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    Edamame Hummus

    Ingredients: Makes 8 servings 13 ounces frozen, shelled edamame 4 teaspoons tahini (sesame paste) 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon zest 1-1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 garlic cloves, mashed 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon...
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  • Black Bean, Chipotle Cauliflower, Avocado Tacos

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    Ingredients: Makes 8 servings Cuban Black Beans 1 cup black beans, dry (can substitute 1 cup canned, rinsed beans) 1 tbsp. canola oil 1/3 cup yellow onions, diced 1/3 cup celery, diced 2 tsp ground cumin 2 tsp ground paprika 1/2 canned tomatoes...
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  • Keep Your Body Healthy by MINDing What You Eat

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  • Avocado Salad

    Avocado Salad

    Ingredients: Makes 8 servings 1 cup diced avocado 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion 3/4 cup fresh diced tomatoes 1-1/2 tablespoons chopped cilantro 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/8 teaspoon salt Ground black pepper, to taste 1-1/2 tablespoons fresh lime...
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  • Kale, Caramelized Onion, Goat Cheese Breakfast Barley

    Kale, Caramelized Onion, Goat Cheese Breakfast Barley

    Ingredients: Makes 6 servings 2 TBSP Canola Oil 1 1/2 cup Yellow Onions, julienne sliced 2 cups Kale, chopped 10 cups Water 2 cups Barley, dry 2/3 cups Goat Cheese 1 tsp Salt 1/4 tsp Black Pepper Directions: Heat oil in a pot. Cook onions...
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  • Grilled Peach, Vanilla Yogurt, Honey Oat Crumble

    Grilled Peach, Vanilla Yogurt, Honey Oat Crumble

    Ingredients: Makes 8 servings 4 large ripe peaches 3 tablespoons honey For the Oat Crumble 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour 1/3 cup old fashioned oats 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 tablespoon melted butter For the Garnish 2 cups...
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  • Is a Vegetarian or Vegan Diet Right for You?

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  • Greek Yogurt Blue Cheese Dressing

    Greek Yogurt Blue Cheese Dressing

    Ingredients: Makes 20 Servings 1 cup nonfat plain greek yogurt 1/2 cup low fat buttermilk 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1/2 cup light mayonnaise...
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  • Carrot Ginger Dressing

    Carrot Ginger Dressing

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  • Greek Yogurt Parfait, Cucumber Chickpea Salad

    Greek Yogurt Parfait, Cucumber Chickpea Salad

    Ingredients: Makes 1 serving 2 tablespoons cooked garbanzo beans* 2 tablespoons diced english cucumbers 3/4 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil 3/4 teaspoon lemon juice 3/4 teaspoon chopped fresh dill Pinch salt Pinch black pepper 1/4 cup Quinoa...
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  • Quinoa, Seed, and Oat Granola

    Quinoa, Seed, and Oat Granola

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  • Creamy Cucumber Vinaigrette

    Creamy Cucumber Vinaigrette

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  • Teriyaki Chicken, Avocado, Collard Green Wrap

    Teriyaki Chicken, Avocado, Collard Green Wrap

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  • Blueberry, Honey, Lime Vinaigrette

    Blueberry, Honey, Lime Vinaigrette

    Ingredients: Makes 16 Servings 1/4 cup fresh blueberries 1/3 cup honey 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon chopped basil 2/3 cup canola oil 1/3 cup fresh pressed lime juice Directions: Place all ingredients in a food processor...
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  • Tofu Cucumber Banh Mi

    Tofu Cucumber Banh Mi

    Ingredients: Makes 4 servings For the Tofu: 1 pound extra firm tofu 1/4 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 1/4 teaspoons lime juice 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro 1/2 tablespoon canola oil For the Pickled Carrot...
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