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Grain & Celery Salad + Apple Cider Vinaigrette

September 16, 2025 Amanda Plott

If you’re tired of the same old leafy greens doing the tango on your dinner plate, it’s time to crank up your salad game with a little crunchy, tangy, and wholesome magic. Enter the Grain & Celery Salad crowned with a zesty Apple Cider Vinaigrette — a combo that’s as refreshing as a cool breeze on a hot day and as nourishing as your great-aunt’s homemade chicken soup (minus the guilt and a dash of quinoa swagger)…

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In Fall, Lunch, Meatless, Side Dishes, Salads, Vegetarian, Vegan Tags celery, grain, quinoa, bulgur, apple cider vinegar, vinagrette
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Vampire Kiss Salad + Cherry Vinaigrette

September 8, 2025 Amanda Plott

Brace yourself, fellow flavor fanatics, because this isn’t your typical leafy green snooze fest. The Vampire Kiss Salad is here to bite into your taste buds with a burst of juicy, tangy, and downright vampy goodness. Think dark, brooding greens, jewel-like cherries, and a vinaigrette so good it’s practically supernatural. Don’t worry—this salad’s only guilty pleasure is how healthy it is. No vampires were harmed in the making... except maybe your diet, in the best way possible.

Why “Vampire Kiss”?

The name comes from the deep, crimson cherry vinaigrette that stains every leaf like a kiss from the undead (in a totally delicious, non-creepy way). Plus, cherries are rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, giving you a boost that vampiric legends could only dream of. Leafy red greens adds iron and fiber, because even bloodsuckers need to keep their strength up. And to keep things interesting, this salad has a little crunch and nuttiness that’ll make you swoon faster than a late-night creature of the night…

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In American, Fall, Gluten Free, Holiday, Meatless, Lunch, Salads, Vegetarian Tags halloween, vampire, cherry, salad, blue cheese, easy, make ahead, dressing, vinaigrette
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Vegetarian Taco Bowl

August 6, 2025 Amanda Plott

Who says you need meat to have a taco party in your mouth? Dive fork-first into this vibrant Vegetarian Taco Bowl that’s bursting with bold flavors, hearty textures, and guilt-free goodness. It’s the kind of meal that makes you forget all about cholesterol and calories because it tastes that good.

Why You’ll Love This Taco Bowl

  • Veggie Power: Loaded with black beans—packed with fiber and protein to keep you energized.

  • Flavor Explosion: Savory, spicy, sharp—every bite is a fiesta.

  • Customizable: Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan-friendly, and ridiculously easy to tweak with your favorite toppings.

  • Quick & Easy: Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep that won’t feel like a chore…

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In American, Game Day, Gluten Free, Kid Friendly, Lunch, Meatless, Mexican, Salads, Vegetarian Tags vegetarian, meatless, taco, bowl, easy, dinner
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Honey Lime Dressing

July 1, 2025 Amanda Plott

If salads had superpowers, Honey Lime Dressing would be their secret weapon. This dressing perfectly balances the zingy tartness of lime with the mellow sweetness of honey, creating a flavor profile that’s bright, refreshing, and downright addictive. Whether drizzled over a bed of fresh greens, tossed with grilled chicken, or even as a dip for roasted veggies, this dressing takes your healthy meals from “meh” to “heck yeah!”

Why Honey and Lime?

Lime juice isn’t just a tangy taste explosion; it’s loaded with vitamin C and antioxidants. Honey, on the other hand, lends natural sweetness plus antibacterial properties without the sugar crash of refined sweeteners. The duo makes for a guilt-free dressing that’s as good for your body as it is for your taste buds…

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In American, Clean Eating, Gluten Free, Lunch, Side Dishes, Vegetarian Tags honey.lime, dressing, easy, recipe, side
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Cowboy Caviar (+ Cowboy Ranch)

June 27, 2025 Amanda Plott

Move over guacamole and salsa, there’s a new hero in town—and it’s bringing all the vibrant colors, textures, and bold flavors with none of the guilt. Say hello to Cowboy Caviar, the zesty, nutritious salad that's basically a party for your taste buds and a superpower for your body.

What Is Cowboy Caviar?

Cowboy Caviar, sometimes called Texas Caviar, is a fresh, tangy salad made from a mix of black beans, black-eyed peas, corn, diced tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, and sometimes avocado. It’s usually tossed in a zesty marinade loaded with lime juice and a kick of spice. Originating in the South and popularized everywhere from backyard barbecues to potlucks, this salad is all about healthy ingredients and crave-worthy flavor…

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In American, Appetizers, Dips, Gluten Free, Lunch, Meatless, Salads, Summer, Vegetarian Tags cowboy, caviar, veggies, salad, easy, lunch, meatless
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Adult Lunchables

June 23, 2025 Amanda Plott

Remember those nostalgic little trays from childhood, bursting with cheese, crackers, and mystery meat? Ah, Lunchables—pure lunchtime perfection for kids who preferred snack-sized meals over actual cooking. But as adults, many of us have shelved those pre-packed compartments for something more sophisticated, or so we thought.

Enter Adult Lunchables—the smarter, more delicious iteration of the classic that proves snack time isn’t just kid’s play anymore. These aren’t your run-of-the-mill packaged snacks. Think elevated flavor profiles, wholesome ingredients, and a healthy dose of fun. Because hey, just because we’re grown-ups doesn’t mean we have to give up the joy of eating little bites of awesomeness…

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In American, Kid Friendly, Lunch Tags lunchable, adult, meal prep, make ahead, lunch box
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