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Noodle Soup with Coconut, Sprouts and Shoots recipe
Noodle Soup with Coconut, Sprouts and Shoots

Feb 26, 2021 08:30AM ● By Lina Wallentinson

This warming, healthy soup with just the right amount of chili spice is simple to make and full of delicious, curry flavors.

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Green smoothie bowl recipe
Green Smoothie Bowl

Feb 26, 2021 08:30AM ● By Lina Wallentinson

This healthy green smoothie bowl recipe combines tender, mild shoots along with buckwheat sprouts for a little extra satiety.

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Sprouted hummus recipe
Sprouted Hummus

Feb 26, 2021 08:30AM ● By Lina Wallentinson

This sprouted version of hummus is a tasty twist on the classic Middle Eastern recipe.

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Roasted Broccoli and Raisin Salad with a Yogurt Dressing

Feb 07, 2021 08:35PM

Packed with flavor, this colorful and delicious salad will satisfy even the most discerning palette.

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Cucumber Smoked Salmon Appetizers

Feb 07, 2021 08:15PM

The crispness of cucumbers mixed with the richness of cream cheese and smoky salmon make this the perfect appetizer or flavorful snack.

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One Skillet Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Soup

Feb 07, 2021 08:10PM

Warm the bellies of your family with this rich and hearty soup that is both nutritious and delicious!

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Instant Pot® Cocoa-Spiced Pork Roast

Feb 07, 2021 08:05PM

This hearty and flavorful roast makes a perfect supper on a cold Minnesota evening. Since it utilizes an Instant Pot, it is also a great option for hot summer nights.

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Quinoa, Edamame and Carrot Salad with Ginger-Sesame Dressing recipe
Quinoa, Edamame and Carrot Salad with Ginger-Sesame Dressing

Jan 29, 2021 08:30AM ● By Michelle Routhenstein

Edamame’s flavors pair well with quinoa, crunchy cabbage and carrot slaw, and combine seamlessly with the spicy, toasty notes of the ginger-sesame dressing in this heart-healthy recipe.

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Blueberry pumpkin seed yogurt bark recipe
Blueberry and Pumpkin Seed Yogurt Bark

Jan 29, 2021 08:30AM ● By Michelle Routhenstein

This frozen yogurt bark recipe can be an easy breakfast alternative that balances high-quality protein, dietary fiber and heart-healthy fats.

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Lentil, raisin, pecan-stuffed acorn squash recipe
Lentil, Raisin and Pecan-Stuffed Acorn Squash

Jan 29, 2021 08:30AM ● By Michelle Routhenstein

With lean proteins from the lentils, complex carbohydrates from the squash and heart-healthy fats from the pecans, this well-balanced vegan recipe is nourishing and delicious.

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Sparkling Cranberry Orange Ginger Punch

Dec 13, 2020 07:04PM

The perfect chilled drink any time of the year. Full-flavored non-alcoholic or try the adult version for even more punch.

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Slow Cooker Apple-Cinnamon Oats

Dec 13, 2020 07:01PM

This healthy and delicious overnight breakfast recipe will have your house smelling like freshly baked apple pie when you wake up in the morning.

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Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl with Sriracha Hummus

Dec 13, 2020 06:46PM

Enjoy this vegan-friendly dish for lunch or a light supper. Packed with nutrients and punched with flavor, you will savor every bite!

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Garlic and Chive Cauliflower Mash

Dec 13, 2020 06:23PM ● By Candi Broeffle

Looking for a low carb, vegan and healthy alternative to mashed potatoes? Try this delicious version sure to satisfy even the most discerning palette.

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Sweet & Savory Spiced Pecans

Dec 13, 2020 06:22PM

We love these flavor-packed spiced pecans throughout the year. Vegan friendly!

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Spicy Sweet Corn Chowder

Dec 13, 2020 06:22PM

This decadent chowder will amaze you to know that it's low-fat, healthy and vegan-friendly.

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Roasted Beet, Citrus, & Fennel Salad

Dec 13, 2020 06:21PM

This flavor-packed salad features tender roast beets and the classic combination of citrus and fennel for a light, yet satisfying main course.

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Crispy Seasoned Kale Chips

Dec 13, 2020 06:20PM

If you’re looking for a healthy and satisfying alternative to fried potato chips, you are in the right place. These crispy kale chips are super easy to make, vegan-friendly and healthy!

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Instant Pot® Cuban-Style Black Beans and Rice

Dec 13, 2020 06:18PM

This hearty meatless dish borrows elements from traditional Cuban black bean recipes, such as the oregano, dried cumin, and bay leaves. However, it isn’t intended as a classic “authentic” interpretation.

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Mint Grapefruit Mimosas

Dec 13, 2020 05:55PM

Try this healthier version of mimosa to make your next brunch extra special. You may substitute club soda or sparking juice for a non-alcoholic option.

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“Creamy” Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup

Dec 13, 2020 05:50PM

Healthy, low-fat and vegan version of our favorite go-to soup - you won't miss the original once you try the improved!

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Baked Cinnamon Apples

Dec 13, 2020 05:36PM

Healthy and vegan-friendly version of apple crisp made with fresh apples, cinnamon, maple syrup, coconut oil and almond flour. Yum!

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Spicy Sweet Potato Wedges with Herbed Coconut Yogurt Dip

Dec 13, 2020 05:34PM

Curb your cravings for deep fried potatoes or other salty snacks with these delicious, crispy sweet potato wedges.

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Jar of lentil brown rice soup dry mix
Lentil Brown Rice Soup

Nov 27, 2020 08:30AM ● By Mackenzie Burgess

Give your loved ones the gift of healthy food this holiday season with a recipe and jar full of all the dry ingredients to make Lentil Brown Rice Soup.

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Christmas Cocoa Crunch Bark recipe for holiday gift ideas
Christmas Cocoa Crunch Bark

Nov 27, 2020 08:30AM ● By Mackenzie Burgess

Spread cheer over the holidays with this delicious recipe for Christmas Cocoa Crunch Bark, a healthy way to sweeten the season.

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Ras el hanout spice mix recipe
Ras el Hanout Spice Mix

Nov 27, 2020 08:30AM ● By Stephanie Hafferty

Spice up dishes with the zesty blend of flavors in this recipe for Ras el Hanout, great for sprinkling onto roasting vegetables or added to falafel mixes, soups, stews and tagines.

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Energy bites recipe
Energy Bites

Nov 27, 2020 08:30AM ● By Mackenzie Burgess, RDN

These customizable energy bites are the perfect snack to grab and go, taking 5 minutes or less to make. It's easy to create festive bites for the holidays by adding food coloring.

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Rosemary infused vinegar recipe as a holiday gift
Rosemary-Infused Vinegar

Nov 27, 2020 08:30AM ● By Stephanie Hafferty

This fragrant, versatile rosemary-infused vinegar recipe makes a delightful holiday gift that can be enjoyed for months, delicious in salad dressings, on vegetables or added to sauces.

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Roasted Rosemary Lemon Chicken

Nov 22, 2020 06:19PM

This is the perfect dish on a cold rainy day. Warm your home and the hearts of your family with this delicious roasted chicken main dish with lemons and rosemary.

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Roasted Artichoke and Mozzarella Salad

Nov 21, 2020 06:11PM

As delicious as it is beautiful, this salad promises to satisfy the pickiest of eaters. Packed with tomatoes, artichokes and herbs, the creaminess of the mozzarella complements perfectly.

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Roasted Fall Harvest Soup

Nov 21, 2020 01:02AM

A hearty roasted vegetable soup recipe that is packed full of nutrients and spices to warm your soul. Vegan-friendly.

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Honey-Roasted Figs with Labneh & Pistachios

Nov 20, 2020 06:16PM

If you have never experienced roasted figs, this is a must-try recipe. Bonus - it is healthy and sure to make the foodie in you jump with joy!

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Loaded Avocado Baked Eggs

Nov 19, 2020 04:48PM

Full of goodness, these baked eggs are perfect for breakfast, brunch or any time of the day. Low-carb, keto and paleo friendly, these baked avocado eggs are sure to please!

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Easy Spicy Roasted Cauliflower

Nov 07, 2020 04:54PM

The perfect side dish for a quick and easy weeknight meal, this cauliflower recipe is full of flavor, low-carb, and keto and paleo friendly!

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Instant Pot® Stuffed Poblano Pepper Soup

Nov 04, 2020 04:41PM

Enjoy this spicy and hearty soup packed with nutrients and flavor to satisfy the entire family. With lean ground beef, poblano peppers, tomatoes and brown rice, it's all your family needs.

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Vegan Mushroom Gravy Recipe
Mushroom Gravy

Oct 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Kim Campbell

This rich, flavorful, vegan mushroom gravy recipe is perfect served over potatoes and veggie loafs. It’s easy to prepare and inexpensive.

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Vegan Green Bean Casserole Recipe
Thanksgiving Green Bean Casserole

Oct 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Kim Campbell

This vegan twist on the classic green bean casserole recipe is a healthy way to incorporate more vegetables into Thanksgiving feasts.

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Cranberry Sauce with Maple Syrup Recipe
Cranberry Sauce with Maple Syrup

Oct 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Jessie-Sierra Ross

Delicious maple syrup, orange juice, cinnamon and cranberries are boiled down to a syrupy, slightly sweet and spicy sauce in this tasty holiday recipe.

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Pumpkin Spice No-Bake Energy Balls Recipes
Pumpkin Spice No-Bake Energy Balls

Oct 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Carrie Forrest

This gluten-free, vegan and paleo recipe for Pumpkin Spice No-Bake Energy Balls combines the flavors of fall for a healthy and delicious treat.

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Bone-In Pork Chops with White Beans & Escarole

Oct 29, 2020 05:01PM

This fulfilling meal is full of flavor and will surely satisfy your whole family. With pork chops, white beans and escarole, it is sure to put a smile on their faces!

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Instant Pot® Mongolian Beef

Oct 24, 2020 04:35PM

Try this healthier version of Mongolian Beef using natural ingredients. Begin with flank steak and add vegetables and seasonings and serve over rice for a fast and easy family meal.

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Chorizo & Red Lentil Soup

Oct 20, 2020 04:29PM

A hearty and healthy soup to satisfy your family filled with chorizo sausage, vegetables, spices and red lentils. Easy to adjust to make it vegan-friendly.

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Caramel Apple Cinnamon Crisp Overnight Oats Recipe
Caramel Apple Cinnamon Crisp Overnight Oats

Sep 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Lacey Baier

This recipe for overnight oats with caramel apple cinnamon crisp is a great dessert/breakfast mix that’s healthy and delicious, including a caramel sauce using dates.

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Salmon Cakes with Fennel and Parsnips Recipe
Salmon Cakes with Fennel & Parsnips

Sep 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By David Perlmutter

This gluten-free breakfast recipe for salmon cakes combines wild-caught salmon with fennel and parsnip vegetables for a healthy way to start the day.

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Sweet Potato Toast with Avocado Recipe
Sweet Potato Toast with Avocado

Sep 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Julie Van Den Kerchove

Replace bread for toast using sweet potatoes with this healthy, gluten-free recipe for avocado toast. Top with eggs or go vegan and use tempeh.

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Cauliflower Hash Egg Muffins Recipe
Cauliflower Hash Egg Muffins

Sep 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Lacey Baier

This is a healthier, low-calorie alternative to the classic breakfast of hash browns and eggs, and more nutritious, too, because cauliflower is packed with fiber, minerals and vitamins.

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Spinach and Grapefruit Salad with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
Spinach & Grapefruit Salad with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

Aug 31, 2020 08:30AM ● By Brittany Wood Nickerson

This healthy, vegan, gluten-free recipe for spinach and grapefruit salad incorporating toasted pumpkin seeds can aid in digestion and invigorate the senses.

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Mint and Feta Bruschetta with Chive Blossoms
Mint and Feta Bruschetta with Chive Blossoms

Aug 31, 2020 08:30AM ● By Brittany Wood Nickerson

This vegetarian recipe for Mint and Feta Bruschetta with Chive Blossoms is the perfect healthy appetizer that can be prepared in no time.

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Cilantro Pesto Recipe
Cilantro Pesto

Aug 31, 2020 08:30AM ● By Brittany Wood Nickerson

This five-ingredient vegan recipe for Cilantro Pesto is an easy, healthy twist on the classic sauce.

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Garden picked shoots, roots and dandelions
No-Waste Garden Edibles: Ways to Maximize Your Garden’s Bounty

Jul 31, 2020 08:30AM ● By April Thompson

How to get the most out of the fruits, vegetables and even flowers grown in your garden by discovering the edible parts of common backyard plants and incorporating them into healthy recipes.

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Kale stem hummus with vegetables
Kale Stem Hummus

Jul 31, 2020 08:30AM ● By Lindsay-Jean Hard

Plant-based, vegan recipe for homemade hummus using kale stems.

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Salad with daylily flowers, peas, goat cheese
Daylily Salad

Jul 31, 2020 08:30AM ● By Marie Viljoen

This strikingly beautiful vegetarian recipe for Daylily Salad marries the sweet crunch of pea pods with crisp orange daylily petals and creamy cheese.

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Daylily and Zucchini Curry with Sweet Potato Shoot

Jul 31, 2020 08:30AM ● By Marie Viljoen

This comforting vegan curry recipe sings with the flavors of summer’s vegetables, herbs and garden scraps.

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Grilled Vegetable Kabobs
Outdoor Feasts: Inspired Picnics and Healthy Grills

Jun 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Whether firing up the backyard grill or having a picnic, these healthy, plant-based recipes are perfect outdoor meal ideas to savor this summer season.

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Healthy Happy Good Mood Food
Feeding Happiness: Lifting Moods with Feel-Good Foods

May 29, 2020 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

During stressful times when our bodies need nutrition more than ever, turn to these healthy, mood-boosting comfort foods, including recipes for chocolate truffles and banana ice cream.

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Soul Nourishment: The Kitchen As Sacred Space

Apr 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Designating the kitchen as a practical sanctuary is conducive to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Honor the sacredness of food by making these healthy recipes at home.

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Flower Power: Botanical Libations Pack Healthy Punch

Mar 31, 2020 08:30AM ● By April Thompson

How to take flowers and other budding botanical elements to create flavorful beverages, including drink recipes using Ayurvedic herbs, dandelions, rose petals and more.

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Meatless Makeover: A Plant-Based Spin on Classic Dishes

Feb 28, 2020 08:30AM

How to turn classic meat recipes into healthy, plant-based versions without losing any taste or texture including vegan popcorn chicken, walnut tacos and mushroom, sage and onion Wellington.

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A Feast for All Seasons: Embracing the Rainbow Year Round

Jan 31, 2020 08:30AM

Eating seasonally in winter can be easy with these healthy foods and plant-based, vegan recipes for Mixed Citrus Salad With Mâche, Fennel and Celery and Chard and Squash Salad.

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Gut Check: Feeding the Immune System

Dec 30, 2019 08:30AM

Nutrition is key in building up a strong immune system. How to foster healthy gut bacteria plus immune-boosting recipes for Creamy Turmeric Cauliflower Soup and Lentil Stew.

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The Merry Vegan: People-Pleasing Holiday Sweets

Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM

Healthy vegan, gluten- and grain-free holiday treats and desserts, including recipes for peanut butter cookies, no-bake pecan snowballs and peanut butter cup bars.

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Zenful Eating: Mindful Meals in Quiet Gratitude

Oct 31, 2019 08:30AM

How to cook more mindfully, enjoy meals more fully and eat in better balance, plus healthy recipes for Buddha Bowls and Hearty Moroccan Soup.

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Slow Food Takes Root: Global Movement on Fast Track

Sep 30, 2019 08:30AM

Slow Food activists focus on food that is “good, clean and fair”—which also tends to be food that is local, healthy and sustainable.

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Ayurvedic Cooking: Ancient System Restores Balance

Aug 30, 2019 08:30AM

Ayurveda works to rebalance health in coordination with mind-body energy. An Ayurvedic diet can address imbalances and optimize health and well-being. Start with these simple recipes.

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