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Very Veggie

 

Mint-condition Dessert

Topping a glass cup of haupia with a bright orange puree and mint elevates a favorite Hawaii dessert and shows off one of the most distinctive fruits of the season, the persimmon. Read more

A flavorful side

Keeping edamame noodles in your pantry and frozen edamame in your freezer allows you to put this dish together whenever you see super-fresh mustard cabbage in the market.   Read more

A comforting curry

Living in Hawaii, we don’t get to experience the cyclical changes of the seasons. Yet, the air is definitely cooler, and the nights are longer. Read more

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A savory soup

The trio of beans, corn and pumpkin is known as the Three Sisters in Native American lore. The ingredients star in this soup that would be an ideal vegan dish for the Thanksgiving table. Read more

A medley of veggies

Looking for a change of pace from the typical oven-roasted Brussels sprouts for the holidays? Try this stir-fried medley of vegetables seasoned with soy sauce, red wine vinegar and five-spice powder.  Read more

A Loaded Sammie

Chickpeas provide a rich source of protein, making them a popular go-to for those on meat-free diets Read more

Let’s get nutty

This recipe produces a nut-and-seed-laden snack that is fairly simple to make. It bears the colors of fall, with green pumpkin seeds, red cranberries and golden toasted nuts. Read more

A Tasty Tofu Side

Keep a package of Asian-style vegetables in your freezer and a block of firm tofu in the fridge and you’ll be able to quickly put together this easy meal at any time.   Read more

A vibrant meal

Combine miso and tahini, or sesame paste, to make a vibrant dressing that gives this meal-in-a-bowl some real punch. Read more

Satisfying soba

As a base for a very satisfying salad, soba noodles outshine somen in vitamins, minerals and protein. Read more

A burst of flavor

Lemongrass is an herb that grows well in tropical climates and is popular in Asian cuisines.  Read more

Dip, dip hooray!

This slightly sweet, tart, nutritious dip will easily satisfy mid-afternoon bouts of hunger. Read more

Tantalizing tofu

Tofu is popular with vegetarians as an excellent source of meat-free protein. Many recipes aim for a crispy or solid texture, and call for the firm or extra-firm varieties. Read more

So corny

The combination of two veggies makes this a super summer soup: sweet corn and cauliflower!   Read more

A sweet, silky drink

If you have been to Hội An or Da Nang in Vietnam, you may have enjoyed the fresh corn milk sold at restaurants and convenience stores. Read more

Just peachy

Peaches elevate this coleslaw over the typical version in a number of ways. Read more

A hearty combo

This hearty rice combination, a variation of Puerto Rico’s signature dish, offers more nutrition than either rice or peas alone.   Read more

Got lilikoi?

Got lilikoi? Add the pulp to soy sauce and use this sour-salty combo to marinate baby bella mushrooms. Read more

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