Cauliflower Potato Salad

I think that cauliflower has become my new best friend.  What a great diet solution this one is.  And, truthfully, you won't notice the difference!  To make this dish you will need:
1 1/4 cup cauliflower, cooked and chopped
1/4 cup celery, chopped
1 hard boiled egg, chopped
1 to 2 tbsp light mayo
1 tsp mustard
1/8 tsp salt
1/8 tsp onion powder
pinch of pepper
sprinkle of paprika
Directions: Steam cauliflower until it reaches the same texture as cooked potatoes. Rinse in cold water to cool and pat dry with a paper towel. Chop the cauliflower into small bites. Mix into a bowl with celery, eggs, mayo, mustard, onion powder, salt and pepper. Mix well. Sprinkle with paprika. Chill for 1 hour.

Grilled Greek Turkey Meatballs

This is so good and so low in carbs and fat.  It's a definite summer keeper at our house. Thank you Gina of Skinnytaste!  Great for the dieter!  To make this super delicious recipe you will need:

1.25 lbs 93% lean ground turkey
1 cup zucchini, grated with liquid squeezed out
2 sliced whole wheat bread (I used Weight Watchers)
1/4 cup seasoned whole wheat breadcrumbs
1 large egg
2-3 cloves garlic, grated
1/4 red onion, grated
2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 tbsp chopped fresh spearmint, chopped
kosher salt and fresh pepper

about 1 tsp worth of olive oil cooking spray  
Directions:
1.)  Wet bread with water, squeezing excess out. Tear into small pieces and place in a large bowl. Combine with turkey, egg, zucchini, breadcrumbs, garlic, onion, mint, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper.

2.)  Using a 1/4 cup measure, form each meatball 1/4 cup in size. For best results, refrigerate before cooking to help hold their shape.  
3.)  On the grill: clean grill well before cooking and spray grate with oil. Cook on low until cooked through. Makes about 17 meatballs

Tzatziki8 oz fat-free Greek yogurt (I used Fage)

1 small cucumber, peeled and seeded (1 cup grated and drained)
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
kosher salt and fresh pepper

1.)Strain the yogurt using a metal strainer or a coffee filter for a few hours to remove as much liquid as possible. Set aside.

2.)  Scoop seeds out of the cucumber with a small spoon. Place cucumber in a mini food processor grate with a box grater.  Drain the liquid from the  cucumber in a metal strainer and sprinkle with a little salt (this helps release the liquid). You may want to use the back of a spoon to help squeeze out any excess liquid.
3.)  Combine strained cucumber, garlic, yogurt, salt, pepper, lemon juice, dill, chives and refrigerate for a few hours before serving.

Makes about 2 cups. Store in refrigerator for about a week.

Butternut squash fries!

Seriously, you'll think you are eating sweet potato French fries.  They are very low in calorie and very low carb.  A cup of these babies is under 100 calories and will definitely fix a sweet potato craving!  To make these all you will need are:
1 butternut squash
sea salt
Pam

1.)  First peel the squash.  Next cut into the shape of fries.  Place on a microwave safe plate.  Microwave for 4 to 5 minutes (or until the "fries" are softened a bit).  The length of time will depend on the size your squash was before you started.
2.)  Turn your oven on to broil.  Spread the "fries"  on a cookie sheet sprayed with Pam.  Make sure they are flat and not overlapping.  Spray the top of the "fries" and sprinkle with the sea salt.
3.)  Place under the broiler.  After they crisp up on the top side, flip them over.  Repeat until the fries have reached your desired level of crispiness.