Bright Pea Soup

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Traditional pea soup is made from dried peas, which impart a more yellow color to the dish. This version is bright green and screams freshness in both its color and appearance.

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Citrus-Marinated Tofu with Onions & Peppers

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Marinating is a brilliant way to add flavor to any protein, but it’s especially magical with the sponge-like texture of tofu, which soaks up the sauce gorgeously. Serve this easy dish over brown rice or with whole-grain tortillas as a fajita filling.

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Fruit Leather

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Drying fruit puree to perfection might seem daunting at first, but it’s easy to get the hang of. If you overdry the fruit, no worries—just let it sit out to soften. Cut it into fun shapes with cookie cutters or roll it up for a healthier mimicry of popular prepared fruit snacks.

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Fresh Fig & Date Shake

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Fresh figs are usually available in the fall. You can find them in the produce section with the exotic fruits like dates and coconuts. Try one raw to get the flavor—they’re not as sweet as dried figs, and you may fall in love with them for autumn cooking. Paired with more familiar dates, this shake […]

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White Bean & Pine Nut Dip

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Try this nutritious dip with toasted pita bread or your favorite vegetables. It’s the perfect option to send in bento-style lunchboxes for a hands-on kids’ lunch and it works just as well as an appetizer at an elegant cocktail hour. Just pre-spread the dip on the toasted pitas and top directly with chives for a […]

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Mango Rice Salad

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Rice is a filling base for a salad that soaks up a delicious dressing to make a flavorful meal. You can also use leftover rice. We recommend using this recipe’s cooling method for bringing any leftover rice down in temperature quickly for good food safety practices.

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Scallop Mango Ceviche

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See scallops in a new light: the tang of lime pairs with a sweet and sultry mango-chili duo that will make you fall in love with seafood all over again. Unlike traditional ceviche, which simply uses an acidic marinade to denature the proteins, this recipe works with fully cooked scallops so you can be confident […]

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Green Goddess Roasted Potatoes

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Spinach acts as a base for a rich green dressing in this delightful side dish, helping to coat potatoes with both flavor and color. When you struggle to get enough green vegetables into your family, every little bit counts.

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