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In The Kitchen

Thrive Carolinas / In The Kitchen (Page 14)

Stone Fruit Salad

Discover a burst of summer on your plate with our irresistible Stone Fruit Salad recipe – a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors in every delicious forkful! Any stone fruit will do. I used nectarines, cherries, and plums. Peaches would be delicious. Ingredients: 2 lbs ripe fruit One package of Haloumi cheese 1 tbl lemon juice Directions: Grill or pan fry Haloumi according to the directions on the package. Allow cheese to cool for several minutes. Meanwhile, remove the pit from the fruit and slice it into several pieces. Drizzle lemon juice and mix. When cheese is cool enough to handle, slice it into large chunks and add to the fruit. Dress with vinaigrette and toss to mix. For a substitution: Try fresh ricotta, burrata, or mozzarella. ...

Healthy Non-Dairy Queso

Dive into a guilt-free delight with our Non-Dairy Queso recipe. This creamy, plant-based dip offers rich flavors without the dairy, perfect for both taste and health-conscious snackers. Ingredients: 3 Medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces 2 Cups raw cashews soaked for 2 hours minimum and up to 8 hours, drained and separated into 3/4 cup and 1 1/4 cups 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped, and 1 medium tomato chopped, or 1 can of drained Rotel 2/3 cup nutritional yeast flakes 1 Tbls onion powder 1 Tbls garlic powder 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp chipotle chili powder or chili powder 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper 1/2 tsp dry mustard 1 tsp smoked paprika or regular paprika Direction: Boil carrots for 6-8 minutes or until tender. Drain and...

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Summer Simplified – Dips For Your Hips

Chips Dips and What You Put in Your Lips Will Blow Up Your Hips With relaxed days and late nights, we often want simple meals around an eased schedule. This can make us less likely to want to cook and more likely to want to graze or get takeout or even worse. Experts say weight gain is more common in the summer because of food choices, alcohol, and abundant social gatherings. Dips and sauces are an important place to intervene. To keep you on track, we have collected some of our Thrive favorites to keep you mindful.   DIPS Spinach and Avocado Dip This dip is packed with medicine but low in calories. Use it as a dip with vegetables or as a topping for chicken or fish. 5...

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Salmon with Blueberry Mango Salsa 

Pairing the salmon with the fruit salsa takes it to a higher level. You can use any fish in place of the salmon. The salsa adds flavor and powerful antioxidants.  Ingredients: ½ cup blueberries 1 tsp olive oil 1/3 cup peeled, diced mango Salmon filets 3 oz 2 T minced red onion Sea salt and black pepper for salmon 2 T minced red pepper 2 T chopped fresh cilantro 1 T lime juice ½ t minced jalapeno pepper 1 t honey ¼ t sea salt Directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Mix all ingredients except salmon and olive oil in a bowl. Keep in the fridge and allow to sit at least 20 minutes. It can be made a day ahead as well. Season salmon with olive oil and salt...

Creamy Basil Dressing

This Creamy Basil Dressing is great on salads and summer veggies! Ingredients: 1c cashews, raw and unsalted (water for soaking cashews) 1/2 cup oat milk (can sub other unsweetened plant milk) 1/4 cup olive oil 3 cups fresh basil leaves 1/4 cup nutritional yeast 2 T lemon juice 1/2 T onion powder 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp Italian seasoning 1 tsp salt Instructions: Cover the cashews with hot water and soak for 30min  Discard the soaking water (cashews can also soak overnight). Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor -- drained cashews, milk, oil, spices, basil leaves, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice. Blend on high for about 3 minutes until everything is creamy and smooth.  (You can add a little extra milk or olive...

Quick Lime Marinated Shrimp Ceviche

This Shrimp Ceviche recipe is a simple take on a proven winner. It's a fresh way to bring lots of healthy ingredients into one dish! Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and tails removed. ½ cup of lime juice 1 t lime zest 1/3 cup red onion, thinly sliced ¼ cup green pepper, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced Half of a jalapeno, seeds removed, sliced thinly ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves removed 1 avocado, cubed 1 t red pepper flakes Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add shrimp. Remove from heat and stir until shrimp just turn pink. Drain and rinse with cold water. Cut each shrimp into thirds and set aside to cool. In a glass or porcelain bowl,...

Shrimp Curry

Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 t salt ½ cup green bell pepper 2 garlic cloves, minced ½ cup sliced carrots 1-inch piece of ginger, peeled and minced ½ c onions cut into thin strips 1 can of coconut milk full fat 2 T coconut oil 1 T tomato paste 1 t ground cumin 1 T lime juice 1 t ground coriander Fresh cilantro for garnish 1 t paprika Directions: Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped vegetables and sauté until they are tender and lightly browned (about 5 minutes). Add garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin, coriander, paprika, and salt. Cook for 1-2 minutes stirring often until fragrant. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink. Mix well with...

Motivation: Healthy Grilling Tips

Dr. Palermo talks about healthy grilling tips in this week's Motivation! Properly cleaning the grill, choosing high-quality meats, cooking with marinades and herbs, and making sure you don’t let things char on the grill are all ways to make summertime grilling healthier! Learn more in Dr. Palermo's video below! ...

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Roasted Beets with Orange & Thyme

Elevate the humble beet to new levels of culinary delight with our irresistible Roasted Beets with Orange & Thyme recipe, where the vibrant flavors of citrus and aromatic thyme perfectly complement the earthy sweetness of roasted beets. Ingredients: 1 Bunch of beets (approximately 1 1/2 lbs) 1 tsp honey 1 tsp EVOO 1/4 cup of Orange juice 2 tsp orange zest 3 Tbls balsamic vinegar or vinegar 2 tsp Thyme Leaves, chopped Directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  Wash and peel beets. Drizzle beets with EVOO and salt & pepper. Wrap in tin foil and roast for 30-40 minutes, until tender. Cool. Cut beets into 1-inch pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl. Brizzle beets with balsamic vinegar, orange juice, and honey, and mix well....

Antioxidant-Rich Steak Marinade

Created: June 22, 2023 Updated: June 10, 2025 Marinating with antioxidant-rich herbs like rosemary, oregano, and basil can help reduce harmful free radicals produced during high-heat cooking. For the healthiest results, choose grass-fed, organic beef when possible, and pair your steak with plenty of vegetables. Keep condiments to a small portion; your plate should be mostly plants. Ingredients: 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1/2 cup avocado oil 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1 clove garlic, minced 2 tablespoons each of chopped fresh basil, oregano, and rosemary (6 tablespoons total) 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Dash of cayenne pepper (optional for heat) Directions: Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Place steak in a shallow dish or zip-top bag and pour marinade over...

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