Broccoli Rabe & Orzo Salad

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If broccoli rabe is hard to find in your local store, substitute any dark, leafy green. Mustard or dandelions would be particularly nice, as a slightly bitter green is exactly what the tangy lemon and salty feta want to create a complete flavor profile to top the simple orzo.

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South American Black Bean Stew

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Surprise all your senses with this colorful, flavorful stew, where southern pizzazz is sweetened by a hint of sweet potato and citrus.

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Berry Scary Shake

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Get your kids in the Halloween spirit with this delicious and healthy shake! If blueberries aren’t a favorite in your house, swap them with an equal amount of strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries instead. If serving these for a party, consider handing them out in paper cups and let the kids draw scary faces while they’re […]

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Black Beans with Corn & Tomatoes

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Coming together easily from frozen and canned ingredients, this simple side can serve as a salad or salsa. Eat it with a heaping pile of greens and either a serving of whole grains or a lean protein to turn it into a meal.

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Asian Pear Slaw

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Give slaw a refreshing and surprising twist with sweet pears and the heat of chili peppers. This recipe calls for jalapeño, which are easy to find, but Fresno chilis make a lovely alternative if you can get them.

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Fresh Spring Rolls with Sesame-Tamari Grilled Steak

Fresh Spring Rolls with Sesame-Tamari Grilled SteakTwo Guiding Stars iconTwo Guiding Stars indicate better nutritional value.

If steak isn’t your thing, try substituting shrimp or extra-firm tofu. Or just use extra veggies and noodles. Remember that when assembling the rolls, arranging the ingredients in neat parallel lines gives the best visual effect when you cut them in half to serve.

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Watermelon Gazpacho

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Cold soup, savory smoothie—gazpacho originated in Spanish cooking and makes a lovely light side on a hot day. Watermelon brings a sweet, seasonal twist to the dish in mid-summer.

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