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  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week I’ve been on a quinoa kick recently! A healthy and quick meal prep I often do each Sunday evening is boil a couple cups of tricolor quinoa to add to my vegan bowls for my weekly dinners. Quinoa has the texture and ‘feel’ of rice and is a good source of…

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    Healthy Recipe of the Week Saucy Chickpeas and Quinoa I love how the color of red quinoa pops out in this bowl! However, white or tri-color quinoa tastes just as yummy.  You can also swap the quinoa for any other cooked grain such as, bulgar, farro, or wheat berries. Ingredients 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil…

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    Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Memorial Day weekend, or the ‘unofficial start of summer’, is often filled with a buffet of not-so-healthy food choices such as, creamy, rich, greasy, or fried options. For a lighter, more healthful meal, toss a piece of salmon on the grill topped with fresh mango salsa. If you prefer a…

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    Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week While I follow a vegan/vegetarian diet, I also like to share healthful recipes for my carnivorous friends. This is a classic Filipino dish that can often take hours of marinating and braising to prepare. However, this recipe variation offers a quick to prep adobo sauce with tart, savory flavors! Chicken in…

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    Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week For those of you who have been indulging on a few too many holiday treats this past week, today’s recipe features a healthful, refreshing salad to cleanse your body and feel rejuvenated. Adding sweet-tart fruit such as orange, kiwi, or pomegranate to a leafy or whole grain salad can also…

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    Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week The days are short, chilly, and brisk and more Christmas trees and holiday lights are up and lit. Time to prep a healthful, festive dish! Pomegranate Tabouli Ingredients 2 cups Bulgar (cooked) (*may substitute for Quinoa, Brown Rice, or Couscous) 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped)(*may substitute for Cilantro) 1/4 cup Almonds…

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    Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week It may not be Taco Tuesday today, but who says that we can’t enjoy a healthy, tasty taco any day of the week (or you can save this recipe for next Tuesday)!  The typical street taco is not always the healthiest option so I like to swap ingredients to make…

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    Healthy Recipe of the Week Are you seeking a quick, inexpensive lunch, weeknight dinner, or salad to bring to your next summer potluck? Barbecue Chicken Quinoa Salad Ingredients 1 1/2 cups Quinoa (cooked) (*may substitute with Farro, Bulgar, or Brown Rice, or combine all three) 1/2 cup Corn (fresh, cut from the cob) 1/2 cup Black…

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    Healthy Recipe of the Week Are you seeking a quick to prep dinner rich in protein and spice? Are you craving a unique spice to try? Are you bored of your same ole’ chicken salad? Shawarma-Spiced Chicken with Cucumber Salad Ingredients  1/2 cup + 3/4 cup Greek Yogurt (plain) (*Divided) 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice  2…

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    Healthy Recipe of the Week While the first day of Spring was earlier this week, the air still feels brisk and not quite short sleeve weather just yet… So, a warm stew might just hit the spot this weekend! Cook up this stew and invite your bestie (four-legged fur bestie included) for a calm, cozy…