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  • Edamame Hummus

    Edamame Hummus

    Ingredients: Makes 8 servings 13 ounces frozen, shelled edamame 4 teaspoons tahini (sesame paste) 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon zest 1-1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 garlic cloves, mashed 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon...
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  • Black Bean, Chipotle Cauliflower, Avocado Tacos

    Black Bean, Chipotle Cauliflower, Avocado Tacos

    Ingredients: Makes 8 servings Cuban Black Beans 1 cup black beans, dry (can substitute 1 cup canned, rinsed beans) 1 tbsp. canola oil 1/3 cup yellow onions, diced 1/3 cup celery, diced 2 tsp ground cumin 2 tsp ground paprika 1/2 canned tomatoes...
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  • Avocado Salad

    Avocado Salad

    Ingredients: Makes 8 servings 1 cup diced avocado 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion 3/4 cup fresh diced tomatoes 1-1/2 tablespoons chopped cilantro 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/8 teaspoon salt Ground black pepper, to taste 1-1/2 tablespoons fresh lime...
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  • Kale, Caramelized Onion, Goat Cheese Breakfast Barley

    Kale, Caramelized Onion, Goat Cheese Breakfast Barley

    Ingredients: Makes 6 servings 2 TBSP Canola Oil 1 1/2 cup Yellow Onions, julienne sliced 2 cups Kale, chopped 10 cups Water 2 cups Barley, dry 2/3 cups Goat Cheese 1 tsp Salt 1/4 tsp Black Pepper Directions: Heat oil in a pot. Cook onions...
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  • Grilled Peach, Vanilla Yogurt, Honey Oat Crumble

    Grilled Peach, Vanilla Yogurt, Honey Oat Crumble

    Ingredients: Makes 8 servings 4 large ripe peaches 3 tablespoons honey For the Oat Crumble 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour 1/3 cup old fashioned oats 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 tablespoon melted butter For the Garnish 2 cups...
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    Is a Vegetarian or Vegan Diet Right for You?

    We all know healthy eating habits are vital for good health. Yet many of us still eat too much that isn’t good for us and too little of what is good for us. If you want to live longer and have a lower risk of obesity, heart disease, type 2 diab....
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  • Greek Yogurt Blue Cheese Dressing

    Greek Yogurt Blue Cheese Dressing

    Ingredients: Makes 20 Servings 1 cup nonfat plain greek yogurt 1/2 cup low fat buttermilk 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1/2 cup light mayonnaise...
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  • Carrot Ginger Dressing

    Carrot Ginger Dressing

    Ingredients: Makes 32 Servings 1 cup + 2 tablespoons grated carrots 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar 2 teaspoons white miso paste 3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger 2 tablespoons chopped yellow onion 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup canola oil Directions...
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  • Quinoa, Seed, and Oat Granola

    Quinoa, Seed, and Oat Granola

    Ingredients: Makes 9 servings 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1 tablespoon dijon mustard 2-1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon tahini 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 cup old fashioned oats...
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  • Creamy Cucumber Vinaigrette

    Creamy Cucumber Vinaigrette

    Ingredients: Makes 20 Servings 2 1/4 cups diced english cucumber 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup nonfat plain greek yogurt 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon...
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  • Teriyaki Chicken, Avocado, Collard Green Wrap

    Teriyaki Chicken, Avocado, Collard Green Wrap

    Ingredients: Makes 4 servings Marinade: 2/3 ounce fresh ginger root, peeled and sliced 2 cups water 1 1/2 tablespoons mirin (sweet cooking wine) 2 ounces sugar 2/3 ounce chopped green onion 1 tablespoon cooking sherry 1/3 cup reduced sodium soy...
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  • Blueberry, Honey, Lime Vinaigrette

    Blueberry, Honey, Lime Vinaigrette

    Ingredients: Makes 16 Servings 1/4 cup fresh blueberries 1/3 cup honey 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon chopped basil 2/3 cup canola oil 1/3 cup fresh pressed lime juice Directions: Place all ingredients in a food processor...
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  • Tofu Cucumber Banh Mi

    Tofu Cucumber Banh Mi

    Ingredients: Makes 4 servings For the Tofu: 1 pound extra firm tofu 1/4 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 1/4 teaspoons lime juice 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro 1/2 tablespoon canola oil For the Pickled Carrot...
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  • Quinoa Mango Coconut Greek Yogurt Parfait

    Quinoa Mango Coconut Greek Yogurt Parfait

    Ingredients: Makes 1 serving 1 cup cooked quinoa, chilled 1/3 cup plain soy milk 1/4 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 cup plain nonfat greek yogurt 1/4 cup diced mango 1 TBSP shredded coconut Directions In a small bowl, stir together cooked quinoa...
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  • Farro Lime Pineapple Greek Yogurt Parfait

    Farro Lime Pineapple Greek Yogurt Parfait

    Ingredients: Makes 1 serving 1/2 cup cooked farro, chilled Pinch salt 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 lime, juiced and zested 2 teaspoons milk Pinch ground nutmeg 3 tablespoons plain nonfat greek yogurt 1/3 cup diced pineapple Directions: ...
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