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Go deeper with these carefully curated collections of fruit and veggie stories.

Salad Nicoise

This delicious and hearty tuna-based salad is rich in healthy fats! Preparation Time: 25 minutes 9 small red potatoes, diced 2 cups green beans…
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Mango Shake

This tasty shake only requires 4 ingredients and less than 2 mintues! A delicious treat for 2! Preparation Time: Less than 2 minutes 2 cups (16…
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Asparagus w/Lemon Sauce

This refreshing sauce is an excellent complement to fish, scallops, chicken or meat dishes! Preparation Time: 15 minutes 20 medium asparagus stal…
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Spicy Chicken w/Angel Hair Pasta

A mildly spicy sauce complements this simple chicken and pasta dish that is sure to be a family favorite! Preparation Time: 30 minutes 1 cup onio…
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Enchilada Rice

This bulked up rice & ground beef dish is full of flavor and B-vitamins! Preparation Time: 25 minutes 1 lb (16 oz) ground beef, extra lean &…
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Farmers Market Salsa

Create your own salsa that tastes like it’s fresh from the farm! Preparation Time: 10 minutes 1 cup corn, fresh, cooked and removed from th…
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Healthy Menu Ideas for Spring: Menu 5

This healthy menu is based on a daily 2,000 calorie recommendation. Depending on your age, sex, and physical activity level, your calorie recommendation may va…
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Top 10 Ways to Enjoy Fava Beans

Hummus. Fava beans are similar to chickpeas and can be mashed and used in all of your favorite hummus recipes. Video: Making Hummus Fiber-Rich Bean Dip. Comb…
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Planting Peas Signal Start of Spring

Peas are the first crop to be planted for the gardening season and signal one of the first signs that spring is here.Since I’ve been wishing for the cold…
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Fill Half Your Plate with Color

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 recommends filling half your plate with colorful fruits and vegetables at every meal, which is perfect for trading up…
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Healthy Menu Ideas for Spring: Menu 4

This healthy menu is based on a daily 2,000 calorie recommendation. Depending on your age, sex, and physical activity level, your calorie recommendation may va…
3 min read