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Parmesan Celery Salad

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This is a simple recipe that makes a great side dish for dinner! The combination of celery and pecans might seem odd but they are perfectly combined in this dish. The pecans and nuts in general are full of protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants and the American Heart Association recommends nuts as part of a healthy dietary pattern.

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  1. Chop celery and place in large bowl.
  2. Toast pecans and add to celery.
  3. Whisk together green onion, mustard, lemon juice, and olive oil.
  4. Pour over celery and pecans.
  5. Top with shaved Parmesan cheese.
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Pumpkin Hummus

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This delicious pumpkin hummus makes a great snack, appetizer, or side dish to any meal!Pumpkin Hummus recipe, plated with pita chips on a white plate and light green napkin.

Pumpkin Hummus recipe, plated with pita chips on a white plate and light green napkin.
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Pumpkin Hummus recipe, plated with pita chips on a white plate and light green napkin.
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  1. Puree garbanzo beans in a food processor.
  2. Add pumpkin puree and mix well
  3. Add garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, and paprika. Mix well.
  4. If this recipe is too bland, add more cumin and paprika to taste.
Recipe Notes

Pumpkin Hummus Nutrition Facts Serving size (111g) servings per container 12 Amount per serving Calories 70 % Daily Value Total Fat 2 g 3 % Saturated Fat 0 g 0 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 50 mg 2 % Total Carbohydrate 11 g 4 % Dietary Fiber 4 g 14 % Total Sugars 3 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 3 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 39 mg 4 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 211 mg 4 %

Veggie Tots

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How do I be more creative with my vegetable game? How do I repurpose leftover vegetables? Our answer: VEGGIE TOTS! Try this fun and tasty recipe at your next meal.


Veggie Tots
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8 servings (4 tots per serving) 10 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 servings (4 tots per serving) 10 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
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Servings Prep Time
8 servings (4 tots per serving) 10 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
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Oven Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 425F, place oven rack in the middle of the oven and line baking sheet with silicone mat or parchment paper.
  2. Steam or microwave the potatoes to the point where a fork is easily inserted but its too tough to eat (20 seconds for ready to eat potatoes in microwave)
  3. Once they are cooked, drain them and set them aside to cool down.
  4. Then place 2 cups of thawed broccoli florets into your food processor and pulse it until the broccoli resembles coarse rice. (should yield 1 1/2 cups chopped)Measure out 1 1/2 cups of the finely chopped broccoli and transfer into a large bowl.
  5. Next, pulse the semi-cooked potatoes and 1 1/2 cups of the Parmesan cheese; pulse just enough to break up the potatoes and combine then with the cheese.
  6. Place the cheese and potato mixture into the bowl with the broccoli.Add seasoning into the large bowl and fold all ingredients with a large spatula to combine all ingredients evenly.
  7. Then place grated parmesan cheese and panko bread crumbs into small bowl.Form small balls with a 1 tablespoon size cookie scoop or your hands and a spoon with the folded. Once the ball is formed, roll each veggie tot in the grated cheese and bread crumb coating
  8. Place each veggie tot on the baking sheet, about 1/2 inch apart.Bake 12 minutes, until golden brownRemove from the oven, let cool for 2-3 minutes and enjoy!
Air Fryer Instructions
  1. Complete instructions 2-8 from the "Oven Instructions" section.
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F and set the time for 7 minutes.
  3. Once preheated, place food on the tray/basket making sure not crowd the tots. Spray the top of the tots with non-stick cooking spray.
  4. Close the air fryer and start the cooking. Halfway through, turn the tots over and spray the tops with non-stick cooking spray and finish the cooking.
  5. Note: you might have to cook the tots in batches.
Recipe Notes

May use fresh potatoes for this recipe instead of the ready to use russet potatoes.

Going Greek Dip

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This morsel of Greek cuisine is a fantastic  and easy addition to your lunch or afternoon snack routine!

Going Greek Dip
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4 1/2 cup servings 15 minutes
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4 1/2 cup servings 15 minutes
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4 1/2 cup servings 15 minutes
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  1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl, garnish, and serve with pita wedges or sliced vegetables for dipping.
  2. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Recipe Notes

Nutritional information is for dip only.

Going Greek Dip Nutrition Facts Serving size 1/2 cup (137g) 4 Amount per serving Calories 180 % Daily Value Total Fat 12 g 15 % Saturated Fat 1.5 g 8 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 590 mg 26 % Total Carbohydrate 12 g 4 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 1 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 8 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 117 mg 10 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 291 mg 6 %