with Turkey Breast

Alternative Options

1. Add strawberries or raspberries to enhance the salad and flavor
2. To make a vegan salad just substitute the turkey for tofu or tempeh
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Tips

1. Make sure to not use too much vinegar or olive oil, and let the flavors of the fruit & seeds power the recipe

Ham & Sweet Potato Soup

Alternative Options

1. To make a sensational vegan recipe, substitute ham and chicken soup for vegetable alternatives
2. Try different types of sweet potatoes and yams, to experiment with flavors

Tips

1. If you want to add a little extra kick, add in some ground ginger

Macadamia Nut Encrusted Mahi-Mahi

Alternative Options

1. Try different nuts as alternatives to mix it up, such as pecans, almonds or pistachios
2. Cooking on a cast iron skillet may provide some extra 'yumminess' to the dish!

Tips

1. Make sure to not overcook the recipe as the ingredients tend to dry out, so start at the low end of the cook time

Stuffed Peppers with Seasoned Ground Beef

Alternative Options

1. Alternative grains can be used in the peppers such as quinoa, millet or wild rice

2. Turkey or bison are great substitutes for flavors and options for the protein source!

Tips

1. Try seasoning the ground beef with different options, to add different flavors each time until you find one that you like

Broccoli Quinoa Casserole

Alternative Options

1. Try adding in different smaller vegetables such as peas or shallots. Just to give it some variety
2. Vegetarian alternative is possible by simply substituting the cottage cheese for a  non-dairy version

Tips

1. Try different temperatures and cooking time to get that perfect golden brown top that makes the dish even better

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Alternative Options

1. You can use other types of vinegar (white wine or red) to determine the best for cooking and flavor
2. Try different spices such as orange peel, cinnamon, or other to give it a little sweet spice appeal

Tips

1. Cooking time is general for presentation and flavor but you can try longer or shorter times with adjusting the sprouts in the tray in between to get different roasting options

Vegan Fajitas

Alternative Options

1.  Try different vegetables to find the perfect fit and balance

2.  Add some vegan cheese to add some more flavor

Tips

1. Try different spices with the vegetables

Cinnamon Spiced Carrots

Alternative Options

1. Try adding additional veggies such as winter squash or even sweet peppers to spice up the dish a little

2. Use honey or non-calorie sweeteners as alternatives to the sugar if you want to reduce this in the recipe

Tips

1. Try cooking a little longer or at different intervals, to test out the browning and its impact on flavor

Whole Wheat Penne with Chicken and Asparagus

Alternative Options

1. If gluten sensitive or intolerant, gluten free pasta options are available

2. Seafood alternatives are a great change, including shrimp, scallops or your favorite type of white fish

Tips

1. Try different types of spices that go well with pasta and the vegetables, such as parsley, oregano or other types of Italian spices

2. Try marinating or soaking the chicken breasts for a few hours or over night in chicken broth soup to give it a little more flavor and moisture!

Eggplant Parmesan

Alternative Options

1. Try different thicknesses of the eggplant slices as well as the layers of cheese to find the perfect combination.

2. If your lactose sensitive or vegan make sure you use lactose free or vegan cheese as a substitute

Tips

1. Try different types of italian spices as well to find the perfect flavor; oregano, thyme and rosemary are great options to experiment with