Stewed okra with tomatoes is an easy and affordable dish! It is loaded with fiber and antioxidants that prevent cancer, such as lycopene. This dish can be served as a main dish over rice, served as a side dish, or scooped with flatbread.
Don’t know what to do with those cans of chickpeas? This dessert hummus is a fantastic way to add some extra fruit and veggies to your diet. You can’t taste the beets at all, but they do brighten the color! Beets are in season during the fall and are a fantastic source of fiber, folate (vitamin B9)...
Strawberry crumble is a sweet treat made with fresh strawberries. For added fun, serve with cold ice cream or fresh whipped cream. Enjoy warm right out of the oven, or as a cold treat later!
Refreshing, fruity, and naturally sweet, these strawberry popsicles are a wholesome treat loved by kids and adults alike. Perfect for hot summer days. Make ahead in batches and store in the freezer for an easy, grab-and-go option. Just blend, freeze, and enjoy.
Acorn squash is a type of winter squash that is nutrient dense, and when cooked properly, is rich, buttery, and delicious! Even though they’re classified as a fruit, acorn squash can be used to replace potatoes, butternut squash, and sweet potatoes in recipes because of their high carbohydrate...
These stuffed bell peppers are the ultimate comfort food! Bright and tender peppers filled with rice, ground turkey, and spices are a great way to sneak in both flavor and veggies in one dish.
Asparagus is a springtime crop in the Midwest, so be on the lookout for this veggie at grocery stores starting in May. This side dish highlights two nutritious vegetables and can be made in less than 10 minutes!
This soup is vegan-friendly and rich in many key nutrients, like protein, fiber, magnesium, and potassium. Unlike most split pea soups, this version is full of garden-fresh ingredients (like onions, carrots, spinach, and garlic) and has a tomato and broth base. It's light, refreshing, and perfect...
This fresh, homemade corn salsa is easy to make and packed with fresh ingredients. These ingredients included great sources of fiber and are rich in many vitamins and minerals. It’s the perfect to enjoy on top of tacos or quesadillas, or as an appetizer with tortilla chips.
This strawberry spinach salad is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. With sweet strawberries, crunchy pistachios, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette, it’s a wholesome, feel-good recipe you’ll want to make again and again.
This simple recipe is light and fresh for any backyard BBQ or family get-together. The Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad pairs well with burgers, hot dogs, and chicken but can also be eaten by itself. Enjoy!
This simple recipe contains fruit that are in season this month. These fruits will pair well on a warm summer day with its sweet and refreshing taste. Serve this as a side or have it as a dessert, will be a great way to include more fruits.
This summer inspired pasta uses a ton of veggies that are currently in season. Along with adding lots of beautiful color to this dish, you’re also getting a variety of nutrients from the different vegetables that you’re including. You can serve this pasta cold or warm and easily adjust to your...
A delicious twist on traditional cornbread, this recipe includes mashed sweet potatoes, which give the bread extra moistness and Vitamin A, plus fall spices, which are a perfect match with sweet potatoes. Subbing in whole-grain cornmeal and whole wheat flour adds whole grains and fiber and provides...
This recipe is a great alternative to takeout, and if you use frozen vegetables, no chopping is involved! This can also be made using fresh produce that may be hanging out in your refrigerator. The sauce is simple but can be customized with some ginger to cool it down or sriracha sauce to spice it...
Watermelon popsicles with lime juice are a refreshing, low-calorie snack. They're packed with vitamins A, C, fiber and antioxidants, making these popsicles a healthy choice compared to sugary frozen treats. Lime’s tanginess matches well with the sweetness of fruit. For best flavor, make sure your...
Tacos are an extremely versatile dish that can feature any number of ingredients. In this recipe we highlight sweet potatoes and black beans, which are both delicious and full of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamin A, which promotes eye-health. Black beans are rich in...
The pumpkin pie spice in this quick bread will remind you of crisp, fall evenings. Substituting half the flour with whole wheat pastry flour sneaks in some extra fiber and vitamins. Enjoy this bread for breakfast, a snack or as a dessert!
Tabbouleh is a Levantine salad that originated in the mountains of Lebanon and Syria. Tabbouleh's age is estimated to be more than 5000 years and is said to resemble the Arab's identity. Although it has been scrutinized because it’s meatless, it is dense in vitamins, such as A, E, C, and K. It may...
Taco stuffed zucchini boats are a fun and flavorful way to dress up this summer squash. Enjoy the ingredients you love in tacos with the freshness of zucchini. You’ll bring the ingredients to life with the addition of many flavors from the seasonings.
You will love the creaminess and flavor of this Thai-inspired dressing. Using tamari instead of soy sauce will cut down on the sodium. Try this dressing on salads, grain bowls, or over noodles.
