Curly Kale Slaw
As long as it’s fresh, you can use any kind of kale: green kale, purple kale, or dinosaur kale, which is the kind that has warty, prehistoric-looking leaves. Kale is in the cabbage family, and some people who don’t like…
Meal Type Lunch
Orange Bean Dip
Of course we’re serving this orange dip with orange vegetables! But feel free to put out any crisp dippables you like. Add whole-wheat crackers and you’ve got a yummy lunch. kitchen gear Can opener Food Processor (adult needed) Measuring cup Measuring…
Corny Black Bean Salad
This salad is perfect for summertime, when corn is in season. You can also use this salad as salsa and scoop it up with tortilla chips or pita bread. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Measuring cup Can…
Cool Red Gazpacho
If you like salsa, you’ll like gazpacho. Sometimes called a liquid salad, gazpacho come from Spain but is served in Portugal and Latin American countries too! kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Mixing bowl Wooden spoon or fork…
ChopChop Salad
This chopped salad is all about the crunch—and it’s a great way to test your knife skills! Feel free to add shredded cheese, fresh herbs, and any other fresh vegetables you like, such as diced avocado, sliced scallions, and shredded…
Fruity Cider Punch
As fall drinks go, apple cider may be the one that most says “fall.” It’s great plain, and super-easy to dress up into a fun punch for your family and friends, as we do here, just by adding fruit, a…
Zippy Potato Salad
Some potato salads feature potatoes that are slightly overcooked and almost falling apart, and others have potatoes that hold their shape. We like the hold-their-shape kind for this salad, so we cook the potatoes until they’re perfectly tender—but if you…
Our Favorite Egg Salad
We love this creamy, crunchy, comforting classic! Serve it in a sandwich or wrap, inside a lettuce leaf, or scooped on top of a green salad. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Measuring spoons Small bowl Fork or…
Double-Green Soup
Broccoli and spinach are like the Batman and Robin of the vegetable world — a totally dynamic duo that makes a soup with nutritional super powers and fantastic flavor. Pow! kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Measuring cup Measuring spoons…
Peanutty Sesame Noodles
Peanut butter with noodles? This Asian-inspired dish combines two favorites for a great summer meal. If you can’t eat peanut butter, try almond butter instead. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Measuring cup Mixing bowl Skillet Measuring spoons…