It’s a 3-day weekend ~ bring on the BBQs, parties, and family get-togethers! Stay on track with your health goals by staying active, and allow yourself to enjoy the celebrations.
Whatever your plans include, share your healthy lifestyle with friends and family!

Mediterranean Turkey Burgers

Makes 4-5 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 pound 98% fat-free organic ground turkey
• Dried organic unsweetened cranberries
• 3 Tbsp. fat free feta cheese
• Fresh crushed garlic
• 1/4 cup spinach
• Salt & Pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup egg whites
• 3 Tbsp. olive oil

Directions:

Divide ground turkey into 4-5 patties. Next, add in cranberries, feta, garlic, spinach, salt, and pepper to each patty with your hands. Combine egg whites and olive oil in a separate bowl. Dip patties into the egg mixture. Grill over medium heat for about 4 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. Serve with a whole wheat bun or on portobello mushrooms with your favorite condiments.

Chickpea Patties

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

• 2 cups garbanzo beans, mashed
• 1/4 cup carrot, grated
• 1/2 onion, minced
• 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
• 1 tsp. paprika
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1 tsp. turmeric

Directions

Thoroughly mix ingredients together in a bowl. If the mixture is too crumbly, add water slowly (no more than 1 Tbsp. at a time) until it reaches a smooth yet firm consistency. Form the mixture into 4 burger-sized patties. Grill for about 3 minutes on each side or place in a greased skillet (we like using organic cooking spray or a little bit of grapeseed oil) and cook until evenly browned.

Serve with a whole wheat bun or on portobello mushrooms with your favorite healthy condiments.

Garlic & White Bean Hummus!

Makes 6 Servings

This tasty dip includes 3 powerful superfoods filled with body-boosting benefits.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cup cooked white beans
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 3 Tbsp. lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Pepper to taste
• Red pepper flakes for garnish

Directions:

Add all ingredients to food processor or high speed blender and puree until smooth. Keeps for 4-5 days in a covered container in the fridge. Serve with veggies, kale chips, or healthy flatbread!

Three Bean Salad

This salad is one of my all time favorite recipes. It’s SO EASY but will blow your taste buds away with flavor! You literally just throw all of the ingredients into a bowl, toss together, and BOOM! You’ve got yourself a yummy meal! You can top this over kale, quinoa, or just eat on its own!
Plus, it tastes better after a few hours of marinating, making it the perfect dish for a picnic potluck! Check out the recipe below!

Combine all of the below ingredients in a bowl. Mix and it’s ready to go! This recipe makes 3 servings. ;)

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup cannellini beans
• 1/2 cup garbanzo beans
• 1/2 cup kidney beans
• 1/4 cup diced celery
• 2 Tbsp. chopped red onions
• 2 Tbsp. chopped cilantro
• 2 Tbsp. chopped rosemary
• 2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• A pinch of salt and pepper

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Remember to take some time this weekend to be grateful for all the men and women who have served this country for our freedom. We are all able to do what we love each and every day because of their bravery! We are thankful for our families for their service and love.