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broccoli
This side dish is sunny and bright; it offers the perfect contrast to grilled meat on warmer days. This recipe is also loaded with vitamin C from the broccoli and lemon. Try it today!
vegetable medley
While you may think steamed veggies sound a bit bland, we promise this recipe is anything but boring. The melted garlic butter adds a zip to this recipe that allows it to become the perfect side dish to meat or fish; it’s even delicious served over fluffy rice. Enjoy!
okra
Stewed okra with tomatoes is an easy and affordable dish! It is loaded with fiber and antioxidants that prevents cancer such as lycopene. This dish can be served over rice, served as a side dish, or scooped with flatbread.
stewed okra with tomatoes
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.
Strawberry Caprese Salad
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This colorful and seasonal recipe is full of Vitamin C, antioxidants and protein. The fresh basil leaves and balsamic vinegar provide a punch of flavor, reducing the amount of salt needed for seasoning.
strawberry mozzarella basil balsamic
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This colorful and seasonal recipe is full of Vitamin C, antioxidants and protein. The fresh basil leaves and balsamic vinegar provide a punch of flavor, reducing the amount of salt needed for seasoning.
strawberry chicken salad
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This refreshing salad combines leafy greens and fresh strawberries to provide a powerful mix of fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants. Adding chicken makes it a complete, satisfying meal that helps support muscle health and keeps you feeling full longer.
stuffed acorn squash with rice and cranberries
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...
sugar snap peas
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!
Summer Corn Salsa
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 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!
Watermelon salad
Beat the summer heat with this refreshing watermelon salad! A great way to stay hydrated and enjoy a tasty dish.
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.
pasta with veggies
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...
Sweet and salty roasted nuts
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Nuts are loaded with essential nutrients like fiber, protein, heart healthy fats, and minerals like selenium and magnesium. Roasting them brings out their nutty flavor and the spicy seasonings add a burst of flavor. Add them to salads or to a holiday spread of appetizers.
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!
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.
three bean baked beans
Using three types of beans adds color and flavor to this baked bean dish. Add a can of pork or a package of frozen pulled pork for meaty flavor.
Avocado Tomato Salad
Healthy and so flavorful, this quick recipe is the perfect addition to any late summer meal. The avocados fuel your body with a special kind of fat, called monounsaturated fat, that is beneficial for heart health. Also, fresh tomatoes contain large amounts of vitamin C, great for supporting your...
tortilla pizza
There’s never a wrong time for pizza. Ordering out from your favorite pizza place is great, but most of the time the pizza is high in calories, sodium, carbohydrates, and fat. Try making your own at home; they’re fun to make, and you can customize this recipe to include some of your favorite veggie...
Trahana
Trahana is cracked bulgur cooked in milk, dried in the sun, and stored in jars. It was a way agricultural communities preserved milk when it was abundant in the summer and an inexpensive way to nourish families when food was scarce. There are two types of trahana; sweet tarhana is made with fresh...
Tropical bean salad, with mango, pepper and tomato. Food is in a white bowl.
This tangy salad is enjoyable as a side dish (served with corn tortillas chips) or as a topping for tacos, chicken, or fish. This recipe is super-packed with Vitamin C. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that protects your cells from damage. Tropical salad recipes, like this one, are fantastic ways...