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\n\t\t\t1st Place: Chickpea Salad Wrap with Chili-Garlic Dressing\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\tWe love eating salads in a wrap\u2014the tortilla takes the place of croutons. This crunchy, herby salad wrap is refreshing and satisfying, especially on a hot summer day, when you don’t want to heat up the kitchen. \u2014Susan Vaith, Jacksonville, Florida\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\t2nd Place: Whipped Cottage Cheese and Hot Honey Peach Crostini\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\tI’m constantly on the hunt for great summer combinations and recipes that come together super quickly. I started making this when I had an abundance of fresh peaches, and it’s become a major staple for us. \u2014Kristin Bowers, Gilbert, Arizona\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\t3rd Place: Sunshine Poached Salmon\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\tYou’ll most likely already have all the ingredients in your cupboard to make this quick salmon recipe. My husband is a picky eater, but even he loves the sweet and slight heat flavors that come through. \u2014Marie Valdes, Pinellas Park, Florida\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tRunner-Up: Creamy Dreamy Fruity Popsicles\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\tI loved the Good Humor Strawberry Shortcake ice cream bars as a kid. Now that I’m an adult and watching my diet, I wanted to revisit my childhood in a healthy way. These bars are dairy-free, gluten-free and low in sugar. \u2014Lisa Marie Vallas, Magnolia Springs, Alabama\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tRunner-Up: Mango, Passion Fruit and Citrus Sorbet\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\tI came up with this delicious concoction when I had a bag of frozen mango to use up, and my sweet tooth was calling on a hot day. Passion fruit puree really makes the flavors come together, and the lemon adds a bright kick. \u2014Kallee Krong-McCreery, Escondido, California\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tRunner-Up: Chicken and Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\tWe love one-dish meals in my house, and it’s even better when I can meal prep and eat it over several days. This salad is packed with healthy, good-for-you vegetables and plenty of protein, featuring rotisserie chicken, spiced pecans and shaved parmesan. \u2014Donna Gribbins, Shelbyville, Kentucky\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tRunner-Up: Crunchy Cucumber and Fennel Salad\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\tI created this when my herbs were overflowing. It makes for a refreshing, crunchy salad to enjoy on those hot summer days. I used an English cucumber because of its mild flavor, but other types can be used as well. \u2014Margee Berry, White Salmon, Washington\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tRunner-Up: Roasted Kohlrabi & Carrot Ribbon Salad\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\tThis vibrant salad combines tender roasted kohlrabi and sweet carrot ribbons tossed with a tangy lemon-honey vinaigrette. Toasted pepitas add a satisfying crunch, while fresh herbs brighten every bite. Naturally low in calories and fat, this dish is packed with nutrients, gluten-free and perfect as a light lunch or side. \u2014Dani Grimm, Fullerton, California\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tRunner-Up: Chili Crisp Salmon with Avocado and Cucumber Salad\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\tI love a California roll, but I\u2019m not always in the mood for a big serving of rice to weigh me down. This recipe captures the deliciousness of that sushi roll, but I brightened it up with a chili crisp oil vinaigrette. \u2014Kristyne Mcdougle Walter, Lorain, Ohio\t\t<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tRunner-Up: Avocado-Lime Popsicles\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\tI wanted to freeze something immediately for dessert night (read: not make ice cream). This is also a great base for smoothies. \u2014Debra Keil, Owasso, Oklahoma\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tRunner-Up: Beet Poke Avocado Toast\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\tThe farmers\u2019 market has the best fresh beets. When they’re in season, I like to air-fry them with a little olive oil and a sprinkle of seasoning to create this delicious beet poke. \u2014Grace Monahan, Middletown, New York\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n