Recipes
When you think “healthy recipe,” do you think “low-fat” or “low-calorie” and, sadly, “disappointment”? Think again! Sargent Choice recipes feature ALL of the principles of healthy eating with a special emphasis on taste and satisfaction. How do we do it? We begin with flavors you love and use the following beneficial ingredients:
- 100% whole grains instead of refined grains
- More fruits and vegetables
- Plant sources of protein such as nuts, seeds, and dried beans
- Lean meats
- Reduced fat cheeses
- Heart-healthy liquid oils in measured amounts
- Herbs and spices and flavorful cooking techniques eliminating the need for too much salt
Let our recipes inspire you. The principles are flexible. Use our healthy shopping list to stock up on healthy ingredients and make our recipes your own. You don’t have whole wheat pasta? Try brown rice or whole wheat couscous. No broccoli? No problem. Substitute your favorite vegetables. Tired of chicken breast? How about salmon or sirloin steak? You get the picture. Enjoy!
TEX MEX QUINOA SALAD
By Briana Caruccio, Graduate Student, 2012 Experience the “Gold of the Incas!” Due to its dense nutritional content and its historic ability to sustain Incan armies, quinoa has been thought of as a sacred grain. Not only is quinoa high in fiber, magnesium, copper, riboflavin, and phosphorous, it is even... More
Test Kitchen: Mangia, Mangia!
By Bianca Tamburello, Dietetics Student, Sargent College Karen Jacobs kindly opened her doors to kick off the beginning of the weekly KJ Sargent Choice Test Kitchens this semester. Pizza is probably one of the most beloved foods across all age groups. Although pizza may unite many people, it can be quite... More
Flavorful Way to Eat Your Broccoli
By Kelli Swensen, Dietetics Student, Sargent College “Eat your broccoli” I’m sure many of you heard this command sometime during your childhood. As a kid, broccoli was never associated with something good; rather, it was the fee you had to pay in order to get a cookie after dinner. While some people... More
Healthy Cooking on a Budget: Black Bean Burgers
By Kelsey Michelsen, Dietetics Student, Sargent College Beans are an easy and versatile protein alternative; filled with fiber, protein and other key nutrients try making beans the main event of your meal. These black bean burgers are great on top of salads, wrapped up in a whole wheat tortilla with... More
Thanksgiving Side Dish Challenge: SC Honey Roasted Parsnips, Sweet Potatoes, and Apples
By Kelli Swensen, Dietetics Student, Sargent College In a place centered around food, you can bet that the Sargent Choice Nutrition Center is overflowing with recipes and recipe ideas that are just waiting to be tried out and approved. Our own Sarah Butler, RD, challenged AEC Exercise Physiologist Mike Lagomarsine, More
Test Kitchen: Fudgy Dreams and Chocolate Waterfalls
By Bianca Tamburello, Dietetics Student, Sargent College Real butter, sugar, and even chocolate, oh my! “How can fudgy brownies be a Sargent Choice recipe?” This was the most frequently asked question at Karen Jacob’s SC Test Kitchen. Fudgy brownies and other sweet recipes that call for ingredients such as butter, sugar, More
Test Kitchen: A Dish Even A Traditional Italian Will Love – Sargent Choice Baked Ziti
By Bianca Marina, Dietetics Student, Sargent College With a name like Bianca Marina Tamburello, you may be able to guess that I come from a traditional Italian family. In my house, baked ziti is the equivalent of creamy macaroni and cheese. It is a quick dinner to prepare, perfect for leftovers, More
Kiss Take Out Fried Rice Goodbye
By Bianca Tamburello, Dietetics Student, Sargent College When I think of Fried rice, the first image that flutters into my head is ordering out for Chinese food on a rainy and cold day. But the second memory that immediately follows the meal is the terrible feeling in my stomach that... More
Snack Time: Spicy Roasted Chickpeas, Edamame Hummus, and Home-Made Pita Chips
By Bianca Tamburello, Dietetics Student, Sargent College At the most recent SC KJ Test Kitchen, we made our own Edamame Hummus along with Spicy Roasted Chickpeas and Home-made Pita Chips. Hummus and pita bread is one of my favorite healthy snacks. I always keep some in my microfridge at school... More
Burrito Bonanza
By Bianca Tamburello, Dietetics Student, Sargent College I don’t know anyone who does not love burritos. They are packed with some of the best combinations; cheese, beans and vegetables. What’s there not to love? With all of the burrito joints on campus and surrounding area, it is difficult to sift through... More