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Looking to add sweetness to your meals but keep them loaded with vegetables? Roasted root veggies, such as beets and sweet potatoes, add natural sweetness to any dish! Beets also offer an excellent opportunity to hit that often-missed purple food group and may help control blood pressure. Sweet potatoes are an excellent choice of […]
Using a slow cooker for this BBQ Chicken recipe can save a lot of time in the kitchen, make for a delicious meal, and reduce the number of dishes you need to clean up after. It’s a win-win-win! One portion of this recipe is prepared in a slow cooker, which means hands-free cooking and […]
Roasting veggies is an excellent way to caramelize natural flavors and cook large amounts at once. Potatoes often get a bad rap, but this starchy veggie has a perfect place within the Plate Method! While it’s true potatoes contain carbohydrates, aiming for a fist-sized portion may help prevent blood sugar spikes. Keeping the peel on […]
Meals with vegetables don’t have to be light! This decadent dish is bursting with savory flavors and includes a couple of colorful, non-starchy veggies. Saturated fats are found in most dairy products like butter, heavy cream, and cheese. They should be consumed in moderation, but both saturated and unsaturated fats provide delicious richness to […]
Cauliflower is at it again, this time for breakfast. But, alas! If you’ve struggled to get in non-starchy vegetables first thing in the morning, this recipe will help you out. Cauliflower’s easily manipulated flavor is transformed into a delicious and slightly sweet breakfast that resembles your favorite traditional oatmeal. Rich in potassium and fiber, […]
Who doesn't love a delicious fall soup? Slow cookers are wonderful, but this recipe offers an alternative if you need a quick option. You can make it even faster by purchasing pre-cut butternut squash in some stores!
If chickpeas aren’t your thing, hummus probably isn’t making the cut as your midday snack or potluck contribution – but this Smokey White Bean Dip might! Don’t miss out on all the great nutrients that beans provide, like manganese, magnesium, and fiber. Try out this delicious and straightforward bean dip recipe with any of […]
There’s no need to eat a salad for breakfast, lunch, and dinner when trying to increase your veggie intake. Adding vegetables to traditional favorites can be done easily; it’s just a matter of remembering to do it! We’re sharing our favorite way to get in more non-starchy vegetables into a classic spaghetti recipe, adding […]
Nutrition is one pillar of wellness that can be used as a powerful tool for navigating everyday stress. Fueling children with nutrient-dense foods is essential in helping them find focus and feel their best.
Buddha bowls are traditionally served cold, but this recipe combines a variety of cooked veggies for a warm and satisfying dish any time of year. It’s unknown exactly where Buddha bowls got their name, but it’s thought that the name may have originated from the connection between Buddha and balance. This dish helps provide […]