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Couscous Stuffed Red Peppers

A fresh late-summer dinner. Red peppers are stuffed with a delicious mix of lemony kale, mint, pine nuts, and cilantro. Vegan, gluten free option.

...in the scallions, paprika, garlic, and pinches of salt and pepper. Stir a bit, then add the lemon zest and greens. Stir some more to let the greens wilt down...

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Edamame Dumplings

These homemade dumplings filled with edamame, basil, ginger, miso & tahini make a delicious 30-minute vegan dinner! Perfect for spring & summer weeknights.

...scallions, white and green parts, coarsley chopped 1/2 garlic clove, minced 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger 1 teaspoon miso paste 1 teaspoon tahini Squeeze lemon Splash sriracha, to taste 18...

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Ginger Noodles with Kale & Shiitakes

This noodle bowl is filled with a warm gingery broth & fresh herbs, sautéed shiitakes, kale, garlic & scallions. A healthy dinner in fall or spring. Vegan.

...1 cup thinly chopped kale (about 1/2 bunch) 1-2 teaspoons minced ginger 1 garlic clove, minced 2-3 scallions, white and green parts, chopped 2-3 cups low sodium vegetable broth 1/2...

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Sesame-Ginger Chickpea Cakes

These vegetarian sesame-ginger chickpea cakes make impressive healthy homemade appetizers. Cilantro lime yogurt sauce adds creamy texture & tons of flavor.

...love being able to thaw just a few at a time for lunch salads or quick dinners. adapted from Ottelenghi’s tuna cake recipe Sesame-Ginger Chickpea Cakes Author: Jeanine Donofrio Serves:...

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Butternut Squash & Leek Risotto

Our favorite fall date-night dinner. This herb, squash, and leek-filled risotto is a great healthy option for the holidays. Gluten free, vegan option.

Butternut squash risotto / Love & Lemons

...For the risotto: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 onion, chopped 1 large leek, sliced (white and light green parts only) 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup organic arborio rice...

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Kale & White Bean Crostini

A healthy appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings! Toasted baguette is topped with marinated white beans and sautéed kale for a tangy, savory starter.

...and cook for another 30 seconds or so, until the kale is nicely wilted but still vibrant green. Remove from heat and set aside. Mix the cooked kale with the...

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White Bean and Kale Soup

This White Bean and Kale Soup is full of vegetables & herbs and gets plenty of zing from white wine & sherry vinegar. A hearty, healthy winter meal!

...and sherry vinegar make it zingy and bright. White beans thicken this soup and bulk it up. Kale brings myriad nutritional benefits & bright green color, and, with the white...

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Chocolate Cupcakes & Avocado Icing

These vegan chocolate cupcakes are a healthier dessert. The avocado icing is so rich and yummy you'll want to eat it by the spoonful!

Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes / loveandlemons.com

...to put them together but it actually works to make really thick and rich chocolatey frosting. But here’s a tip – don’t let your husband watch you put the green...

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Roasted Cauliflower & Leek Soup

This cauliflower leek soup is easy to make, but you'd never guess it from the taste - roasting & blending the veggies makes it flavorful & satisfying.

Roasted Cauliflower & Leek Soup // loveandlemons.com

...leeks, white and very light green parts, chopped (about 1 to 1 1/2 cups) 2 garlic cloves Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling 1/2 cup raw, unsalted, un-roasted cashews, soaked overnight*...

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Sesame Soba Noodles

Never cooked soba noodles? Follow the tips in this post to make a foolproof soba noodle salad that's loaded with veggies and great for weekday lunches!

...easier for tossing in a soba noodle salad like this one. If you’re gluten-free, be sure to seek out 100% buckwheat soba (these are awesome!). Both varieties are readily available...

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I'm Jeanine Donofrio, a New York Times bestselling cookbook author and recipe developer. I share fresh, delicious vegetarian recipes that celebrate seasonal ingredients and flavors.

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