High Vitamin A Archives - Being Nutritious

Stuffed honeynut squash halves on a baking pan.

Honeynut Squash Stuffed with Cranberry Wild Rice Pilaf

October 12, 2021October 13, 2021 Laura Yautz 0 Comments High Fiber, High Magnesium, High Vitamin A, High Vitamin C, Low Fat, Low Sodium

These little honeynut squash are so cute, perfectly portioned, and practically begging to be stuffed with this amazing Cranberry Wild Rice Pilaf. Whether for a holiday, or any day, your taste buds will sing for more.

Appetizers Bread Pantry Staples

Sweet Potato Cornbread

October 6, 2021October 8, 2021 Laura Yautz 0 Comments High Vitamin A, Low Fat, Low Sodium

olden Sweet Potato Cornbread is easy to make, vegan friendly, and perfect for your next bowl of chili! This healthy cornbread also features whole grains, but comes out so moist and fluffy, no one will ever know!

Fast & Easy Dinner Lunch Main Dish

Thai Salad with Peanut Dressing

September 1, 2021September 1, 2021 Laura Yautz 0 Comments Healthy Fats, High Fiber, High Magnesium, High Protein, High Vitamin A, High Vitamin C, High Vitamin K, Low Sodium

This Thai salad with peanut dressing is super easy to throw together, and great for feeding a crowd or weekend salad meal prep! The peanut dressing comes together quick, too, and packs tons of flavor.

Small bowl of soup with croutons and fresh thyme.

Lunch Soup

Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup

August 2, 2021August 2, 2021 Laura Yautz 0 Comments Healthy Fats, High Fiber, High Vitamin A, High Vitamin C, High Vitamin K, Low Sodium

A cozy and delicious, dairy free, cauliflower soup, thickened with white beans for a luscious, creamy texture and extra protein to make a whole meal if you like! Serve Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup with crusty bread or homemade garlic croutons for a match made in heaven!

Two enchiladas on a plate, with cilantro, lime slices, jalapeno slices, and avocado.

Casseroles Main Dish Mexican

Black Bean Sweet Potato Enchiladas

April 14, 2021April 14, 2021 Laura Yautz 2 Comments Healthy Fats, High Fiber, High Iron, High Magnesium, High Potassium, High Protein, High Vitamin A, High Vitamin C, Low Sodium

Black bean sweet potato enchiladas with cilantro lime sauce are seriously delicious, easy, and healthy! What more could we ask for?!

Plate of salad with sundried tomatoes, pine nuts, fried garlic, and dressing.

Lunch Salad Sides

Deconstructed Pesto Herb Salad with Cracked Peppercorn Parmesan Dressing

April 7, 2021April 7, 2021 Laura Yautz 0 Comments Healthy Fats, High Fiber, High Iron, High Magnesium, High Vitamin A, High Vitamin C, High Vitamin K, Low Sodium

Deconstructed Pesto Salad with cracked peppercorn parmesan dressing is exactly the deliciously light side dish you need to go with any Italian dish – or make it a light meal by adding a protein of your choice!

Lunch Soup

Lentil Vegetable Soup

February 4, 2021February 4, 2021 Laura Yautz 0 Comments High Fiber, High Iron, High Protein, High Vitamin A, High Vitamin K, Low Fat, Low Sodium

This soup will warm you from the inside out, and stick to your ribs! Made with common vegetables you probably already have and cooks in 30 minutes, this is the easiest vegetable lentil soup ever!

pizza with spinach sauce, chickpeas, and mangoes on a mini pita.

Fast & Easy Dinner Main Dish Pizza

Curry Chickpea & Mango Mini-Pizzas

January 28, 2021January 28, 2021 Laura Yautz 0 Comments Healthy Fats, High Fiber, High Iron, High Magnesium, High Protein, High Vitamin A, High Vitamin C, High Vitamin K

Pizza isn’t off limits anymore! With this, it’s even great for your heart and waistline!

Overhead picture of a bowl of braised greens in a light pink broth.

Sides Vegetables

Creamy Braised Beet Greens

November 19, 2020November 19, 2020 Laura Yautz 0 Comments Healthy Fats, High Calcium, High Vitamin A, High Vitamin K, Low Sodium

Creamy Braised Beet Greens is a great way to use greens that are a bit more on the tough, bitter side. Braising softens them perfectly, and using milk or a substitute creates a lovely, light pink broth that cuts through the bitterness. Delicious with a crusty bread, over polenta, or all on its own!

Single stuffed yellow pepper on a plate, with a fork and knife.

Main Dish

Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers

November 3, 2020November 3, 2020 Laura Yautz 0 Comments High Fiber, High Potassium, High Vitamin A, High Vitamin C, High Vitamin K, Low Fat, Low Sodium

These delicious peppers are stuffed with a mixture of lentils, mushrooms, and rice, for a winning combination even meat eaters will devour!

Technique

How to Make Pumpkin Puree

October 26, 2020October 26, 2020 Laura Yautz 0 Comments High Fiber, High Iron, High Vitamin A, High Vitamin K, Low Fat, Low Sodium

Did you know that it’s incredibly easy to make pumpkin puree that’s all ready for pies, pudding, and the like, from a fresh pumpkin? Homemade pumpkin puree will keep in the refrigerator for up to a week, or in the freezer for about 6 months or more. Once you make your own, you’ll never go back to canned (and not just because you can’t find it anywhere!).

5 muffins on a table with fresh carrots.

Bread Breakfast Snacks

Whole Wheat Carrot Turmeric Muffins

October 19, 2020October 19, 2020 Laura Yautz 0 Comments Healthy Fats, High Vitamin A, Low Sodium

Whole Wheat Carrot Muffins are deliciously healthy; whole grains, no added sugar, and vegetables, but lightly sweet, and super moist!

Green soup in a bowl with homemade croutons. Whole green grape tomatoes and grilled cheese sandwich on plate in background. Text overlay: Garlic Roasted Green Tomato Soup.

Lunch Soup

Roasted Garlic Green Tomato Soup

October 9, 2020October 11, 2020 Laura Yautz 2 Comments High Vitamin A, High Vitamin C, High Vitamin K, Low Fat, Low Sodium

Too many green tomatoes calls for this easy and delicious Roasted Garlic Green Tomato Soup! Sautéing the tomatoes with the onions helps to reduce their tart qualities, while giving them a deep caramelized flavor that goes perfect with grilled cheese, or all by itself!

Lunch Main Dish

Roasted Kale Salad with Apple Maple Vinaigrette

October 4, 2020October 4, 2020 Laura Yautz 0 Comments Healthy Fats, High Calcium, High Fiber, High Iron, High Magnesium, High Potassium, High Protein, High Vitamin A, High Vitamin C, High Vitamin K, Low Sodium

This roasted kale salad is perfect for Fall, boasting seasonal roasted veggies like beets, butternut squash and potatoes, and sporting a delicious, homemade Apple Maple Vinaigrette!