Healthy Texan Week Recipes & Tips
Celebrate with Easy Ways to Add More Fruits and Veggies to Your Day
May 5–11, 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—without breaking the bank.
This Healthy Texan Week, we’ve put together a daily recipe for May 5–11. Try a recipe each day to make healthy eating fun, affordable, and simple for the whole family!
May 5 – Veggie Street Tacos with Fresh Salsa
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with these colorful and crunchy veggie tacos!
Ingredients:
● Corn tortillas
● 1 bell pepper, sliced
● 1 zucchini, diced
● 1/2 onion, sliced
● 1 tomato, chopped
● Juice of 1 lime
● Olive oil or spray for pan
● 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 5–7 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 – Easy Veggie-Packed Quesadillas
A great way to use what you have in the fridge!
Ingredients:
● 1 cup shredded cheese
● Whole wheat tortillas
● 1/2 cup spinach or kale (fresh or frozen)
● 1/2 cup mushrooms, chopped
● 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 2–3 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 – Summer Berry Yogurt Parfait
This refreshing snack is great for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients:
● 1 cup low-fat yogurt
● 1/2 cup strawberries, sliced
● 1/2 cup blueberries
● 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—it’s fun, hands-on, and encourages healthy eating!
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May 8 – Healthy Movie Snack: Homemade Dehydrated Fruit “Candy”
Swap the candy for something naturally sweet!
Ingredients:
● 1 lb fresh strawberries
● Pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 200°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 “Keep Warm” 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—don’t 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 – Build-Your-Own Veggie Pizza (Family Activity)
Get everyone involved in choosing their toppings!
Ingredients:
● Whole grain pita or flatbread
● Tomato sauce
● Shredded mozzarella cheese
● Chopped veggies (like bell peppers, mushrooms, spinach, olives)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°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 10–12 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
Tip: Letting kids build their own pizza makes it fun—and they’re more likely to eat their veggies!
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May 10 – Summer Salad Bar
Perfect for a hot day and great for using leftovers!
Ingredients:
● 2 cups chopped lettuce or spinach
● 1/2 cup shredded carrots
● 1/2 cucumber, sliced
● 1/4 cup sunflower seeds or shredded cheese
● 1/2 cup cooked beans or a boiled egg
● 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—let them pick their favorites!
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May 11 – Mother’s Day Fresh Fruit & Yogurt Brunch Board
A beautiful and healthy way to celebrate the moms in your life.
Ingredients:
● 1 cup grapes or berries
● 1 banana, sliced
● 1 apple or pear, sliced
● 1 cup low-fat yogurt
● 1/4 cup granola
● 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’s simple, affordable, and perfect for a meaningful breakfast or snack with family.
Celebrate the Week, Your Way
Whether you’re 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’t need fancy ingredients or hard to make meals to eat healthier. Just add more fruits and veggies to the meals you already enjoy—like tacos, pizza, and yogurt bowls—and you’re on your way!
