Salad
Sweet Pea Quinoa with Pistachios, Apricots & Mint
A quick & delicious make ahead addition to your Easter spread. I’ve been on a pistachio kick lately (can you blame me?) and let me tell you they are particularly magical when tossed with fresh peas, sweet apricots, and cool mint. Quinoa provides the heft and the whole dish is tied together with red pepper…
Read MoreA Killer Kale Salad
After the first bite, I was sold. This salad is one of the recipes that I make most often for myself. I like to make a huge batch at the beginning of the week and slowly chip away at it, adding in extra ingredients like chickpeas or quinoa. Honestly, the best part about this salad…
Read MoreQuinoa & Black Bean Stew and Chickpea Waldorf Salad (both featured in Veg Times)
Today friends, I share with you two of my creations that were recently featured in Vegetarian Times magazine. They are easy to prepare, will accommodate all of your New Year’s resolutions plus make you look & feel amazing. They keep really well in the fridge and taste even more unbelievable the next day. Plus, they contain a laundry list of…
Read MoreArugula with Avocado, Pomegranate, Almonds and Caramelized Acorn Squash
This salad is a total looker, friends. I’ve been on a pomegranate kick lately, and they’re particularly magical when tossed with creamy avocado, peppery arugula, toasted almonds and spicy red onions. Squash provides some necessary heft, and it’s all tied together with a delightful dressing. Hallelujah. All the fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins in this powerhouse medley…
Read MoreQuinoa Lentil & Crispy Brussels Sprout Salad
I won’t bore you with the many health benefits of this salad. Instead, let’s focus on the amazing fall flavors in this little delight. We’ve got protein packed quinoa & lentils, crispy Brussels sprouts, tart cranberries, crisp scallions, and toasted pecans, all tossed with lemon juice and olive oil. It’s hearty & fresh and loaded…
Read MoreQuinoa Kale Pesto Bowls
I have been indulging in this dish the last couple days! It’s so fresh and good. A few quick things about this recipe. First, it couldn’t be easier. Boil the quinoa, chop some fresh parsley, throw all the pesto ingredients in a blender, and then toss the everything together with some chopped walnuts. The whole…
Read MoreBerry Quinoa and Pecan Salad with Honey-Mustard Dressing
This salad will simplify your life this summer. Fresh raspberries & blueberries, toasted pecans and quinoa all tossed in a honey mustard-vinaigrette is a beautiful combo, but something straight up magical happens when you pile that goodness on top of mixed greens. The quinoa soaks up some of the dressing, and each highly textured bite bursts with…
Read MoreWarm Spring Salad
This salad is a miracle. A mix of fresh spring vegetables; asparagus, peas, and green onions tossed in a simple lemon vinaigrette! This salad is literally bursting at the seams with fresh flavor and texture. (click HERE to watch me prepare this salad on Good Day Maine) It’s light, yet satisfying, and in addition it…
Read MoreBrussels Sprouts Avocado Caesar Salad
Simple, fresh, and perfect for you Brussels Sprout lovers! Today I bring you a powerhouse of a salad. We are leaving behind the traditional romaine for hearty and nutrient rich Brussels Sprouts. Then we’re tossing it with a nice creamy dressing, and topping it with some toasted up croutons. Yum. An easy spin on a…
Read MoreCaeser Salad Dressing (vegan)
So much creaminess. So much flavor. So much joy. This Caesar salad dressing is packed with plant based nutrients. Instead of egg yolk and cheese, this dressing gets it’s creaminess from cashews, and flavor from fresh lemon, garlic, capers and mustard. This is so simple. Ready? Place everything in the blender, then blend, blend, blend! It gets even thicker as…
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