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Quinoa Health Benefits & How to Use Quinoa in a Plant Based Diet

One of the world’s most popular health foods, quinoa has become a staple in many people’s pantries. Besides the proven quinoa health benefits, the grain is a super versatile plant-based food. So, if you’re looking to incorporate more plants into your diet, this is a great place to start. Learn more about the variety of quinoa health benefits and how to use it in your cooking here!

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Quinoa and Tofu Vegetable Bowl

Tofu is a versatile plant based protein source and is a great option for meatless meals. This ingredient is packed with nutrients and can be used in a variety of ways. It has been a staple of my vegetarian meal prep for years – even before I fully cut out meat from my diet! Learn more about tofu and try my healthy quinoa and tofu vegetable bowl recipe here.

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Gardein Mandarin Orange Crispy Chick’n

Since transitioning to a vegetarian diet, I’ve explored various meat alternatives. I recently picked up a pack of the Gardein Mandarin Orange Crispy Chick’n to try. It was quickly apparent that this would be a new favorite! Read my review of this vegan product here!

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Cooking with Lentils

Whether you’re fully vegetarian or not, lentils are a great staple feature of a plant based diet. I personally love cooking with lentils. They’re versatile, hearty, affordable, long-lasting, and healthy. Besides being just tasty and useful, lentils are also pretty nutrient-dense, making them a great base option for vegetarian and plant based lifestyles. Learn why they’re great and how to cook with lentils here!

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