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Thinking Outside the Box Recipes

Thinking Outside the Box meals offer quick, healthy and economical solutions for your busy lifestyle. They also include tips and suggestions on how to use the leftover items after preparing your meal.

Many of the following recipes were featured in Healthy Habits articles and Facebook posts. They feature a key nutrient and align with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and may even be a tastier and healthier version of a high-fat or high-calorie dish.

Quick Microwave Quesadillas(pdf | 130.5 KB)
Shrimp and Grits(pdf | 130.02 KB)
Double A Brownies(pdf | 100.63 KB)
Pressure Cooker "Tomatoey" Pasta(pdf | 113.43 KB)
Classic American Goulash(pdf | 101.96 KB)
Thanksgiving Meatloaf Dinner(pdf | 126.02 KB)
Turkey Alfredo(pdf | 90.94 KB)
Chicken and Dumplings(pdf | 118.11 KB)
On the Go Instant Oatmeal(pdf | 110.96 KB)
Cuban Style Red Beans and Rice(pdf | 124.39 KB)
Peach Cobbler(pdf | 120.43 KB)
Harvest Stew with a Touch of Moroccan Flavor(pdf | 113.77 KB)
Grilled Fish Burgers with Cucumber Dill Sauce(pdf | 129.72 KB)
Lunch and Picnic Worthy Quinoa Salad(pdf | 103.35 KB)
Sun-Dried Tomato and Chicken Penne Pasta(pdf | 122.41 KB)
BBQ Chicken and Biscuits(pdf | 100.5 KB)
Quick and Easy "Peanutty" Pork Lo Mein(pdf | 95.53 KB)
Veggie Burrito Bowl(pdf | 104.15 KB)
Pork Loin & Sauerkraut(pdf | 153.63 KB)
Turkey and Biscuits(pdf | 114.3 KB)
Pumpkin Waffles and Chicken Dinner (Oh Yeah)(pdf | 150.32 KB)
Pork Schnitzel with Parmesan Noodles and Stewed Apples(pdf | 193.05 KB)
Enchilada Chicken Casserole(pdf | 163.82 KB)
Kale Spaghetti(pdf | 161.12 KB)
Better Than Takeout: Shrimp Fried Rice(pdf | 180.21 KB)
Cajun Shrimp with Fettucine(pdf | 190.05 KB)
Grilled Chicken (Leftover) and Basil Pizza(pdf | 189.18 KB)
Spicy Primavera Pasta(pdf | 474.28 KB)
Tuna Bahn-Mi(pdf | 175.06 KB)
Sweet Asian Egg Noodles with Chicken(pdf | 185.71 KB)
Orange Glazed Salmon & Red Risotto(pdf | 242.56 KB)
Quinoa Veggie and Lean Protein Bowl(pdf | 173.67 KB)
Huevos, Beans & Tortillas with Mole Sauce(pdf | 252.47 KB)
Tuna Tacos with Quick Peach Salsa(pdf | 301.74 KB)
It's a shame that's pizza!(pdf | 392.12 KB)
Quick & Pleasing Spring Rolls(pdf | 308.5 KB)
Grandma’s Hamburger Vegetable Soup(pdf | 246.99 KB)
Chunky Chicken Chili(pdf | 157.97 KB)
Jerk Chicken with a Tang & Brown Rice(pdf | 247.77 KB)
"Holiday" Meatballs(pdf | 177.52 KB)
Quick Stovetop Tuna Mac(pdf | 177.3 KB)
Shrimp Couscous(pdf | 251.01 KB)
Mixed Bean Chicken Chili(pdf | 168.91 KB)
Kale Spaghetti(pdf | 179.76 KB)
OktoberFest Pork Chops & Spätzle(pdf | 181.02 KB)
Quick Brunswick Stew with Cornbread(pdf | 234.95 KB)
Chicken Kabobs and Barley Pilaf(pdf | 178.06 KB)
Semi-Homemade Spaghetti Sauce(pdf | 249.55 KB)
Mayonnaise-Free Chicken Salad Sandwich(pdf | 236.84 KB)
Tuna Steak Packets & Pasta (pdf | 342 KB)
Asian Lettuce Wraps with Blue Cheese Peaches(pdf | 235.62 KB)
Twisted Pasta Salad(pdf | 254.54 KB)
Mushroom Turkey Burger(pdf | 292.92 KB)
Shrimp Quesadilla(pdf | 295.22 KB)
Hobo Ham and Dumplings with a Fresh Salad(pdf | 228.09 KB)
One-Pot Quick Shrimp "Lo-Mein"(pdf | 255.02 KB)
Go Green(pdf | 226.87 KB)
Quick and Nutritious Nachos?(pdf | 597.86 KB)
BBQ Chicken Pita Pizza(pdf | 261.29 KB)
Easy Crab Cakes & Salad with Avocado Dressing(pdf | 174.78 KB)
Robert's Go-To Stir-Fry(pdf | 341.79 KB)
Quick Chicken Noodle Soup...(pdf | 259.23 KB)
Start Your Day with Breakfast!(pdf | 308.56 KB)
Twisted Buffalo Strips(pdf | 219.62 KB)
Quick Beans and Rice(pdf | 261.36 KB)
Salmon & Italian Pasta(pdf | 241.99 KB)
Salmon Burgers(pdf | 99.2 KB)
Chicken + Vegetables = Stir-Fry Happiness(pdf | 347.12 KB)
Veggie Pizza & Sliced Kiwi(pdf | 290.29 KB)
How to Make MyPlate Work for You(pdf | 490.96 KB)
Field Trip Safe Lunch(pdf | 233.25 KB)
Heart-Healthy Pasta & Tuna(pdf | 263.63 KB)
Sweet Potato & Apple Pork Chops(pdf | 650.95 KB)
Make a MyPlate of Nachos(pdf | 257.02 KB)
Speedy Chicken Gyros and "Salsa"(pdf | 206.81 KB)
Pizza Can Be a Healthy Option(pdf | 245.96 KB)

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