South Beach Diet Phase One Recipes Round-Up for March 2012

Kalyn's favorite Phase One Recipe from March 2012 was definitely this Spicy Thai-Style Cabbage Slaw with Mint and Cilantro.

(I've finally finished this round-up, which was delayed by me being seriously under the weather.  Thanks again for all the get-well wishes everyone, and happy Cooking!)

I know, I say this every single month, but has another whole month really gone screaming by?  Not that I'm complaining about the arrival of April, the month when spring delicacies like asparagus start appearing in the stores.  Of course in Utah it can still snow in April or May, so I try not to get my hopes up too much for good weather.  Spring-like recipes have been appearing all during March, and I'm happy to be sharing some really fantastic South Beach Diet Phase One Recipes that I've posted on Kalyn's Kitchen or found on other blogs during the month, including my personal favorites that I'm now spotlighting every Friday for Phase One Fridays.

Every month when I do this round up of recipes suitable for Phase One of The South Beach Diet, I find things that could easily be made Phase One friendly with minor changes.  Those types of recipe adaptations are noted after the recipe links.  (And if you're a food blogger who's posted something that might be a new idea for Phase One, see after the recipe links for how to submit it.)

Photo of Brussels Sprouts Chips from Inspired RD

Phase One Appetizers and Condiments
Brussels Sprouts Chips from Inspired RD
Roasted Asparagus Wrapped in Ham from Kalyn's Kitchen
Lemon Tarragon Salmon Spread from What's Cookin', Chicago? (Serve inside celery or with crudites to dip for Phase One; use portion control because light cream cheese is limited.)
Roasted Cauliflower and Sesame Spread from Taste and Tell (Serve inside celery or with crudites to dip for Phase One.)
Sriracha Hummus from Budget Bytes (Serve inside celery or with crudites to dip for Phase One.)

Photo of Healthy Roasted Salmon Salad from Zesty Cook

Phase One Salads and Salad Dressings
Healthy Roasted Salmon Salad from Zesty Cook
Spicy Thai-Style Cabbage Slaw with Mint and Cilantro from Kalyn's Kitchen
Marinated Pepper Salad with Garbanzos and Olives from Kalyn's Kitchen
Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free Creamy Onion Dill Dressing from Daily Bites
Mediterranean Chicken Kabob Salad from Skinnytaste
Asparagus Salad with Shrimp from Simply Recipes
Composed Greek Salad from She's in the Kitchen
Asparagus and Edamame Salad from A Veggie Venture

Photo of Cotter's Barlotti Bean, Zucchini, and Roasted Pepper Soup from The Taste Space

Phase One Soups, Stews, and Chilis
Cotter's Barlotti Bean, Zucchini, and Roasted Pepper Soup from The Taste Space

Photo of Green Beans with Mustard from Our Life in the Kitchen

Phase One Vegetables and Side Dishes
Green Beans with Mustard from Our Life in the Kitchen
Roasted Cabbage with Lemon from Kalyn's Kitchen
Pan-Fried Asparagus Tips with Lemon Juice and Lemon Zest from Kalyn's Kitchen
Lemony Roasted Fennel and Green Beans from Food Blogga (other recipes in the post may not be SBD friendly)
Easy Herbed Sugar Snap Peas from Family Fresh Cooking
Caesar Roasted Cabbage from Budget Bytes
Coconut Lentils from Budget Bytes (Use lite coconut milk as suggested for South Beach; limit portion size for Phase One.) 
Za'atar Roasted Cauliflower from Sassy Radish
Sauteed Kale with Garlic from The Blog that Ate Manhattan

Photo of Baked Mustard Lime Chicken from Elana's Pantry

Phase One Chicken, Meat, or Fish Entrees
Baked Mustard Lime Chicken from Elana's Pantry
Asian Lettuce Wraps (or cups) with Pork, Napa Cabbaage, and Red Bell Pepper from Kalyn's Kitchen
Janet's Mustard Chicken from Kalyn's Kitchen
Sauteed Tilapia with Parmesan Crust from Kalyn's Kitchen
Pan-Grilled Chicken with Green Olive, Lemon, and Caper Relish from Kalyn's Kitchen
Nicks Chipotle Grilled Shrimp with Black Bean Salsa from Kalyn's Kitchen
Sauteed Chicken Cutlets with Sage and Capers from Kalyn's Kitchen (Obviously don't serve with rice for Phase One!)
Pork Sirloin Roast with Spicy Peanut Sauce from Kalyn's Kitchen
Chicken and Avocado Lettuce Boats with Buttermilk Dijon Dressing from The Perfect Pantry
Broccoli, Chicken, and Almond Saute from Simply Recipes
Salmon with Dijon Tarragon Sauce from Life's Ambrosia
Colombian-Style Pork Chops (Chuletas de Cerdo) from My Colombian Recipes (Trim pork so there is less than 10% fat for South Beach.)
Braised Scallops with Coconut Milk from Eat Little, Eat Big (Use lite coconut milk for South Beach.)
Skinny Baked Fish with Spinach and Asian Drizzle from Simple Nourished Living (Use Splenda or Stevia or omit sugar for Phase One.)
Indian Green Chicken from Spices and Aroma (Use boneless, skinless chicken breast for South Beach.)
Methi Murgh (Chicken Cooked with Fenugreek Leaves from Spices and Aroma (Use boneless, skinless chicken breast for South Beach; don't eat with Chapati for Phase One.)
Skillet Cajun Spiced Flounder with Tomatoes from Skinnytaste
Chicken and Olive Tagine from Dinners and Dreams

Photo of Masoor Dahl (Red Lentil Stew) from Spices and Aroma

Phase One Vegetarian or Meat-Free Entrees
Masoor Dahl (Red Lentil Stew) from Spices and Aroma  (Can also be eaten as a vegetarian breakfast)
Vegan Picadillo Lentil Stew with Sweet Bell Peppers and Green Olives from Kalyn's Kitchen
Mediterranean Collard Wraps with Hummus, Artichoke Hearts, and Sun-Dried Tomato from The Taste Space
Coconut Lentils from Budget Bytes (Use lite coconut milk as suggested for South Beach; limit portion size for Phase One.)
Cumin-Lime Stewed Red Lentils from Dinners and Dreams (Limit portion size for Phase One.)

Photo of Baked Eggs with Wilted Baby Spinach from Skinnytaste

Phase One Breakfasts
Baked Eggs with Wilted Baby Spinach from Skinnytaste
Spinach and Mozzarella Egg Bake from Kalyn's Kitchen
Scrambled Egg with Turkey Sausage, Sun-Dried Tomato, and Basil from Cookin' Canuck
Eggs Nested in Sauteed Chard and Mushrooms from Simply Recipes
Onion Ring Sunny-side Up Eggs from Apron Strings
Crustless Quiche with Roasted Peppers from A Veggie Venture
Masoor Dahl (Red Lentil Stew) from Spices and Aroma  (Can be eaten as a vegetarian breakfast)
Mexican Frittata from Cooking with Veggies (Use low-fat cheese for South Beach.)


Did I Miss Your Phase One Recipe?

Phase one menus for the South Beach Diet focus on lean meats, seafood, eggs, dried beans, soy products, low-fat dairy products, nuts and seeds, and most vegetables. Phase one doesn't permit fruit, alcohol, bread, rice, pasta, potatoes, sugar, or any foods high in saturated fat. Obviously I miss lots of phase one recipes, so if you're a food blogger who posted a recipe this month that you think would be approved for phase one, please feel free to e-mail me the link at kalynskitchen (at) comcast (dot) net. I'll take a look, and if the recipe is phase-one friendly, I'll add it to next months roundup.  (Since I've been doing these Round-ups since March 2008, occasionally I may decline a recipe if the same thing has been featured several times already.  Please don't leave recipe links in the comments. They will not be published.)