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Corn Salad (Fresh, Easy & Perfect for Summer) If there’s one dish that instantly feels like summer in a bowl, it’s a corn salad. Sweet See Recipe & Get the full instructions here!

Wellness Tip: Sweet corn has been unfairly villainized by the low-carb movement, but when eaten in its whole-food form, it is an incredible summer superfood! Whole corn is packed with insoluble fiber, which acts like a broom for your digestive tract, and is loaded with lutein and zeaxanthin, two powerful antioxidants that actually protect your eyes from sun damage during these bright summer months! To make this a true 'Wellness-Approved' side, I highly recommend sourcing organic corn to avoid heavy pesticides. Finally, we completely ditch the traditional heavy mayonnaise dressing, opting instead for a bright, clean vinaigrette made from cold-pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil and fresh lime, which actively helps your body absorb the fat-soluble vitamins in the vegetables!

A Cozy Twist on Tradition Nothing warms the soul quite like a comforting bowl of Vegan German Potato Salad. This delightful dish combines tender potatoes See Recipe & Get the full instructions here!

Wellness Tip: Potatoes have been unfairly demonized in the diet industry, but they contain a secret metabolic weapon: Resistant Starch! When you boil potatoes and let them cool even slightly to absorb a dressing, their starches transform into a specific type of fiber that actively resists digestion. Instead of spiking your blood sugar, this resistant starch travels straight to your lower intestine, acting as a massive prebiotic feast for your good gut bacteria!

A Crunchy Delight That Dazzles Immerse yourself in the fresh, crunchy goodness of Broccoli Salad, a vibrant dish that warms the heart and pleases the See Recipe & Get the full instructions here! Wellness Tip: Broccoli is a cruciferous powerhouse loaded with a compound called sulforaphane, which is famous for its potent anti-inflammatory and detoxifying properties. But here is the ultimate wellness hack: sulforaphane is only activated when the raw broccoli is chopped or chewed! Letting your freshly chopped broccoli sit for about 10 minutes before dressing it actually maximizes this cancer-fighting compound. To keep this classic salad 'Wellness-Approved,' we completely replace the refined sugar and heavy mayo with a base of probiotic-rich plain Greek yogurt and a touch of pure maple syrup. You get all the nostalgic, sweet-and-tangy creaminess with double the protein and zero sugar crash!

Creamy, Dreamy Comfort Food. Delight Classic Macaroni Salad brings a wave of nostalgia straight from my grandma’s kitchen to yours. This creamy pasta dish, with See Recipe & Get the full instructions here!

These amazing baked beans are the perfect side dish for your next BBQ, offering a sweet and savory flavor with a hint of smokiness. Packed with hearty navy beans, savory bacon, and a rich barbecue sauce, this dish will elevate your BBQ experience.

Ingredients: 4 cans 15 oz each of navy beans, drained and rinsed. 1 cup barbecue sauce. 1/2 cup ketchup. 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed. 1/4 cup molasses. 1 large onion, finely chopped. 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced. 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 teaspoon mustard powder. 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. Salt and black pepper to taste.

Instructions: Set the oven to 350F 175C and heat it up. Put navy beans, ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, onion, bell pepper, bacon, garlic, mustard powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Combine well. Put the bean mixture in a baking dish. Put the beans in an oven that has already been heated for 45 to 50 minutes, or until they start to bubble and get thick. Take it out of the oven and let it cool down for a few minutes before you serve it.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes

A delicious recipe for homemade baked beans that's ideal for summertime get-togethers. These baked beans are a hit thanks to their blend of savory and sweet flavors as well as the subtle smokiness from the bacon.

Ingredients: 1 lb dried navy beans. 1 onion, finely chopped. 1/2 cup molasses. 1/4 cup brown sugar. 1/4 cup ketchup. 1/4 cup mustard. 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar. 1 tsp salt. 1/2 tsp black pepper. 1/2 tsp garlic powder. 1/2 tsp paprika. 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper. 6 cups water. 1/2 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled.

Instructions: Rinse the navy beans and soak them in water overnight. Preheat the oven to 325F 163C. In a large pot, combine soaked beans and 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes. Drain. In a mixing bowl, combine onion, molasses, brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Stir the sauce mixture into the drained beans until well coated. Transfer the beans to a baking dish and top with crumbled bacon. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes or until the beans are tender and the top is caramelized. Serve hot and enjoy the summer flavors!

Prep Time: 480 minutes

Cook Time: 150 minutes

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible bacon-wrapped maple glazed carrots. The combination of smoky bacon and sweet maple glaze creates a perfect harmony of flavors. Ideal for grilling enthusiasts or anyone looking to elevate their BBQ side dishes.

Ingredients: 12 medium-sized carrots, peeled and trimmed. 12 slices of bacon. 1/4 cup maple syrup. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard. Salt and pepper to taste. Fresh parsley for garnish optional.

Instructions: Warm up the grill over medium-high heat. To make the glaze, mix the olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper with a whisk in a small bowl. Put a piece of bacon around each carrot and secure it with toothpicks if you need to. Spread a lot of the maple glaze on all sides of the carrots that have been wrapped in bacon. Place the carrots wrapped in bacon on a hot grill and turn them over every so often to make sure they cook evenly and turn caramelized. Grill for about 15 to 20 minutes, basting often with the maple glaze, until the bacon is crispy and the carrots are soft. Take them off the grill and give them a minute or two to cool down. Add fresh parsley as a garnish if you like. Serve and enjoy the smoky, sweet, and salty tastes of these maple-glazed carrots wrapped in bacon!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes