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Ingredients: Dressing: 1 ripe medium tomato, chopped 1/4 c. fresh basil leaves 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1/4 t. salt 1 T. olive oil 4 c. elbow macaroni, cooked 1/2 c. carrot, shredded 1/2 c. red bell pepper, diced 1/2 c. scallions, sliced 2 T. parsley, fresh, chopped Directions: To make dressing: in food processor or […]
Ingredients: 7 c. spinach (fresh, chopped) 1 1/2 c. corn (frozen, thawed) 1 red or orange bell pepper (seeded, finely chopped) Dressing: 2 T. olive oil (extra virgin) 2 t. lemon juice (freshly squeezed) 1/2 t. vegetable seasoning Directions: Mix spinach, corn, and pepper together in large bowl. Blend dressing with wire whip or shaker. […]
Ingredients: 6 ripe but firm Roma plum tomatoes, chopped 1/2 medium red onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, chopped juice of 1 lime 3 tomatillos (Mexican green tomatoes), peeled and chopped 1/4 c. fresh cilantro, minced 1 jalapeño chile (roasted, peeled, seeded, and chopped) or 1 T. canned jalapeño chilies, chopped Directions: Place all ingredients in […]
Ingredients: 2 c. fresh apricots, pitted and sliced 2 c. fresh strawberries, halved 1 c. kiwi fruit, pared and sliced 2 T. apricot nectar 2 T. lemon juice 1/4 c. unsweetened coconut flakes, lightly toasted 1 T. fresh mint Directions: In a large bowl, combine all ingredients; toss. Serve chilled. Serves: 5. Nutritional Information: Per […]
Ingredients: 1 c. dried bulgur wheat 1 c. dried lentils, rinsed and drained 1/4 t. salt 1/4 c. lemon juice 1/4 c. olive oil 1/2 t. dried mint leaves 1/2 t. dried oregano 4 green onions (white and green parts), sliced 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and chopped 1/2 each red and yellow bell peppers, minced […]
Ingredients: 1/4 c. water 2 c. cauliflower separated into tiny flowerets and boiled 1 T. olive oil 2 T. lemon juice 1 t. soy sauce 1 medium cucumber, diced 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped 1 c. cherry tomatoes, halved 2 T. chopped parsley Directions: In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil; add cauliflower […]
Ingredients: 1 c. cabbage (shredded) 1/2 c. carrot (shredded) 1/2 c. walnuts (chopped) 1/2 c. apple (diced) 1/2 c. celery (chopped) 2 T. Vegenaise (grapeseed oil variety) 1 T. honey 1/2 t. poppy seeds 1/2 t. soy milk Directions: Combine cabbage, carrot, walnuts, apple, and celery in medium mixing bowl; set aside. In small mixing […]
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. dry lima beans 1/4 bunch parsley, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed 1 bunch green onions, sliced 2 large carrots, sliced 2 T. olive oil 1 lemon, juiced 1/8 t. salt Directions: Soak lima beans overnight. Drain and place in a medium-sized bowl; add vegetables, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. […]
Ingredients: Prep Time: 20 minutes Yield: 12 (½ -cup) servings Cost per Serving: $0.40 Difficulty Level: Easy This make-ahead salad offers a surprisingly tasty fusion of flavors and textures that makes eating raw broccoli more fun. You can replace part of the broccoli with ¼-inch slices of broccoli stems, cauliflower florets, or shredded carrots. 2/3 […]
Ingredients: Prep Time: 10 minutes Yield: 1 cup; 16 servings Cost Per Serving: $0.20 Difficulty Level: Easy A good salad dressing provides valuable nutrients and inspires you to eat more vegetables. This reduced-fat dressing boosts your intake of omega-3 fats. The distinctive flavor of the flax oil is muted by the extra-virgin olive oil, making […]