Black Bean and Corn Quesadillas
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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,…
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…