veggies

pan-asian veggie potsticker salad

by Jackie Newgent  |  June 25, 2025  |  1 Comment
Say goodbye to dull salads—this Pan-Asian Veggie Potsticker Salad is a flavorful, filling meal that checks the boxes: fresh and crisp, and full of flavor and meal appeal. It’s a delicious combination of warm potstickers (also known as gyoza or dumplings), fresh salad greens, multi-colored vegetables, creamy edamame, and fragrant herbs like mint and cilantro.
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pan-charred corn, orzo and arugula salad

by Jackie Newgent  |  June 28, 2024  |  6 Comments
When I start seeing fresh local corn at the farmers market, this pan-charred corn, orzo and arugula salad is the very first thing I make! It’s refreshing, satisfying, and has that sweet-savory craveability. The sweet is from the corn, which becomes sweeter from sautéing it until caramelized (browned). The savory is from everything else. The pepperiness from the greens and the citrus zing from the combination of lemon and lime juices make this extra mmm…emorable.
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four-layer hummus jars

by Jackie Newgent  |  June 12, 2021  |  9 Comments
You’ll want to fix these four-layer hummus jars when hummus sounds like a good idea, but you want something a little (or a lot!) jazzier. They’re fun to make, super flavorful, and so appealing to the eye. And if you’re hosting a casual gathering for a sporting event or packing up for a picnic in the park, these are absolutely perfect. I can personally vouch for that!
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s’mores-style plant-based caprese

by Jackie Newgent  |  May 21, 2021  |  5 Comments
If you’re looking for a fun way to start a meal with your family or a cookout with your vaxxed friends, this s’mores-style plant-based caprese concept is absolutely it! Everyone gets to make their own hors d’oeuvre like they’re toasting marshmallows. Though 100% savory, it’s still just as much of a treat as desserty s’mores. Plus, you don’t need to wait until after dinner.
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