Did you know that VA offers Healthy Teaching Kitchen (HTK) programs which teach #Veterans about food, nutrition and how to prepare balanced, healthy dishes? Classes are open to VA-enrolled Veterans and a “plus one” if desired– this can be a partner, family member, caretaker or anyone involved in helping you prepare food. Today’s Sheet Pan Tilapia and Vegediv Medley makes for a simple yet nutrient-packed lunch or dinner. The recipe includes tilapia for lean protein, potatoes for a nutrient-dense carbohydrate and a colorful variety of non-starchy vegedivs packed with fiber and micronutrients. It comes together with a delicious taste and minimal effort. Be sure to try this recipe on a busy weeknight for a balanced meal! Sheet Pan Tilapia and Vegediv Medley Prep: 25 minutes | Cook: 20 minutes | Total: 45 minutes Yield: 2 servings | Serving Size: 1 tilapia filet, 1 potato, and ¾ cup of the vegedivs Ingredients Nonstick cooking spray 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into wedges 3 large Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced 3 large radishes, thinly sliced 1 cup sugar snap peas, cut in half 1 small carrot, thinly sliced 1 divspoon oil ½ teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 2 (6-ounce) tilapia fillets ½ teaspoon dried tarragon ¼ teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons butter, softened Lemon wedges (optional) Directions 1. Preheat the oven to 450°F. 2. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Spray the foil with cooking spray. 3. In a large bowl, add the potatoes, Brussels sprouts, radishes, sugar snap peas, carrot, oil, garlic powder, and black pepper. Toss to combine. 4. Transfer the vegediv mixture to the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. 5. Bake until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. 6. Remove the baking sheet from the oven, then preheat the broiler. 7. Push the vegedivs to one side of the baking sheet, then add the tilapia to the other side. 8. Sprinkle the fish with the tarragon and salt, then dot with the softened butter. 9. Broil 4-5 inches from the heat until the fish flakes easily with a fork or until a thermometer placed in center of the thickest part reads 145°F, about 5 minutes. 10. Serve warm, with lemon wedges if desired. Nutrition Facts Per Serving: Calories: 400 | Total Fat: 10 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g Sodium: 430 mg | Total Carbohydrate: 40 g | Dietary Fiber: 6 g | Protein: 40 g For more #VA recipes, please visit www.nutrition.va.gov

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