Nuts are delicious, low in sodium content, doesn’t contain Trans fat or cholesterol and are a good source of fiber and protein.  Nuts are also rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and loaded with antioxidants that can lower the risk of heart disease and cancer.  They are also rich in Vitamins and minerals like Vitamin B and E, magnesium, calcium, selenium and potassium.

If you want to enjoy the health benefits of nuts, try making this quick and easy pasta recipe that is perfect for weeknight meals.

Ingredients:

8 ounces orecchiette or other short pasta, 1 bunch of broccoli (cut into small florets), 1/4 cup roughly chopped walnuts, 2 tablespoons olive oil,…

If you want a healthy and lean alternative for ground beef used in making burger patties, try using ground turkey.  Although burgers made from turkey can be dry and bland, try adding mushrooms to the ground meat to make it moist and yummy.

Ingredients:

2 slices whole-wheat sandwich bread (crusts removed and torn into pieces), 8 ounces white mushrooms, 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 medium finely chopped onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 pound lean ground turkey breast, 1 large egg), 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, 1 1/2 tablespoons coarse-grained mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, 6 whole-wheat buns, lettuce leaves & tomato slices

Procedure:

1. Crumble the…