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avocado & roasted carrot sandwich

by Jackie Newgent  |  May 1, 2019  |  7 Comments
Los Angeles is the city I travel to most often. That’s because five of my closest friends live there. Yep, they’re all of the way on the other coast from me. (Could it be something I said?!) In any case, on my most recent trip, I went for business and stayed several nights at The Line Hotel. On the day I settled in, I decided to grab a bite at the hotel restaurant, Openaire—and devoured a sandwich made with avocado, braised carrots, sunflower tahini, shaved fennel, and sprouts on 7-grain bread. I was inspired … as you can see by this recipe. It’s my twist on it.
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pistachio-accented hummus with pickled pistachios

by Jackie Newgent  |  April 18, 2019  |  1 Comment
I seriously don’t think I could live without hummus. Being half Lebanese could be one reason for that! The other is that I simply love it. It’s definitely one of my top go-to foods when I need a fast fix. How about you? While I adore the classic version, I also enjoy mixing things up with a non-traditional version every once in a while.
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red lentil pasta with vegan basil-pistachio pesto

by Jackie Newgent  |  January 8, 2018  |  4 Comments
What’s one of my favorite ways to go plant-based for lunch or dinner without giving up a thing? This red lentil pasta with vegan basil-pistachio pesto. In other words, a bowl of yum! If you happen to be looking for a comforting pasta dish that’s actually good for you, this is one of the recipes at the top my my list! And if you need to go gluten-free, this recipe is a winner, too.
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