Gluten-Free

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Fried Pea Patties

Peas and pesto make this flavorful patty a bright green making it a very fun and chic addition to your summer parties.

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Squash Coconut Soup with Quinoa

Hearty squash is blended with coconut milk for this creamy, warming soup. Easy to make ahead of time and freezes well.

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Black Bean Salad & Avocado Dressing

Zucchini gets used twice in this fancy salad made with fresh mango and a creamy green dressing.

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Salted Chocolate Pecan Bars

A raw version of rich pecan pie, highlighted with dark chocolate and just a teeny taste of salt.

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Vegan Coconut Whipped Cream

This delicious rich whipped cream is very simple but does need a few hours of inactive time to be successful. Store a mixing bowl and electric metal beaters in the freezer a couple of hours before making whipped cream.

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Chocolate Banana Berry Mochi

Mochi is a sweet rice flour dessert that makes for a great hand-held treat for all your beach days. It's gluten-free and vegan too!

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Cauliflower Soup

Cauliflower is a great base for creamy, dairy free soups. This version uses sweet potatoes and roasted garlic for lots of flavor.

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Pressed Cucumber Salad

Who needs lettuce? Thinly sliced cabbage pairs with crunchy vegetables for a crispy, fresh tasting salad.

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Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

A vegan version of classic frosting- use for birthday cakes, cupcakes and cookies!

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Burbur Injin (Black Rice Pudding)

This is often served as a dessert, but works just as well as a breakfast or snack. Usually palm sugar is used, but brown sugar and sucanat are good substitutes.