Quinoa with Broccoli and Artichoke Hearts

This tasty recipe takes minutes to whip up and can be a side dish or a main course. Artichokes are loaded with fiber, Vitamin C, potassium, folic acid and magnesium. They add a great deal of flavor to this filling, antioxidant-packed dish.

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Pomegranate-Balsamic Glazed Carrots

These carrots make a tasty and quick side dish that is both delicious and impressive. I was lucky enough to receive some fantastic pomegranate balsamic vinegar as a gift, so I decided to put it to use. The tangy balsamic mixes with the sweetness of the honey and a touch of spicy cayenne to create a complex and unique dish. It's easy to whip up a pomegranate balsamic mixture of your own.  I urge you to give this one a try.

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Wholesome Wednesday Links!

• Live longer with a high fiber diet! - Huffington Post
• Natural remedies for better sleep - Health.com
• The healing power of touch: it makes you healthier, happier and less anxious - CNN
• Do menu nutrition labels make no difference in what people order? - NY Times

Turkey Fried Rice

Fried rice is a delicious, but usually calorie and sodium heavy dish. This version is packed with filling protein and vitamin-rich veggies. Ground white meat turkey, brown rice, and veggies create a tasty and simple meal that also makes a great leftover lunch. I added some fresh ginger for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and some chili oil for spice. This is Craig's favorite dinner, so I always try to make extra for leftovers.

Vegetarians can skip the turkey and substitute your favorite meat substitute or some slivered almonds.

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FitSugar Featured Some of My Recipes!

Check out this great post on 8 Fantastic and Filling Bean Recipes. FitSugar is one of my favorite websites and features health and fitness info for women.

http://www.fitsugar.com/Healthy-Bean-Recipes-14073471

Italian Lentils with Sausage

Lentils are consistently rated one of the world's healthiest foods. Filled with B Vitamins, folate, calcium and phosphorus, they are also a great source of protein and iron, making them a staple of vegetarian diets all over the world. This is a traditional Italian dish usually served on New Year's Day. Because lentils resemble small coins, it is believed that eating them will bring you good luck and prosperity in the New Year. My grandmother always made this dish, so it's one of my favorites and it makes a filling and nutrient-dense dinner. One serving has 35 grams of protein and 15 grams of fiber. It's worth the extra time to make ahead. You can get multiple meals out of a big batch.

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Kale and Fennel Salad

I had some leftover fennel and decided to create a simple salad using my favorite leafy green veggie. I got a fabulous gift today: persian lime olive oil and honey ginger balsamic vinegar. I decided to mix them to make a tangy citrus dressing for this simple salad. Pepitas (pumpkin seeds) are packed with B Vitamins, calcium, zinc and phosphorous and add crunch.

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