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A bowl of tomato soup
Summer Is Local Tomato Season

Jun 30, 2022 ● By Joy Howard

Tomatoes are the most popular fruit in the world.

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A white bowl of chickpea salad.
Spotlight On Seasonal Summer Salads

Jun 30, 2022

Refreshing as well as satisfying, this salad is especially welcome in the summer, but can be enjoyed year round.

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Garden Harvest Pasta Salad
Summer Garden Harvest Pasta Salad

Jun 30, 2022 ● By Tiffany Hinton

Fresh tomatoes, basil, chive, garlic and broccoli take center stage in this recipe.

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Spring rolls made out of flowers on plate with side of peanut sauce
Flower Spring Rolls with Tamarind and Peanut Sauce

Jun 30, 2022 ● By Tara Lanich-LaBrie

Spring rolls are a great way to eat all the fresh veggies, flowers and fruits of the season, with different colors and textures throughout.

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Magnolia salad on plates
Spicy Magnolia Salad Cups

Jun 30, 2022 ● By Marie Viljoen

Creamy avocado, crisp peppery radish slices, quick-pickled onion and a kiss of high-quality soy sauce fill luscious magnolia flower petals with complementary textures and flavors.

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Tray of orange cream popsicles with orange slices
Orange Cream Pops

Jun 30, 2022 ● By Gwen Eberly

A healthy, homemade version of the classic orange cream popsicles.

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Watermelon popsicles on ice with watermelon slices
Vegan Watermelon-Beet Pops

Jun 30, 2022 ● By Annie Wegner LeFort

Vegan yogurt and non-dairy milk make these plant-based, fruit and vegetable frozen treats a delicious and healthy way to cool down.

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Grapes, blueberries, strawberries, melon, banana and kiwi slices on kabob skewers
Rainbow Fruit Kabobs

Jun 30, 2022

Kabob skewers are a fun way to encourage kids to eat more fresh fruit.

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Bowl of berry popsicles with mixed berries
Mixed Berry Pops

Jun 30, 2022 ● By Gwen Eberly

Healthy, naturally-sweetened popsicles using fresh berries.

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Greek Chicken Kabobs
Allergen-free Recipe: Easy Summer Grilling For Father’s Day and Every Day

May 31, 2022

This easy recipe incorporates healthy vegetables that can be easily grown in the Chicagoland area, including bell peppers, tomatoes and zucchini.

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Classic Manhattan

May 31, 2022

A sustainable twist on the classic cocktail recipe.

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Cocktail in glass next to bottle of Gray Whale Gin, lemons and sliced lime on cutting board
Whale Hello There

May 31, 2022

This refreshing cocktail combines citrus flavors with sustainable gin.

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Spicy Peanut Noodles with Broccoli
Whole Food Recipes from Chef AJ's Plant-Based Kitchen

Apr 29, 2022 ● By Chef AJ

Renowned plant-based lifestyle expert Chef AJ says amazing versatility and health benefits can be found in an oil-, sugar- and salt-free, nutrient-rich, whole-food, plant-based diet. Sample these delicious recipes for Spicy Peanut Noodles with Broccoli and Nutrient-Rich Black Bean Soup this May!

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Lettuce leafs with tomatos on a plate.
Recipe: Spring Lettuce ~ a Gluten-free Healthy Addition to Lunch, from Tiffany Hinton

Apr 29, 2022 ● By Tiffany Hinton

Lettuce is high in vitamin A, vitamin K and water, and it's in season at Chicago area farmers markets and in our gardens starting this month. Here is an easy and tasty recipe from Tiffany Hinton to enjoy the first fresh, crisp lettuce of the season.

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Mediterranean Chicken Farro Bowl
Mediterranean Chicken Farro Bowls

Apr 29, 2022 ● By Laura Fuentes

This healthy, flavorful recipe for Mediterranean Chicken Farro Bowls is packed with protein to keep us satisfied for hours.

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