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When I’m craving sweets, I do this instead!
1yr
Pitted dates, a dollop of unsalted peanut butter, and a dash of cinnamon. The kids will eat these...
Pitted dates, a dollop of unsalted peanut butter, and a dash of cinnamon. The kids will eat these “date boats” for dessert too!
  • allhatsoff2yu I grew up eating dates with peanut butter from the time I was about nine years old. Still a favorite sweet treat and my grandkids love it as well!
Does Almond Milk qualify as dairy?
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  • reneeeats I don’t think so, but I know it is classified as “milk.” @DietIDdietitian can weigh in
  • DietIDdietitian For the increase dairy challenge, you certainly can use plant milks. Look for one that is fortified with calcium and vitamin D. Cheers!
DIY taco night!
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This one has roasted cauliflower, avocado, spicy onions, cilantro, black beans, and limey carrot ...
This one has roasted cauliflower, avocado, spicy onions, cilantro, black beans, and limey carrot slaw.
Here's one way to get kids to eat more fruit 😉
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  • reneeeats We make animal toasts all the time to get the kids to eat chia seeds and new fruit!
Get more fruits and veggies, for less money, in less time? Yes, please!
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No time to cook dinner tonight! Here's what I made in 5 minutes flat.
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A power bowl! I quickly sliced and sauteed half a green pepper, half a red pepper, and a half a r...
A power bowl! I quickly sliced and sauteed half a green pepper, half a red pepper, and a half a red onion while filling the bowl with leftover quinoa, cherry tomatoes, leafy greens, and a blob of h...
  • reneeeats Love this! We do this often. I keep steamed lentils from TJ’s on hand for this reason
  • DianaO love this! We sometimes do stacks of grilled red pepper, mushrooms, and tomato with hummus in between each layer -- all over a bed of greens - delicious and SO easy!
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If you can swing it, a food processor makes all the difference!
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I am part of a family of 5 - 3 teen/pre-teen sons - it means we need large quantities for meals t...
I am part of a family of 5 - 3 teen/pre-teen sons - it means we need large quantities for meals to feed everyone. We try to eat plant-based as much as possible - so as the boys got older, I investe...
  • reneeeats Really thinking about investing this now that my son has discovered his love for “bean” macaroni and cheese. These bean-based sauces require a better blender/processor than what I have.
  • DianaO Reneeeats, you should do it! well worth the investment!
Trying to incorporate more plant-based meals? Here's one way to turn a salad into a quick meal.
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Just lettuce and raw veggies aren't enough for a meal. To add that satiety factor to your salad, ...
Just lettuce and raw veggies aren't enough for a meal. To add that satiety factor to your salad, add cubed, pre-seasoned baked tofu (available in the refrigerator section in most large grocery stor...
Kick your cravings with this simple tip!
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Whether in an office, at home, or on the go, keep a few pieces of hand fruit at arm's length duri...
Whether in an office, at home, or on the go, keep a few pieces of hand fruit at arm's length during your day for instant satisfaction of your sweet tooth. Plus, fresh fruit is nature's decor, and s...
  • reneeeats Tested this trick this week. I kept the clementines in a bowl on the counter instead of the fridge and the whole bag was gone in 3 days!
  • DietIDdietitian That's awesome!!!!
Homemade Mango Salsa for Taco Night!
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I've been enjoying making homemade mango salsa for taco night at our house. Just a few ingredient...
I've been enjoying making homemade mango salsa for taco night at our house. Just a few ingredients - fresh mango, fresh cilantro, chopped red onion (but it prechopped when in a pinch for time), lim...
  • DietIDdietitian Great idea, that looks amazing! I will definitely try it. So many ways to use it! Plus mangoes are so affordable right now. My supermarket is selling them for 49 cents each this week!
  • reneeeats 49 cents?! Holy cow. K I am stocking up on mangos. We would eat them daily if they were in the house. We also get raw mango and pickle them with red chili.