Fuel your heart: simple MyPlate portions for healthier meals
This USDA-approved system makes it easy to get the nutrients you need.
Recipes
Whip up something delicious and nutritious. Be inspired to try a new flavor or give an old favorite a new twist.
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Recipe: Caramelized baked bananas
Healthier spin on bananas Foster.
Recipe: Shrimp skewers
Grill or grill pan dinner option.
Recipe: Fruit and beet smoothie
Sweet fruit helps cut through the earthy flavor of the beets.
Recipe: Roasted cauliflower and black bean tacos
Take taco Tuesday to the next level.
Recipe: Apple cinnamon turnovers
Homemade apple dessert that’s delicious year-round.
Recipe: Mediterranean white bean salad
This quick and easy side dish calls for a handful of simple ingredients.
Recipe: Lemon herbed orzo pasta
Fresh springtime dish.
Recipe: Banana oatmeal bites
Four ingredient snack.
Recipe: Creamy vegan "cheese" sauce
This delicious substitute for dairy-based sauces calls for a handful of simple ingredients.
Recipe: BBQ chicken meatballs
Game day appetizer
Recipe: Mini lasagna cups
Comfort food in an individual portion.
Recipe: Walnut-rosemary crusted salmon
Protein rich dinner option.
Recipe: Roasted squash salad with tangy citrus-rosemary vinaigrette
Fall flavors in a delicious side salad.
Recipe: Maple glazed pork tenderloin
Dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes.
Recipe: Apple butternut squash soup
Top it with pumpkin seeds for a crunch.
Recipe: Sweet and spicy roasted carrots
Cayenne pepper + maple syrup = flavorful carrots.
Recipe: Bánh mì
A fusion of Vietnamese and French flavors in a sandwich.
Recipe: Peanut butter Greek yogurt dip
Great after school snack.
Recipe: Zucchini chocolate banana muffins
Freezer friendly breakfast.
Recipe: Apple enchiladas
Sweet update to a classic dish.
Recipe: Watermelon berry popsicle
Favorite summertime dessert.
Recipe: Grilled corn salad with avocado
Great way to use seasonal corn on the cob.
Recipe: Mixed berry frozen yogurt bark
You can sink your teeth into this creamy and crunchy treat.
