Carrot Salad
This easy salad is like a cross between a slaw and a pickle. It makes a nice, simple snack or side dish, but it’s also great in a sandwich or taco or on burger. kitchen gear Sharp knife (adult needed)…
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Carrot Apple Soup
The apple in this simple, scrumptious soup will make the sweet carrots and onions even sweeter. These are all fall ingredients — which makes this the perfect back-to-school lunch. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Measuring spoons Pot…
Broccoli Makeover
Dear Sally: I hate broccoli, okay? I know it’s good for me. I challenge you to make it taste good. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Vegetable peeler Measuring spoons Mixing spoon Baking sheet Pot holders Ingredients …
Lemony Salad dressing
Why anyone would buy salad dressing in a store is a mystery, since making your own is so easy. Plus you can make it just how you like it. Make a big batch of this salad dressing and your next…
Lemony Hummus
This lemony hummus is protein-packed and easy to make, and it’s an ingredient in two of the other recipes — but you could also just pack it up in your lunchbox with some raw veggies and whole-grain crackers for dipping. kitchen gear…
Bolder Tuna!
Tuna with mayo is tasty, but here’s a fresh idea with apples, pickles, and celery. If you like big flavor, this is for you! kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Can opener Small bowl Fork Measuring spoons Measuring…
Black Bean and Corn Quesadillas
kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Box grater (adult needed) Measuring cup Can opener Colander or strainer Small mixing bowl Wooden spoon Large nonstick skillet Heat-proof spatula Large plate, for serving Ingredients 2 8-inch whole-grain tortillas 1⁄2…
Beet and Carrot Slaw Wraps
Rachel Morningstar, from Las Cruces, New Mexico, won our American Grown Recipe Challenge (and a signed copy of First Lady Michelle Obama’s cookbook, American Grown) with this crunchy, colorful wrap. Rachel writes, “I work for a nonprofit called La Semilla Food…
Avocado, Sardine, and Veggie Sandwich
Not only do sardines taste great — they really do! — they’re very healthy, too. These little fish are packed with protein, calcium, vitamins B12 and D, and a nutrient called Omega-3 fatty acids, which is good for your heart…
Avocado and Mango Salsa
This beautiful, surprising salsa mixes the vibrant juiciness of mango with the green creaminess of avocado and a little bit of tangy citrus. Use it as a topping on a grain bowl or quesadilla, scoop it up with whole-grain chip,…