That's largely in thanks to our friends at feedfeed, who provided us with the best of the best when it comes to food all year long.
And in case you missed any of their delicious recipes, we compiled a list of our favorites from 2017.
Happy eating!
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The Best Recipes of the Year
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We tried batches of recipes this year, and our taste buds rejoiced. Whether it was a juicy burger, a chocolaty recovery smoothie or a fall pumpkin treat, one thing is for sure—we ate well in 2017.
That's largely in thanks to our friends at feedfeed, who provided us with the best of the best when it comes to food all year long.
And in case you missed any of their delicious recipes, we compiled a list of our favorites from 2017.
Happy eating!
That's largely in thanks to our friends at feedfeed, who provided us with the best of the best when it comes to food all year long.
And in case you missed any of their delicious recipes, we compiled a list of our favorites from 2017.
Happy eating!
Chlorella and Spirulina Detox Smoothie
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Photo and recipe by @superfoodrunner via @thefeedfeed.com.
This tropical green smoothie packs multiple servings of greens with the addition of spirulina and chlorella powder, which boast high antioxidant levels and will help you get back on your feet after an indulgent holiday season.
This tropical green smoothie packs multiple servings of greens with the addition of spirulina and chlorella powder, which boast high antioxidant levels and will help you get back on your feet after an indulgent holiday season.
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Nutrition TipsCitrus and Rosewater Farro Salad
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Photo and recipe by @acheesemongersdaughter via thefeedfeed.com.
This isn't your typical salad. Farro, a small grain similar to barley, provides a nutty base for sweet, tart grapefruit and oranges.
This isn't your typical salad. Farro, a small grain similar to barley, provides a nutty base for sweet, tart grapefruit and oranges.
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Nutrition TipsHomemade Chocolate Cashew Butter Cups
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Photo and recipe by @superfoodrunner via thefeedfeed.com.
These homemade chocolate cups are made with five wholesome ingredients: cacao powder, coconut oil, maple syrup, sea salt and vanilla. Filled with a creamy cashew butter filling (or other nut butter of choice) and topped with festive freeze dried strawberries and coconut flakes, this is the perfect chocolate treat for a special occasion.
These homemade chocolate cups are made with five wholesome ingredients: cacao powder, coconut oil, maple syrup, sea salt and vanilla. Filled with a creamy cashew butter filling (or other nut butter of choice) and topped with festive freeze dried strawberries and coconut flakes, this is the perfect chocolate treat for a special occasion.
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Nutrition TipsHearty Vegetable Chili
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Photo and recipe by @superfoodrunner via thefeedfeed.com.
This hearty chili is loaded with healthy vegetables, lentils and quinoa, and topped with cashew cream and avocado. You won't miss the meat or dairy, we promise.
This hearty chili is loaded with healthy vegetables, lentils and quinoa, and topped with cashew cream and avocado. You won't miss the meat or dairy, we promise.
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Nutrition TipsScrambled Egg Breakfast Tacos
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Photo and recipe by @leefromamerica via thefeedfeed.com.
These easy breakfast tacos have scrambled eggs, sautéed peppers, purple cabbage and sauerkraut. Don't forget the side of warm sweet potato fries!
These easy breakfast tacos have scrambled eggs, sautéed peppers, purple cabbage and sauerkraut. Don't forget the side of warm sweet potato fries!
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Nutrition TipsPitaya Ombré Smoothies
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Photo and recipe by @superfoodrunner via thefeedfeed.com.
Pitaya, also known as dragon fruit, is a naturally bright pink fruit that will add plenty of flavor and color to your daily smoothie. For the ombré effect, simply add varying amounts of frozen pitaya.
Pitaya, also known as dragon fruit, is a naturally bright pink fruit that will add plenty of flavor and color to your daily smoothie. For the ombré effect, simply add varying amounts of frozen pitaya.
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Nutrition TipsSpring Asparagus, Pea and Mushroom Frittata
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Photo and recipe by @thejamlab via thefeedfeed.com.
It's not a great weekend morning without brunch. But forget long lines and overpriced food. Brunch the healthy way with this veggie-packed, homemade frittata.
It's not a great weekend morning without brunch. But forget long lines and overpriced food. Brunch the healthy way with this veggie-packed, homemade frittata.
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Nutrition TipsSpiced Chicken with Hummus and Tomato Cucumber Salad
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Photo and recipe by @madelinemhall via thefeedfeed.com.
This easy chicken recipe is flavorful enough to satisfy your taste buds, but simple enough to make it on the table within 30 minutes. Pair with hummus and a salad for a complete, protein-rich meal.
This easy chicken recipe is flavorful enough to satisfy your taste buds, but simple enough to make it on the table within 30 minutes. Pair with hummus and a salad for a complete, protein-rich meal.
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Nutrition TipsPeanut Butter and Chocolate Maca Protein Smoothie
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Photo and recipe by @superfoodrunner via thefeedfeed.com.
This loaded smoothie is perfect for a filling pre-run breakfast or a delicious recovery drink. Plus, maca powder may contribute to increased stamina and endurance, so start incorporating it into your daily diet.
This loaded smoothie is perfect for a filling pre-run breakfast or a delicious recovery drink. Plus, maca powder may contribute to increased stamina and endurance, so start incorporating it into your daily diet.
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Nutrition TipsPeanut Butter Stuffed Dates
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Photo and recipe by @organicfoodforkids via @thefeedfeed.com.
Dates are a quickly absorbed carbohydrate, making them an ideal snack to help refuel your muscles right after a strenuous workout. Pair with creamy peanut butter and hemp seeds for plant-based protein. This also makes a great pre-workout snack.
Dates are a quickly absorbed carbohydrate, making them an ideal snack to help refuel your muscles right after a strenuous workout. Pair with creamy peanut butter and hemp seeds for plant-based protein. This also makes a great pre-workout snack.
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Nutrition TipsBanana Beet Nice Cream
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Photo and recipe by @briewilly via thefeedfeed.com.
Ice cream...for breakfast? That's right, this creamy "nice cream" bowl is made with frozen bananas and a hint of red beet powder for an extra nutritional boost. Customize with your favorite toppings and enjoy at any time of day.
Ice cream...for breakfast? That's right, this creamy "nice cream" bowl is made with frozen bananas and a hint of red beet powder for an extra nutritional boost. Customize with your favorite toppings and enjoy at any time of day.
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Nutrition TipsFresh Chili, Basil and Tomato Salsa
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Photo and recipe by @theplantfeed via feedfeed.info.
Consider store-bought salsa a thing of the past. This fresh and zesty salsa will be the hit of your next party.
Consider store-bought salsa a thing of the past. This fresh and zesty salsa will be the hit of your next party.
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Nutrition TipsBrowned Butter, Vanilla Cardamom Dutch Baby with Glazed Cinnamon Apple
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Photo and recipe by @lisa_vipond.
This is what cold-morning dreams are made of. Warm, spiced apples sit atop a gluten-free Dutch baby.
This is what cold-morning dreams are made of. Warm, spiced apples sit atop a gluten-free Dutch baby.
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Taco Salad Jars with Green Chile Yogurt Dressing and Fresh Corn Salsa
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Photo and recipe by @foxeslovelemons via thefeedfeed.com.
This recipe has all of your favorite components of a great taco salad in a perfectly portable jar. You'll love the fresh corn salsa and spicy green chile yogurt dressing, but beware, your coworkers will be shooting you some jealous looks.
This recipe has all of your favorite components of a great taco salad in a perfectly portable jar. You'll love the fresh corn salsa and spicy green chile yogurt dressing, but beware, your coworkers will be shooting you some jealous looks.
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Nutrition TipsPumpkin Cinnamon Bun Chia Pudding
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Photo and recipe by @briewilly.
Chia pudding just got an upgrade. Pumpkin pie and cinnamon buns come together to make this a healthy treat that's perfect for breakfast--or dessert.
Chia pudding just got an upgrade. Pumpkin pie and cinnamon buns come together to make this a healthy treat that's perfect for breakfast--or dessert.
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Nutrition TipsBlack Bean, Quinoa and Sweet Potato Veggie Burgers
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Photo and recipe by @feedtheswimmers via feedfeed.info.
These black bean, quinoa and sweet potato burgers are packed with protein and fiber and topped with a creamy cashew sauce with a spicy kick.
These black bean, quinoa and sweet potato burgers are packed with protein and fiber and topped with a creamy cashew sauce with a spicy kick.
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Nutrition TipsQuinoa Tabbouleh Avocado Boats with Spicy Tahini Sauce
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Photo and recipe by @superfoodrunner via thefeedfeed.com.
This fun presentation will wow guests. Throw together an easy quinoa tabbouleh and serve in avocado boats.
This fun presentation will wow guests. Throw together an easy quinoa tabbouleh and serve in avocado boats.
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Nutrition TipsRoasted Acorn Squash with Gluten-Free Wild Mushroom Stuffing
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Photo and recipe by @thefeedfeed via thefeedfeed.com.
This gluten-free, vegan stuffing is full of flavorful, healthy ingredients, like homemade mushroom stock, roasted garlic, thyme, nutritional yeast and more. The roasted acorn squash makes a great vessel for the stuffing, and it can even replace the turkey for those following a vegan or vegetarian diet.
This gluten-free, vegan stuffing is full of flavorful, healthy ingredients, like homemade mushroom stock, roasted garlic, thyme, nutritional yeast and more. The roasted acorn squash makes a great vessel for the stuffing, and it can even replace the turkey for those following a vegan or vegetarian diet.
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Nutrition TipsHalloumi and Veggie Skewers
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Photo and recipe by @lastingredient via thefeedfeed.com.
A no-recipe recipe is our favorite. Simply load up skewers with your favorite veggies and add cubed halloumi cheese for a bit of extra flavor.
A no-recipe recipe is our favorite. Simply load up skewers with your favorite veggies and add cubed halloumi cheese for a bit of extra flavor.
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Nutrition TipsHomemade Chicken Tortilla Soup
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Photo and recipe by @kids_dogs_spatulas.
Packed with vegetables and protein, this flavorful soup calls for spices like chili, cumin and paprika. Swap the potatoes for sweet potatoes or butternut squash for an even healthier option.
Packed with vegetables and protein, this flavorful soup calls for spices like chili, cumin and paprika. Swap the potatoes for sweet potatoes or butternut squash for an even healthier option.
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Nutrition TipsButternut Squash Pie
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Photo and recipe by @briewilly.
Coconut milk keeps this butternut squash soup extra creamy without any dairy.
Coconut milk keeps this butternut squash soup extra creamy without any dairy.
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