Chickpea & Red Onion Salad

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This salad comes together very quickly and would be just as tasty with any of your favorite herbs if you don’t have parsley–cilantro or basil would work particularly well. Because the dressing is all in the chickpeas and onions, this is a great lunch salad–pack your lettuce and chickpea mix separately and combine when you’re […]

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Champ Irish Mashed Potatoes

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Champ is a variation on mashed potatoes that is traditional in Ulster, in North Ireland. Less intense than the classic dish, these mashed potatoes use leeks instead of scallions and a small amount of olive oil instead of heaps of butter. The Yukons add buttery color and flavor so you won’t miss a thing.

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Caribbean Red Beans & Brown Rice

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This spiced, Caribbean-inspired dish can be made with whatever kind of beans and rice you have on hand. The bean mixture will freeze nicely, so this is a fantastic dish to make an extra large batch of ahead of time. Cook instant brown rice when you’re ready to serve for a speedy dinner.

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Butternut Squash & Plantain Mash

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Inspired by a dish from the Dominican Republic, this dish combines plantains, butternut squash, and garlic. By roasting the vegetables together before combining them with a bit of stock, you concentrate the natural sugars and bring out the best flavors. For a little something extra special, try taking it up a level with your favorite spice mix […]

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Broccoli Peanut Stir Fry

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This orangey, sesame, peanuty goodness can be ready and on the table long before a take-out order would arrive. Why wait for take-out? Get chopping and get nomming. Tip: To thaw frozen spinach quickly, put it in a mesh strainer and run under warm water. You can microwave it for 1-2 minutes to reduce the time […]

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Easy Broccoli Pasta

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If you’ve ever been stuck staring at a cupboard with odds and ends of pasta and a freezer full of vegetables and wondered how you were going to scrape together something resembling a meal, wonder no more. This is your go-to. Broccoli is ideal for this, but honestly, any veggie you like with Parmesan and […]

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Broccoli & Mushroom Dip

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If you’re a lover of warm, cheesy, salty dips that are packed with veggies, this recipe is worth a try. It’s heavy on veggies and by using a low-fat cottage cheese, it keeps the nutritional profile leaner while delivering the rich goodness you adore. Serve it warm with your favorite pita bread or slices of […]

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Blueberry Sorbet

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This sorbet is similar to granita, using fruit and juice to create a refreshing slush. Try this with fresh strawberries or raspberries or a combination of your favorite berries. Pour into popsicle molds for a fun alternative way to eat it.

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