Recipes
These recipes focus on nutrient-dense, easily digestible ingredients to help support healing and immune function during cancer treatment.
Broccoli & Bell Pepper Stir-Fry
Ingredients:
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1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce (optional)
Instructions:
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Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
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Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
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Add broccoli and bell pepper, stir-frying for 5-7 minutes until tender.
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Drizzle with low-sodium soy sauce if desired, and serve with brown rice or quinoa.
Benefit: Packed with antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins, this stir-fry helps fight inflammation and supports immune health.
Romaine, Apple & Pear Salad
Ingredients:
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1 romaine heart, chopped
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1 apple, sliced
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1 pear, sliced
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¼ cup walnuts (optional)
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2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions:
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In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine, apple slices, and pear slices.
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Toss with walnuts and drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette.
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Serve chilled.
Benefit: This light salad provides fiber, antioxidants, and immune-boosting vitamins.
Banana & Carrot Smoothie
Ingredients:
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1 banana
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½ cup baby carrots
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½ cup almond milk or coconut water
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1 tablespoon honey (optional)
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¼ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions:
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Blend banana, baby carrots, and almond milk (or coconut water) until smooth.
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Add honey and cinnamon for added flavor.
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Pour into a glass and enjoy.
Benefit: A soothing smoothie that provides potassium, beta-carotene, and hydration, perfect for managing nausea and supporting recovery.
Tomato & Broccoli Quinoa Bowl
Ingredients:
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1 cup cooked quinoa
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½ cup grape tomatoes, halved
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1 cup steamed broccoli florets
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions:
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In a bowl, combine cooked quinoa, grape tomatoes, and steamed broccoli.
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Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
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Toss gently and serve as a warm or cold dish.
Benefit: A nutrient-dense meal providing fiber, vitamins C and A, and plant-based protein to support immune function.
Apple, Banana & Grape Tomato Fruit Salad
Ingredients:
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1 apple, diced
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1 banana, sliced
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½ cup grape tomatoes, halved
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon honey
Instructions:
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Combine diced apple, sliced banana, and halved grape tomatoes in a bowl.
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Drizzle with lemon juice and honey, and toss gently.
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Serve immediately.
Benefit: A refreshing, antioxidant-rich salad that provides essential vitamins and is easy to digest.
