Healthy Recipes using Skimmed Evaporated Milk

Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Quinoa

This nutritious dish combines quinoa, spinach, and mushrooms with a creamy sauce made from skimmed evaporated milk for a deliciously healthy meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup skimmed evaporated milk
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and cook it in vegetable broth according to package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add mushrooms, and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Stir in spinach, garlic powder, and cooked quinoa, then pour in the skimmed evaporated milk, mixing until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.

Banana Oatmeal Smoothie

Start your day with this energizing smoothie made with oats, bananas, and skimmed evaporated milk for a healthy breakfast on the go.

Ingredients
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup skimmed evaporated milk
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
  1. In a blender, combine the banana, rolled oats, skimmed evaporated milk, honey, and cinnamon.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.

Savory Tomato Basil Soup

This comforting tomato basil soup is enriched with skimmed evaporated milk, making it creamy yet light, perfect for any season.

Ingredients
  • 4 cups diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup skimmed evaporated milk
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
  2. Add diced tomatoes and cook for 10 minutes, then stir in skimmed evaporated milk and basil.
  3. Blend until smooth, season with salt and pepper, and serve warm.

Healthy Creamy Chicken Casserole

This wholesome casserole features lean chicken, vegetables, and a creamy sauce made with skimmed evaporated milk, perfect for a family dinner.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup carrots, sliced
  • 1 cup skimmed evaporated milk
  • 1 cup brown rice, cooked
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, broccoli, carrots, cooked rice, skimmed evaporated milk, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through.

Lemon Chia Seed Pudding

This refreshing chia seed pudding is infused with lemon and made creamy with skimmed evaporated milk, making it a perfect healthy dessert.

Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1 cup skimmed evaporated milk
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, whisk together chia seeds, skimmed evaporated milk, honey, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until thickened.
  3. Serve chilled, garnished with fresh berries if desired.

Vegetable Frittata with Evaporated Milk

This light and fluffy vegetable frittata is enriched with skimmed evaporated milk, making it a perfect healthy breakfast or brunch option.

Ingredients
  • 6 eggs
  • 1/2 cup skimmed evaporated milk
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1/2 cup onions, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, skimmed evaporated milk, salt, and pepper.
  3. In an oven-safe skillet, sauté onions and bell peppers, add spinach, then pour in the egg mixture and bake for 20-25 minutes until set.

Creamy Avocado Pasta

This quick and healthy pasta dish features a creamy avocado sauce made with skimmed evaporated milk, offering a rich flavor without the calories.

Ingredients
  • 8 oz whole wheat pasta
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1/2 cup skimmed evaporated milk
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions and drain.
  2. In a blender, combine avocado, skimmed evaporated milk, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper, blending until smooth.
  3. Toss the cooked pasta with the avocado sauce and serve immediately.

Berry Yogurt Parfait

This delicious yogurt parfait layers fresh berries with a creamy mixture of skimmed evaporated milk and yogurt, making it a perfect healthy snack.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup skimmed evaporated milk
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup mixed berries
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Granola for topping
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix together skimmed evaporated milk, Greek yogurt, and honey until smooth.
  2. In a glass, layer the yogurt mixture with mixed berries and granola.
  3. Repeat layers and serve immediately.

Spiced Pumpkin Soup

This warming pumpkin soup is made creamy with skimmed evaporated milk and spiced with warm flavors, perfect for a healthy fall meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup skimmed evaporated milk
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a pot, sauté onions and garlic until soft.
  2. Add pumpkin puree, skimmed evaporated milk, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper, stirring to combine.
  3. Simmer for 15 minutes, then blend until smooth and serve warm.

Zucchini and Corn Fritters

These healthy fritters are made with grated zucchini, sweet corn, and a touch of skimmed evaporated milk for a light and crispy snack.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup grated zucchini
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup skimmed evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 egg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix together grated zucchini, corn, skimmed evaporated milk, flour, egg, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and drop spoonfuls of the mixture, cooking until golden brown on both sides.
  3. Serve warm with a yogurt dip if desired.