July 2011

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Greek Veggie Kabob by Eileen Campbell

July 1, 2011 by Healthy Families BC | Posted in: Recipes | Tags: low sodium

Greek salad on a stick —how cool is that?

Preparation time: 5 minutes
Makes 6 servings

INGREDIENTS:

6 grape or cherry tomatoes 12 1⁄2-inch (1 cm) slices English cucumber 12 1⁄2-inch (1 cm) cubes feta cheese
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Quick Steamed Fish Fillets with Potatoes and Asparagus

July 1, 2011 by Healthy Families BC | Posted in: Recipes | Tags: low sodium

Makes 2 servings

This elegant supper for two is simplicity itself. The entire meal is prepared in a steamer and ready in 15 minutes.

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup small new red potatoes, quartered (250 mL) 1 cup asparagus, cut into 1-inch (25 cm) pieces (250 mL) 2 4-oz (125 g) fish fillets, about 1 inch (25 cm) thick
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Broiled Cilantro Ginger Salmon by Eileen Campbell

July 1, 2011 by Healthy Families BC | Posted in: Recipes | Tags: low sodium

This was a major hit with our taste panel. Broiling the fish on one side only keeps it moist, delicious and full of flavour.

Preparation time: 10 minutes / Marinating time: 30 minutes /
Cooking time: 7 to 10 minutes / Rimmed baking sheet, greased
Makes 6 Servings

INGREDIENTS:

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Lemon-Thyme Roast Chicken by Eileen Campbell

July 1, 2011 by Healthy Families BC | Posted in: Recipes | Tags: low sodium

A roast chicken that is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside is hard to beat.

Preparation time: 15 minutes/ Cooking time: 1 hour

INGREDIENTS:

1 whole roasting chicken (5 to 6 lbs/2.5 to 3 kg) 4 cloves garlic, minced
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Thai Turkey Stir Fry by Chriss Polson, BC

July 1, 2011 by Healthy Families BC | Posted in: Recipes | Tags: low sodium

This recipe is a great introduction to Thai cuisine. It's not too spicy, so it appeals to all ages, making it a great way for parents to introduce new foods and cultures to their family.

Preparation: 15 minutes | Cooking: 25 minutes
Makes 4 servings

INGREDIENTS:

1 tbsp vegetable oil (15 mL) 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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