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Top 10 healthy Blue Zone-inspired recipes you can find on Dan Burnett's website

1. Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Sweet Potatoes and Pears: A refreshing blend of quinoa, colorful veggies, and olive oil. A perfect Mediterranean delight!

2. Okinawan Sweet Potato and Onion Hash: Embrace the flavors of Okinawa with this nourishing sweet potato soup, rich in antioxidants.

3. Chickpea (Falafel) Patties: These falafel-inspired patties are full of flavor and spice but are lighter and easier to make as they aren’t deep fried.

4. Ikarian Cabbage with Rice: Dive into the heartiness of Ikarian cuisine with a flavorful Cabbage with Rice, packed with protein and fiber

5. Sardinian Minestrone: A wholesome minestrone soup filled with Sardinian charm. A medley of vegetables and beans in a tomato-based broth.

6. Jose Guevara s Gallo Pinto: Start your day right with this traditional Costa Rican dish featuring rice and beans, a staple of Blue Zone diets.

7. Three-Minute Okinawan Rice Noodle Bowl: Since they require only 2-3 minutes of boiling time, they make for quick, satisfying appetizer or entrée dishes.

8. Bean and Squash Tortillas with Papaya Salsa: We love tortilla, Nicoyans eat tortillas at every meal, choice when it is perfect for you!

9. Adventist Brown Rice Salad: A one-bowl Mediterranean-inspired rice salad, seasoned with blue zone staples like turmeric, olive oil, and parsley, offers a flavorful and health-promoting experience.

10. Avocado Salsa: The vegetarian foods made by Seventh-day Adventists are heavily influenced by Mexican cuisine.

Remember you can have all the Blue Zone recipes in your kitchen with the book collection!