Plus, it makes the perfect sandwich topper. So, what’s all the fuss about? Keep reading to learn all about the potential health benefits of watercress. Photo: Getty Images What is Watercress? The flavor is pungent and peppery, with a fresh, leafy scent similar to arugula. The flowers are typically not eaten. Watercress Health Benefits Watercress may not be your typical fiber-rich vegetable. In addition, watercress may offer the following health benefits....

It’s perfect for heaping onto celery and carrot sticks or any other crispy vegetable. Fold in chicken and 1/2 cup scallions. Spoon the mixture into a 2-quart (8-inch-square) baking dish. Cover and bake until hot and bubbly, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven; sprinkle with blue cheese and the remaining 1/4 cup scallions. Serve with celery sticks and carrots. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day....

The result is a crispy topping that saves on sodium and completes a bowl of this healthy chicken soup. Brush tortillas on both sides with 1 tablespoon oil, then slice into 1/2-inch-wide strips. Arrange on a rimmed baking sheet. Photo: Photographer / Jacob Fox, Food styling / Sue Mitchell, Food Styling / Kelsey Bulat Bake until crisp, flipping halfway through, about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large pot over medium heat....

Overwhelmed by the snack aisle? Use this guidance to help you choose healthy snacks for diabetes, plus find our top snack food picks . Snacks can make or break a healthy diet. If the starting ingredients are sugar (or syrup) or enriched flour, steer clear of that snack. Choosing snacks with a few grams of protein can help you stay fuller, longer. Avoid Too Much Added Sugar Added sugar loves to hide in packaged snacks....

Chicken drumsticks are the star of the plate in these healthy dinner recipes. Chicken is a great source of protein and can be paired with an array of flavors and spices. Serve with smashed potatoes with buttermilk and sauteed green beans.

The next several weeks are some of the most delicious of the year. Grand feasts featuring roast turkey with creamymashed potatoes. Dessert buffets loaded with beautifully decorated cookies and luscious pies. Corey Nickols/Getty Images But the holiday season is about more than just what you eat; its how you feel, too. Heres to delicious eats and good health! We hope you love them as much as we do! Andrew Scrivani...

Typical green bean casseroles bathe ingredients in a heavy cream sauce. Our healthy version has fewer calories and fat, thanks to a homemade roux. Why Is This Green Bean Casserole Healthier than Others? Typical green bean casseroles call for canned green beans, which can be high in sodium. We skip the canned soup too, which can be high in sodium, fat and calories. What Should You Serve with This Casserole? This simple side dish can be prepared for a holiday meal or a weeknight dinner....

Kick the afternoon slump to the curb with a healthy lunch that satisfies. These high-protein lunch ideas are delicious ways to fuel up on busy days. These healthy packable lunch recipes have 15 or more grams of protein per serving. Photography / Fred Hardy, Styling / Kady Wohlfarth / Kay Clarke Make these wraps ahead of time for a grab-and-go lunch or dinner. A few wedges of warm pita finish off the meal perfectly....

Make your own chocolate-hazelnut spread with this healthy Nutella recipe. Dates provide a natural sweetness to help reduce the need for excess added sugars. Spread this homemade Nutella on toast, add it to smoothies or stir into oatmeal. Photo:Photographer: Greg Dupree, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley, Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread hazelnuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and just beginning to brown, 12 to 15 minutes....

It’s made from the same cacao beans as cocoa, but without roasting them before grinding. Cook, whisking occasionally, until the mixture is smooth and steaming, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in agave and vanilla. Andrea Mathis Pour into two mugs. Top with whipped cream and shaved dark chocolate, if desired. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient....

Add in one of the flavor additions, if desired. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.

Grab these foods when you’re feeling hungry and want to eat larger portions without overdoing it on calories. Recipe:Instant Pot Vegetable Soup There are some days where my stomach feels like a bottomless pit. Even after eating a satisfying meal-I’m still feeling snacky. I have days where it feels like my hunger rages All. Long-no matter what I eat. I have a feeling some of you out there can relate…like tell me I’m not alone....

These whole-wheat panko breadcrumb-coated pork chops get just as crispy as fried chops, but they’re baked. Serve with steamed broccoli and baked sweet potato for a satisfying healthy weeknight dinner. Dredge each pork chop in flour. This step will help the egg mixture stick to the pork chops. Then coat in the egg mixture, which will help the panko to stick. Finally, dredge them in the panko mixture, pressing to adhere....