Posts by Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates
Black Bean and Corn Salad
Portion Size: 1 cup Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 2 (14. 5 oz. can) black beans Drained and rinsed 2 cups uncooked brown rice 5 cups water 1/2 cup green bell pepper Washed, trimmed and diced 1 cup tomatoes Washed, trimmed and diced 1 cup frozen corn kernels Thawed. Optional 1 (4oz.) can slice…
Read MoreMediterranean White Bean and Pasta Salad
Portion Size: 1 cup Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 3 (15 oz.) cans no added salt white beans Drained and rinsed 1 lb. pasta May use any size/shape. 1 cucumber Washed, trimmed and diced 1 cup tomatoes Washed, trimmed and diced ½ cup red onion Washed, peeled and diced. (or may use any onion)…
Read MoreTomato Curry Lentil Stew
Portion Size: 1 cup. Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 3 cups dry lentils 6 cups water 1 ¼ pounds stewed tomatoes 1 small onion Wash, peel and diced 1 green pepper Wash, trim and diced 6 stalks celery Wash, trim and diced 1 teaspoon curry powder 4 cloves garlic Washed, peeled and minced.…
Read MoreBean and Cheese Burrito
Portion Size: 1 Burrito Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 8 (8 inch) flour tortilla 1 cup chopped onion Washed, trimmed, and chopped. Optional 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil As needed 2 (16) Ounce can vegetarian refried beans 4 Cups shredded cheddar cheese For vegan:use vegan cheese 4 Cups shredded lettuce Washed, trimmed and shredded. Optional…
Read MoreLentil Soup
Portion Size: 1 cup. Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 3 cups dry lentils 6 cups water 1 can (15 oz.) diced tomatoes 1 small onion Wash, peel and diced 3 stalks celery Wash, trim and diced 2 carrots Washed, peeled and diced 2 teaspoons garlic powder Washed, peeled and minced. Or 2 t.…
Read MoreBarley, Orange, and Garbanzo Bean Salad
Portion Size: 1 cup Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 2 (14. 5 oz. can) garbanzo beans Drained and rinsed 1 (14. 5 oz. can) pinto beans Drained and rinsed 2 cups uncooked barley 5 1/2 cups water 1/2 cup orange juice 2 cup orange pieces Washed, peeled and chopped. Optional 2 cups fresh spinach…
Read MoreBarley and Bean Southwestern Salad
Portion Size: 1 cup Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 1 (14. 5 oz. can) black beans Drained and rinsed 1 (14. 5 oz. can) pinto beans Drained and rinsed 2 cups uncooked barley Or may sub. brown rice 5 1/2 cups water 1/2 cup green bell pepper Washed, trimmed and diced 1 cup salsa…
Read MoreVegetarian Lunch Beans and Lentils Recipes
Lentil and Potato Soup
Portion Size: 1 1/2 cup. Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 3 cups dry lentils 6 cups water 1 can (15 oz.) diced tomatoes 1 small onion Wash, peel and diced 3 stalks celery Wash, trim and diced 2 carrots Washed, peeled and diced 2 teaspoons garlic powder Washed, peeled and minced. Or 2…
Read MoreLentil and Garbanzo Bean Salad
Portion Size: 1 cup Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Notes: 2 cups dry lentils Wash and drain 2 (14 oz.) cans no added salt garbanzo beans Drained and rinsed. 1 cup diced carrots Wash, peel and dice 1/2 cup red onion Wash, peel and dice 2 cloves garlic, minced Or 1 t. garlic powder 1…
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