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Lentil Salad

This classic lentil salad recipe features some of my favorite Mediterranean flavors, including cherry tomatoes, roasted red peppers, Kalamata olives, and plenty of fresh parsley in a zippy lemon dressing. The texture is an irresistible combination of tender, crisp and chewy. I love to keep this hearty lentil salad in the fridge for a light…

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Cauliflower Salad

Craving a fresh salad with substance? This cauliflower salad recipe might be right up your alley. It’s crunchy, chewy, bold and unexpected. You’ll love this salad if you enjoy fresh Mediterranean flavors and reach for raw cauliflower on veggie trays. Yes, this salad is made with raw cauliflower. The only cooking you’ll need to do…

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Refried Black Beans

Refried black beans are one of my favorite plant-based recipe components. I’ve perfected my technique and flavorings over the years, and I’m excited to share the recipe with you today. Made with canned beans, these refried black beans are a quick and satisfying alternative to stovetop black beans, and a fun variation on classic refried…

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Chickpea Tomato Soup

Craving a hearty, rich, yet redeeming soup? This creamy tomato soup laden with chickpeas is the answer. I cannot get enough of it! There’s nothing better than hot tomato soup on a chilly day, and this one is substantial enough to feel like a meal. If you’re a fan of my classic tomato soup, you’re…

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Sweet Potato Hash

Savory sweet potato fans, you’re going to love this hash! It features sweet potatoes, bell pepper, and onion, all roasted in the oven to tender, caramelized perfection. You’ll love this recipe if you’re a fan of roasted sweet potatoes or the sweet potato hash at True Food Kitchen. This recipe was inspired by an old favorite, my…

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Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes

While I’m a forever fan of mashed potatoes, these cauliflower mashed potatoes are a surprisingly great alternative! Use this recipe to make mashed cauliflower or add a potato to the mix for cauliflower mashed potatoes. When you add a russet potato to the mix, the starch helps the mash become more creamy, smooth, and, as…

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Quick Swiss Chard

Who knew Swiss chard could be this good?! The key is to slice the chard very thinly and cook it over medium-high heat until it caramelizes on the edges. These greens are not soggy or mushy, no way. This cooked chard is a little garlicky, a little lemony, and seriously irresistible. It’s the perfect quick…

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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Muffins

It’s not fall until you’ve made a batch of pumpkin muffins. Right? These muffins fill our kitchen with the wonderful fragrance of pumpkin and spice, which makes it feel like autumn, even when the weather outside is still unseasonably warm. These almond flour-based pumpkin muffins are tender, fluffy and delicious. My daughter and I have…

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Seaweed Salad

This seaweed salad is colorful, delicious, and boldly flavored with sesame dressing. If you enjoy seaweed salads at Japanese restaurants, try this fun twist on the concept.…

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