Zucchini-Chickpea Fritters

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The red onion jam used to top the fritters in this recipe is a delightful condiment for many things, but on these simple fritters, it will make you believe in zucchini again. The chickpea flour used here is a wonderful ingredient to play with and is probably available near the Indian foods section in your […]

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Vegan Sweet Potato Joes

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If you’re baking or roasting veggies for another dish, throw your sweet potatoes in at the same time to conserve time and energy. They take about 40 minutes at 350ºF to cook, and you can reheat easily in the microwave on the day you’re making the lentils.

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Spicy Sweet Potato Sandwich

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Sandwiches can be a special meal, make no mistake. This luscious dish combines crispy fresh sweet potato chips with creamy avocado and a finger-licking sauce for a luxurious date night sandwich you’ll crave again later.

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Smoked Almond Granola Bars

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Keeping the sodium level in this recipe for savory snack bars low is dependent on choosing unsalted almonds. Liquid smoke can be found in the spice section of most grocery stores.

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Pita Bread

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Can you buy pita at the store? Of course. Do they take some time and effort? Naturally. Then is it really worth the hassle of making them fresh? You betcha. Truly fresh pita bread is a beast entirely unlike anything you can buy in the store, and as breads go, it’s one of the easiest […]

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Honey Mustard Snack Mix

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You can make this snack mix peanut-free by swapping in almonds, pumpkin seeds or soy nuts. By making this at home, you have control over the amount of salt and sugar used to make this flavorful, crunchy snack mix.

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Picadillo

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This classic Filipino stew is meant to be served over rice. We recommend brown rice. If you’re using regular brown rice, which has a long cook time, get that starting before you begin the picadillo to have them be ready at roughly the same time. Instant brown rice is also a great option, and takes […]

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Roasted Cauliflower Salad

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The flavors of this dish are inspired by the cuisine of North Africa. As Ras el Hanout is increasing in popularity, it’s often available in the spice blend section, but if you can’t find it, you can make your own from ingredients you probably already have in your cupboard.

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