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,…
Summer Solstice
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…
Vegan Corn Chowder
It’s another Recipe Redux for the month of December and the challenge this month is to take one of my cookbooks, turn to a page that’s any combo of the numbers 2017, and create the recipe with my own flair! I chose, page 207 of The cookbook, “Appetite for Reduction,” by Isa Chandra Moskowitz, a beautiful…
Tempeh Asian Lettuce Wraps
Sometimes, for a change, it’s nice to go without the bread and use lettuce instead. Ah, well, the obvious is that it’s gluten-free. And, one of the fun things about this Vegan/Plant-Based Tempeh Asian Lettuce Wraps recipe is that it’s great for lunch, for dinner or even for an appetizer. If you serve this tempeh…
Vegan Caprese Salad with Blackberry & Watermelon
Summer is coming to an end, but the hot days can linger into late September and this Vegan Caprese Salad with Blackberry & Watermelon is a refreshing, easy addition to any meal. I want to thank Katie, my friend, fellow blogger, and dietitian from One Hungry Bunny, for sharing this recipe with me. Although not strictly…
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…
Green Goddess Grain Bowl
If you haven’t discovered the grain bowl yet, I think you’ll find them a great choice for a plant-based lifestyle and this Green Goddess Grain Bowl is a great one to try first. It’s really a meal that would traditionally be served separately on your plate. However, in this concept, everything is tossed into a…
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…
Pasta Puttanesca with Spinach (video)
Pasta Puttanesca is a breeze to put together, especially if you have a jar of marinara sauce and frozen spinach on hand. If you love garlic, you’ll love the addition of fresh sliced garlic in this recipe. This recipe calls for whole wheat pasta and here is a review of all the brands of whole wheat pasta…
Vegan Waldorf Salad with Apples & Raisins
Apples, apples, apples, there are always apples in the store… What a treat since they are so good for us. They offer a gut supportive fiber which is most probably why the saying “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” so popular. And, this Vegan Waldorf Salad with Apples & Raisins is a great…
Mexican Rice Salad
Incorporating more whole grains into your diet is one of the healthiest things you can do. But, that also means eliminated sources of refined carbs, such as white bread or white rice. With the addition of beans, veggies and avocado, this salad is super veggie-powered. I always like to make a batch of grains, usually…
Macaroni Salad
This traditional Macaroni Salad, that’s often served at picnics, family gatherings and holidays, is usually laden with mayonnaise, but you won’t have to worry about this version. Not only is it made with tofu, but it also is full of antioxidant goodness. Broccoli, carrots, bell pepper and whole grain pasta make this one salad to…
Crustless Broccoli Sun-Dried Tomato Quiche
You won’t miss eggs when you can have this delicious Crustless Tofu Quiche that’s stuffed with veggies. Of late, I’ve been adding more protein to my dishes to help with the feeling of fullness. Although this recipe has broccoli and sun-dried tomatoes, you can mix it up with other vegetables. Try zucchini or roasted sweet potatoes,…
