A must-try marinara
Tofu and quinoa provide texture and a protein punch in this mushroom marinara. Read more
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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
Slurp up this soup
Miyeok guk is a seaweed soup consumed on birthdays in Korea. 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
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Fall in love with this pasta
It’s September, and zucchini and fresh corn on the cob are still available at farmers markets and local grocery stores. 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
An easy cake
Looking for a no-fuss carrot cake recipe? Except for grating the carrots, this version is easy to put together and get in the oven. Read more
A fried favorite
In Hawaii, Spam musubi is a favorite picnic, potluck and on-the-go food for young and old. Read more
A tasty side dish
Eggplants can taste rather bland. In this preparation, green onion, hot oil and liquid aminos come to the rescue, making a world of difference in flavor. Read more
Comfort food with a twist
This delicious vegetarian “meat” loaf is a great way to enjoy classic comfort food with fewer calories and fat. The result is a hearty and healthy, family-friendly meal. Read more
A crunchy salad
Toasted and ground sesame seeds are the core of the Japanese dressing called gomaae, used in a horenso (aka spinach) salad dish. Read more
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