Some of my other Hub pages describe ways of improving your fitness and how to lose fat. Well that cannot be achieved without knowing what we actually put in our mouths. So below I am going to list a few healthy recipes I have tried and loved in the past. I have included as much nutritional info as possible to help you on your journey of getting that body of your dreams.

Barbecued Chicken and Black Bean Burritos

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp olive oil

3/4 pound skinned, boned chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces

1/2 cup chopped onion

3 garlic cloves, minced

1/3 cup bottled barbecure sauce (such as "Sweet Baby Ray's")

1 15-ounce can black beans, drained

1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese

4 10-inch tortillas

1/4 cup low-fat sour cream

INSTRUCTIONS

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, onion, and garlic; cook approximately 6 minutes or until chicken is done, stirring constantly.

Stir in barbecue sauce and beans. Sprinkle with cheese; cook 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

Warm tortillas in microwave for 50 seconds. Spoon about 1/2 cup chicken mixture down center of each tortilla; top each with one tbsp sour cream, and roll up.

NUTRITION FACTS

Calories: 458

Total Fat: 13g

Saturated Fat: 4g

Carbohydrate: 49g

Dietary Fiber 5g:

Protein: 35g

Serves 4.

Pesto Glazed Salmon & Roasted Sweet Potatoes

INGREDIENTS

2 6oz pieces of salmon

4 Tbsp prepared pesto

2 small yams

1 tsp dried basil

1 tsp dried oregano

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tsp salt

1-2 Tbsp canola or extra-virgin olive oil

Cooking spray

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

Cut yams into cubes about one to two inches in size. Place in bowl. Toss with the basil, oregano, pepper, salt and oil. Place on baking sheet in single layer and put into oven.

Place salmon on baking sheet that has been covered with tinfoil and sprayed with cooking spray. Spread pesto over top of each piece of salmon evenly. Place in oven.

Yams are done when they are soft to the touch and slightly browned at the tips. (About 20 minutes).

Salmon should take about 10-15 minutes.

NUTRITION FACTS

Calories: 660

Total Fat: 28g

Saturated Fat: 3g

Carbohydrates: 43g

Dietary Fiber: 4g

Protein: 53g

Serves 2.

Spaghetti & Meatballs

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 pound whole wheat pasta (cooked according to pkg directions)

3 jars Classico tomato-basil sauce

2 pounds 97% fat-free ground turkey

1/4 cup chopped green peppers

1/4 cup chopped onion

1 tsp seasoned salt

1 tsp oregano

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

In a large bowl, mix together the ground turkey and the ingredients below - including about 8 oz of the Classico sauce. Make a small patty and microwave for 25 seconds to test for seasonings for your own taste. Once achieved, form into meatball-shaped balls (approx 2 oz each), and place on sheet pan covered with foil that it sprayed with cooking spray. Bake at 450 degrees for about 10 minutes.

While the meatballs are cooking, toss the pasta in a large sauce pot with one jar of sauce over heat. Add more sauce if desired. Plate and top with meatballs and remaining sauce.

NUTRITION FACTS

Calories: 449

Total Fat: 10g

Saturated Fat: 3.5g

Carbohydrates: 58g

Dietary Fiber: 6g

Protein: 27g

Serves 8.

Ok so there you have it hopefully you enjoy these. Let me know what you think of them.

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