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    Karen Schriefer

    Founder, Vertical Hydroponic Garden

    Karen Schriefer is the founder of Vertical Hydroponic Garden, where she shares practical ways to grow fresh food and turn it into simple, whole-food, plant-based meals. Through recipes, gardening tips, and Nutrition Insights, she helps make healthy eating feel approachable and sustainable.

    Creamy Tomato, White Bean & Leafy Greens Spaghetti Squash
    Tower to TableAugust 7, 2026

    Creamy Tomato, White Bean & Leafy Greens Spaghetti Squash

    Learn how one creamy tomato sauce becomes three delicious plant-based dinners in this easy spaghetti squash recipe featuring white beans and leafy greens.

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    Can Eating More Fruits and Vegetables Help Support Brain Health?
    Nutrition InsightsAugust 4, 2026

    Can Eating More Fruits and Vegetables Help Support Brain Health?

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    Simple Prep Broccoli Quinoa Salad
    Salad of the WeekJuly 1, 2026

    Simple Prep Broccoli Quinoa Salad

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    Simple Prep Pesto Garden Bowl
    Salad of the WeekJune 9, 2026

    Simple Prep Pesto Garden Bowl

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    How I Pack Prep-Ahead Salads for Busy Weekdays
    Salad of the WeekJune 3, 2026

    How I Pack Prep-Ahead Salads for Busy Weekdays

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    Simple Prep Taco Salad Bowl
    Salad of the WeekJune 2, 2026

    Simple Prep Taco Salad Bowl

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    Lemon Herb Chickpea Crunch Bowl (Simple Prep)
    Salad of the WeekMay 26, 2026

    Lemon Herb Chickpea Crunch Bowl (Simple Prep)

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    Pineapple Black Bean Garden Salad (Simple Prep)
    Salad of the WeekMay 12, 2026

    Pineapple Black Bean Garden Salad (Simple Prep)

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    Zucchini Ribbon Garden Salad with Sautéed Mushrooms
    Salad of the WeekApril 28, 2026

    Zucchini Ribbon Garden Salad with Sautéed Mushrooms

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    Mediterranean Hummus Garden Bowl
    Salad of the WeekApril 14, 2026

    Mediterranean Hummus Garden Bowl

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    Simple Kale & White Bean Bowl (From My Tower Garden)
    Tower to TableApril 6, 2026

    Simple Kale & White Bean Bowl (From My Tower Garden)

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    Caprese-Inspired Garden Bowl (Simple Prep)
    Salad of the WeekMarch 31, 2026

    Caprese-Inspired Garden Bowl (Simple Prep)

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    Why I Eat Beans Every Day (A Simple Habit for Healthy Eating)
    Nutrition InsightsMarch 28, 2026

    Why I Eat Beans Every Day (A Simple Habit for Healthy Eating)

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    Roasted Sweet Potato Garden Bowl
    Salad of the WeekMarch 24, 2026

    Roasted Sweet Potato Garden Bowl

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    Simple Prep Strawberry Chickpea Garden Bowl
    Salad of the WeekMarch 17, 2026

    Simple Prep Strawberry Chickpea Garden Bowl

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    Salad of the Week: Simple Prep Asian Crunch Bowl
    Salad of the WeekMarch 10, 2026

    Salad of the Week: Simple Prep Asian Crunch Bowl

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