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Mexican Quinoa Salad with jalapeño, corn and avocado for a spicy and smooth twist, plus a delicious lemony parsley garlic dressing you’ll want to use all summer.
July 24, 2022 | Spa Index
This salad is cool, crunchy, sweet and savory, our favorite salad profile, and under 150 Calories per serving.
May 13, 2020 | Spa Index
This hearty, crunchy and French-styled low-fat Celery Root Salad is one of the earliest recipes developed for the Pritikin health plan
December 1, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
This delicious salad has Acorn Squash, Tart Apples, Curried Lentils, Chopped Pecans, and more. A holiday salad or entree from Hilton Head Health Retreat.
October 18, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
This bright quinoa and beet salad is dense with color and nutrients, great warm or cold, and totes well to work or school.
September 16, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
This lighter version of a popular spicy and creamy corn recipe is terrific as a salads, vegetarian entree or side dish.
August 16, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
Hilton Head Health teaches guests how to makeover popular recipes, like this Loaded Baked Potato Salad which is now only 150 calories per serving.
July 10, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
This Warm Endive Wedge Salad recipe from Skyterra Wellness Retreat in North Carolina uses peppery endive, grapes, pistachios, and a really tasty cashew dill dressing. We call this “accidentally vegan” — and everyone enjoys it.
July 8, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
Make the most of sweet summery fruit, berries and herbs with a light Quinoa Fruit Salad with an herb dressing.
June 18, 2019 | Spa Index
A creamy, tasty chicken salad with grapes, walnuts and apples, perfect as a spa lunch.
June 1, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
Chicken Salad, Avocado Salad, Mexican favors — it all comes together in this burrito-inspired recipe.
May 22, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
Golden Door’s culinary team pride themselves on using varied and full-flavored dressings which rely on fresh citrus juices, herbs, and potent infusions.
May 11, 2019 | Spa Index
This Fruit and Wheat Berry Salad celebrates all the goodness of the Pritikin Eating Plan – fruit, vegetables, fresh herbs, and naturally-fiber-rich whole grains.
May 3, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
This sweet and crunchy carrot pineapple salad recipe is both vegetable and fruit rich, which fits right in with the recommended Pritikin Eating Plan.
May 3, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
This healthy salad recipe is both vegetable and fruit rich, which fits right in with the recommended Pritikin Eating Plan.
April 20, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
Imbued with the fresh zest of oranges and the earthy flavor of fresh beets and a tangy splash of vinegar, this recipe for Orange Marinated Beets recipe is a colorful and vibrant side dish for your spa lunch. Shared by Chef and Recipe Developer Lia Huber, guest Chef at Rancho La Puerta Spa and author of Nourished: A Memoir of Food, Faith and Enduring Love.
April 3, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
This potato salad adds garden vegetables and skips fatty mayonnaise. It was a Most Filling Dish winner in Pritikin’s Cooking School Recipe Contest.
January 21, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
Skip ordinary cheese and crackers and use crisp, leafy endives for a plant-based pre-meal platter instead. This delicious appetizer is courtesy of Skyterra Wellness Retreat.
December 1, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
Beneath its rough skin, jicama is pearly white, mildly sweet, and addictively juicy and crunchy, especially with a squeeze of lime. Slice it into elegant julienne and mix it with red cabbage and shredded carrots from the garden. Limes and grapefruit sparkle in the exotic citrus-based dressing.
July 27, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
Canyon Ranch Corporate Chef Scott Uehlein shows you how to create a delicious, easy, healthy game-day party dish, Buffalo Chicken Salad. Who needs those messy bones and sticky fingers and fat calories? This has all of the flavor of wings, plus flavor and sophistication.
July 24, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
Try these Sauteed Peaches with Pumpkin Seeds as a side dish for seafood or poultry, or, serve atop your favorite greens for a Warm Fruit and Greens Salad.
July 1, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
When paired with tomato and basil, spaghetti squash is a darn good replacement for spaghetti. Think of it as faux-pasta. This is good chilled, as a salad, and warm as an entree.
June 24, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
By adding a can of white water-packed tuna to a Pritikin approved bean salad, we’ve got a winning complete entree with this Summer Bean and Tuna Salad.
June 21, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
Asparagus and strawberries are combined with fresh radishes and rhubarb, resulting in a light, colorful, sweet and savory spa Strawberry Rhubarb Asparagus Salad.
June 6, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
These delicious spring rolls contain omega-3 essential fatty acids, are a pleasure to eat and simple to make. Perfect for lunch or spa party appetizers.
May 25, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
Here’s a delicious and super-easy Banana Berry Cottage Cheese Salad that hits the spot just about any time of day, from breakfast to snacks to a nighttime dessert. The tartness of berries. The creaminess of cottage cheese. The wonderful sweetness of bananas. You get it all in this little gem of a salad! And so easy to make! Thanks to the award-winning chefs at the Pritikin Longevity Center in Miami. For 40 years, the renowned health resort has helped tens of thousands worldwide adopt healthy lifestyle habits that dramatically reduce cholesterol levels, blood pressure, excess weight, and other heart disease risk…
May 1, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
Instead of “empty sugar calories” — what better way to start your day than with a fresh and tasty protein breakfast, crab and avocado infused with zingy, spicy flavors with a chili punch?
April 6, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
Grilled Turkey Burgers are a terrific departure from beef, and Broccoli Slaws are popular in our home and office. They tote well, last a long time and improve with a day or two in the fridge.
October 1, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
Pomegranates are a new superfood: They are high in vitamin C and potassium, a great source of fiber, and low in calories. Plus, they make this striking salad even more beautiful!
August 5, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
This tasty salad recipe by New Life Hiking Spa in Vermont uses fresh crisp cucumbers, cabbage, papaya and a tangy poppy seed dressing.
August 5, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
This simple salad by Canyon Ranch is a wonderful entree for a Southwestern luncheon. Serve the salad with spa guacamole on the side and fresh tropical fruit for dessert.
July 28, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
You’ll love this recipe’s complex blend of citrus zest, licorice-flavored fennel, tropical mango, and fresh cilantro.
May 8, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
Get all the deliciously tangy goodness of a Caesar but for about one-tenth the calories with this Pritikin Caesar Salad, always a hit in the dining room at the Pritikin Longevity Center.
February 1, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
This sesame chicken salad with pasta and sesame seeds and peanuts has a bonus of fresh spinach to make for a hearty and satisfying salad entree.
January 24, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
Get all the deliciously tangy goodness of a Sweet Waldorf Salad but for about one-tenth the calories with this sweet, savory and filling Pritikin Curry Waldorf Salad, always a hit with guests.
November 10, 2016 | Kitchens Spa Index
Chef Dan Richer was nominated by Rancho La Puerta guests to teach at La Cocina Que Canta. When he came to The Ranch, Chef Dan offered hands-on culinary experiences where guests prepared farm-to-table dishes under his direction. Dan’s clean cut and approachable teaching style kept the evening light and fun. Dan Richer is known for his fresh assembly of succulent salads and mouth-watering pizzas at his popular New Jersey restaurants, Razza Pizza Artigianale and Arturo’s Osteria & Pizzeria. He considers himself the anti-chef, trying to do less to the ingredients while allowing the meals he prepares to represent his philosophy of curating dishes of…
July 6, 2016 | Kitchens Spa Index
Scallops with Grapefruit Avocado Salsa — a vibrant, fresh and colorful meal. Full of nutrients, color, texture, and flavor.
June 14, 2016 | Kitchens Spa Index
Inspired by a book of summer recipes from Italy, this savory Strawberry Risotto is surprisingly delicious, not at all cloying as one might suspect. The berries impart a pleasant tannic quality, as in wine-like, staining the risotto a pale rose color. Rice is traditional, but this is also delicious made with farro, an ancient wheat grain popular in Italy. The recipe was created by Nani Steele, a featured guest during Rancho La Puerta’s Culinary Week, La Fiesta De La Cocina Que Canta, The recipe was created by Nani Steele, a featured guest during Rancho La Puerta’s Culinary Week, La Fiesta De La…
May 6, 2016 | Kitchens Spa Index
This is a perfect Cinco de Mayo recipe — when it’s customary to serve your favorite Latin American dishes.
April 19, 2016 | Kitchens Spa Index
This light, refreshing, and protein-rich Biggest Loser Sashimi Tuna Salad is perfect for a spa lunch.
April 11, 2016 | Kitchens Spa Index
The right food combinations at the right time of day can create high energy and metabolic levels. Mountain Trek chefs and nutritionist together create meals that work, including this Mountain Trek Gluten Afterglow Almond Butter Dressing served with salads or as a veggie dip. This is the most requested recipe at Mountain Trek and for good reason: it’s delicious and makes you want to eat salads! The most requested recipe at Mountain Trek! Mountain Trek has two beautiful locations to welcome guests who seek wellness adventures. The first is nestled above a pristine mountain lake in a private secluded…
May 3, 2015 | Kitchens Spa Index
This four citrus salad courtesy of Golden Door Spa in Escondido is light, lively, and beautiful. We are fortunate to have citrus year round so we don’t need to rely on specific seasons, but the salad is good any time of year if you wish to substitute a few citrus fruits available and supplement with other colorful fruits, including pear and pomegranate seeds.
March 16, 2015 | Kitchens Spa Index
Coriander Crusted Seared Scallops with Cilantro and Radicchio Salad topped with Bacon Vinaigrette
January 22, 2015 | Kitchens Spa Index
This Grilled Prawn Salad provides plenty of potassium, folate and heart-healthy fats. It makes for a delicious light lunch.
October 23, 2014 | Kitchens Spa Index
Rancho La Puerta Executive Chef Bill Wavrin, author of the best-selling Rancho La Puerta Cookbook, comments that this salad is “often requested by returning guests who can’t wait to get back and have it for lunch.” One of our readers notes: “This salad is easily adaptable for one person by just tossing a cut up apple with a handful of the loose ingredients, and then a splash of each wet ingredient, a shake of spice, and you’re there, in a few minutes flat. This healthy salad will also appeal to children.” Rancho La Puerta Executive Chef Bill Wavrin, author…
September 5, 2014 | Kitchens Spa Index
Toss this salad with some greens for a holiday salad or add some turkey from Thanksgiving for a scrumptious lunch or dinner.
September 4, 2014 | Kitchens Spa Index
This unique salad is wonderful for entertaining because it can be made ahead of time. In fact, we like it even better the day after it is made. Because it is so easy to serve it is perfect for buffet-style service, a delightful addition to holiday menus, and great for picnics and tailgate parties.
August 19, 2014 | Kitchens Spa Index
This colorful Watermelon Salad with Feta and Mint is cooling and hydrating for a hot summer. Try it for a spa party or reception, or just for you.
July 28, 2014 | Kitchens Spa Index
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Ribbons of summer squash are dressed in a Greek vinaigrette for an appealing summertime salad.
May 10, 2014 | Kitchens Spa Index
A salad full of super food nutrition thanks to kale, sweet potatoes, avocado, roasted seeds and lemon dressing
March 19, 2014 | Kitchens Spa Index
The beets in this salad give a hearty and rich, earthy flavor, which pairs well with the sweet caramelized onions and peppery arugula. The creamy goat cheese pulls it all together to make this salad fit and delicious!
March 17, 2014 | Kitchens Spa Index
This bright and festive Spinach Salad with Flax Seed Crunchies is full of flavor, nutrition and anti-oxidants from the pomegranate, spinach and flax.
January 8, 2014 | Kitchens Spa Index
Avocados, Walnuts and Bacon — all three of these foods are high fat, but satisfying in the right proportions.
December 23, 2013 | Kitchens Spa Index
NBC’s BIGGEST LOSER program is conducted at the Biggest Loser Resorts, but enthusiasts can duplicate many of its features recipes at home, including this tasty and aromatic recipe for Ginger and Lemongrass Turkey Sliders in Lettuce Cups, courtesy of its partnership with Jennie-O Turkey.
October 8, 2013 | Kitchens Spa Index
Biggest Loser Chef Devin Alexander found a way to create the Asian flavors you crave without breaking your calorie budget.
September 15, 2013 | Kitchens Spa Index
This Heart Healthy Chicken Fruit Salad is full of chunky chicken, tasty pineapple, sweet grapes, and a low fat dressing.
April 15, 2013 | Kitchens Spa Index
Like any bean salad, this one is best made ahead of time, so the flavors can meld. The dressing is equally good on garbanzo beans or kidney beans.
January 30, 2013 | Kitchens Spa Index
Canyon Ranch Spa guests have enjoyed Jet Fuel 5 Calorie Salad Dressing for more than 20 years. It can be customized in dozens of ways, too.
January 30, 2013 | Kitchens Spa Index
A savory California style salad with gigante beans, tomatoes, black olives, lemon zest, frisee, and pesto
September 24, 2012 | Kitchens Spa Index
This Chicken and Grape Salad was a favorite of guests at The Heartland Spa in Wisconsin. It’s sure to please and makes the perfect addition to a spa lunch menu.
June 1, 2011 | Kitchens Spa Index
Don’t let the long list of ingredients deter you from making this savory Chicken Salad Lettuce Cup. It’s worth it, plus, it has great protein calories and is very satisfying.
May 16, 2011 | Kitchens Spa Index
This light dish is sweet, savory, and tangy, and so easy to pull together. Enjoy it with fresh peaches during the summer, but you can also used frozen if that’s what you have.
March 25, 2011 | Kitchens Spa Index
1000 island dressing is versatile in any number of ways: Use it as a dip for raw vegetables, as a salad dressing, or spread it on sandwiches or burgers.
March 8, 2010 | Kitchens Spa Index
This salad dressing by Rancho La Puerta is a lovely citrus vinegar and oil recipe perfect for your summer salads, fish and seafood. It combines orange juice, oil and vinegar and wonderfully flavorful herbs — basil, cilantro, and thyme.
May 24, 2009 | Kitchens Spa Index
JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa in Thailand introduced Ginja Cook, a contemporary learning facility introducing rich Thai cuisine heritage to all age groups visiting the resort and spa. This is Ginja Cook’s recipe for a popular Thai Beef Salad.
June 10, 2007 | Kitchens Spa Index
