Dietitian Product Spotlight: Hy-Vee Select Frozen Chopped Herbs

This product is one of my favorites! It’s healthy, tasty and saves a lot of time in the kitchen. There are four flavorful options to choose from including cilantro, parsley, garlic and basil. These herbs can be used to flavor fish, meats, vegetables, pastas, dips, etc.  The possibilities are endless. 

Here are 5 reasons to use herbs:

1. Heart-healthy flavor boost. Herbs are naturally salt-free.
2. Ready-to-use convenience. No washing, peeling, or chopping required.
3. Provides antioxidants. May help lower LDL cholesterol and protect against cell damage.
4. Very versatile. Use to liven up soups, stews, sauces, stir-fries or any favorite recipe. 

I like using the cilantro in the recipe below: 

Avocado Yogurt Dip 

Serves 8 (2 tablespoons each).

All you need:

1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted

1/2 cup nonfat plain yogurt

1/3 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves or
Hy-Vee Select frozen chopped cilantro

2 tbsp chopped onion

1 tbsp lime juice

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper

Hot sauce to taste, optional

All you do:

1. Place avocado, yogurt, cilantro, onion, lime juice, salt and pepper in a food processor. Process until smooth. Season with hot sauce, if desired.

 Nutrition Facts per serving: 51 calories, 4g fat, 1g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 87 mg sodium, 4g carbohydrates, 2g fiber, 1g sugars, 1g protein. 

Source: www.eatingwell.com.

Hope you enjoy!

-Dietitian Natalie