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Zucchini Cilantro Dip

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Zucchini Cilantro Dip Makes about 3 cups      Prep time: 15 minutes 1-1/2 pounds zucchini, coarsely shredded* 1 can (8 ounces) garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup packed cilantro leaves 1 garlic clove 3 tablespoons Nakano Seasoned Rice Vinegar,   Original or Roasted Garlic 3 tablespoons mild olive oil 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 to… Read more

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Asian Persuasion Summer Salads

Thai Rice Salad with Three Herbs    Makes 8 servings. 1/2  cup seasoned rice        vinegar 2     tablespoons peanut oil 1     tablespoon soy sauce 1     tablespoon packed        brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon hot chili oil,        optional 4     cups cooked short        grain brown rice* 1/2 cup shredded carrots 1     medium cucumber,        seeded and sliced 2    green onions, sliced 1/3 cup each… Read more

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Chicken Lettuce Bundles with Sesame-Herb Dressing

Chicken Lettuce Bundles with Sesame-Herb Dressing Makes 6 servings   Sesame Herb Dressing 2/3 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon Nakano Seasoned Rice Vinegar, divided   Original or Roasted Garlic 1/3 cup chopped fresh mint 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro or basil 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil* 2 green onions, finely chopped 1 tablespoon… Read more

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Mediterranean Spiced Chicken

Mediterranean Spiced Chicken Makes 4 servings. Prep and cook time: 25 minutes 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1-1/4 teaspoons smoked paprika or paprika 1-1/4 teaspoons ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (more if you like heat) 1 tablespoon canola or olive oil 3 large tomatoes cut into 1-inch chunks (12 ounces),… Read more

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Szechaun Macaroni Salad with Ginger Dressing

Szechaun Macaroni Salad with Creamy Ginger Dressing Prep Time: 30 minutes      Makes 6-8 servings 8 ounces dry elbow macaroni 20 snow peas 1 medium cucumber, seeded and sliced 2 green onions, sliced 1/2 cup matchstick carrots 1/2 cup salted roasted peanuts   Creamy Ginger Dressing 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup Nakano seasoned rice vinegar,… Read more

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