Sweet and Sour Chicken
ZS-Dieter Favorites,Z2-Entrees,ZSpecialties,Z2-Poultry
Chinese food is the hardest of the ethnic foods to convert for Plan Z. Dieter Jeff exclaimed that this could not possibly be diet food! Well, Jeff… It’s diet food. Plan Z diet food.
Cajun Pork Loin Roast
One pot meal! The gravy is wonderful and the roasted veggies bring out a ton of flavor. Be sure to scrape up the bits on the bottom of the pan in the cooking process.
Simple, Sauteed Lamb Chops
You don't have to go to a steakhouse to get these. Lamb chops are MUCH easier to cook than chefs make them out to be. Super easy!
Old-fashioned, Chunky Bolognese Sauce
I redesigned this recipe to incorporate cream to make a smooth sauce that will remind you of an old spaghetti house. Just no spaghetti.
Moroccan Salmon Filets
I love salmon, and enjoy trying new combinations. Here’s another recipe which I think you will enjoy. Big Yum!
Salmon Burgers
These burgers will travel well as a leftover. I came up with this recipe when I saw fresh wild-caught salmon on sale at the grocery store.
Shrimp with a Melon – Cucumber Relish
ZS-Zola to Go,Z2-Seafood,ZSpecialties,Z2-Entrees
When it’s hot there’s nothing nicer than a refreshing meal like this one. It’s very easy and comes together in a flash. If you have guests or older kids, let them help you chop the ingredients.
Hillary Burgers
ZSpecialties,Z2-Beef,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Entrees
There was a restaurant in the late ‘70’s called Hillary’s. I used to get a craving for Hillary burgers so I ate them often so I decided I could make my own. This is the result.
Lemon and Garlic Chicken Kabobs
ZSpecialties,Z2-Poultry,ZS-Zola to Go,Z2-Entrees
This dish serves up nicely as a hot or cold item. I had mine warm for dinner and then for lunch they were great cold. They travel well too.
Poached Salmon with Orange-Ginger Sauce
If you want moist salmon that is flawlessly cooked with almost no effort at all, this is your best bet. You can eat this with plain salt and pepper or several kinds of sauces or even salsa. Here’s a version with an orange-ginger sauce.
Poached Salmon
Serve the salmon hot or you can let it cool and chill it in the refrigerator. On a hot day a cold piece of salmon is wonderful!
Creamy Tomato Shrimp Chowder
Talk about easy to make. This dish is done in a flash. If you’re like me, you’ll make a triple batch of the tomato base. You can freeze the portions.
Lamb Chops with a Balsamic-Shallot Reduction
The balsamic reduction sauce enhances the flavor of the lamb, making this a delightfully delicious gourmet meal.
Grilled French Chicken Salad
Z2-Entrees,Z2-Salads,Z2-Poultry
A new recipe! For my first ZReduction meal, I wanted something with some crunch and some class. I came up with this grilled French chicken salad.
French Crock Pot Rib Roast
ZSpecialties,Z2-Entrees,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Beef
Feels just like you are eating in the French countryside.
Mustard-Crusted Pork Tenderloin
ZS-Holiday,Z2-Pork,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Entrees
Another great option for the holidays.
Grilled Cajun Tuna Steaks with a Mustard Smear and Tomato Salad
See how you can be “gourmet” and still be on a diet. My mission is always to make diet food that tastes good.
“Almost” Fried Chicken
ZS-Zola to Go,Z2-Entrees,ZSpecialties,ZS-5 Ingredients or Less,Z2-Poultry
Looking for ideas for a picnic? How about almost Fried Chicken?
Extra Easy Meal Ideas
ZS-Zola to Go,ZSpecialties,Z2-Entrees
Here's a list of very quick and easy dishes that you can prepare in minutes.