Heart Healthy Recipes

As we continue to work our way through February and recognize the importance of heart healthy behaviors through movement, we wanted to add a few recipes to complement the physical piece of your health. Now is the perfect time to focus on nourishing your body with foods that support cardiovascular wellness.

🥑 Avocado Toast with Smoked Salmon 

This simple yet nutritious breakfast is packed with omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and healthy fats that support heart health. 

Ingredients: 

• 1 slice whole-grain bread 

• ½ avocado, mashed 

• 2 oz smoked salmon 

• 1 tsp lemon juice 

• Black pepper & red pepper flakes to taste 

Instructions: 

1. Toast the bread until golden brown. 

2. Spread mashed avocado on top. 

3. Layer with smoked salmon. 

4. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with pepper. 

5. Enjoy!

🍓 Heart-Healthy Berry Smoothie 

Loaded with antioxidants and fiber, this smoothie is perfect for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up. 

Ingredients: 

• ½ cup blueberries 

• ½ cup strawberries 

• ½ banana 

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 

• 1 tbsp flaxseeds 

• ½ tsp cinnamon 

Instructions: 

1. Blend all ingredients until smooth. 

2. Pour into a glass and enjoy! 

🥜 Dark Chocolate & Almond Energy Bites 

Ingredients: 

• 1 cup oats 

• ½ cup almond butter 

• ¼ cup dark chocolate chips 

• 1 tbsp honey 

• 1 tbsp chia seeds 

Instructions: 

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl until well combined. 

2. Roll into small bite-sized balls. 

3. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before enjoying. 

Add protein powder to increase your protein needs!

And one of my personal favorites:

🥗Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet

Ingredients:

• 2 T. olive oil

• 1 T. garlic, minced

• 1 lb. ground turkey

• 1.5 T ground cumin

• 1 t. chili powder

• 1/2 t. salt

• 1/4 t. pepper

• 1 c. diced onion

• 1 yellow pepper

• 3 c. peeled and diced sweet potatoes

• 1/2 c. water

• 1/2 c. shredded mozzarella

Instructions: 

1. Heat large skillet over med-high heat. Add oil and garlic. Cook for 1 min.

2. Add the ground turkey. Cook until browned.

3. Add seasonings. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook for an additional 3-4 min.

4. Add the sweet potatoes and water. Stir and cover until softened for 6-8 min. Add additional water if needed to keep meat from drying out.

5. Add additional salt and pepper if desired.

6. Top with mozzarella, allowing to melt. Remove from heat and serve.

A heart healthy diet allows for us to live well. It is all about balance. Hopefully you will be able to enjoy any or all of these recipes. Cheers to healthy eating.

Heather

Look for more heart healthy recipes here: https://recipes.heart.org/en/