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Spring Carrot, Radish, and Quinoa Salad with Herbed Avocado

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The earthy tastes of quinoa, carrots, and radishes come together in this fresh spring salad with the creamy richness of herbed avocado. The tangy lemon dressing brings all the flavors of the salad together to make a tasty and healthy dish. Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa 2 cups water 2 large carrots, thinly sliced 1 bunch radishes, thinly sliced 2 ripe avocados, diced 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped Juice of 2 lemons 3 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the water is absorbed Remove the quinoa from heat, fluff it with a fork, and let it cool to room temperature In a large bowl,

Last Night's Amazing Sushi Overload

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Last night's dinner was a sushi overload, featuring an assortment of fresh fish, creamy avocado, and crunchy cucumber rolled up in nori seaweed and sushi rice. The flavors were perfectly balanced, creating an unforgettable dining experience. Ingredients: 3 cups sushi rice 1/2 cup rice vinegar 3 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon salt Nori seaweed sheets Assorted sushi-grade fish such as tuna, salmon, and yellowtail Avocado, thinly sliced Cucumber, julienned Pickled ginger Wasabi paste Soy sauce Instructions: Follow the directions on the package to cook the sushi rice Put rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan and mix them together Slowly heat until the sugar is gone Allow to cool When the rice is done, add the vinegar mixture and mix it in slowly This will season the rice Wait until it's cool enough to touch Put a nori sheet on a sush

Vegan Italian Pasta Salad Oil-Free

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A refreshing and oil-free vegan Italian pasta salad bursting with fresh flavors from cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and basil, all tossed in a tangy balsamic-Dijon dressing. Ingredients: 8 oz whole grain pasta 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup cucumber, diced 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup black olives, sliced 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 1 clove garlic, minced Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Cook pasta according to package instructions, then rinse under cold water and drain In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and fresh basil In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper Pour dressing over the pasta salad and toss until well coated Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to all

Vegan Chocolate Espresso Brownies

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Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of these vegan chocolate espresso brownies. They are easy to make and require no baking. Perfect for a quick coffee-inspired treat! Ingredients: 1 cup oats 1 cup almonds 1/2 cup dates 1/4 cup cocoa powder 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed 2 tablespoons espresso powder 1/4 cup almond butter 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup coconut oil 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract A pinch of salt 1/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips Instructions: In a food processor, combine oats, almonds, dates, cocoa powder, ground flaxseed, and espresso powder Process until the mixture becomes a fine, crumbly texture Add almond butter, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the food processor Process until the mixture forms a sticky dough Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and fold in the dairy-free chocolate chips Line a squa

Keto Chicken Broccoli Casserole

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This Keto Chicken Broccoli Casserole is a flavorful and comforting dish that's perfect for meal prep. Packed with protein and low in carbs, it's a satisfying meal option for those following a keto lifestyle. Make ahead and freeze for convenient meals anytime! Ingredients: 2 cups cooked shredded chicken 2 cups broccoli florets 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sour cream 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Preheat oven to 375F 190C In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, broccoli florets, shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, minced garlic, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper Mix well Transfer the mixture into a greased casserole dish Spread the mixture evenly in the dish and sprinkle extra cheese on top if desired Bake in the prehe

Keto Caprese Omelet

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Indulge in this flavorful Keto Caprese Omelet, featuring the classic combination of cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, and basil. Made with eggs, heavy cream, and a touch of olive oil, this omelet is high in healthy fats and low in carbs, making it perfect for those following a ketogenic diet. The addition of balsamic glaze adds a sweet and tangy flavor that complements the savory omelet beautifully. Enjoy it for breakfast, brunch, or any time of the day! Ingredients: 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon heavy cream Salt and pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, diced 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze optional Instructions: Mix the eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper in a small bowl with a whisk until everything is well mixed In a nonstick skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil Pour

Vegan Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes with Caramelized Blueberries

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These vegan pancakes with lemon ricotta are light, sour, and full of flavor. With caramelized blueberries on top, they're a delicious choice for breakfast or brunch. Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tbsp granulated sugar 1 tbsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup vegan ricotta cheese 1 tbsp lemon zest 2 cups fresh blueberries 2 tbsp maple syrup 1 tbsp vegan butter Instructions: Put flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl and mix them together with a whisk Put almond milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a different bowl and mix them together Let it sit for a while so the milk can separate Mix the almond milk with the dry ingredients, then stir them together just until they are mixed Add the vegan ricotta cheese and lemon zest slowly Put a nonstick skillet on me