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White Chicken Chili

White Chicken Chili Cozy up with this healthy white chicken chili recipe from registered dietitian Christaney Townsend. INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 small yellow onion, diced 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp ground cumin 1 green bell pepper, diced 3 chicken breasts or chicken thighs 5 cups low-sodium chicken bone broth Black pepper and sea salt 2 (15 oz) cans white beans, drained and rinsed 1.5 cups corn 1 container of dairy-free cream cheese (Kite Hill, Daiya, etc.) Freshly chopped cilantro, for garnish Tortilla chi...

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Varsha’s Favorite Vegan Crab Cakes

Varsha’s Favorite Vegan Crab Cakes Dr. Varsha Rathod, rheumatologist and functional medicine physician at PALM Health, shares her favorite vegan crab cakes recipe for delicious appetizers or a healthy dinner. INGREDIENTS Cakes 2 cans of hearts of palm, chopped up medium-sized. Save some liquid. 2 tbsp of vegan mayonnaise 1 tbsp of Dijon mustard 1 tsp of apple cider vinegar 1 tsp of old bay seasoning 1/3 cup of finely chopped shallots/onions 1/3 cup mixture of mixed finely chopped celery and red bell pepper ¼ cup of finely chopped parsley (Italian or curl...

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Gluten-Free Bagel Bites

Gluten-Free Bagel Bites Try this easy 3-ingredient recipe for light and fluffy gluten-free air fryer bagel bites, courtesy of Rachel James, executive assistant at PALM. INGREDIENTS Gluten-free flour Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt Everything-but-the-bagel seasoning, or seasoning of your choice DIRECTIONS Mix together equal parts gluten-free flour and Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt in a large bowl. Shape into small balls and coat with seasoning. Air fry in an air fryer at 350ºF for 10-15 minutes. Enjoy!

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Chocolate Cherry Smoothie

Chocolate Cherry Smoothie Satisfy your sweet tooth with a delicious and healthy smoothie full of fruits and veggies, courtesy of Dr. Karrie Hohn. INGREDIENTS 1 cup kale 1 celery rib 1 whole carrot 1 cup frozen cherries 2 tbsp almond butter 1.5 cups water 1 tsp cocoa powder Several drops almond extract DIRECTIONS Put all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth, and enjoy! Enjoy!

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Chilled Cucumber and Watermelon Skewers

Chilled Cucumber and Watermelon Skewers Cool off with chilled cucumber and watermelon skewers, a tasty combination of veggies and fruit with a unique burst of flavor. INGREDIENTS Cucumbers Watermelon Red onion Fresh limes Fresh mint Chili powder DIRECTIONS Chop cucumber into half-inch-thick pieces. Cut watermelon into 1-inch-thick chunks. Slice red onion into thin cubes. Layer the cucumber, watermelon, and red onion pieces on skewers. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top and garnish with a pinch of chili powder and fresh mint. Enjoy!

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Stone Fruit Arugula Salad with Herbs and Asparagus

Stone Fruit Arugula Salad with Herbs and Asparagus This light and tasty salad is loaded with nutrients, healthy fats, and anti-inflammatory greens. Serve it as a meal on its own or as a side to your favorite grilled meats. INGREDIENTS Asparagus Arugula Summer herbs (your choice) or microgreens Fennel Red onion Radish Stone fruits of choice (plums, peaches, nectarines) Goat cheese or feta cheese Balsamic vinaigrette DIRECTIONS Grill or roast asparagus until tender. Toss with fresh arugula, herbs, and microgreens. Thinly slice fennel, red onion, and radish...

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