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sesame carrot salad

by Jackie Newgent  |  December 29, 2022  |  3 Comments
I started making this vibrant sesame carrot salad when I had leftover carrot scraps from prep of my vegan carrot hot dogs. When I made it for others, they often told me it deserved a starring role, not just something to be served as an afterthought. I totally agree! So, here’s the official (yummy!) recipe. And don’t worry, you don’t need to make the vegan carrot hot dogs first … unless, of course, you want to!
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herbed freekeh salad with avocado, pistachios and citrus vinaigrette

by Jackie Newgent  |  October 2, 2022  |  1 Comment
What am I eating right now? This herbed freekeh salad with avocado, pistachios and citrus vinaigrette. I’m absolutely hooked on it — it’s got so many bright flavors, contrasting textures, and yummy things going on. Another cool thing about it is that you can use this as a recipe template and make it hundreds of different ways so you can match the season or use up what you have on hand just by varying the grain and produce picks. But when in doubt, simply make this recipe as is … it’s awesome!
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plant-based “deviled eggs”

by Jackie Newgent  |  June 12, 2022  |  1 Comment
If you love deviled eggs but want a plant-based option, you need these plant-based “deviled eggs” (also known as deviled hummus mushroom caps) in your life! And no, there are no “fake” eggs here … just 100% plant-filled wholesomeness and, more importantly for your tastebuds, deliciousness. (And yes … for all of the skeptics out there … you can simply call these “stuffed mushrooms,” if you like!)
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curried chickpea salad with grilled veggies

by Jackie Newgent  |  June 1, 2022  |  1 Comment
On the lookout for a tasty new plant-based salad for your next cookout or picnic? I was! So, I created this curried chickpea salad with grilled veggies. And it’s my absolute favorite new thing. It’s sooo flavorful, colorful, aromatic, and filling. It’s easy to fix. And it’s full of inviting texture and “superfoodiness” (I think I just made up that word)!
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