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7 Simple Deliciously Healthy Recipes to Start of the New Year

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Author: Imma Published:1/05/2017Updated:5/15/2021
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With New Year  in full swing, I wanted to share some of my favorite healthier  recipes  that you can make for your family and not feel guilty about eating. Eating healthier doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice flavor. Healthy Recipes

  1. Jamaican Cabbage and Shrimp – This  is a quick and easy aromatic stir fried cabbage Caribbean Style. Topped with sauté shrimp. A healthy, flavorful weeknight dinner. Get the   recipe here

Jamaican Cabbage and Shrimp 2. One pan salmon and green beans -Easy prep oven paprika baked salmon paired with  green beans. Seasoned with garlic , herbs. A healthy , low carb  one pot meal. Get the recipe here Paprika Salmon and green beans 3. A hearty and healthy  salad with tender, moist, flavorful chicken & citrus dressing that doubles up as marinade. Make the chicken without the salad  if salad is not your thing. So good! Get the recipe here Chicken Citrus Avocado Salad 4. Crispy Spiced Japanese Baked Sweet Potato fries. Tossed with spices and coconut oil . Light & healthy You’ll forget they are good for you. Get the recipe here  Japanese Baked Sweet Potato Fries 5. Braised chicken garlic thyme –This one pot chicken meal  is cooked to absolute perfection  in a flavorful garlic and mustard sauce with potatoes and vegetables. Weeknight meal couldn’t be any easier .Get the recipe here  Braised Chicken Garlic Thyme 6. Quick, easy and healthy salmon dinner made with pantry staple ingredients. In under 20 minutes, you are done. I make this all the time ! And it’s a winner with everyone.Get the recipe here  Pan seared salmon with spice rub 7. Sukuma Wiki- A healthy and  economical braised collard greens full of flavor and Spice . Collard greens done right! Vegan or not! Get the recipe here Sukuma Wiki Enjoy!!!!

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  1. Otunba Olufremi Mark Julius says

    Posted on 1/2 at 1:42AM

    Good morning, please I need the ingredients for all the above foods.

    Reply
    • imma africanbites says

      Posted on 1/2 at 2:59PM

      Happy New Year! Please click on each photo to view full printable recipe. Thank you.

      Reply
  2. Joel says

    Posted on 12/30 at 5:23AM

    Hi Linda, thank you for the good ideas! I love your recipes. Big hug from Switzerland – happy new year!

    Reply
  3. Linda says

    Posted on 1/26 at 8:34AM

    I’m new to your site… but I can’t wait to try your recipes. They look easy and flavorful.

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 1/26 at 8:39AM

      Hi Linda! Glad to have you here. Do let me know which ones you try it out and don’t hesitate to ask any questions. Happy Cooking !!!!

      Reply
  4. Molly says

    Posted on 1/9 at 11:21AM

    I LOVE your recipes!!!!! Healthy, delicious and easy to make. My family thanks you too!

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 1/10 at 2:13AM

      Hi Molly, I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for taking the time to let me know. So thrilled to know your family loves it too!!

      Reply
  5. Bolanle says

    Posted on 1/7 at 3:28AM

    I will definitely be trying the cabbage and shrimp.

    Thank you for taking the time to compile these. God bless you.

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 1/7 at 3:58AM

      Awesome! Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts with me . Happy New Year!

      Reply
  6. Urban @ Urbanskitchen.com says

    Posted on 1/5 at 1:58PM

    Will be sure to make a few of those especially that Chicken and Garlic Thyme.

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 1/7 at 4:00AM

      Yay! Happy New Year my friend.

      Reply

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