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Kale and Quinoa Salad with Hemp Seed Caesar Dressing

Pump up your salad with this version that features kale and quinoa! Kale comes packed with nutrients our bodies need to stay healthy, and quinoa has loads of plant-based protein. Topped with this savory hemp Caesar dressing and you’ve got a perfect lunch.

Shaved Celery Root, Fennel & Apple Salad w/ Manchego and Marcona Almonds

This isn’t your typical tossed salad! Celery root and fennel add crunch to this salad while apple adds a little sweetness. All come packed with fiber, vitamins and minerals. The manchego and marcona almonds on top add a special touch.

Wheat Berry Salad with Watermelon and Arugula

An intriguing combination of sweet watermelon and tangy arugula makes for a refreshing summer salad! The cucumber slices and sunflower seeds add crunch, and it is finished with fresh mint. Wheat berries provide a nutty flavor and chewy texture, but other whole grains can be used to make this salad- try quinoa, farro or brown rice.

Mediterranean Bean Salad

A variation of a traditional three-bean salad, this recipe combines legumes and locally grown green beans with crunchy radishes for a flavorful picnic dish! Dried beans provide folate, iron, potassium, selenium, dietary fiber and a range of antioxidants. The salad is finished with a fresh herbs and an olive oil and vinegar dressing.