Plant-Based
Grill summer vegetables, fruits for easy seasonal flavor
With so much of summer’s bounty making its way from the farms to your grocery basket this time of year, finding new ways to enjoy it is key.
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From Bakon to JUST Eggs, plant-based breakfast foods are the real deal
Vegans who adhere to a plant-based lifestyle leave meat products off their plates, but thanks to an expansion in innovative, plant-based foods to meet the growing demand, the makings for a fully plant-based breakfast, including bacon-like “meat” and eggy-tasting “eggs,” is perfectly possible.
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Serve a Flavorful Brunch with Plant-Based Flair
If you’ve recently switched to a plant-based diet, your focus on foods that come from plant sources and those that are minimally processed won’t make planning your next brunch as challenging as you might think.
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Pescatarian diet makes catch of the day count
Those who are looking to carve out a healthier lifestyle could consider the pescatarian diet. Pescatarians avoid meat and poultry, choosing instead to eat fish and seafood, along with the foods that vegetarians commonly eat – fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and seeds, dairy and eggs.
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Vegan grilling tips and tricks
From panini to kebabs and salads to desserts, vegan grilling is a great way to celebrate the bounty of the summer season, sans meat.
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Herbs and Spices: Beyond Flavoring Our Food
Herbs and spices have had a long history of flavoring and coloring food. Fresh green basil, for example, adds aroma, flavor and color to an otherwise plain slice of pizza. A sprinkling of fresh or dried rosemary does wonders for roasted potatoes.
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Getting the nutrition you need when you’re lactose intolerant
What may be creamy, comforting indulgences for some is anything but comfortable for those with lactose intolerance. Dairy foods – no matter how tempting – may trigger digestive discomfort that can range from mild to severe.
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Going green: How plants can become the center of your plate
If you’ve considered cutting back on the amount of meat you eat, you’re not alone. For years, medical professionals have been urging us to consume more fruits and vegetables, and it’s clear that more and more people are giving it a go.
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What are healthy protein alternatives?
We all know protein is an important part of our diet, but when we think of protein-rich foods, most of us are likely to think of beef, chicken and other meats. Fortunately, there are a lot of other options.
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Plant-Based Recipes
Wild Mushroom Puff Pastry Tarts
Earthy flavored and deliciously rich, these Oregon Wild Mushroom Tarts will step up your umami game. These are excellent alongside roasted meats or as a vegetarian entrée.
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Brie & Pear Puff Pastry with Balsamic Syrup
Searing and then braising pork with bacon, apples and cabbage delivers a succulent dish that is so delicious, you’ll be going for seconds.
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Pear & Pecorino Salad with Cranberries & Hazelnuts
Find everything you need in your Market Produce and Bulk Departments to create this fresh, flavorful salad. And the balsamic dressing, whipped up before serving, is simply perfect.
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Pumpkin & Apple Soup
Seasonally available fresh from our Market Produce Department, pie pumpkins and green apples blend together perfectly in this savory, flavorful harvest-time soup.
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Miso-Glazed Vegetables with Kefir-Kombucha Sauce
Fermented foods provide great health benefits. We have combined several here to accompany our favorite miso-glazed roasted vegetables.
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Spicy Tofu Hot Pot
Our recipe uses local ingredients, like tofu and kimchi, in a delicious and easy-to-make hot soup. Korean tofu hot pots are full of flavor and super healthy. Add a fresh egg on top of the boiling hot soup and quickly stir together!
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Plant-Based Local Maker Spotlights
Blue Bus Cultured Foods – Bingen, WA
Owners Kristin and Colin Franger have been experimenting with their own adventurous tastebuds in their home kitchen for years. In 2014, they took the leap to launch Blue Bus Cultured Foods, naming their business for their beloved 1973 Volkswagen bus, their faithful vehicle on numerous camping trips in their younger days.
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Toby's Family Foods – Eugene
Toby's creates protein-rich tofu dips and spreads and delicious dressings, using organic, Non-GMO ingredients, sourced from local, independent farmers and food producers.
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