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  • Taco Caesar Salad

    Taco Caesar Salad

    Taco Caesar Salad

    Full of protein and dressed with a creamy homemade Caesar dressing, this salad is quick and satisfying. Don’t skimp on all the extras! We love the textures and flavors that the toppings bring, from rich avocado to tangy pickled red onion and crunchy tortilla chips. Romaine lettuce holds up well to the warm beans and taco filling, but feel free to substitute your favorite hearty green. 

    Taco Caesar Salad

    Full of protein and dressed with a creamy homemade Caesar dressing, this salad is quick, satisfying, and worthy of #TacoTuesday or #MeatlessMonday!
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    Servings: 2
    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 4-ounce package taco seasoned plant-based crumbles
    • ½ cup cooked black beans drained and rinsed
    • ½ head romaine lettuce chopped
    • ½ cup pickled red onion drained
    • 1 avocado chopped
    • ½ cup cilantro leaves
    • ½ cup shaved parmesan
    • 3 ounces corn tortilla chips
    Dressing
    • ½ cup sour cream
    • 2 tablespoons buttermilk
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
    • ½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt

    Method
     

    1. Cook taco crumbles based on the package instructions. Stir in black beans and heat until warmed through.
    2. Whisk together the dressing ingredients.
    3. Place warm crumbles and black beans as the base of the salad on plates. Arrange romaine, pickled onion, avocado, cilantro, and parmesan on top. Drizzle salads with dressing and top with broken tortilla chips.
    4. Enjoy!

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  • Asparagus Pappardelle

    Asparagus Pappardelle

    Asparagus Pappardelle

    Spring is in the air! With this asparagus pappardelle, you can have spring in your bowl, too! Whether you like pencil thin asparagus or heartier thicker stalks, asparagus is the quintessential spring vegetable. It’s the harbinger of the season. Combined with other tender green produce, dill and peas, and a light cream sauce, you know you can have dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes. The asiago cheese and shallots build a lot of flavor without overpowering the freshness of the veggies. We’ll be making this recipe all spring long as we wait to see what else our local farmers have to offer.

    Asparagus Pappardelle

    Spring is in the air! With this asparagus pappardelle, you can have spring in your bowl, too! Plus you can have dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes.
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    Servings: 4
    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 tablespoons olive oil
    • ⅓ cup shallots minced
    • 3 Large garlic cloves minced
    • 1 pound pappardelle pasta
    • 1 pound fresh asparagus cut into 1-inch pieces (discard woody parts)
    • ½ cup frozen peas
    • 1¼ cups heavy cream
    • 1½ cups asiago cheese shredded
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • ½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
    • ½ ounce fresh dill stemmed

    Method
     

    1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
    2. Heat oil in a large saucepan and add shallots. Cook shallots until translucent then add garlic and cook for a minute. Add cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add shredded cheese and stir until melted. Reduce heat to low.
    3. Cook pasta as directed on package. Add asparagus and peas one minute before pasta is done. Strain and add to sauce. 
    4. Toss pasta to coat and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with dill and serve promptly.
    5. Enjoy!

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  • Shredded Carrot Salad

    Shredded Carrot Salad

    Shredded Carrot Salad

    Colorful, flavorful, and oh so simple, this shredded carrot salad could be your next lunch. Pick up a rotisserie chicken for dinner tonight and use the rest of the pulled chicken to take this salad to the next level! Crunchy shredded veggies like carrots and cabbage give coleslaw vibes, but the sesame tamari dressing keeps things light. With a hearty base, this riot of fiber is perfect for meal prepping. It won’t get soggy in the fridge or over the course of a barbecue or potluck. You may have lots of carrots for the easter bunny or just to celebrate spring. This is the perfect recipe to make use of that bounty. 

    Shredded Carrot Salad

    Colorful, flavorful, and oh so simple, this shredded carrot salad could be your next lunch. Pick up a rotisserie chicken for dinner tonight and use the rest of the pulled chicken to take this salad to the next level! 
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    Servings: 4
    Ingredients Method Notes

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 pound carrots peeled and shredded
    • 1 pound red cabbage finely shredded
    • 2 cups pulled Rotisserie chicken
    • ¾ cup frozen corn thawed
    • 1 handful fresh parsley chopped
    • 4 Green onions thinly sliced
    • ½ cup sliced almonds toasted
    • ¼ cup currants or raisins
    Dressing
    • ⅓ cup toasted sesame oil
    • 3 tablespoons tamari
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

    Method
     

    1. In a large bowl, combine carrots, cabbage, chicken, and corn.
    2. Whisk together toasted sesame oil, tamari, and cayenne pepper.
    3. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat. Adjust seasoning to taste.
    4. Top with parsley, green onions, sliced almonds, and currants or raisins.
    5. Enjoy!

    Notes

    Gluten-free

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  • Chai Spiced Chocolate Covered Dates

    Chai Spiced Chocolate Covered Dates

    Chai Spiced Chocolate Covered Dates

    These chai spiced chocolate covered dates are the perfect sweet treat! They’re so easy, and you can keep them in the fridge until you’re ready to eat them. If you can’t find a chai spiced chocolate bar, you can always mix a personalized batch of your own chai spices. You can use a scalable recipe to make as much or as little as you’d like and add it to all sorts of baked goods and desserts. We don’t recommend using the spice blend for actual chai tea, as you’d want to use whole spices for that application. Filling dates with almond butter, or the nut butter of your choice, adds a bit of protein and fat to make this a perfect little bite-sized snack. 

    Chai Spiced Chocolate Covered Dates

    These chai spiced chocolate covered dates are the perfect sweet treat! They’re so easy, and you can keep them in the fridge until you’re ready to eat them.
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    Servings: 24 dates
    Ingredients Method Notes

    Ingredients
      

    • 24 Medjool dates
    • ½ cup almond butter
    • 12 ounces chai spiced chocolate chopped
    • ½ teaspoon avocado oil

    Method
     

    1. Cut open each date halfway and remove pit.
    2. Place one teaspoon of nut butter inside the date to stuff and close.
    3. Place chocolate and oil in a small bowl and heat over gently simmering water, stirring frequently until melted.
    4. Dip dates in chocolate and coat using a fork. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking tray. Place dates in the freezer for 10 minutes to set the chocolate.
    5. Drizzle remaining chocolate over dates and store in refrigerator until serving.
    6. Enjoy!

    Notes

    Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
    If you can’t find a chai spiced chocolate bar, you can add a blend of spices to the chocolate in step 3. Start with:
    ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
    ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
    A pinch of ground cloves
    A pinch of ground nutmeg
    A pinch of ground allspice

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  • Nacho’ Normal Nachos

    Nacho’ Normal Nachos

    Nacho’ Normal Nachos

    Check out the super easy, super tasty recipe for Nacho’ Normal Nachos below! ‘Cause sometimes, you just don’t feel like doing the “norm.” A base of crunchy plantain chips is the perfect spin on your traditional nachos. Thick enough to withstand a heap of toppings and more flavorful than your average corn chip! Also, don’t sleep on the special sauce. It’s the perfect savory, creamy addition to a zesty plate of nachos. Plus, these nachos are so quick, you’ll be ready to go when the next craving strikes! We love that Barnana Plantain Chips are made from upcycled plantains which help keep food out of the waste stream and gives you delicious, sustainable treats! 

    Nacho’ Normal Nachos

    Check out the super easy, super tasty recipe for Nacho’ Normal Nachos below! ‘Cause sometimes, you just don’t feel like doing the “norm.” 💚
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    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 5-ounce bag (any flavor) Barnana Oranic Plantain Chips
    • 1 cup cheese (swap for a plant-based option if you are vegan)
    • ½ cup organic black beans
    • ½ cup organic corn
    • ¼ cup cilantro chopped
    • ¼ cup onion chopped
    • ¼ cup salsa
    • 1 Avocado sliced
    • Sliced jalapeño, optional
    Plant Based ”Special Sauce“
    • ½ cup vegan mayo
    • Dash of garlic powder
    • Dash of smoked paprika

    Method
     

    1. Spread Barnana Organic Plantain Chips out evenly on a microwave-safe plate.
    2. Layer on cheese, beans, corn, and salsa.
    3. Microwave on high for one to two minutes until cheese is slightly melted and toppings are warm.
    4. Top with chopped onions, cilantro, avocado, and jalapeño.
    5. Stir vegan mayo, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until well combined.
    6. Drizzle with special sauce and enjoy!

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  • Creamy Tom Yum Noodle Soup

    Creamy Tom Yum Noodle Soup

    Creamy Tom Yum Noodle Soup

    If you think of imperfectly rehydrated vegetables and a foam cup when you hear noodle cup, you’re not alone. This creamy Tom Yum noodle soup is way beyond that mediocre convenience food! With a few minutes and a bit of slicing, you’ve got a mix of fresh and sautéed veggies, crispy tofu, and a hearty meal ready to stave off any lingering chill of winter. No air fryer? You can always start the tofu in the pan and sauté the veggies once you’ve got some crispy edges. For a more hands off approach, you can also cook the tofu in a 400°F oven on a lined baking sheet. Either way, you’re just a few minutes away from creamy, rich, hot and sour soup!

    Creamy Tom Yum Noodle Soup

    Take a super easy ramen soup cup, add crispy tofu, sautéed veggies, and coconut cream. In no time, you’ve got a satisfying meal that will taste like it took much longer to make. Your secret is safe with us!
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    Servings: 1
    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 Lotus Foods Tom Yum Rice Ramen Noodle Soup
    • 4 ounces extra firm tofu cubed
    • Avocado oil spray
    • ½ baby bok choy sliced
    • ½ cup button mushrooms quartered
    • ¼ cup coconut cream
    • ¼ cup baby corn rinsed and drained
    • 1 green onion sliced
    • 2-3 pieces cilantro

    Method
     

    1. Prepare noodle soup according to directions on package.
    2. Spray tofu with avocado oil, add to the air fryer at 400° F until brown and crispy.
    3. Heat pan with avocado oil, add bok choy and mushrooms, and fry for two to three minutes.
    4. Pour cooked noodle soup into a bowl; stir in coconut cream.
    5. Top with cooked veggies, baby corn, green onions, and cilantro.
    6. Enjoy!

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  • Emerald Lentil Salad

    Emerald Lentil Salad

    Emerald Lentil Salad

    This is what we call a spoon salad! Use a spoon to make sure you don’t miss a drop. We’ve got all the shades of green in this salad, with no soggy lettuce in sight. Perfect for meal planning, potlucks, or feeding a crowd. Roasted pumpkin seeds add a salty crunch. Creamy avocado keeps you satisfied. Thinly sliced broccoli is perfect raw, but if you have leftover roasted broccoli, you can use that instead. The bulk of this salad comes from the French green lentils. Unlike red lentils, these will keep their shape and ensure this hearty salad satisfies. 

    Emerald Lentil Salad

    This is what we call a spoon salad! We’ve got all the shades of green in this salad, with no soggy lettuce in sight. Perfect for meal planning, potlucks, or feeding a crowd.
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    Servings: 4
    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • ¾ cup green or French lentils
    • 1 pound broccoli florets, thinly sliced
    • 1 Avocado, chopped
    • ⅓ cup roasted and salted pumpkin seeds
    • 4 tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • ½ cup micro greens

    Method
     

    1. Place lentils and five cups water in a medium saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook until lentils are just tender, approximately 35 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool. 
    2. In a medium mixing bowl, place cooled lentils, broccoli, avocado, and pumpkin seeds.
    3. Whisk together dressing ingredients and toss with salad. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve garnished with micro greens.
    4. Enjoy!

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  • Double Chocolate Stout Brownies

    Double Chocolate Stout Brownies

    Double Chocolate Stout Brownies

    This brownie recipe is pulling double duty. Equally at home at a St. Patrick’s Day celebration as it is a girl’s night in, these brownies deserve a spot in your dessert rotation. Use your favorite chocolate stout in the batter and the glaze. The deep malty beer will enhance the chocolate of the brownies without overpowering them. A can of black beans helps fill out the batter with extra protein and fiber. Who says you can’t have your brownie and eat it too? 

    Double Chocolate Stout Brownies

    Try a brownie recipe with TWO secret ingredients! Chocolate stout beer adds depth and complexity, while black beans add protein and fiber. 
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    Servings: 9 brownies
    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 15 ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
    • ⅔ cup chocolate stout beer
    • ½ cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 cup cane sugar
    • ¾ cup cocoa powder
    • ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
    • 1 stick unsalted butter, melted and cooled
    • 3 Large eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
    • ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
    Glaze
    • 1 cup confectioner’s sugar
    • 1 tablespoon milk
    • 1 tablespoon chocolate stout beer

    Method
     

    1. Preheat over to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
    2. Using a blender or food processor, blend beans and stout until smooth. In a mixing bowl, combine bean mixture, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and salt. Stir until mixed.
    3. In another mixing bowl whisk together flour, cane sugar, cocoa powder, and brown sugar.
    4. Add dry into wet ingredients and mix together until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
    5. Pour batter in prepared baking pan and bake for 48 minutes. Cool completely before glazing.
    6. For glaze, stir together confectioner’s sugar, milk, and stout. Drizzle over cooled brownies and serve.
    7. Enjoy!

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  • Potato Leek Soup

    Potato Leek Soup

    Potato Leek Soup

    With just a few ingredients, you can make this luxurious, creamy soup. Perfect for days that don’t quite feel like spring, take storage potatoes, spring leeks, and the best vegetable stock you can find, whether it’s homemade or boxed. Adding a hefty pour of cream brings decadence that will satisfy you even if you’d rather soup season were behind you. An immersion blender makes quick work of creating the smooth texture, but don’t be afraid to leave the soup chunky or use a countertop blender if that’s what you’ve got. Crusty bread makes this soup a meal! 

    Potato Leek Soup

    With just a few ingredients, you can make this luxurious, creamy soup. Perfect for days that don’t quite feel like spring.
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    Servings: 6 people
    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 6 cups russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
    • 6 cups leeks, chopped, white and light green parts only
    • 3 quarts vegetable stock
    • 2 cups cream
    • 4 teaspoons sea salt

    Method
     

    1. Place potatoes, leeks, and stock in a large stockpot and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
    2. Using an immersion blender, blend soup until smooth.
    3. Turn off heat and add cream and salt.
    4. Serve with crusty bread.
    5. Enjoy!

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  • Jambalaya Stew

    Jambalaya Stew

    Jambalaya Stew

    Getting ready for Mardi Gras? This Jambalaya Stew should be in your meal plan. A nod to the classic jambalaya, it’s filled with sausage, shrimp, veggies, and plenty of herbs and spices. You’ll build so much flavor in under an hour, this could be a weeknight meal, especially if you’ve got some leftover rice in the fridge. The holy trinity of creole cooking, onion, celery, and green bell pepper, form the base of the dish, with dried herbs, premixed spice blends, and a bit of harissa paste adding flavor and spice. Laissez les bons temps rouler! 

    Jambalaya Stew

    Getting ready for Mardi Gras? This Jambalaya Stew should be in your meal plan. A nod to the classic jambalaya, it’s filled with sausage, shrimp, veggies, and plenty of herbs and spices. 
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    Servings: 1
    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 tablespoons olive oil
    • 8 ounces andouille sausage sliced
    • 1 pound peeled shrimp
    • 1 medium yellow onion chopped
    • 2 ribs celery chopped
    • 1 green bell pepper chopped
    • 4 garlic cloves minced
    • 1 quart chicken broth
    • 1 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes
    • 4 tablespoons harissa
    • 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
    • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
    • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • 1 can kidney beans rinsed and drained
    • 1 cup cooked white rice

    Method
     

    1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté sausage slices until browned. Remove from pan and set aside.
    2. In the same pan, add onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in celery and green bell pepper, sauté for three minutes then add garlic and cook for another minute.
    3. Stir in broth, tomatoes, harissa, Creole seasoning, paprika, thyme, and salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes. Add in peeled shrimp and cook until shrimp turns opaque, approximately three minutes.
    4. Add in kidney beans, cooked rice, and sausage. Heat through and adjust seasonings to taste.
    5. Enjoy!

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