WIC Benefit Recipes Whole Grains CAT 16

Beans Three Ways

Use one pound of dried beans and make zesty black bean salsa, black bean stew, and black bean brownies

Veggie Quesadillas with Cilantro Yogurt Dip

New Fruit Tarts

Fruit Tarts are a healthy, affordable dessert that's easy to make.

Caribbean Casserole

This tropical-inspired dish is gently spiced for a rich flavor.

New! Homemade Tortilla Chips

Easy, healthy tortilla chips perfect for dipping

Avocado, Rice, and Beans

Crunchy Topped Chili-Mac Skillet

3-Bean Veggie Tacos

This 20-minute meal makes 10 tacos and will have your whole family wanting more!

Veggie and Rice Stir Fry

Crowd-Friendly and Kid-Approved Chinese Entree

Soulful Seasoning

Add flavor to soups, stews, and side dishes with this savory seasoning

Lentil Soup

Lentils are high in protein and more delicate tasting than beans. Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Haitian Style Chicken and Rice

Haitian inspired chicken thighs with brown rice. Add some jalapeno or serrano if you like spicy!

Apple Enchiladas

Peanutty African Stew

Cinnamon Apple Crisp

A healthier take on an all-time seasonal favorite! With a hearty dose of oats for a crunchy topping, this is a delicious treat.

Barley Lentil Soup

Quick Bean Chili

This 20-minute recipe has tons of flavor and is perfect on a cold day!

Easy Peanut Noodles

Take-out style made easy. Just go shopping in your pantry and dinner is done!

Crunchy French Toast Sandwiches

Parmesan Meatballs

Low-fat meatballs made with turkey and rice flake cereal

Dressings, Dips, and Marinades

Six easy and zesty dressing, dip and marinade recipes

Apple Tuna Sandwiches

Veggie topped baked potato

Give your baked potato some pizzazz and top it with cheddar cheese and broccoli.

Berry Topped French Toast

Cheesy Tomato Soup

A delicious hearty tomato-based soup filled with yummy goodness like garlic, basil, and shredded cheese.

WIC recipe apple spiced muffins from beech nut

Spiced Apple Pumpkin Muffins

Barley Jambalaya

This spicy Cajun classic is loaded with veggies

Rice Pilaf with Salmon

Lentil Confetti Salad

Rice and Tuna Casserole

New! Hearty Egg Burritos

Making these in advance and freezing is a big time-saver for busy mornings!

Bow Tie Pasta with Zucchini Sauce

One dish meal using healthy zucchini to create a satisfying sauce

Asian Noodles with Peanut Sauce

Easy recipe that taste great hot or cold and can be made spicy or mild

Tuna / Salmon Burgers

Fishing for a fast, nutritious meal for your family? The American Heart Association recommends eating fish at least twice a week because it's a good source of protein and low in saturated fat.

Three Sisters Salad

The "three sisters" are corn, beans, and squash (like zucchini). Native Americans planted them together in the garden because they help each other grow. The "three sisters" also work together to give your body a nutritious meal.

WIC recipe goat cheese medallions beet salad

Beet Salad with Goat Cheese Medallions

Tuna Melt

Open face tuna sandwiches with melted cheese topping

Quick and Easy Croutons

Zesty two minute croutons

Tuna Pasta Salad

Apple Wraps

Brown Rice and Orange Salad

A healthy, affordable dish that's easy to make

Pear and Cranberry Crisp

English Muffin Breakfast Sandwich

Perfect for a quick and filling breakfast

Baked Chicken with Vegetables

This one dish meal contains a cup of vegetables in every serving.

New! Black Bean and Vegetable Quesadilla

Hearty veggie packed meal or snack

Chicken Broccoli Alfredo

Guilt-free Alfredo with the same delicious flavor as a full-fat version!

Breakfast Burritos

These breakfast burritos are a satisfying start to the day

Microwave Bread Pudding

French Toast

Simple French toast made with whole wheat bread

Bean and Veggie Soup

This crowd and freezer friendly soup is perfect for a chilly day and is full of healthy vegetables

Turkey Cheddar Sliders

Turkey sliders with cheese

Tortilla Soup

This soup tastes just as good or better the next day. It’s a perfect, make-ahead recipe.

Strawberry Banana Overnight Oats

Oatmeal with strawberries, bananas, yogurt and cinnamon

New! Hearty Vegetable Pasta

Satisfying dish that just happens to be vegan

Black-Eyed Peas and Okra

This dinner will be a great way to switch up your diet and expand your cooking repertoire.

Fruity Chicken Salad

Sweet and savory chicken salad with lettuce and tomato on whole wheat

Perfect Roast Chicken

This yummy bird is easy to cook and is packed full of protein to help feed your children's growing muscles.

Swiss Chard and Lentil Soup

According to the "World's Healthiest", Swiss chard is one of the most nutritious vegetables around and ranks second only to spinach in total nutrient-richness.

Tortilla Pizzas

Chili peppers and taco sauce give this pizza a spicy twist.

Potato Breakfast Cookies

Chicken Soup

A soothing and flavorful chicken soup filled with veggies and whole grains.

New! Mexican Roll Ups

Great for a lunch or a snack

Bean and Rice Burritos

Vegetarian burritos with zesty salsa

Breakfast Scramble

This easy quick and nutritious breakfast will become a staple in your household.

Dirty Rice and Blackeye Peas

Cajun inspired rice and sausage cassarole

Brown Rice Bowls - 1 Box for 3 Meals!

Use one box of brown rice to create 3 different meals

Cheesy Egg Puffs

Cheese and eggs make for a delicious start to the day

Spanish Rice

Veggie Frittata

Try serving eggs for dinner! With vegetables, potatoes, and cheese, this one-pan meal is sure to make cooking easier for you tonight.

Microwave Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Bowls

Fast and easy Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Bowls

Spring Spread

Kids will love this spread – let them do some of the measuring, chopping and mixing!

Frittata

Make this on a Sunday so you can heat up leftovers for an easy breakfast throughout the week.

Tortilla Casserole

Mexican Brown Rice Salad

Flavorful, southwest-inspired main or side dish

Baked Broccoli Tots

Crispy cheesy snacks loaded with the goodness of broccoli

Curried Turkey Meatball Wraps

Curry seasoned meatballs, sweet shredded apple and chopped peanuts are encased in whole wheat tortillas in this recipe.

Dr. Yum Project Sloppy Joe Sliders

My nine year-old is still not completely sold on peppers, onions and mushrooms, but I find if I chop them really well in the food processor, they don’t bother him as much.

wic recipe pasta spinach tomatoes and beans

Pasta with Spinach Tomato and Beans

A hearty meatless recipe with beans as the star ingredient! Whole grain pasta adds extra fiber and protein.

Apple Spiced Baked Oatmeal

Breakfast Parfait

Creamy yogurt layered with fruit and granola makes for a satisfying breakfast or snack

Arcadia Eggplant

Eggplants are packed with vitamins, low in calories and potent energy sources. Once you realize how beneficial eggplants are to your family's health, you will want to make them a steady addition to your diet.