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Packed with protein-rich hemp seeds and almonds, this smoothie will support your protein needs while also supporting your immune system (thanks, blueberries!). It’s simple to make, tastes delicious, and is a very pretty blue color (Instagram worthy!).

Looking to supplement your high-fiber diet with a refreshing and nourishing juice? Then look no further than Green Goodness Juice. Made with kale, celery, lemon, ginger, and cilantro (or parsley if you’re a soapy cilantro sort), this juice will make you shine from the inside out with each sip.

Ready to bring a little sunshine to your morning? This creamy, refreshing, and energizing smoothie includes spinach for iron (Popeye’s favorite food), bananas for potassium (good for heavy sweaters), pineapple for phytonutrients (to prevent inflammation), and matcha tea for catechins and theanine (for a boost in energy).

What do you get when you combine beets, carrots, and turmeric? You get an anti-inflammatory explosion of color, flavor, and nutrients. Don’t have a juicer? No problem! Blender instructions for this power-packed juice are provided as well. See Chef’s Notes on how to best absorb the nutrients from this naturally sweet juice.

What comes to mind when you think of smoothies? Most likely it’s fruit with a hint of veggies and more sweet than savory. But salad lovers can enjoy smoothies too! Blend your favorite salad ingredients to create a deliciously creamy smoothie that’s packed with flavors from cucumber, lime, cilantro (optional!), and shallots (yes, shallots!), with a little mango for just a touch of sweetness.

Banana Walnut Bread can easily fit into several categories — breakfast, dessert, or snack. Heat a piece after dinner and enjoy it with banana nice cream for a sweet treat. Warm it in the toaster oven and spread your favorite nut butter on top for breakfast. Or, enjoy it with a cup of tea for an afternoon pick-me-up. No matter how you enjoy this bread, know that you’re getting lots of nutrient-dense ingredients through the bananas, oat flour, and walnuts.

Do you love nutty, moist, and dense whole-grain bread? How about bread that is really simple to make? Then turn on that oven and get ready to start baking! Sweet ‘n Nutty Teff Bread is a delicious, satisfying bread that is nutrient-dense and gluten-free, meaning it’s good for just about anyone who loves bread! Bonus: Teff has more iron than any other whole grain, making it a grain superstar.

Dine-in but feel like you’re dining out with this homemade Indian Paratha bread made with whole-grain amaranth flour and rich potatoes. This thin yet dense bread is infused with aromatic Indian spices, resulting in heavenly and exquisite flavor. Pair the paratha with your favorite Indian dishes like Chana Masala or Bhindi Masala.

Both ginger and turmeric bring their own unique plant compounds for health and wellbeing — gingerol and curcumin, respectively. Gingerol, along with other compounds in ginger, has been shown to support immune function, lower blood pressure, and alleviate pain. Curcumin has been shown to boost blood flow, decrease inflammation, and fight certain types of cancer. Double this tasty dressing recipe to stay nourished all week long as you add it to salads, grain bowls, or steamed vegetables.