Memorial Day weekend is right around the corner, and our nutrition experts have just the recipes for you! These Arkansas Heart Hospital chef and dietitian-approved sides are packed with fresh ingredients, fiber and flavor to help support a healthy heart and your nutrition goals.
Follow these recipes that your family will be asking you again for next year!
Corn and Black-Eyed Pea Salad
Ingredients: 
- 1- 15 oz can of no salt-added black-eyed peas
- 1- small onion, diced
- 1- clove of garlic, finely chopped
- 1- cucumber, diced
- 1 cup of grape tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
1- 15 oz can of no salt-added yellow corn- 1 tablespoon of sugar substitute
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- Fresh ground black pepper to taste
Directions:
In a large bowl, lightly toss all ingredients and let sit for 30 minutes before serving. Makes four servings.
Classic Coleslaw
Ingredients:
- ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon celery seed
- 1 teaspoon granulated stevia, optional
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- Freshly ground black pepper, as desired
Directions:
In a large bowl, combine green and red cabbage and carrots. In a small bowl, vigorously whisk together plain nonfat Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, celery seed, and granulated stevia, if desired. Pour dressing over coleslaw vegetable mixture and toss to evenly coat. Top with freshly ground black pepper as desired. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve. Makes eight 1/2 cup servings.
Chef’s Tips:
- This Classic Coleslaw can be made even easier with store-bought bagged coleslaw mix!
- Customize this Classic Coleslaw with any of your favorite ingredients:
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- Fresh vegetables – broccoli or cauliflower florets, julienned red bell pepper, crisp jicama slices, shaved red onion
- Leafy greens – chopped kale, shredded chard, julienned spinach
- Sweet fruits – mandarin orange segments, chopped apples, or juicy pears
- Fresh herbs – chopped basil, parsley, baby dill
- Swap fresh-squeezed lemon juice for apple cider vinegar
- Add a dollop of sweet honey in place of granulated stevia if preferred
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We believe food is medicine. That’s why our dieticians provide a variety of balanced and nutritious recipes that support your health goals.