Coconut Chicken Satay

Coconut Chicken SatayOne Guiding Stars iconOne Guiding Stars indicate good nutritional value.

Sweet peanuts and coconut pair with hot pepper and tangy lime for a delectable grilling option. Serve this dish up with grilled sweet potatoes and a side of green veggies for a delicious, gourmet spread that requires minimal effort. Split this into more servings to make it an appetizer. Tip: To toast shredded coconut, place […]

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Grilled Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

Grilled Hasselback Sweet PotatoesTwo Guiding Stars iconTwo Guiding Stars indicate better nutritional value.

If you haven’t tried to grill your sweet potatoes before then you are in for a treat. The grill caramelizes the sugars in the potatoes to form nice crusty grill marks over a soft interior.

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Lentil & Chestnut Soup

Lentil & Chestnut SoupTwo Guiding Stars iconTwo Guiding Stars indicate better nutritional value.

Fresh chestnuts are a treat only available during the winter holiday season in most regions, but canned are available year-round, making this soup a treat you can enjoy anytime. Fresh do substitute well for canned if you can get them! Tip: If you don’t have an immersion blender, allow the soup to cool and puree […]

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Mustard & Rosemary Asparagus

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Mustard is a beautiful condiment for roasting vegetables. It brings salt, vinegar, and of course, its characteristic mustiness to the plate for a lovely balance to great herbs and sweetly-roasted veg.

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Spicy Stir-fried Tofu with Kale & Red Peppers

Spicy Tofu Stir-Fry with Kale and Red PeppersOne Guiding Stars iconOne Guiding Stars indicate good nutritional value.

Spice up stir-fry night with this great recipe! Smoky sesame oil and tart rice wine mingle with ginger, garlic, and hot pepper for an easy-to-make Asian experience that will delight your tastebuds. Serve with a little brown rice or go fusion-style and serve as the filling for a whole-grain tortilla.

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Moroccan Fish with Mango & Couscous

Moroccan Fish with MangoOne Guiding Stars iconOne Guiding Stars indicate good nutritional value.

Pearl couscous is bigger than usual couscous and has a lovely, chewy texture that’s reminiscent of barley, but cooks much faster. Made into a quick salad with mango and cilantro, it forms the perfect base for richly flavored fish that you’ll love.

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Black Rice Salad with Avocado & Grapefruit

Black Rice Salad with Avocado & GrapefruitTwo Guiding Stars iconTwo Guiding Stars indicate better nutritional value.

Black rice, like brown rice, has a long cooking time. With the pink of the grapefruit and green avocado, the visual effect is startling and lovely. The flavors, however, are just as well served by any kind of rice, so don’t hesitate to use up what you have. Wild rice makes another lovely option. Tip: […]

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Warm Quinoa Pilaf Salad

Warm Quinoa Pilaf SaladThree Guiding Stars iconThree Guiding Stars indicate the best nutritional value.

This salad is filling enough to be your main entree. If you replace the chicken broth with vegetable broth, it’s a wonderful vegetarian recipe to include in your regular or holiday rotation.

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