Healthy Recipe

To celebrate the season, I've been buying tomatoes and other in-season fruits like crazy. So when I needed a quick and light dinner after getting home late from the gym the other night, I knew I needed to use up some of my Summer crop.

The solution: tomatoes and peaches, tossed together into a refreshing salsa. Not wanting to overpower their delicate flavor, I decided to go with white fish for a filling dinner that's anything but heavy. And the best thing about this recipe? You can easily change it to showcase whatever other salsa-appropriate ingredients you have laying around or use it to make fish tacos, and the hardest part is chopping all the ingredients. It's perfect for a busy weeknight!

Check out the full recipe after the break.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for lycopene! It's important to load up on this powerful antioxidant found in tomatoes that fights cancer and heart disease. Also high in folate, vitamin C, and potassium, tomatoes are sweet and juicy; they taste like Summer. Here's a summery dip featuring cherry tomatoes with tofu to add protein and a creamy texture. The corn kernels add fiber and sweetness.

Keep reading to learn how to make this creamy dip.

A protein shake that tastes like a milk shake? Sounds too good to be true, but the proof is in the picture. This frothy concoction is from FitSugar reader dashingdish, who shared it in our Healthy Recipe group.

Protein shakes are an easy healthy breakfast that’s ready in five minutes. They are delicious and I’ve never met anyone who doesn’t like the creamy “milkshake-like” texture of my protein shakes.

The ingredients store well and you can “shake” up the flavor anytime by using sugar free/fat free pudding mixes, fruit, coco powder, and flavored extracts. It’s also a great way to get your protein while satisfying your craving for a dessert.  You stay full for hours, too!

Can't wait to try out this delicious-looking "milk shake"? Check out a few of dashingdish's protein shake recipes on her blog. And don't forget to share your own healthy recipes in our Healthy Recipe group in our Fit Community!

Being hungry and busy can mean a dinner that's only a delivery away. But before your gut guides you to the takeout menus, try whipping up this quick and easy chicken lo mein recipe from Dara8182, who posted it in our Healthy Recipe group.

Takeout Makeover! I decided to tackle a take out favorite and modify it with whole wheat spaghetti, lean chicken breast and a ton of fresh veggies. Lower in calories, fat and sodium, this is a tasty dinner that is quick and simple. Next time you reach for a takeout menu, try making this instead. Vegetarians can substitute tofu for chicken or just add some extra veggies.

Read on for more on how to make this healthy lo mein!

Take advantage of Summer peaches with this recipe for peach cucumber gazpacho posted in our Healthy Recipe group by FitSugar reader Sprint2theTable.

This chilled soup is a great light, summery starter or side dish. The serrano adds an unexpected bit of heat on the end of each crisp, sweet bite.

Learn how to make this recipe after the break!

Sick of the same old steamed broccoli side? Whip up a colorful and nutritious Summer soup like this broccoli and potato soup with red pepper cream that FitSugar reader thefitnessgourmet posted in our Healthy Recipe group.

This energizing green soup is a perfect way to get in your veggies!

Read on for the full recipe after the break.

Believe it or not, popcorn can be a healthy snack; corn kernels are considered a whole grain, and its nutritional benefits are similar to a serving of brown rice or whole wheat. It's the additives like sugar, oil, butter, and salt that stir up caloric trouble. Air popped popcorn has only 31 calories per one cup serving. Loaded with fiber, popcorn will aid digestion, make you feel fuller longer, and balance your blood sugar levels. Popcorn also has high amounts of polyphenols, an antioxidant that helps the body protect itself from free radicals. The B-complex vitamins found in popcorn provide an energy boost too. It's so easy to make homemade popcorn, either by microwave or stove top, so there's no excuse to opt for the pre seasoned bags. So you can indulge in a guilt-free snack that's still loaded with flavor, we've provided some healthy topping alternatives after the break.

This kale slaw will make a healthy alternative to traditional mayo-filled coleslaw at your next Summer barbecue. FitSugar reader Dara8182 posted it in our Healthy Recipe group.

This healthy and filling kale slaw is a fabulous alternative to traditional coleslaw. Vitamin-packed kale combined with red cabbage and carrots makes a fantastic side dish for your next cookout. The Thai peanut dressing is a flavorful, rich way to add some Asian flair to these healthy veggies.

Learn more about the recipe after the break!

Show your American pride with a red, white, and blue treat this holiday, like FitSugar reader Versastick does with a colorful and healthy dessert. She posted her recipe for this strawberry, blueberry, and Greek yogurt crepe in our Healthy Recipe group.

Read on for the full recipe!