ROASTED CANNED ARTICHOKES by Dr. Cindy Tanzar Plan: (Standard, Vegan/Vegetarian, & Maintenance) Serving information: One serving is 1 cup and covers your vegetable for one meal. This recipe is about as easy as it gets, but don’t be fooled, because it really is delicious. Canned artichokes take all the work out of preparing and eating […]
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these Raspberry Cheesecake Fat Blasters—low-carb, rich in healthy fats, and perfect for staying on track without sacrificing flavor.
What a perfect recipe for Fall or Winter! The herbs and spices create a delicious warmth of flavors unlike any other roast you’ve had. Don’t be deterred by all the ingredients, as it is a very simple recipe and so quick to assemble. You will definitely want to keep this one in your meal rotation or for special occasions. It would be perfect for the holidays, too.
A low-carb, vegan-friendly version of classic peanut butter blossoms—chewy, rich, and optionally topped with dark chocolate.
Enjoy this low-carb warm apple crumble featuring tender apples, cinnamon, and a golden pecan-almond topping—perfect for cozy gatherings and guilt-free indulgence.
A smooth, spiced, and dairy-free pumpkin mousse that’s light enough for everyday and elegant enough for special occasions. Sweetened naturally and topped with your favorite fall flavors.
Plan: (Standard, Vegan/Vegetarian, & Maintenance) Serving information: Makes 10-12 servings. One cup cooked covers your vegetables. INGREDIENTS (To save time, cut veggies ahead of time and store in refrigerator until ready to roast.) INSTRUCTIONS
This Cranberry Orange Relish by Dr. Cindy Tanzar is tangy, sweet, and lightly spiced. Perfect for holiday tables, side dishes, or a fresh snack!
This warm and buttery Cranberry Cobbler features spiced almond flour batter and tart cranberries sweetened with Swerve. A perfect low-carb dessert for special occasions.
Baking Powder Biscuits are a warm, satisfying addition to your clean-eating routine. Made with real food ingredients and zero grains, they’re perfect for low-carb lifestyles.
This Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash by Dr. Cindy Tanzar combines tender roasted squash, buttery cinnamon apples, and crunchy pecans for a wholesome fall favorite. Perfect for Genesis Health Solutions’ maintenance plan, it’s a simple, nourishing recipe that brings comfort and flavor to your table.
Plan: (Standard & Maintenance) Serving information: Makes 8-10 servings and covers your protein. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS
This luxurious chocolate mousse with peppermint cream by Dr. Cindy Tanzar is a festive, sugar-free dessert made with real chocolate and clean ingredients.
A crisp, buttery treat perfect for special occasions! These Vanilla Refrigerator Cookies are low-carb and versatile—dip in chocolate or flavor with orange extract for an elegant twist.
Dr. Cindy Tanzar’s Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake is a warm, comforting treat perfect for maintenance or special occasions. With a soft almond flour base and a crisp, spiced apple topping, it brings all the flavor of a classic coffee cake—without the sugar or gluten.
Enjoy the rich, caramelized flavor of roasted strawberries in this Spinach Salad with Roasted Pecans and Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette. Perfectly sweet, tangy, and crunchy—ideal for any healthy eating plan.
This recipe shared by Cathy Blanks is quite innovative and a “must try” for our vegan and vegetarian clients. Feta cheese makes so many dishes special and is a terrific way to add protein to your meals.
Plan: (Standard & Maintenance) Serving information: One serving is 3 oz cooked turkey covering your protein. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS
Spaghetti is an all-time favorite and a dish many of us eat often, however, it’s not very weight loss friendly. Replacing your pasta with zucchini noodles will really help satisfy your cravings for spaghetti, and help you in finding creative ways to enjoy more vegetables in your diet.
Looking for an easy way to make your meal special? Zucchini fritters are the perfect answer. They are a delicious side dish and are a fun way to use up summer zucchini. The most important part of making fritters is to squeeze as much water as possible from your zucchini, so when you think you’ve got it all, give it another squeeze.
Summertime is perfect for cold, raw salads. This recipe from one of our clients, Cindy Ussery, is so easy to prepare and just delicious. It offers a beautiful presentation, as well, and is great for outdoor barbecues or entertaining. With the zucchini sliced thin with a vegetable/potato peeler, you get a nice texture of crunch without feeling like you’re eating a big piece of raw zucchini. This will be sure to be a summertime favorite.
Plan: (Standard & Vegan/Vegetarian) Serving information: One serving is 1 cup cooked of vegetables. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS (oven) * Olive oil work fine in this recipe, as the oven temperature is much lower than the smoke point of the oil. Let me address zucchini chips. I have tried them several times in the oven, as have […]
During the summer zucchini is so plentiful, so it’s important to find new ways to fix your zucchini to keep from being bored with your food. This recipe from one of our Genesis clients, Cindy Ussery, is a great way to add a flavor punch while adding more vegetables into your diet. Keep in mind, because they are not coated with the traditional flour or parmesan cheese, they will not crisp up in the same way as a true zucchini fry. Just be sure not to overbake them or they will lose their crispness.
This dish makes a beautiful presentation. It’s great for everyday or special enough for a holiday table. The Vegan Parmesan Cheese used in this dish takes less than 5 minutes to make and can be used in so many soups, salads and dishes for added flavor.
There are so many things you can do with butternut squash, but whipping it with butter, cream and spices is just heavenly.
Collard Greens have been a traditional southern favorite for a very long time. They are actually members of the cabbage family, but are also closely related to kale. Collards are rich with vitamins A and K, as well as being a great source of iron, the B-vitamin folate and calcium. These nutritional components can seep out of the greens while cooking, so you will want to enjoy them with the broth – better known as potlikker, which takes on every flavor in the pot. It’s delicious! Collards are the perfect complement to any southern comfort meal. Be sure to make plenty for leftovers during the week.
If you like collard greens, you will love the unique flavor of this recipe. If you think you don’t like them, it’s definitely time to try! This recipe is so easy and very quick if you use bagged, sliced collard greens. Collards are in the same cruciferous family as broccoli, kale, cabbage and Brussels sprouts, are highly nutritious and very affordable.
This Vegetable Tian by Dr. Cindy Tanzar is a gorgeous French-inspired roasted vegetable dish layered with zucchini, squash, and tomatoes over marinara. Perfect for standard, vegan, or maintenance plans—healthy eating has never looked so good!
Butternut squash is a fantastic low-carb alternative to sweet potatoes or other root vegetables you may be craving, and while you can find them year-round, Fall is really when they are at peak flavor and sweetness. Don’t be deterred by the thought of peeling or preparing this versatile autumn favorite.
Bok Choy and Napa cabbage are cruciferous vegetables – commonly known as Chinese cabbage. Unlike Western cabbage with its leaves rolled in a tight ball, they have long leaves similar to romaine lettuce. Bok Choy has a mild, peppery flavor that takes on a sweet taste when cooked, while still maintaining its crunch. It’s a perfect complement for the Asian flavors in this recipe.
Plan: (Standard & Vegan/Vegetarian) Serving information: One cup of broccoli is a serving covering your vegetables. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS
In this recipe adapted from the Pioneer Woman, we substitute traditional Siracha, which usually contains preservatives and sugar, with Frank’s Hot Sauce. You can always add a little stevia, monkfruit or Swerve, if you like. Since everyone’s tastes are different, try adding just a teaspoon of hot sauce (or none at all) to begin.
Plan: (Standard) Serving information: Makes 4 servings. One serving is one cup cooked vegetables. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS
Spaghetti Squash with Sun-Dried Tomato, Garlic & Basil by Dr. Cindy Tanzar transforms a simple vegetable into a flavorful Italian-inspired dish that’s light, elegant, and plan-friendly.
This recipe is a fun way to add variety and flavor to your cauliflower rice. It makes a perfect vegetable side to grilled meat, poultry or fish. The flavors are even better the next day, as they intensify and meld together.
This recipe was adapted from Tasteofhome.com. Shredding the Brussels sprouts gives them a whole new dimension of flavor and texture. If you love the flavors of Asian food, this recipe won’t disappoint.
If you are a spinach fan, you are going to love this recipe. Caramelizing the spinach provides a whole new level of flavor and richness. This dish is a great compliment to chicken, fish and beef and also is fantastic served with a couple of over-easy/medium eggs on top.
I just needed to get your attention with “potatoes.” I know radishes are not the most popular vegetable, but something wonderful happens to them when they are roasted. They take on the texture of a roasted potato and have a very mild flavor. They are the closest thing to a potato you can get on a lower carb plan.
If you’re looking for a special recipe to enjoy this Fall season, you will really love these easy pumpkin wedges! You actually leave the peel on the pumpkin, which makes preparation a breeze. They soften very nicely in the oven.
This delicious recipe is a great side dish on a cold fall or winter evening. Roasting brings out a deep flavor in all the vegetables as the balsamic vinegar cuts through the richness, balancing the flavors. You can serve it as a warm salad at your holiday table or just as a side dish. On maintenance or for a special event, you can enjoy the addition of goat or feta to make it even more delicious.
Cauliflower is so versatile. Simply adding a new spice can totally change its appeal. This recipe is very simple and tasty. The curry is light and the touch of cinnamon adds a delicious flavor that is unexpected.
Once you’ve roasted your cauliflower, you’ll never want to steam it again. The browned areas create an amazing flavor. Feel free to alter the spices to your liking.
Plan: (Standard/Vegan/Maintenance) Serving information: A serving is 1.5 cups cooked and covers your fat and vegetable at your meal. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS
Roasted cauliflower steaks are an easy and tasty addition to any meal, but also create unconventional beauty to your holiday table. Roasting adds delicious caramelization to cauliflower and is perfect with the seasonings alone. Adding a simple brown butter mustard sauce for drizzling after roasting, elevates the flavors, making your holiday side dish even more special. The mustard sauce is perfect with beef, chicken or fish, as well.
With the arrival of the Fall, we have received several requests for seasonal recipes. Since this squash and kale are made separately (one roasted, one stove top), you can either eat them separately or combine them. The roasted sweetness of the squash adds great flavor to the kale when mixed, but the vinegar added to the kale when served alone is amazing! It is a beautiful addition to a holiday table, too. You can add the vinegar when mixed, as well, for a sweet and sour taste.
These roasted Brussels sprouts have an amazing caramelized flavor. The balsamic vinegar and fresh thyme provide a fresh, earthy flavor that will make an ordinary side dish spectacular! They are very easy to make, but present beautifully – looking like you spent a lot of time in preparation. Don’t leave out the toasted almonds for added texture and flavor.
One of the ways you know Spring has arrived is that fresh asparagus is available everywhere. The stalks are tender and thin, not tough and woody, and the flavor is just delicious. Of course, roasting any vegetable will kick it up to a whole new level of flavor, but this recipe adds a lemon vinaigrette, which is an amazing flavor combination. A huge secret to weight loss is adding variety and making everyday foods seem special. Roasting and sauces do just that!
Craving comfort food with big flavor? These Red Curry Cabbage Noodles deliver cozy, satisfying goodness with rich curry spices and a creamy coconut sauce. Easy to customize and quick to make, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or maintenance days when you want something warm and delicious without feeling heavy.
This rustic Ratatouille is a delicious way to meet your veggie goals! Packed with fresh zucchini, eggplant, tomatoes, and herbs, it’s light, satisfying, and plan-approved.
Making risotto is quite a long process, because the arborio rice takes time to absorb the stock to make the final creamy dish. This grain-free, healthy version of risotto utilizes cauliflower rice to provide a rice texture, while the pumpkin lends to a velvety and creamy texture. The addition of sage makes this a perfect Fall side for when your pumpkin cravings hit.
