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Go for dark, leafy greens
Dark, leafy greens are one of wintertime’s vegetable delights—earthy, nutritious, and flavorful. Whether you toss them into salad, slide them into sandwiches, or saute them with olive oil and garlic for a splendid side dish or main—they’re divine with grilled sausage and...
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Squash and Red Onion Salad with Blue Cheese...
This salad is equal parts sweet, salty and bitter. You can choose a more crumbly blue cheese and add it directly to the salad, but we like the crunchy toasts on the side.
Coconut-Scented Steel-Cut Oats with Tropical Fruit...
Makes 4 servings. Cooking time: 20 minutes (active), 40 minutes (total)
Wild Mushroom and Barley Risotto
In this pungent mushroom risotto, we substitute nutritious, fiber-rich barley for more traditional Arborio rice. The last-minute addition of nutty, peppery arugula makes a healthy dish even better.
Grilled Corn Salad with Black Beans and Rice
Southwestern flavors and the nutty goodness of short-grain brown rice star in this potluck-perfect, vegetarian alternative to taco salad. Makes 4 servings.
Curried Carrot Soup
Here’s proof that the earthy, satisfying taste and texture of fresh carrots create their own richness. Serve as a light lunch or as an appetizer before supper.
Arugula Pear Salad
Besides giving this salad a nutty crunch, walnuts are a source of omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamins, minerals, protein and antioxidants. Makes 8 servings.
Creamy Cauliflower Puree
Experiment with adding your favorite fresh herbs to this healthful mashed potato alternative. Serve with roasted meats or poultry. Makes 4 servings.
Banana Kiwi Salad
Say goodbye to overly sweet and creamy fruit salads. This unusual combination of tropical fruit in a savory shallot vinaigrette will have you dreaming of the tropics. Makes 4 servings.
Fresh Tomato Salsa
Fresh and easy, this recipe yields about 5 cups of a classic salsa that says “summer” in every spoonful. If you like spicy salsa, use the full amount of jalapeños and add more cayenne pepper.
Papaya-Avocado Salad
Crunchy jicama and nutritious walnuts pair with creamy papaya and avocado for a refreshing salad with tropical notes. On a hot summer day, this is truly “the food of the gods.” Makes 4 servings.
Chunky Blueberry Sauce
Blueberry flavor shines with lemon & a touch of sweet honey in this antioxidant-packed alternative to store-bought maple syrup. It’s equally at home on pancakes or a scoop of vanilla frozen yogurt.
Pear and Red Onion Gratin
Golden-brown Bosc pears hold their shape when cooked, making them ideal for baking. This savory side dish is a light alternative to traditional gratin potatoes. Makes 8 servings.
Baba Ghanoush
Ready for a change from the usual mayo-based party spreads? Look no further than this light version of the classic eggplant dip baba ghanoush. Serve as a side dish or as an appetizer with pita wedges.
Fresh Herb and Snap Pea Salad
Quickly cooked snap peas retain their distinctive crunch, becoming the star in this healthy alternative to traditional pea salad. Makes 4 servings.
Mashed Roots with Buttermilk and Chives
Deliciously earthy root vegetables contribute flavor and fiber to this wholesome mash. Makes 8 servings.
Spinach, Avocado and Mango Salad
An unexpected, colorful and antioxidant-rich combination of vegetables and fruit. Try pairing this with a sandwich such as turkey on whole wheat. Makes 4 servings.
Cool Fresh Corn Relish
Fresh corn lends its own, natural sweetness to this healthy and refreshing summertime treat — a welcome alternative to creamy coleslaw. Serve it as a light vegetable side dish.
Mushroom Wheat Berry Salad
Makes 3 servings.
Cooking time: 45 minutes (active), 45 minutes (total)
Curry Spiced Cauliflower with Cucumber Cilantro...
Makes 4 servings, about 6 cups
Cooking time: 30 minutes (active), 45 minutes (total).