Chia seeds are a quick and healthy way to thicken recipes because they are unique in the way that they plump up dramatically and form a viscous gel, kind of like tapioca. They can be used to make a simple jam, to throw in…
Easter
Lentil Shepherd’s Pie
This Lentil Shepherd’s Pie comfort food is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters, plant-based or not! You can make this dish easier with store-bought items, such as canned or boxed lentils which I’ve found at Trader Joe’s. Make this gravy recipe, leaving…
Banana Chip Almond Butter Muffins
Warm and comforting with a touch of sweetness and whole grain goodness, these Banana Chip Almond Butter Muffins are a dessert worthy treat healthy enough for breakfast. Once you’ve made a batch, breakfast becomes a breeze. I know you all want easy so that’s…
Instant Pot White Bean Soup with Garlic, Mushrooms and Farro
I’m writing this post in early May and although spring is here and the weather is turning warmer, I still find that soup is a super way to enjoy a whole food plant-based diet. In addition, I love that you can make this White…
Heart Healthy Chocolate Hummus
Yep, you read it right, Chocolate Hummus. This was a great discovery for me because I love a little chocolate but it usually comes with too much sugar and fat. Now we can enjoy all of the heart-healthy goodness of chocolate without the extra…
Vegan Yogurt Parfait with Berries & Granola
Eating a plant-based vegan breakfast just got easier with this Vegan Yogurt Parfait with Berries and Granola. Starting out your day with a nutritious and delicious breakfast sets you up right by providing healthy fruit plus little crunchy carbs and creamy unsweetened yogurt. And,…
Moroccan Roasted Carrots
I created this Moroccan Roasted Carrot Salad as part of my Moroccan themed holiday menu because I wanted to have something a little unique for the holidays. It looks beautiful on the table and goes well with the rest of the meal which includes…
Arugula, Orange Fennel Salad
This wonderfully bright, tangy and rich Arugula Orange Fennel Salad is great any time of the year, but you might want to serve it with my Plant-Based Moroccan Holiday Menu. A typical Moroccan meal begins with a series of hot and cold salads, followed by…
Moroccan Chickpea Vegetable Tagine
Our family’s meal this holiday will be a little non-traditional. We’re making a plant-based vegan Moroccan dinner and the main dish is this Moroccan Chickpea Vegetable Tagine. If you haven’t heard of a tagine, it’s a piece of bakeware used for making the dish with…
Vegan Avocado Brownies
Oh boy, do I like chocolate. How about you? And, thankfully eating some chocolate turns out to be pretty healthy for you. However, you don’t really want all of that fat and sugar, so what’s a chocolate lover to do? Try these delicious Vegan…
Easy Breakfast Chia Pudding
This easy and delicious Breakfast Chia Pudding is a great way to incorporate chia seeds. If you haven’t tried chia seeds you, it’s time to discover these great little packages of nutrition. They’re a great addition to a plant-based diet and have so many…
Scalloped Potato and Cabbage Casserole
Pump up your scalloped potatoes with this cabbage and potato version. A creamy sauce made with non-dairy milk, nutritional yeast, and a little mustard mixed in makes this dish ultra comforting. This Scalloped Potato and Cabbage Casserole would be great for any holiday meal,…
Vegan Tetrazzini with Soy Curls
I remember the dishes I used to eat before I started eating a plant-based diet and some of those were pretty tasty! Like Tetrazzini… all creamy and gooey with peas, mushrooms, and noodles. But now I can enjoy it again without the guilt with this…
Instant Pot Butternut Squash Risotto with Basil Pesto
I continue to be inspired by the Instant Pot. Yes, it does make beans in a flash like these Pinto Beans and Black Beans, but it is very versatile. I have even seen pasta made in the Instant Pot. So this beautiful spring dish of…
Spring Asparagus, Pea, Zucchini Soup with Pesto
Spring, is coming! And, it’s time for another challenge from The Recipe Redux team, one of my families favorite recipes for springtime celebrations. This is a beautiful soup. It fuses the fresh flavors of the springtime vegetables with herbs and is then blended into a smooth,…