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Hearty and heart-healthy. This wild rice soup is the ultimate comfort food minus the guilt.
A new spaghetti night family-favorite. This spaghetti squash with roasted tomatoes provides a lighter take on an iconic pasta dish with a fresh Tuscan twist.
These savory spinach and ricotta cheese dumplings dipped in your favorite marinara sauce are perfect for the big game or your next dinner party.
Set your table this spring with simplicity. This simple salmon recipe embraces the tastes of the season with fresh ingredients and zesty flavors.
But first, brunch! Plan ahead for your Easter breakfast with this sweet and simple French toast recipe with fresh berries and a dash of cinnamon.
This refreshing dish with a Mediterranean flair is great to serve at a dinner party or as leftovers. Omit the shrimp and add a can of no-salt-added chickpeas to make it a meatless vegetarian meal.
The perfect fit for a family meal in a pinch. Serve low-sodium black beans and a pinch of salt and cayenne pepper for an extra boost of fiber!
Treat your valentine with a luscious low-calorie dessert. This lighter take on chocolate mousse with a raspberry twist is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth minus the guilt.
Looking to start your new year off on the lighter side? Add this simple Horseradish Crusted Salmon to your dinner menu this week for a fresh dose of protein and flavor.
Cozy up with a bowl of the season's finest flavors. Set the table and the tone this holiday season with creamy butternut squash soup.
Gobble-gobble up a bowl of delicious turkey chili that is as heart healthy as it is hearty. Whether you choose to make it the star of your Thanksgiving table setting or whip it up with post-Thanksgiving leftovers, this dish is sure to be a hit.
Wake up and smell the fall! Mix up your breakfast plans with this French toast recipe with a cinnamon-citrus twist.
All the goodness of a steak dinner combined into one dish! Cooper Clinic RDN Kathy Duran-Thal creates a salad that is as hearty as it is healthy.
Cooper Clinic RDN Kathy Duran-Thal combines her favorite sweet and savory flatbread toppings.
Tired of sacrificing taste for time? This flavorful fish dish will easily become your new weeknight favorite. Recipe provided by Cooper Clinic Nutrition Services.
Peachy keen. Satisfy your summer sweet tooth the lighter way with a good old-fashioned peach cobbler.
Looking for a refreshing summer side dish? Brighten up your backyard barbecue with fresh feta and flavors from the garden.
A Texan flair. Cooper Clinic RDN Kathy Duran-Thal puts a Texas twist on a refreshing summer dish.
Spice it up! Blend up this simple salsa that packs a punch for Cinco de Mayo.
This healthier spin on mac‘n cheese boasts a nutrition boost with hidden vegetables, without losing any of the classic cheesy flavor.
A side of summer. This salad finds its way to every quinoa lover's heart with fresh summer flavors and an added crunch.
Easy never tasted so good! This citrus garlic chicken is as fast to make as it is flavorful making it the perfect weeknight dinner dish.
Spice things up in the kitchen with this Oaxaca, Mexico inspired salsa. Serve with your favorite Mexican dishes, grilled meats or chips.
Care for your heart while you satisfy your appetite. Your family will feel all the love with this heart-smart lasagna loaded with vegetables.
Packed with protein, nutrients and powerful antioxidants, this yogurt parfaits can be an ideal choice for breakfast on-the-go.
Count your blessings and satisfy your sweet tooth at the same time. This sweet potato casserole topped with brown sugar and pecans is sure to be the hit at your Thanksgiving table.
Fall is in the air! These darling mini desserts are sure to spice up any celebration and are as easy as (pumpkin) pie to make.
Grilled, sautéed, baked or roasted? However you like your chicken cooked, try preparing with our recipe using apricots and fresh rosemary.
Try grilling your fruit! Marinate pineapple with fresh mint and sugar for a delicious spring time snack.
These delicious gluten-free muffins are easy to whip up, low in calories and full of protein for a filling breakfast or snack.
Oh the wonders of watermelon! Make this delicious and nutritious watermelon strawberry smoothie for a refreshing twist on breakfast.
Cherries are a great source of vitamin C, fiber and magnesium. Whip up this chocolate cherry smoothie for breakfast or dessert for just 295 calories!
Typical seafood bisque contains approximately 500 calories and 40 grams of fat. Try this lighter version instead, coming in at 195 calories/serving.
Follow along and make this easy and healthy trail mix recipe. Each 1/2 cup serving is just 146 calories.
Spice up your classic grilled cheese sandwich with these healthier version from our Cooper Clinic dietitians.
This quinoa pilaf by Kathy Duran-Thal, RDN, is a heart-healthy side dish for dinner or lunch.
If you are in the mood for a healthy and delicious soup full of flavor, this soup is just right.
Prepare this simple appetizer the next time you have friends and family over.
Rich in potassium, fiber and B-vitamins, pumpkin muffins are a great seasonal treat!
This refreshing and flavorful side dish is perfect for a family dinner or larger gathering.
This flavorful tofu recipe is low on calories and packed with protein to keep your body fueled properly.
Add some zest to your table with this spiced-up side dish. Cauliflower is one of the four cruciferous veggies Dr. Cooper recommends for a healthy and nutritious diet.
Share a delicious chocolate dessert with your loved ones this Valentine's Day! Did we mention it's low on sugar, fat and calories?!
A sweet and light treat to brighten up your morning or serve as the perfect afternoon snack.
Grilled pineapple with maple cream sauce is the perfect sweet treat for summer.
Enjoy vegetable stir fry with the added benefits of chia seeds.
For a quick healthy dessert, whip up a batch of chia seed pudding. Recipe provided by Cindy Kleckner, RDN, LD, FAND, Cooper Fitness Center.
Rich in antioxidants and flavor, these tomatoes make for the perfect side dish.
Topping off fresh strawberries with a creamy Romanoff sauce is the perfect tasty treat.