Perfect as a main dish or a side, this crunch and flavorful salad is simple yet full of protein that will keep you full – and it’s perfect to serve when that vegan friend comes over! Golden raisins and chopped dates addsome sweetness and a combo of carrots, pistachios and chickpeas bring a delightful crunch …
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St. Patrick’s Day – Healthy Rainbow Meals Inspiration
Looking for a healthy, fun way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with meals full of rainbow eye-candy goodness? Here’s 2 healthy recipes to fuel you through your holiday – lucky you! Happy eating! Southwest Quinoa Salad (final product featured above) INGREDIENTS 1 c. uncooked quinoa (3 cups cooked) 1 c. chopped tomatoes 1 c. chopped …
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Thai Black Rice Quinoa Salad
This salad is full of colorful ingredients including mint, red pepper and mango and tossed with a unique homemade dressing resulting in a dish packed with protein from quinoa and topped with almonds. Year round this makes a perfect side dish or a main vegetarian dish. And if you’re gluten free? This will hit the mark too! …
Roasted Sweet Potatoes Stuffed with Quinoa and Spinach
It’s no secret that we love sweet potatoes (sometimes we even have boxes for sale in the gym from a local farm!) so you definitely can’t go wrong with baking and stuffing them with other tasty ingredients! Not only is this dish is pretty to look at and packed with protein and fiber but …
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