Yuca with Garlic Sauce

Yuca is a Dominican favorite and can be eaten for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The garlic sauce elevates this simple boiled yuca dish. Complete this meal with a protein option of your choice and sliced avocado.

Habichuelas Guisadas

Habichuelas guisadas, or Dominican stewed beans, are not only a part of Dominican Republic’s national dish but are also a classic addition to any rice and meat dish.

Cape Verdean Feijoada

This simple Cape Verdean feijoada recipe is made of stewed beans, pork and vegetables in a rich, flavorful broth. One pot is all you need – cooks in under 3 hours!

Brazilian Chicken Salad

This delicious Brazilian dish, Salpicão de Frango, is great on its own or as a side dish. The key is to add a crunch on top with batata palha, or potato sticks.

Lunch Box Power Pasta Salad

This thick, creamy dressing has a garlicky kick that becomes deliciously muted if served the next day in a lunch box. Substitute garlic powder if fresh garlic is undesired. Add additional vegetables of choice, diced small, to make the dish more colorful. Recipe by New England Dairy.

Easy Cheesy Cauliflower Rice Bites

Enjoy the rich cheddar flavor you love in a fun new snack with these cheesy cauliflower bites. Made with just a few simple ingredients in 30 minutes, these bites are perfect for afterschool snacking, game day, or serving as an appetizer at your next get-together. This is how you get the whole family craving veggies. Recipe developed by Chrissy Carroll, MPH, RD, LDN of Snacking in Sneakers and available on New England Dairy.