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All these deliciously healthy favorite salads would be perfect for Thanksgiving! The annual food lover's countdown to Thanksgiving has officially begun!  I know there are people who would be happy with just turkey, stuffing, rolls, green bean casserole, and pumpkin pie every year for Thanksgiving dinner, but those people are probably not reading food blogs.  For those of you who love to try just one or two interesting new dishes every year, I've started sharing Thanksgiving suggestions on Facebook (are you following me there?)  I think every Thanksgiving dinner needs a special salad that's just a little bit unusual, so here are ten of my favorites.  (And if you're really in the mood to start planning the menu, take a look at all the Thanksgiving Recipes.) Click to continue reading

Beat the heat with this raw vegan and gluten free salad topped with agave-Dijon Dressing. Follow Foods For Long Life on FACEBOOK . Summer - Time to Eat More Raw Food When the weather warms up, its time to eat more raw food. Whether youre a vegan, vegetarian or meat eater, its a good idea to consume lots of raw fruits and vegetables in the summer months. This blog and my ebook, Health Begins in the Kitchen , is based on a Seasonally Raw Food Plan which varies the amounts of raw food consumed with the seasons. In the winter when its cold, our bodies crave cooked foods such as warm soups, cooked grains, and baked sweet potatoes. But for now, when the weather is hot and the farmers market and summer gardens are flourishing, lets pile on the raw fruits and veggies! Cool Off Weve had record breaking heat the last few weeks here on the West Coast so weve been living on raw smoothies and big salads. This simple salad makes a beautiful presentation and is very cooling for the body. The shredded...

This blueberry tart makes a perfect Valentines day dessert! Follow Foods For Long Life on FACEBOOK . Blueberries and Chocolate I know, its almost Valentines day. I should be making something red, like chocolate covered strawberries or red velvet cupcakes. But I was inspired by the thought of whipping fresh blueberries and cashews into a creamy filling served in a simple raw crust made from heart healthy English walnuts, dried coconut and chocolate in its purest form - raw cacao. Is there a better way to say, "I love you" than giving a gift of delicious and powerful antioxidants? I dont think so. Elegant or Casual? This recipe makes enough for one 4 1/2 inch tart pan with enough crumble and filling left over for 2 small ramekins. A tart makes a very elegant presentation. But if you dont have a tart pan, feel free to use individual ramekins or small bowls for the entire recipe. Sprinkle the crust ingredients in the bottom of 4 to 6 individual ramekins or small bowls and cover ...