Raw kale salad is the perfect enlivening food to eat during the early days of spring, which by tradition signifies rebirth and rejuvenation.

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This vegan chili recipe, a delicious adaptation of the classic Moosewood cookbook recipe, is rich in red kidney beans, tomatoes, and vegetables. If you prefer a gluten free version, you can make the recipe with quinoa rather than the original bulghur wheat.

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Quinoa is a superfood. It is a tiny seed-grain that contains nearly 20 percent complete protein and is also rich in calcium and minerals. Here is a recipe for Orange and Pecan Quinoa, a delicious grain pilaf.

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