Chickpea Veggie Salad with Basil

This salad is a snap to make and is satisfying just as it is. Of course, I have ideas for you to make it more of a meal! Prep Time: 20 minutes Serves: 2-3 Ingredients: Dressing: 2 ½ tbsp organic apple cider vinegar or lemon juice 1 tbsp date syrup or pure maple syrup 1 tsp dijon mustard 1/2 tsp salt (rounded) 1/2 tsp lemon zest (optional) freshly ground black…

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Spinach and Avocado Dip – The Limber GOAT

This Patriot-themed, delicious and simple recipe can be whipped up for Super Bowl Sunday or any party! “The Limber GOAT” recipe is inspired by “The GOAT” Tom Brady’s TB12 diet. What You’ll Need 2 cups baby spinach 1 avocado, cut in chunks 2 Tbsp flat leaf parsley, chopped 2 Tbsp lemon juice 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast ¼ tsp ground cumin 1 garlic clove, grated 1 pinch of chili flakes Salt…

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Creamy Basil Spinach Dip

Basil and spinach are just meant for each other. This dip is creamy and loaded with greens. It is simple to make and perfect for holiday parties and beyond. Do you have uncontrollable munchies sometimes? This dip is a satisfying snack that’s good for you. The recipe can be used in many creative ways. It makes a great lasagna filling. You can also spread it on a whole-wheat tortilla and…

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Basil Dressed Vegetables

by Dr. Daniel Pompa 2 medium zucchini, trimmed and quartered 2 medium yellow squash, trimmed and quartered 1 small pack grape tomatoes, halved Mozzarella cheese balls (small), halved 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp. sea salt 1/2 tsp. black pepper 2 cloves garlic 1 small shallot Basil Dressing: 2 cups fresh basil leaves, loosely packed 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 small shallot, minced 2 Tbsp. rice wine…

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Sweet potato and bean salad

This beautiful and delicious salad combines leafy greens, beans, and sweet potatoes into an easy-to-create recipe perfect for lunch or to make for a potluck. Enjoy. Ingredients: 1/4 red onion, diced 4 small cooked sweet potatoes or 3 medium, cut in small cubes 1 can or 1 ½ cups cooked garbanzo beans, no salt added, rinsed and drained (13.4 – 15.5 ounces) 1 can or 1 ½ cups cooked black…

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Red cabbage, lemon and mint salad

This salad is surprisingly flavorful with fragrant lemon, refreshing mint, and crunchy red cabbage and almonds. The dates add a subtle sweetness. You can serve it as a slaw or as a main dish. This dish also travels well to potlucks and picnics because red cabbage is a hardy leaf that doesn’t wilt like softer lettuces. Ingredients: 1 cup raw almonds, chopped 8 cups shredded red cabbage (about 1 medium…

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Blue Steel Smoothie

This Blue Steel Smoothie is a nutritious drink disguised as a shake that will power you up fast. It’s so easy to make. And if you want to get more greens in your belly, this is a yummy way to do it. We like to sip our smoothies slowly with stainless steel straws because plastic straws are wreaking havoc on the environment. Ingredients: 1 cup frozen spinach 1 cup frozen…

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Spaghetti Squash with Fresh Tomato Basil Salsa

When it comes to spaghetti, you can’t top Mother Nature. Also known as Calabash Squash, this yellow oval-shaped squash conveniently comes in a variety of weights and is simply prepared by baking it in its own compostable package… its skin! This is a whole food, plant-based dish everyone will love with no added oil and loads of nutrition. The fresh Tomato Basil Salsa is quick and easy to make and…

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Baked Sweet Potato Toast

When I first saw sweet potato toast on social media, I couldn’t wait to try it. But when I made it in the toaster, I encountered a number of difficulties. Baking the sweet potato slices instead is an easy and efficient way to make multiple pieces of toast all at once. This is a delicious idea that is also fabulously healthy. Ingredients: Sweet potatoes Favorite spreads: Nut and seed butters,…

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Millet Croquettes with Red Pepper Turmeric Tahini Dressing

This recipe is a baked, whole-food version of a classic dish that’s typically deep-fried. You can easily take these with you on the go or when you travel. Eat these croquettes as you would a falafel — on salads, in wraps, or all by themselves dipped in our Red Pepper Turmeric Dressing. Or put them on a bun like a burger. We know you’ll love the versatility of this dish….

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Slow Cooker “Chicken” Tikka Masala

In this plant-based version of the traditional Indian dish, the creaminess comes from the coconut milk and the sweetness comes from the blended butternut squash, pumpkin, or sweet potato. It’s just as spicy, creamy, and orange as the original! Feel free to modify the spices to make it milder or hotter. We like this dish made with tempeh or Rancho Gordo Marcella heirloom beans. You can use any white bean,…

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Garbanzo Bean Corn Chowder

Garbanzo Bean Corn Chowder This hearty chowder is rich and creamy with a delicate balance of sweetness from the blended corn. And it has a nice hit of heat from the red pepper flakes. This is a satisfying meal in a bowl that is easy to make with simple ingredients. Try it this summer at a cookout, potluck, or picnic! Ingredients: 3 cups cooked garbanzo beans 1 onion, cut in…

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