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Ginger, Avocado, Shrimp Bowl
9 Apr, 2026Ingredients:
1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
1 cup water
1/3 avocado, cubed
4 ounces shrimp
1 tsp olive oil
1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
Directions:
Cook quinoa in water (or chicken stock), bring to a boil and let simmer for 20 minutes until all liquid is absorbed.
While the quinoa is simmering, cook the shrimp with olive oil. Toss with grated ginger.
Layer cooked quinoa in a bowl with shrimp and cubed avocado. (Optional: sesame seeds or... -
Mediterranean Tuna Salad
9 Apr, 2026Ingredients:
2 cans lite tuna packed in water
1/2 cup artichoke hearts packed in water, chopped
1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives, chopped
1/4 cup roasted red peppers packed in water, chopped
1/4 cup garbanzo beans
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons basil leaves, sliced (or chiffonade)
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Directions:
Drain the ... -
Winter Squash Crostini
9 Apr, 2026Ingredients:
1 small butternut squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
1 1/2 cups chopped shallots (about 4 large shallots)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 baguette, cut crosswise into (1/3-inch) thick slices
3 tablespoons almond butter
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Arrange squash on a greased baking sheet, cut sides down, and bake until tender, about 45 minut... -
Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella Salad
9 Apr, 2026Ingredients:
3-4 ripe tomatoes
1-2 cucumbers
1/2 of a red onion
1/4 pound fresh mozzarella
1/8 cup of basil, sliced
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Directions:
Cut the vegetables and cheese into bite size pieces. Pile the basil leaves on top of each other and roll into a tube (for easy slicing).
Add the chopped basil into the bowl and pour the oil and vinegar over all ingredients, adding a ... -
Chocolate-Banana Breakfast Quinoa
9 Apr, 2026Ingredients:
1/2 cup quinoa
1/2 cup skim milk (you can substitute almond milk)
1 cup water
1/2 banana, mashed
1 tablespoon honey (you can substitute maple syrup)
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
Bring quinoa to a boil with the milk and water, then simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, until all liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally.
Transfer quinoa into a bowl and add mashed banana, honey, cocoa powder, an... -
Early Autumn Frittata with Fall Salad
9 Apr, 2026Ingredients:
2 cups butternut squash, cubed
1/2 cup diced onion
3/4 teaspoon salt (divided)
12 large eggs
1 cup liquid egg whites
3/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
1 teaspoon black pepper
3.5 ounces fontina cheese, shredded
Salad:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 and 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
12-ounces baby arugula
12-ounces mesclun gree... -
Spice Protein Pancakes
9 Apr, 2026Ingredients:
2 cups whole wheat flour
1/4 cup quinoa, cooked
2 scoops vanilla protein powder
2 cups 1% milk
2 whole eggs
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon allspice, ground
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, ground
1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
1 teaspoon ginger, ground
1/8 teaspoon cloves, ground
8 tablespoons almonds, chopped
8 tablespoons walnuts, chopped
1 cup blueberries
2 tablespoons maple syrup
Direct... -
Waldorf Dandelion Salad
9 Apr, 2026Ingredients:
2 green apples, cubed with skin
1 cup roasted black walnuts
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup onion, minced
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
2 tablespoon vegan mayonnaise
2 cups dandelion greens, washed, wilted, and chopped
Directions:
Add together all ingredients in a large bowl. Toss well.
Chill for 1 hour, then serve.
Yie... -
Pumpkin Pear Waffles
9 Apr, 2026Ingredients:
1 cup whole-wheat flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup pumpkin purée
1/4 cup finely diced pears
1 teaspoon oil (i.e. canola, coconut)
Directions:
Mix together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Beat together eggs and sugar.
Add in the flour mixture.
Fold in the pumpkin and pear.
Pour b... -
Rosemary and Veggie Frittata
9 Apr, 2026Ingredients:
7 whole eggs
2 cups chopped spinach
1 large russet potato, peeled and sliced
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 cup sliced white onion
2 teaspoons dried rosemary
2 teaspoons minced garlic
4 ounces reduced fat feta, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
Directions:
Sauté potato, onion, bell pepper, and rosemary over medium heat for 10 minutes with less than 1/2 tablespoon oil.... -
Plant-Powered Chickpea Salad
9 Apr, 2026Ingredients:
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup carrots, chopped
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
2 teaspoons fresh dill, minced
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise or avocado
1 1/2 teaspoons yellow mustard
1 teaspoon nutritional yeast or cashews, chopped
2 teaspoons chili pepper flakes
2 teaspoons Mrs. Dash or saltMillet Salad with Avocado, Edamame, and Mandarin Oranges
9 Apr, 2026Ingredients: Millet
1 cup dry millet
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Vinaigrette
3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
3 tablespoons drained juice of mandarin oranges
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
Salad
1 cup thawed shelled edamame
3/4 cup diced red onion
1/2 cup diced red pepper
1/2 cup snow peas, cut on the bias, strings removed
1/4...












