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Take the fiesta to-go with this mason jar taco salad. Not only are mason jar salads easy to assemble, but they’re also very pretty! Antioxidant-rich salsa, protein-packed beans, carotenoid-containing corn, fiber-loaded lettuce, and monounsaturated fat-filled avocado create a flavorful and oh so nutritious salad in a jar!

This Lemony Chickpea Lentil Soup tempts you with warm, earthy tones of cumin and thyme. It’s easy to make, and yields extra portions for leftovers or freezing. Pair this smooth-yet-rustic soup with whole-grain bread or brown rice and a light salad. Well-being warning: sipping on this soup throughout the year might just help you feel energized, healthy, and full-of-life all year long.

More of the savory breakfast type? Then you’re going to love this plant-based version of sausage and eggs! Lentil “Sausage” Scramble is super satisfying and will keep you energized all morning long with plenty of plant-based protein from the tofu and lentils, and abundant healing nutrients in the garlic, turmeric, cumin, fennel and sage.

Who needs fast food when you can make these Drive-Thru Potatoes? One bite of the layered lentils, potatoes, and savory sauce will make you more than happy to stay at home and out of that long line of cars.

Enjoy the flavors of garlic bread (without the baguette!) in this simple zucchini noodle dish, and feel good knowing that you’re getting lots of disease-fighting carotenoids from the zucchini, fiber and protein from the chickpeas, and immune-supporting phytonutrients from the garlic.

Versatility is the name of the game with this savory slaw that can be enjoyed as a side, a snack or even a main dish. Enjoy it by itself, top it on sandwiches, add it to baked tofu or mix it with leafy greens. No matter how you eat it, the flavor pops and the crunch is super satisfying.

Using sunflower seeds to make a creamy base is a great way to get vitamin E, selenium, plant-based protein, and fiber in a simple spread. Adding curry powder (a combination of spices that may include cumin, turmeric, coriander, ginger, and garlic) not only makes for a flavorful blend, but they each pack their own powerful nutritional punch. Soak the seeds ahead of time to whip this up in a flash!

Do you love Indian flavors as much as we do? This samosa-inspired burger tastes very similar to the fried appetizer you may know and love, however, it's much healthier! Chickpea and Potato Samosa Burgers are baked instead of fried and fiber-rich. Really, they’re one big delicious and crispy veggie and chickpea patty. Enjoy them as is or top them with your favorite chutney.

Onions often play a supporting role in meals, however, they can certainly stand on their own and steal the show! Red onions, in particular, are bursting with flavor and nutrition from anthocyanins — the same color that gives blueberries their pretty purple hue. They’re also a good source of prebiotics. Anthocyanins and prebiotics have both been shown to help with gut health! Enjoy these onions on top of veggie burgers, salads, and alongside other roasted vegetables.

Did someone say peaches? These bites are a fun and different way to enjoy your favorite summer fruits. Use fresh when they’re in season or frozen when you want to call in the memory of summer suppers. Plus, feel good that they’re helping to keep your immune system strong from the plentiful vitamin C in the peaches, red peppers, and limes!