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This vegan crispy rice salad is delicious with fresh vegetables, crispy brown rice, and a tasty balsamic dressing. This dish is great for a healthy lunch or dinner because it is light and cool.

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked crispy brown rice. 1 cup mixed greens spinach, arugula, and kale. 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/4 cup cucumber, diced. 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced. 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced. 1/4 cup shredded carrots. 2 tablespoons roasted sunflower seeds. 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar. 1 tablespoon maple syrup. 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: The crispy brown rice and mixed greens should be put together in a large bowl. Chop up the red onion, red bell pepper, cilantro, sunflower seeds, red bell pepper, and red onion. Add them to the bowl. Put the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a different small bowl. Mix them together with a whisk to make the dressing. Cover the salad with the dressing, then toss it all together until it's well sealed. Serve your tasty vegan crispy rice salad right away and enjoy it!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Distance Learning

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These versatile waffles can be enjoyed any time of the day, whether you prefer a sweet treat or a savory delight. Customize your toppings to suit your taste!

Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour. 2 tablespoons sugar. 1 tablespoon baking powder. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 2 large eggs. 1 3/4 cups milk. 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. For Sweet Waffles: 1/2 cup chocolate chips. For Savory Waffles: 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese. Toppings of your choice e.g., syrup, whipped cream, berries, bacon, or fried eggs.

Instructions: Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Put the eggs in a different bowl and beat them. Then add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Combine well. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ones and mix them together just until they are mixed. A few lumps are fine; don't mix it too much. To make sweet waffles: Do not stir the chocolate chips into the batter too much. To Make Savory Waffles: Mix the grated cheddar cheese into the batter slowly. Follow the directions that came with your waffle iron to get it hot. Use nonstick cooking spray or a little melted butter to grease the waffle iron. Put the waffle batter on a waffle iron that has already been heated up. Cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp. Add your favorite sweet toppings to your waffles, like syrup and whipped cream. To add a savory twist, serve your waffles with bacon or fried eggs on top. You can eat your sweet and savory waffles for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

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Fresh pear slices dipped in cinnamon-flavored cream cheese dip are ideal as a fruity appetizer or an after-dinner treat, and all of your guests will enjoy them.

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This is a classic creamy Caesar salad dressing that's perfect for a salad or for dipping vegetables. To serve, toss with chopped romaine in a salad bowl and shave Parmesan cheese on top of salad; season with salt, black pepper, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

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