Healthy Texan Week Recipes & Tips
Celebrate with Easy Ways to Add More Fruits and Veggies to Your Day
May 5鈥�11, 2025
Healthy Texan Week is about making simple changes that support better health! Hosted by Texas SNAP-Ed (Good Food, Good Move), this week is full of community events, games, and free resources to help you live a healthier life.
One easy way to get started? Add a little more produce to your plate鈥攚ithout breaking the bank.
This Healthy Texan Week, we鈥檝e put together a daily recipe for May 5鈥�11. Try a recipe each day to make healthy eating fun, affordable, and simple for the whole family!
May 5 鈥� Veggie Street Tacos with Fresh Salsa
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with these colorful and crunchy veggie tacos!
Ingredients:
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; Corn tortillas
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1 bell pepper, sliced
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1 zucchini, diced
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1/2 onion, sliced
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1 tomato, chopped
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; Juice of 1 lime
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; Olive oil or spray for pan
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, mix the bell pepper, zucchini, and onion. Add a little salt and pepper.
2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with oil.
3. Add the veggies to the pan and cook for 5鈥�7 minutes, until tender.
4. While veggies are cooking, warm your tortillas in another pan or in the microwave.
5. Once the veggies are ready, spoon them into the warm tortillas.
6. In a small bowl, mix the chopped tomato and lime juice. Spoon over the tacos as a quick salsa.
Tip: You can add taco seasoning to the veggies while they cook for extra flavor. Want more protein? Add black beans or shredded chicken if you have them on hand!
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May 6 鈥� Easy Veggie-Packed Quesadillas
A great way to use what you have in the fridge!
Ingredients:
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1 cup shredded cheese
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; Whole wheat tortillas
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1/2 cup spinach or kale (fresh or frozen)
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1/2 cup mushrooms, chopped
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; Olive oil or spray for pan
Instructions:
1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with oil.
2. Place one tortilla in the pan.
3. Sprinkle cheese, spinach (or kale), and mushrooms evenly on top.
4. Place the second tortilla on top to make a sandwich.
5. Cook for 2鈥�3 minutes per side, or until the cheese melts and the tortilla is golden brown.
6. Remove from heat, let cool slightly, and cut into triangles.
Tip: Cook until the veggies are soft and the cheese is melted. Serve with salsa or plain Greek yogurt for a healthy dip.
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May 7 鈥� Summer Berry Yogurt Parfait
This refreshing snack is great for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients:
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1 cup low-fat yogurt
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1/2 cup strawberries, sliced
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1/2 cup blueberries
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1/4 cup low-sugar granola or crushed whole grain cereal
Instructions:
1. In a cup or small bowl, add a spoonful of yogurt.
2. Add a layer of strawberries and blueberries.
3. Sprinkle a little granola or crushed cereal on top.
4. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
5. Optional: Drizzle a little honey on top.
Tip: Let kids help layer the ingredients鈥攊t鈥檚 fun, hands-on, and encourages healthy eating!
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May 8 鈥� Healthy Movie Snack: Homemade Dehydrated Fruit “Candy”
Swap the candy for something naturally sweet!
Ingredients:
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1 lb fresh strawberries
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; Pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 200掳F.
2. Wash the strawberries and remove the leafy tops.
3. Cut strawberries in half.
4. Place the strawberries cut-side up on a baking tray. Leave space between them.
5. Sprinkle with a small pinch of salt.
6. Lower oven to 鈥淜eep Warm鈥� setting if your oven has it.
7. Place the tray in the oven. Bake for 3 hours total.
8. After 1.5 hours, flip the strawberries over.
9. Every 30 minutes, open the oven door for a few seconds to let heat and moisture out.
10. After 3 hours, remove strawberries and let them cool on a wire rack.
Tip: Cook them low and slow鈥攄on鈥檛 rush or overcrowd the tray. This helps them dry out instead of getting sticky or burnt. Opening the oven a little every half hour helps them dry evenly.
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May 9 鈥� Build-Your-Own Veggie Pizza (Family Activity)
Get everyone involved in choosing their toppings!
Ingredients:
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; Whole grain pita or flatbread
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; Tomato sauce
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; Shredded mozzarella cheese
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; Chopped veggies (like bell peppers, mushrooms, spinach, olives)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375掳F.
2. Place pitas on a baking tray.
3. Spread tomato sauce on each pita.
4. Sprinkle with cheese.
5. Let each person add their favorite veggies.
6. Bake for 10鈥�12 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
Tip: Letting kids build their own pizza makes it fun鈥攁nd they鈥檙e more likely to eat their veggies!
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May 10 鈥� Summer Salad Bar
Perfect for a hot day and great for using leftovers!
Ingredients:
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 2 cups chopped lettuce or spinach
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1/2 cup shredded carrots
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1/2 cucumber, sliced
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1/4 cup sunflower seeds or shredded cheese
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1/2 cup cooked beans or a boiled egg
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; Light vinaigrette or your favorite dressing
Instructions:
1. Place each ingredient in its own small bowl or section on a tray.
2. Let everyone build their own salad using the toppings they like.
3. Add dressing on top and enjoy as a meal or side dish.
Tip: This is a fun way to use leftovers and introduce kids to new veggies鈥攍et them pick their favorites!
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May 11 鈥� Mother鈥檚 Day Fresh Fruit & Yogurt Brunch Board
A beautiful and healthy way to celebrate the moms in your life.
Ingredients:
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1 cup grapes or berries
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1 banana, sliced
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1 apple or pear, sliced
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1 cup low-fat yogurt
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; 1/4 cup granola
鈼�&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫; Optional: whole grain crackers or mini muffins
Instructions:
1. Arrange all the fruit slices neatly on a large tray or plate.
2. Place the bowl of yogurt in the center.
3. Sprinkle granola over the yogurt or serve on the side.
4. Add optional crackers or muffins for variety.
5. Let everyone build their own plate!
Tip: Use a big plate or cutting board to make it feel special. It鈥檚 simple, affordable, and perfect for a meaningful breakfast or snack with family.
Celebrate the Week, Your Way
Whether you鈥檙e attending a local event or trying these easy recipes at home, Healthy Texan Week shows that small steps can lead to big changes. You don鈥檛 need fancy ingredients or hard to make meals to eat healthier. Just add more fruits and veggies to the meals you already enjoy鈥攍ike tacos, pizza, and yogurt bowls鈥攁nd you鈥檙e on your way!