Lunch

A submission from a participant of the 2012 Wellness Challenge at the Northwest YMCA.

A submission from a participant of the 2012 Wellness Challenge at the Northwest YMCA.

Bok Choy is so nutritious and makes a great addition to soup!

Delicious, low-cal drink I found on a forum for moments when you want chocolate. I will be drinking this even after I reach my goal. It is that good.

This was submitted by a participant of the Fall 2012 Wellness Challenge at the Northwest CT YMCA.

Nutritional Information Amount per serving Calories: 291 Fat: 6.8g Saturated fat: 1.7g Monounsaturated fat: 3.6g Polyunsaturated fat: 1.1g Protein: 20.5g Carbohydrate: 35.1g Fiber: 4g Cholesterol: 181mg Iron: 2.7mg Sodium: 379mg Calcium: 74mg

A great recipe for hummus with red bell peppers. Hummus is an excellent source of protein.

This was submitted by a participant of the Fall 2012 Wellness Challenge at the Northwest CT YMCA.

It doesn't get much fresher (or faster to prepare!) than this chicken-on-salad creation. Peppery watercress perfectly balances our perky, mint-infused dressing.

This was submitted by a participant of the Fall 2012 Wellness Challenge at the Northwest CT YMCA. This is a great dessert that’s delicious when strawberries are in season.

This was submitted by a participant of the Fall 2012 Wellness Challenge at the Northwest CT YMCA.

Similar to grouper, mahimahi boasts a firm texture and light, sweetly moist meat. Paired with multigrain pasta, this extra lean fish dish is a delicious way to enjoy the benefits of heart-healthy seafood.

A delicious low calorie salsa with heart healthy pomegranates and kiwi.