Poblano, Mango & Black Bean Quesadillas

Poblano, Mango & Black Bean QuesadillasOne Guiding Stars iconOne Guiding Stars indicate good nutritional value.

Sweet, exotic mango complements spicy chili to bring an enticing depth of flavor to a simple quesadilla. Avocado and black bean bring healthful fat and protein to the dish for a meal that will keep you satisfied.

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Lentil Edamame Stew

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The fresh bright flavors of parsley and mint team up with the warmth of cumin and cinnamon for an herbally spiced tango of flavors that will delight your mouth. Eat with a spoon or scoop up with whole grain pita. Tip: Shelled edamame is usually easy to find with frozen vegetables.

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Lentil Barley Soup

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Lentils and barley are both wonderful foods for improving the nutrition of your diet while reducing your environmental impact and spending less money on food. This filling soup brings the two together in the best possible way for a warming, flavorful meal you’ll be happy to eat again and again.

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Fresh Asparagus Frittata

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While asparagus is fresh and in-season, there’s no better vegetable. If you get carried away with your asparagus purchases the way we do, a frittata is a simple and delicious way to enjoy asparagus at its best. Tip: If you choose to use leftover asparagus that’s already cooked, add the asparagus to the pan with […]

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Creamy Herb Hummus

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A generous helping of parsley gives this easy hummus a bright green color, but if the flavor of parsley isn’t your favorite, consider swapping in cilantro or basil instead. Either would place well with the rich garlic and lemon flavors, but if you go with basil, you might consider swapping the cumin with a little […]

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Fresh Marinara Linguine

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This is best made in late summer when the tomatoes are in abundance in your garden or at the farmer’s market. Choose a whole-grain pasta to get the best nutritional benefit from this uncomplicated and classic marinara dish.

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Fresh Vegetable Tagine

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Moroccan tagine dishes are slow-cooked savory stews, usually served with couscous or bread. Look for whole wheat couscous or bread to get the best nutritional pairing.

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Curried Squash Soup

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This savory squash soup has an easy cilantro cream topping that dresses it up, enriching the sweet curried spices with the tang of sour cream. Tip: If you have an immersion blender, you don’t need to wait for the soup to cool. Just add the squash directly to the saucepan and process in place.

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