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Mixed root vegetable salad

Makes 12 | Takes 45 minutes Root vegetables are the perfect addition to any winter meal. They provide that little touch of comfort on a cold day. Root vegetables are high in fibre, antioxidants, and beta carotene—a red/orange pigment found in carrots and yams that is converted to vitamin A and is a powerful antioxidant.  Ingredients 2 yams, peeled and cubed 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 rutabaga, peeled and cubed 2 parsnips, peeled and cubed 2 beets, peeled and cubed 3 Tbsps olive oil 2 freshly grated garlic cloves ½ tsp onion powder A dash of salt and pepper Directions Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pour all of the root veggies onto the pan. Pour the olive oil, garlic, onion powder, and salt and pepper on top, and toss with your hands until well coated. Place in the oven for 25–30

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Cumin Hummus

Hummus is the perfect high-fibre and protein snack to keep you full for your afternoon hustle. Pair this delicious plant-based spread with your favourite vegetables or crackers. Easy and fast to make! SERVES 3-4 PREP TIME:10 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 1 can (organic) chickpeas 3-4 raw cloves of garlic (organic) 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce (preferable vegan) 1 juiced lemon 1 Tsp freshly ground cumin seeds 1⁄4cup of Tahini sauce 1 Tbsp hot sauce Pepper to taste DIRECTIONS Mix all ingredients in a blender until smooth and creamy. Garnish with tomatoes and parsley. Sprinkle a dash of cumin powder on top as a garnish.

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Sweet potato, leek and ginger soup

The taste bud-tingling combination of sweet potato, leek and ginger come together in one warming bowl. Smooth, comforting, wholesome and delicious, this soup is great to eat on a cold night, or to freeze for a nutrient-dense grab- and-go working lunch. It’s packed with antioxidants, while the sweet potato and ginger also provide anti-inflammatory benefits. Keep your inflammation and oxidative stress down with this nourishing bowl of soup! MAKES 8 | TAKES 50 MINUTES INGREDIENTS »  4 tablespoons coconut oil »  1 red onion, chopped »  6 leeks »  1⁄4 cup ginger, sliced »  1 teaspoon sea salt »  1 teaspoon black pepper »  4 sweet potatoes »  4 carrots, sliced into coins »  6 celery sticks, sliced »  8 cups of water DIRECTIONS Place the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, leek, ginger, salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes until onion is translucent.

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