This is a great reminder — especially during Earth Week — that plants produce edible parts we often waste. Don’t toss those leaves and stems. Enjoy them!

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For Earth Week, Eat More Plants: 50 Plant-Forward Ideas for the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day
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50 Plant-Forward Ideas for the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day


Johns Hopkins Hosts Second Regional Plant-Forward Training (and Competition!)
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The Bon Appétit team at Johns Hopkins University hosted chefs from St. Timothy’s School, St. John’s College, and more, for an interactive training on implementing plant-forward initiatives in their cafés.

Recipe: Toasted Quinoa Cauliflower Tabbouleh
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Toasting quinoa (or any whole grain) brings a subtle nutty flavor to any dish. Paired with cauliflower, you have a vegetable- and protein-packed twist on a dish traditionally made with bulgur.

The Plant-Forward Grill: More Plants, Less Meat
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I know eating more plant-based foods is good for me, but I’m just not ready to give up my beloved summer burger. How can I incorporate plants and still eat my meat, too?

Recipe: Celery and Cauliflower Leaf Salad
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Celebrate National Nutrition Month® by challenging yourself to create a dish using multiple parts of a plant.

Recipe: Golden Beets with Carrots and Beet Greens
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Celebrate National Nutrition Month® by challenging yourself to create a dish using multiple parts of a plant.

Recipe: Farro with Roasted Delicata Squash, Kale, and Sherry Vinegar
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With hearty farro and fiber-loaded vegetables, this recipe promises to “squash” your hunger. Concerned about bitter kale? Don’t fret, the sherry vinegar will cut the bitterness and leave nothing but luscious greens.

Recipe: Red Lentil Slaw with Tomato, Ginger, and Coriander
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Not your typical “slaw,” but we don’t aim for predictable. The ginger and coriander add a brightness to lentils you didn’t know could exist. Packed with protein and fiber, it can be enjoyed as a hearty side or as a main for a light lunch or dinner.