July 2025 Newsletter
Southwest black bean burgers, quinoa salad, blueberry dressing, and more!
Hello and happy July! Here’s what’s happening at The Garden Grazer:
Quinoa Vegetable Salad
This summer-fresh dish features fluffy quinoa, a rainbow of veggies, hearty chickpeas, fresh herbs, and a lemon-garlic dressing. It’s easy to assemble and great made in advance!
"My whole family just inhaled this dish. My 2 & 4 yr olds kept asking for more! I had to use Thai basil because it was all I had in the house, but it was AMAZING! Thank you." -Jennifer
Southwest Black Bean Burger
These are so zesty, flavorful, and easy to prepare with simple, healthy ingredients. Then they’re topped with a creamy Big Mac Sauce!
And if you don’t want to turn on your oven, a sweet lady named Paula just reported they grill up great! Her husband grilled them for 4.5 minutes on each side, using a grill rack. Thanks for sharing this helpful feedback, Paula!
"I followed your recipe exactly, and they turned out so awesome! You hear stories of homemade bean burgers falling apart, etc., but these were truly fantastic! They were firm and didn't crumble at all. Loved the flavour, and so did my hubby. He has requested that I make them "again again". And the sauce? Just divine!! Thank you for another awesome recipe!" -Jennifer
Blueberry Salad Dressing
This vibrant dressing is sweet, tangy, and antioxidant-rich. It's naturally sweetened, slightly creamy, and easy to prepare in 5 minutes!
Balsamic Green Bean Salad
This crisp salad is such a fun way to jazz up green beans. We combine snappy beans with juicy tomatoes, red onion, fresh dill, optional feta, and a tasty lemon-balsamic dressing. It’s even better made in advance giving the veggies time to marinate!
“I found this recipe years ago and make it from time to time. Always a hit!! My daughter just had her first baby and my first grand baby. Of course I told her I would cook whatever she wanted. "Please can I have the green bean salad” she replied. Thank you for the wonderful recipe that we have enjoyed for years.” -T. Rashall
Creamy Black Bean Avocado Dip
This delicious no-cook dip takes just 5 minutes! We blend together black beans, avocado, salsa, and flavorful spices. The texture is so fun - like whipped black beans! Dip it with chips or spread it on a tortilla for a no-cook burrito filling that's perfect for summertime.
“I loved this recipe and so did the folks I served it to. I made a slight change and added cayenne pepper; about the same amount as the cumin. (Funny story, I thought I was measuring cumin but it turned out to be cayenne.)” -Doreen
Chocolate Cherry Almond Smoothie
Cool off in luxurious style this summer! This smoothie tastes like a decadent dessert but is actually made with simple, healthy, plant-based ingredients. It’s naturally sweetened plus quick & easy to make!
“Delicious!! I wanted a new smoothie in my breakfast rotation and this fit the bill. I added a couple of dates and next time will probably add spinach and chia! Loved it. Thank you!" -Marissa”
Thanks for being here! I appreciate you reading and hope you’re finding value in the recipes. For more plant-based inspiration:
-Kaitlin
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