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This recipe for Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice is ideal as a side dish for both paleo friendly menus and low-carb entrees as well. It combines riced cauliflower in place of the grain, ghee, broth, and zesty flavors.
August 25, 2019 | 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
In this recipe for Grapefruit Blueberry Mojito Mocktails, fruit, mint, lime juice and honey are blended with club soda.
June 20, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
Deerfield Spa shares this easy recipe for chicken soft tacos perfect for a Healthy Taco Tuesday.
June 10, 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
This light and refreshing soup is perfect for a warm weather lunch. Garnish with your favorite toppings.
May 4, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
Rough Creek Lodge in Texas Hill Country is known for its family friendly resort and its beloved recipes for Texan cuisine, thanks to Chef Gerard Thompson’s modern interpretations of rustic American classics, which makes use of the areas fishing and hunting. Here, he shares his recipe for a creamy Tortilla Soup, a warm and heart soup popular with guests.
March 21, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
A tasty and cleaner version of usually high-fat eats — these Breakfast Tacos are easy to make and actually tote well to work when wrapped in foil.
March 2, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
This caffeine free Mint Orange Blossom Iced Tea recipe is a terrific recipe to serve at your Spa Parties, Receptions and Celebration Showers.
February 1, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
This colorful and tasty meatless burger was a Most Unique Recipe winner in Pritikin’s Cooking School Recipe Contest.
January 21, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
This delicious Chicken Enchilada Casserole is a high protein and low fat entree perfect for cold weather. Freezes well, and, you can make it in your slow cooker, too!
January 19, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
There are many known health benefits of infused water, including appetite control, weight control, blood sugar management, hydration, and immune support and defense. You’ll soon find that having a pitcher of Grapefruit and Coriander Infused Spa Water sitting out on a lovely tray, will make an inviting refreshment station, and you’ll reach for a glass more often.
January 1, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
There are many known health benefits of infused water, including appetite control, weight control, blood sugar management, hydration, and immune support and defense. You’ll soon find that having a pitcher of Blackberry Sage Infused Spa Water sitting out on a lovely tray, will make an inviting refreshment station, and you’ll reach for a glass more often.
January 1, 2019 | Kitchens Spa Index
This recipe is for a Lemon-Basil Mojito using fresh basil leaves, club soda, and lemon wedges.
December 1, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
This popular Pritikin Chicken in Sweet Chili Sauce dish is delicious served for dinner, and makes great leftovers at work the following day. Chop your leftover entree into a large lettuce leaf for a delicious summer salad roll or wrap.
October 1, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
Canyon Ranch Spa combines unique flavors to create Shrimp with Green Apple Chipotle Salsa, a delightful seafood entree perfect any time of year.
August 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
This no-cook Watermelon Gazpacho recipe replaces tomatoes (traditionally used in chilled gazpacho) with juicy, refreshing watermelon.
July 4, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
Combine your frozen mango chunks, spicy limeade, and orange juice to make this easy and spicy Mango Lime Mocktail, perfect for a summer barbecue, holiday or spa party. Thank you to Trader Joe’s for the recipe.
June 1, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
Sometimes you just want and need that crunchy, salty, savory mouth feel — you want chips! This is a nutritious option.
May 22, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
This usually high fat appetizer reduces calories by using only a few avocados, but adding the characteristic bright green color with the addition of fresh peas. No flavor is sacrificed, but a few calories are!
April 23, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
This plate of Sweet and Spicy Chicken is great for football season! You can share with your friends as an appetizer or serve it up with your favorite vegetables or salad for dinner.
January 22, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
These baked vegetarian enchiladas created by Rancho La Puerta’s Executive Chef fairly ooze with a delicious sauteed filling of chard, cheese and onion for a light and healthy main course.
January 12, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
Classic Huevos Rancheros is often served “divorce style” – named because small pools of red and green sauce beneath sunny side-up eggs are separated by beans. In this recipe, garden fresh frittata is served on a dish of colorful sauces.
January 1, 2018 | Kitchens Spa Index
This colorful Edamame Broccoli Dip is excellent with vegetable sticks, such as carrots, celery, and jicama, or with low-sodium, baked chips. 45 calories per serving.
December 3, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
Ojai Chicken Enchiladas was one of the most-requested recipes by guests of a former Health Retreat in California.
September 23, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
A 100-calorie fruit dessert nacho recipe made with juicy fresh berries topped with creamy topping and sweetened crisp tortilla strips.
September 23, 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
Chimichurri sauce is to Latin Americans what Ketchup is to Americans. This colorful and vibrant sauce has it origins in Argentina and Uruguay and is influenced by Mediterranean pestos.
June 19, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
Whether you’re brown bagging it, or making a quick lunch to enjoy at home, this tasty Black Bean and Veggie Wrap wrap will delight you and your family. Once they take a bite, they won’t even notice it’s chock full of good-for-you fruit, veggies, beans and brown rice!
March 25, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
Roasted cauliflower is the perfect comfort food for a cold weather meal. Served with a tangy Aioli.
March 1, 2017 | Kitchens Spa Index
Quinoa and Lentil Stuffed Peppers is a perfect vegetarian supper for both cold and warm weather seasons. Omit the Parmesan to make this an ideal vegan entree, too!
October 17, 2016 | Kitchens Spa Index
Sonoran Style Tacos refers to a soft corn tortilla, not fried, and milder flavors, including a green chili flavor, instead of red.
July 27, 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
This is a very satisfying turkey based taco, with enough density of high quality calories and flavors to make a complete meal at lunch or dinner. Some of the healthy fats come from the nutrient rich avocado.
September 2, 2015 | Kitchens Spa Index
Cucumber Avocado Soup is a quintessential menu item for a Spring spa party, reception, or to take to work when it’s overly warm outside. This version has creamy avocado so you feel just a bit more sated than you would without it.
July 22, 2015 | Kitchens Spa Index
Bloody Mary Gazpacho is zesty enough to waken the tongue, without the alcohol of the popular breakfast cocktail.
June 27, 2015 | Kitchens Spa Index
Corn, beans and squash are the principal foods of many Native American tribes. They’re called “the three sisters” because they support one another as they grow. The corn grows tall, allowing the bean vine to twine around her stalk. The bean fixes the nitrogen in the soil, and the squash has big leaves that hold in moisture.
October 13, 2014 | Kitchens Spa Index
This easy-to-prepare version of Huevos Rancheros is a perfect breakfast treat you can make on a work day.
September 13, 2014 | Kitchens Spa Index
This is a fun lunch or entree for one. A toasted whole wheat pita takes the place of a flour tortilla, and it is topped with spicy hummus, shredded chicken, chopped veggies and dab of guacamole or fat free sour cream.
May 17, 2014 | Kitchens Spa Index
This colorful creamy casserole pairs nicely with many of our Mexican spa cuisine dishes. Serve with black beans and our spa Southern Style Greens for a striking combination of colors and flavors. Great for the holiday table, too.
April 22, 2014 | Kitchens Spa Index
Posole is a traditional Latin american dish with ancient origins. Maize was a sacred plant for the Aztecs and pozole was created as a celebratory meal for special occasions.
October 11, 2013 | Kitchens Spa Index
This recipe for Grilled Chicken with Peach Relish uses up the last of your summer peaches (or nectarines), and contains zesty achiote paste, common in Yucatan and Oaxacan cuisine.
September 28, 2013 | Kitchens Spa Index
This creamy, garlicky Avocado Aioli is a topping for a delicious Grilled Prawn Salad, but is a wonderful dip for appetizers, salad dressing, or, as a topping for some of our light taco recipes, and even as a spread on sandwiches. Try it on a BLAT!
September 1, 2013 | Kitchens Spa Index
Bacon and Egg Breakfast burritos are an easy, wholesome and portable breakfast, at home or on the run.
April 8, 2013 | Kitchens Spa Index
This carne asada recipe is courtesy of Devin Alexander and NBC’s Biggest Loser program. A delicious and lean protein rich entree.
January 31, 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
This recipe for Grilled Pineapple with Strawberry Sauce is the best summer dessert when you are cooking outside.
May 14, 2012 | Kitchens Spa Index
Black beans, eggs, fresh salsa, and feta in a masa shell — Biggest Loser Breakfast Sopes are family approved and perfect for brunch with guests.
October 17, 2011 | Kitchens Spa Index
This light and refreshing quencher is perfect for warm summer afternoons by the pool or in the garden, or after a long walk and a jog.
July 4, 2011 | Kitchens Spa Index
A recipe for bright and flavorful Sangria Soleil by Golden Door Spa. Serve at your holiday parties, summer picnics, or receptions.
June 9, 2011 | Kitchens Spa Index
This spa party cocktail for ten is courtesy of Cal a Vie Health Spa in California. It mimics a spicy Bloody Mary without the alcohol. Consider serving it in Bloody Mary tumblers with skewers of fresh vegetables and a green olive for each guest.
December 20, 2009 | Kitchens Spa Index
Indian Springs Spa in Calistoga, California, serves a refreshing Cucumber Citrus infused Mineral Water to its guests during its Classic Mud Bath Treatment.
July 13, 2006 | Kitchens Spa Index
These Biggest Loser Fish Tacos are simple, fresh and satisfying. Kids love them as well.
March 1, 2006 | Kitchens Spa Index
This bright and fresh beans and grains entree was a Best Meatless Dish winner in Pritikin’s Cooking School Recipe Contest.
January 21, 2004 | Kitchens Spa Index
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