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Healthy Flavors®, prepared by Chef Jim Coleman, pictured on the right, is aligned with the American Dietetic Association (ADA) and brought to CN8 by Deborah Heart and Lung Center. Chef Jim Coleman teaches his audience to cook healthier withour sacrificing flavor. Feel free to review our extensive library of recipes, mix and match to create your own full course meals.There's something healthy, and delicious for everyone! chef jim coleman

New Recipes!
Spanish Rice
Nasoya “Garlic & Onion” Tofu with Corn, Tortilla Soup
Turkey Sausage Cassoulet with Three-Bean Ragout
Blueberry and Port Cobbler with Pumpkin Dumpling Crust
Southwestern Three-Bean Salad
Tofu Mango Ice Cream

Entrée Salads
Why not try a new salad for a change? Chef Coleman creates healthy and satisfying entrée salads to suit everyone’s taste.
Garlic Crusted Steak Salad
Caesar Salad Wraps and Goat Cheese, Olive Oil, Roasted Red and Yellow Peppers Pizza
Grilled Tuna and Cannellini Bean Salad
Poached Chicken Salad with Marinated Vegetables
Caesar Salad Tuna Burgers on Garlic Crostini
new
Orange Rosemary Vinaigrette

Spectacular Superfoods
Incorporate Superfoods into your diet for enhanced nutrition and Healthy Flavors.
Whole Wheat Linguini topped with Walnut Spinach Pesto Broccoli-Mashed Potatoes
Chocolate Nut Brownies

Traditional Made Healthy
Chef Coleman “lightens-up” some traditional favorites to give them Healthy Flavors
Creole Seafood Gumbo
Spicy Apple Pork Chops
Decadent Chocolate Orange Cake 
Risotto Rice Pudding

Healthy Mushrooms
Mushrooms are valued for their versatility and distinctive flavor. Different varieties of mushrooms are used in these recipes
Wild Mushroom Salad
South Pacific Spiced Butternut Squash/Mushroom Soup
Roast Tenderloin over Shrimp Risotto with Portobello

Healthy Cooking 1-2-3
Healthy Cooking doesn’t have to be complicated! Cookbook author, Rozanne Gold shows how easy it is to whip up recipes with Healthy Flavors using just three ingredients.
Roasted Asparagus and Orange Salad with Asparagus Fettuccini
Roasted Beets and Garlic with Balsamic Syrup and Dried Beet Greens
Sauteed Chicken Breast with Oven Dried Grapes

Healthy Hearty Autumn
There’s a chill in the air, but don’t worry, Chef Coleman comes to the rescue with three satisfying but healthy, hearty recipes.
Clam Chowder
Chicken and Dumplings
Phyllo and Cherry Turnovers

Understanding Grains and Tofu
Tofu is not just for vegetarians! Whole grains are an essential part of a healthy diet. Whole grains are easy to prepare and chock-full of Healthy Flavors..
Barley, Lentil and Tofu Mini Casseroles
new New Mexico Baked Peppers with Lemon Brown Rice and Black Beans
Marinated Vegetables and Tofu Fajitas
Wild Rice, Lentil and Fennel Salad with Lemongrass Vinaigrette
Tofu Shrimp and Pea Crustless Mini Quiches
Chicken Breast Stuffed with Apple and Bulgar Grain Filling
Chocolate Tofu Cake
Walnut and Rolled Oats Pie
Chocolate Tofu Pie

Latino Inspiration for Health
Spice up your life with Chef Coleman’s Latino-inspired menu
Tomato, Spinach and Cauliflower Soup
Kale and Swiss Chard Empanadas
Red Snapper with a Pineapple and Tomatillo Vinaigrette
Quinoa Vegetable Soup
Shrimp and Spaghetti Squashed Chili Rellenos
South American Flank Steak with a Cheese Tortilla Roll-Up

Healthy Soups and Breads
Nothing could be simpler or more satisfying than a meal of soup and bread. Chef Coleman whips up
Roasted Tomato and White Bean Soup with Herb Pesto
Tunisian Tomato Soup with Chickpeas and Lentils
Mediterranean Olive Bread

Breakfast of Healthy Flavors
Chef Coleman creates a delicious and healthy breakfast menu that will inspire you to get out of bed and get into the kitchen. Tomato Fritters with Mixed Greens
Banana Bread
Tofu Smoothies
Apple and Pine Nut Coffee Cake
Mango Walnut Quick Bread

Valentine's Day
Say, “I love you” with a beautifully prepared Heart Healthy Valentine's Day meal for your loved one. Spend time with Chef Coleman to learn how to fill Valentine's Day with “Healthy Flavors
Pan Seared Sea Scallops with Risotto and Bruschette in an Orange Olive Oil Vinaigrette
Beet Salad with Blood Orange, Goat Cheese and Walnuts
Dark Chocolate Soufflé
Warm Chocolate and Banana Cake with Warm Chocolate Sauce

Mother’s Day
What better way to say, “Thanks Mom” than by planning and preparing a Mother’s Day feast for the Heart. Spend a half hour with Chef Coleman to learn how to fill Mother’s Day with “Healthy Flavors”.
Roasted Red Pepper Soup
Anise-Rubbed Roasted Chicken, Mushroom Couscous
Creamy Lemon Yogurt Mousse
new Olive Oil Chiffon Apple Cake

Spicy
You don't have to sacrifice flavor and bold ingredients to eat healthy. Chef Coleman and guest Dr. Christine Gerbstadt, a spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association, will put together some beautiful recipes using a little bit of spice and some rich “Healthy Flavors”.
Roasted Salmon with Avocado Jalapeno Salsa
Grilled Chicken Breast with Melon Salsa and Tortilla and Arugula Salad
Blackberry Shortcake with Minted Orange Chantilly

Delicious Healthy Desserts
An important ingredient for a healthy diet is your enthusiasm. Dessert can help us to maintain that fervor.
Angel Food Cake
Banana Chocolate Trifle
Glazed Fruit Turnovers
Red and Blue Oatmeal Muffins
Chocolate Tofu Pie
Grilled Fruit Crisp

Mediterranean
With 16 countries to choose from, exactly what is the Mediterranean diet? Fresh vegetables and fish are some of the elements that compose these recipes prepared with “Healthy Flavors”.
Mediterranean Salad
Portobello Salad with Chipotle Portabella Vinaigrette
Grilled Tuna atop a Grilled Vegetable Antipasto
Butterflied Leg of Lamb with Lemon, Herbs and Garlic
Cherry Tart

Asian
Far from heavy and greasy, Chef Coleman shows how true Asian cuisine is packed with bright, crispy, “Healthy Flavors”.
Chicken Ginger Noodle Soup
Asian Crab Cakes
Peanut Noodles with Shredded Chicken and Vegetables
Asian Shrimp and Scallop Salad with Lemongrass Vinaigrette
Pan Seared Asian Tofu with Lemongrass Ginger Mixed Greens
Asian Fruit Compote

Vinegar
Vinegar adds flavor and zip to dressings, sauces and marinades. Transform vinegar into “Healthy Flavors”.
Beefsteak Tomato and Sweet Onion Napoleon with a Balsamic Vinaigrette
Grilled Asparagus and Red Onions with Parmesan and Balsamic Vinegar
Pan-Seared Trout with Orange and Basil Vinaigrette and Parisian Vegetables
Pineapple and Sage Macaroon Tart with Honey-Vinegar Syrup and Frozen Nutmeg Yogurt

Healthy Italian
The Asian influence on classic Italian dishes? Chef Coleman will surprise you with how delicious “Italian” can be when it’s made with “Healthy Flavors”.
Bowties with Italian Garden Vegetables
Saute of Chicken with Tomatoes and Garlic
Orzo with Portabellos and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Linguine With Clams, Green Tomatoes and Saffron
Chicken Sandwich Lightly Coated In Olive Oil
Penne with Roasted Chicken and Radicchio served with Mixed Greens
Tofu, Sundried Tomato, Artichoke and Spinach Lasagna
Low Fat Tiramisu

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