Corn and Black Bean Empanadas

A close up of homemade baked corn and black bean empanadas on a rimmed baking sheet.

An easy recipe for appetizers for any get-together, from 4th of July to New Year’s. And they are a great crowd-pleaser for game day! They are also perfect as a meal for a smaller crowd. Black beans and fresh corn pair with enchilada sauce and a sprinkling of cotija cheese to make a truly delectable dish. Get the recipe now!

French Lentil Soup with Spices and Chard

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A simple recipe for French lentil soup made with turmeric and curry-esque spices, creamy, warm and comforting which only cost a few pennies per serving to make. Get the details now!

Thyme Seasoned Green Beans with Tomatoes

Thyme Seasoned Green Beans with Tomatoes

Need a simple side to serve with dinner? One that’s nutritious, and flavorful too? Make delicious green beans flavored with thyme, tomatoes, and some lemon. My kids (are starting to) love it and I’m sure yours will too! And they’re so easy to prepare. Get the recipe now on Foodal.

Make Dehydrator Kale Chips in 3 Tasty Flavors

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Want a quick, easy, and healthy homemade snack that’s perfect for fall produce and back to school snacks? Foodal has you covered with these simple and tasty kale chip recipes in a variety of flavors. You can even use Swiss chard, broccoli leaves, and other hardy greens to make this crispy, craveable treat.

Zucchini Spaghetti with Peaches and Pumpkin Seed Pesto

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Are you looking for a healthy spiralizer recipe that’s quick and easy to make? Try this vegan Zucchini Spaghetti with Peaches and Pumpkin Seed Pesto we adapted from the Vibrant Table cookbook. Low in calories and high in nutrients and taste. Get the recipe on now!

Paleo Mango Ice Cream

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Easy to make and great to have around the house and you can even use frozen mangos. Paleo Mango Ice Cream, Delicious! This is made with coconut milk so you can consider this not only Paleo but Vegan as well.

Cremini Mushroom Risotto

Cremini Mushroom Risotto

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Smooth and Creamy Soaked Vanilla Maple Almond Butter (Vegan)

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Beyond the digestive benefits of this almond butter, it’s also delicious, as in, the most delicious almond butter you’ve ever had. Nutty and salty but also sweet, kissed by vanilla and maple syrup, it’s as good on raw celery as it is eaten on its own, by the spoonful. Get the recipe now.

Creamy Red Roasted Beet Soup

Creamy Red Roasted Beet Soup in a stoneware bowl.

The first time I subscribed to a CSA, back in Chicago years ago, was the first time I was exposed to beets, and, genuinely, I had no idea what to do with them. First, I learned how to roast them. Then I learned how to like them—in salads, as greens sauteéd or mixed into a hash, …

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Heart Beet Patties with Pecorino Garlic Butter and Beet Greens Pesto

Valentine's Day Heart Beet Patties with Pecorino Garlic Butter and Beet Greens Pesto dish on a white, porcelain plate on a linen napkin on a black background.

Want to use all of the vegetable, without any waste? Heart beet patties with pecorino garlic butter and beet greens pesto are the answer. Made with the roots, stems, and leaves, these baked vegetarian delights make a delicious appetizer or entree. And they’re perfect for Valentine’s Day! Get the recipe now.