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Gluten-Free Macadamia Coconut Bites

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When you crave something indulgent, but also want to feel good about what you’re eating, these bites are just what you’re looking for. They are gluten-free, plant-based/vegan and contain no added/refined sugars and can be enjoyed equally as a snack or dessert.

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Spiced Roasted Chickpeas

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Roasted chickpeas are always on hand in my house, as they add flavor, texture and good nutrition (hello fiber and plant-based protein) to so many dishes. I particularly like this shawarma-spiced option, as this spice blend is rich with earthy, warming and sweet-spiced notes.

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Moroccan Quinoa Veggie Bowl

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I can eat this dish for any meal, any day of the week. It contains the perfect combination of ingredients in my opinion--roasted cauliflower, sweet potato and red onion along with quinoa, kale and chickpeas. All brought together in a pan sautéed with olive oil spiced with garlic, cinnamon, coriander, cumin and ginger.⁠

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Gluten-Free Tomato Sandwich

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Here’s a twist on the Southern sandwich staple. I replaced white bread with a dense, whole-grain, seeded bread, swapped out the mayo for avocado basil aioli, and added in a layer of micro greens—all of which kick up the taste, texture and nutrition profiles a notch.

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Gluten-Free Chickpea Flatbread with Arugula and Tomato Chutney

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This recipe is bursting with both nutrition and flavor from the chickpea flour, tomatoes, arugula and rich combination of Middle Eastern herbs and spices. To boot, the Tomato Chutney is a recipe unto itself. Double or even triple it, store in the fridge, and you have a condiment for burgers, toasts and sandwiches, a flavor enhancer for rices, and a topping for chicken and fish all week long. 

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Summer Quinoa Salad

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I love the Japanese philosophy and artistic expression of wabi-sabi: appreciating the beauty in the imperfect. We don’t appreciate the beauty of imperfection in Western society, so we have to take the initiative to cultivate it for ourselves and within the communities and cultures to which we belong. What does this have to do with Summer Quinoa Salad? Nothing, except that the day I created this recipe, I was reminded of the concept of wabi-sabi and wanted to pass it along.

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Sweet Potato with Peanut Butter, Chili Crisp and Scallion

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Sweet Potato with Peanut Butter, Chili Crisp and Scallion

When you want something fast, healthy and satisfying, this loaded sweet potato is it. The combination of flavors may seem odd, but they are oddly complementary to one another. I often bake a few sweet potatoes on Sunday so that I can make this quickly when I don’t have much time for lunch or dinner throughout the week. You can also microwave the sweet potato, but roasting caramelizes the skin and makes for a softer, sweeter end result.

Chocolate Orange Walnut Bites

There’s literally nothing not to love about this energy bites. You get to indulge in rich chocolate flavor with hints of orange and ginger without compromising on healthful, wholesome eating. These bites are gluten-free, dairy-free; 100% plant-based/vegan and contain no refined sugars.

Lemon Parsley Hummus

Whether used as a dip, spread, sauce or dressing, the flavors of lemon, parsley and cumin will take so many of your meals and dishes to a whole new level. I urge you to make a batch and be adventurous with all of the foods and dishes you can make better with this versatile recipe.

 

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As a fervent believer in the unifying power of food, I'm excited to share with you not just recipes, but entire experiences. Every month, I’ll bring you a complete guide to hosting, including tips, equipment and serving recommendations, and links to my favorite dishes.