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 Bean Soup with Garlic, Mushrooms, and Farro in the Instant Pot…
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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 Avocado Brownies! These are a healthier version than the typical recipe…
Ultimate Greek Nachos
Everyone loves nachos, and many of us love Middle Eastern flavors, so why not fuse them together?! Well… I am just so excited to share this Ultimate Greek Nachos recipe with you! In reality, this is a simple Mediterranean Style Salad with Pita chips and all the fix-ins layered on top; it’s just such a…
Mary’s Vegetable Soup with Farro
I’m so excited to share this recipe from my friend, Mary. I decided to call it Mary’s Vegetable Soup… it’s all hers. She and I go way back as she was there when I went into labor with my first child who is now 31 years old!! What’s cool is that Mary who is a…
Middle Eastern Vegetable Salad with Tofu Feta
This colorful Middle Eastern Vegetable Salad has it all; intense flavor, heart-healthy veggies, a little chickpea protein, a beautiful plant-based feta, and a beautiful bright dressing. I am absolutely raving about this tofu feta. As you know, tofu alone has no flavor, and it easily absorbs the flavors of its marinades. This marinade uses miso,…
Black Bean Brownies
I love anything chocolate, and these black bean brownies made with unsweetened organic cacao powder hit the spot for a guilt-free chocolate fix. These brownies make a wonderful pre or post workout snack and are a wonderful way to sneak healthy food into your children’s diets and make sure they get their daily source of…
Breakfast Burrito with Tofu Scramble
If you’re looking for a savory breakfast recipe, this Breakfast Burrito with Tofu Scramble hits the spot. You might also enjoy this Huevos Rancheros Casserole or Tofu Benedict. You can vary the tofu scramble part of this recipe by keeping it plain, without onions, or you can add other veggies to your liking. Mushrooms or…
Thick-Cut Seasoned Fries with Chipotle Sauce
I haven’t met a person yet that doesn’t love fries, but we all know that eating traditional fries will cause us to gain weight. So I’ve included this recipe for thick-cut seasoned fries with chipotle sauce to satisfy that urge. With thick-cut fries, you have even more to love and they taste great with this dairy-free version…
Pumpkin Hummus
Fall is in the air and is one of my favorite times of the year. I love pumpkin any time and often have canned pumpkin, the unsweetened kind, on hand. Since this recipe only uses half of the canned pumpkin, you could use the other half for this Pumpkin Chia Pudding. It’s perfect for this Pumpkin…
Broccoli Waldorf Salad
I hope that since you’re on board for a plant-based life that you’re discovering how to make delicious plant-based recipes. Have you branched out and experimented with your own recipe creations, too? This Broccoli Waldorf Salad was an experiment for me. I love any salad that is tangy and sweet AND, I like to use up…
One Pot Penne Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce
This One Pot Penne Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce is a delicious mouth full…gets you out of the kitchen in a flash with fewer dishes and is full of plant-based goodness. It’s lovely to be able to create dinner in one pot. This makes a lot of pasta which is great to have as leftovers….
Cherry Chocolate Ice Cream (video)
You won’t believe how delicious this vegan Cherry Chocolate Ice Cream is. What’s not to love about cherries and chocolate. They’re divine on Valentine’s day or tasty with a BBQ. Both are considered superfoods. Cherries are a nutritional powerhouse, being, first of all, anti-inflammatory. In fact, according to nutritionfacts.org, “Studies have shown that as little…
Barley Bean Salad with Cauliflower Rice
Grains are our friends! The science says that eating whole grains can help us live longer and they certainly are a big part of a plant-based diet. So, this Barley Bean Salad with Cauliflower Rice is a nutritional powerhouse that you should add to your favorite recipes. Not only does this recipe have cauliflower, but also fresh kale…
Kale Citrus Guacamole (video)
You won’t believe how tasty this kale citrus guacamole recipe is and it’s definitely worth the effort. I had this as an appetizer at True Food Kitchen and there are quite a few of these restaurants around the country. I also had a vegan pizza and it was super delicious. The recipe from the restaurant also…
Baked Vegan Macaroni and Cheese (video)
Just the sight of a macaroni and cheese dish can start you drooling. And, it’s cheese that most people have trouble giving up on a plant-based diet, but this baked vegan macaroni and cheese will help you break the habit and not disappoint. This vegan macaroni and cheese recipe is as easy as can be if…
