Asian Spinach Salad with Orange & Avocado

Asian Spinach Salad with Orange & Avocado.One Guiding Stars iconOne Guiding Stars indicate good nutritional value.

Simple and refreshing, this tasty salad is easy to make. It will be at its best in the winter, when citrus is at its finest, making it a lovely choice for ringing in the new year.

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Apricot Mushroom Pilaf

Apricot Mushroom Pilaf.Three Guiding Stars iconThree Guiding Stars indicate the best nutritional value.

This fragrant brown rice pilaf is an elegant whole grain dish that can be a hearty light vegan or vegetarian entree or, in smaller portions, a side to pair with just about any main dish. It’s use of less common ingredients that are still easy to source makes it a lovely choice for a special […]

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Grilled Veggie Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette

Grilled Veggie Salad with Dijon VinaigretteTwo Guiding Stars iconTwo Guiding Stars indicate better nutritional value.

This simple concept for a salad is going to be at its best with whatever veggies are in season and fresh. It’s the perfect side for a grilling day, but if you’re not grilling, you can make it on the stovetop just as easily. Tip: If you have a grill pan, this is the perfect […]

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Buckwheat Pancakes (Gluten-Free)

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If you choose the source of your buckwheat flour carefully, these pancakes are gluten-free. Using whipped egg whites gives them loft and tenderness to rival a traditional pancake–well worth the work.

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Asian Noodle Bowl

Asian Noodle BowlTwo Guiding Stars iconTwo Guiding Stars indicate better nutritional value.

This is not pad thai, but if you and your family like pad thai, you might find the lightly sweet, peanuty sauce to be an easy way to approximate the more complicated dish. Vary the vegetables to use up odds and ends in your fridge or swap in your favorites.

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Skillet Broccoli

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This dish leans on garlic and red pepper to give broccoli a spicier kick. If you love garlic, feel free to add a little extra to give it a stronger punch.

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Roasted Plum Tomatoes

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The simple delights of garlic, tomatoes, and good olive oil are brought together gently by a slow roasting process to deepen and meld the flavors.

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Holiday Rice Salad

Holiday Rice SaladOne Guiding Stars iconOne Guiding Stars indicate good nutritional value.

This light and refreshing salad will satisfy your family and friends at the holidays. Tip: To toast the pecans, place in a dry, non-stick skillet over medium heat and toast until fragrant, stirring often (3-4 minutes).

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