Wild Rice and Cranberry Salad Festive Wild Rice Salad with Dried Cranberries and Citrus Vinaigrette Ingredients: 1 cup wild rice 3 cups water or vegetable broth 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/4 cup chopped red onion 1/4 cup chopped parsley 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional) For the Dressing: 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons orange juice 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard Salt and pepper, to taste Directions: Rinse wild rice under cold water. In a saucepan, combine rice and water or broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 40–45 minutes until rice is tender and some grains have split. Drain any excess liquid and let cool. In a large bowl, combine the cooled rice with cranberries, celery, red onion, parsley, and nuts if using. In a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients until well combined. Pour the dressing over the rice mixture and toss to coat evenly. Fold in feta cheese if using. Chill for 20–30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #wildricesalad #cranberrysalad #harvestsalad #fallflavors #grainbasedsalad #vegetarianrecipes #healthylunchideas #plantbaseddish #wholegrainsalad #festiveflavors #mealpreprecipe #easyvegetarianmeals #citrusvinaigrette #wildricebowl #makeaheadsalad #fruitandgrain #nuttysalad #cleaneats #wildricecranberry #seasonalsalads Hearty, tangy, and colorful This Wild Rice and Cranberry Salad is the perfect balance of sweet, nutty, and savory!

Roasted Vegetable and Farro Salad Warm Roasted Vegetable & Farro Salad with Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette Ingredients: 1 cup farro 2 cups water or vegetable broth 1 zucchini, diced 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 small red onion, sliced 1 cup cherry tomatoes 1 cup cubed butternut squash (or sweet potato) 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika For the Dressing: 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley Salt and pepper, to taste Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). On a large baking sheet, toss zucchini, bell pepper, onion, cherry tomatoes, and squash with olive oil, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized. Meanwhile, rinse farro and add it to a pot with water or broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes or until farro is tender. Drain any excess liquid. In a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients. In a large bowl, combine cooked farro and roasted vegetables. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat evenly. Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with extra parsley if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #farrosalad #roastedvegetables #warmgrainbowl #vegetarianrecipes #wholegrainsalad #plantbasedeats #healthygrainbowl #mediterraneansalad #mealprepideas #fallveggies #saladbowl #nutritiouslunch #easyvegetarian #grainandveg #meatlessmeal #healthyeats #ovenroastedveggies #veggiegraincombo #parsleydressing #herbyvinaigrette Colorful, nourishing, and packed with flavor This Roasted Vegetable and Farro Salad is your new go-to for wholesome lunches or dinners.

Ginger Carrot Soup Silky Ginger Carrot Soup with a Hint of Citrus and Spice Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 1.5 lbs carrots, peeled and chopped 1 small potato, peeled and diced (for creaminess) 4 cups vegetable broth 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional) Juice of 1 orange (or 1 tablespoon lemon juice) Salt and pepper, to taste 1/2 cup coconut milk or cream (optional, for richness) Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in chopped carrots and diced potato. Cook for 3–4 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth and add cumin if using. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes until vegetables are very tender. Remove from heat and blend soup using an immersion blender (or in batches using a standard blender) until smooth. Stir in orange juice or lemon juice. Add coconut milk or cream if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Reheat gently if needed and serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 180 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #gingercarrotsoup #vegancomfortfood #carrotsoup #gingerflavor #immuneboosting #souprecipe #easyvegetariansoup #cozybowls #silkysoup #dairyfreecomfort #healthyandwarm #nourishingmeals #weeknightvegan #smoothsoup #coconutmilkrecipes #creamyvegan #carrotingingerblend #vitaminpacked #simpleingredients #homemadesoup This Ginger Carrot Soup is sunshine in a bowl—silky, vibrant, and gently spiced. Cozy up with this nourishing favorite today!