Check Out These Yummy Recipes!!!

I love getting creative with food!!! When Fitness Magazine came out with their May issue, I could not wait to see what recipes they recommended for the early spring time...let me just say delicious!!

The first recipe I tried was: Moroccan Chicken Thighs http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/recipes/quick-recipes/dinner/healthy-summer-dinner-recipes/?page=4

Instead of chicken thighs, I used Chicken Quarters. I always cook chicken with the skin on, but then take it off before eating! This dish was quite delicious and unique...I have never had a mixture of apricots, chickpeas, and couscous before! The recipe makes 4 servings. Per Serving/398 Calories, 33g Protein, 31g Carbs, 13g Fat, 5g Fiber

The next recipe was: No-Stir Risotto w/Scallops http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/recipes/quick-recipes/dinner/healthy-summer-dinner-recipes/?page=2

For this recipe I took the left over chicken meat, couscous, chickpeas, & apricots and added it to this dish! I did not have any more dry white wine, so I substituted dry red wine and the taste was amazing! I also replaced arugula with spinach. This dish was yummy, however not as creative as the Moroccan Chicken. This recipe makes 4 servings. Per Serving/478 Calories, 29g Protein, 63g Carbs, 9g Fat, 2g Fiber.

One of my husband's favorite activities is to hunt. With this interest comes a freezer full of Venison...yum!! Venison is a healthier substitute to Beef, and can also be healthier than ground turkey if grounded yourself (go us!) I have an amazing recipe for Venison Zucchini Boats!!
http://www.cooks.com/rec/view/0,1826,137181-225200,00.html
My recipe is very similar, except obviously subbing venison for ground beef. I also replace the tomatoes with mushrooms. I do not used bread crumbs either! After scraping the Zucchini, I chop the scrapes and add it to the filling...also adding a little pesto to the mixture as well! I also do not use American Cheese but grated Parmesan Cheese instead!! Overall, an excellent & healthy meal!!! One Zucchini boat is 197 Calories!!
***For a side dish try mixing whole wheat couscous or rice with black beans and a mango...OMG!!! I used this as a side with my Zucchini Boats!***