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 calories. Although this recipe does have some maple syrup, you could…
Snacks
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 nutrition and delicious breakfast sets you up right by providing healthy fruit plus a little crunchy carbs and creamy unsweetened yogurt. Not only that, but this can also be served as a…
Roasting Nuts and Seeds at Home
If you haven’t thought about it before, you might consider roasting your own nuts and seeds at home because store-bought nuts and seeds are typically coated with oil. When you make them at home you can skip the oil and dry roast them instead. Nuts are a powerhouse of nutrition. Studies have shown that if…
Chai Spice Apple Muffins
Eating Chai Spice Apple Muffins for breakfast is a given, but they are also yummy for a snack when the munchies hit or even for dessert. These delicious muffins are made with good-for-you ingredients such as old-fashioned oats, whole wheat flour, apples and a few of your favorite nuts. I used pecans in this recipe….
Roasted Red Pepper Dip
This roasted red pepper dip is sure to please any of your guests, plant-based or not! If you want a burst of flavor and a dip with no-added-fat – then this is for you! Flavorful roasted red pepper blended with heart-healthy walnut to bring on the zing. I served this on Christmas night and even my…
V-8 Smoothie
I have a smoothie almost daily. This recipe is a green powerhouse and called a V-8 Smoothie because it has 8 vegetables. Well technically, I think avocado is a fruit. The green in this smoothie comes from kale, broccoli sprouts, curly parsley, and avocado. This is a great way to get your daily dose of…
Overnight Chia Oats
Mornings can be stressful and these overnight chia oats are a great solution to the morning rush! They help keep you on track and when you make several servings at a time, your week is set. Not only that, the addition of chia seeds contain heart-healthy omega 3 fats. The toppings supply you with some of…
High Protein Trail Mix
If you’re like most people, you find it hard to wait for your next meal, but you don’t want to blow your healthy diet. If you have a handful of this high protein trail mix, it’ll help you over the hump and stop cravings in their tracks! Most trail mixes are unhealthy, especially if they contain…
Oil-Free Chips (video)
Probably one of the most addicting snacks, that we all grew up eating are chips. Who doesn’t love munching on the crunchy and salty goodness of a delicious chip? After the instant gratification wears off you’re usually left with the guilt of consuming such an unhealthy snack. The typical chip is heavy, saturated in oil,…
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
Like a taste of fall, this Pumpkin Pie Smoothie is creamy, comforting and full of feel-good ingredients. Sweet, delicious, full of fiber and good for you beta-carotene that nourishes your skin, the largest organ of your body! Feel free to add a handful of baby spinach for an added boost, and top with some pecans…
Mint Chocolate Smoothie
One of my favorite flavors of ice cream used to be Mint Chocolate Chip. And, this plant-based smoothie version is just as good. You can even make it thicker and serve as ice cream. Try these other healthy and delicious plant-based alternatives: Cherry Chocolate Smoothie Pumpkin Pie Smoothie Watermelon Salad with Tofu Feta – Mint inspired…
Carrot Chocolate Chip Cookies (video)
Sometimes cravings get to me. Even when I’ve had a full meal, the urge for something sweet takes over. Do you know what I mean? What’s a healthy food blogger to do? Make these dynamite-for-you, sweet and satisfying cookies that you can have any time of the day. Breakfast, anyone? They even have a secret…
Banana Bread with Maple Glaze
This easy Banana Bread with Maple Glaze is sweet and chocolatey and still full off plant-based goodness. It has been revamped into a delicious, healthy treat. The maple glaze takes the decadence over the top. You’ll want to serve this to your family and friends. It’s perfect for breakfast, a snack or to serve when…
Cherry Chocolate Smoothie
Go into any grocery store this time of year and you’ll see fresh cherries. I’ve had amazing ones from the farmer’s market and most times store-bought are deliciously sweet and succulent, too! They’re mighty good for you too having anti-inflammatory properties and other effects, as well. Use them for this tasty Cherry Chocolate Smoothie. Get…
Heart Healthy Smoothie
Having a smoothie for breakfast can be an easy, quick and heart healthy choice. This one is particularly heart healthy and below read the 7 reasons why you might want to drink this heart healthy smoothie for breakfast. Plant-based recipes are Heart-Healthy! Check out ore Heart-conscious recipes: Green Berry Smoothie Healing Turmeric Smoothie Rick’s Superfood Smoothie Roasted Squash…
