Healthy Recipes
Moroccan Couscous With Saffron
I adore couscous, and this is a wonderful way to prepare it. Not only is it tasty, it looks gorgeous on a big serving plate as the centerpiece of a meal. You can complement it with a simple salad or let it be the beginning of a feast that includes soup, hummus and veggies. This recipe serves six, but you can halve it or just make a big batch and keep leftovers in the fridge. GET RECIPEAzuki Beans with Kabocha Squash
This is a very traditional macrobiotic recipe, which may sound a little ho-hum, but it’s actually incredibly good. Originally cultivated in Japan and revered for their healing properties, azuki beans are said to strengthen kidney function—our bodies’ prime way of detoxing. This dish is high in potassium and iron, so serve it at least once a week if you can and you will feel its power. If you prefer the squash with a softer and stewier texture, add it to the beans 10 or 15 minutes earlier. GET RECIPE
Cinnamon Chocolate Fondue
This rich and decadent dessert (a little goes a long way) is adapted from a recipe by Cat Cora. Dip fresh and dried fruits to add even more antioxidants to those found in 75 percent dark chocolate. GET RECIPE
Toasted Quinoa Salad with Roasted Chicken
This one-dish meal features quinoa, which is not only a complete protein but also an excellent source of magnesium, a mineral that’s often deficient in people with hypertension. Herbes de Provence is available in the spice section of most supermarkets and specialty food stores. GET RECIPE
