Food
Cooking in the kitchen of your Northridge apartment is a blast, except when you’re on a diet. It’s never easy to give up high-calorie favorites, but you can reduce the burden with the right recipes that taste delicious.
4 DELICIOUS AND NUTRITIOUS DINNER RECIPES
PIZZA STUFFED PEPPERS
Skip the delivery pizza and whip up this healthy treat instead. Begin by preheating the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Clean and remove the seeds from each bell pepper, one per person. Bake for twenty minutes. Remove from the oven, and add mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and mini pepperoni slices to taste. Return to the oven for another 10-15 minutes.
TURKEY BURGERS
Substitute red meat with ground turkey for a healthier burger. Aim for at least 90 percent lean — the leaner, the better. Mix one pound of turkey with one teaspoon of black pepper, one teaspoon of onion powder, half a teaspoon of salt, and half a teaspoon of garlic powder. Split this mixture into four equal servings. Cook each patty on a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add lettuce, tomato, and any other desired toppings.
QUINOA ENCHILADA CASSEROLE
This recipe suits vegetarians in need of extra protein. Cook one cup of quinoa with two cups of water. Combine with a can of mild enchilada sauce, half a cup of black beans, and half a teaspoon of chili powder. Spread the mix into a greased baking dish and top with one cup of your favorite shredded cheese.
TORTILLA SOUP
This healthy soup delivers several servings of veggies while keeping calorie count to a minimum. Heat one tablespoon of olive oil or canola oil in a skillet before adding one diced onion and one minced clove of garlic. Add this to your slow cooker, along with three cups of chicken or vegetable broth, and two cans of diced fire-roasted tomatoes. Add three cups of shredded chicken and a can of pinto beans. Extra beans or lentils allow for an easy vegetarian substitute. Heat on low for five hours before serving with tortilla chips.
With the right dinner recipe, eating healthy doesn’t have to be a chore. Feel free to experiment and make these recipes your own. Cooking is a treat in our kitchens equipped with refrigerator, dishwasher and disposal. Reach out today to learn more about our floor plans.