Posts Tagged ‘quick’
Quinoa and Black Bean Stew
It’s the perfect fuss-free weekday dinner, but it’s still impressive enough to serve at a casual dinner party. There are a million versions of quinoa soup, but this incarnation is definitely the crème de la crème. It’s spicy and comforting, and squeezing a little lime juice on top right before serving gives it some zip…
Read MoreAlmond Veggie Burgers (vegan)
I salivate over raw chocolate fudge and dream of kale salads but get excited about burgers? Not likely. That is until I tried this little beauty. It’s tough to describe the unique flavor profile, but you’re going to want to experience this je ne sais quoi for yourselves. Trust me. Each bite oozes healthy, tasty,…
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…
Read MoreSpinach & Artichoke Dip (dairy free)
This dip is pure perfection. I absolutely LOVE this recipe. I’m so excited to have found a healthy version of this dip that tastes like the real deal. It’s beyond me how these healthy ingredients come together to form the same flavor and texture without the cheese, mayo, cream cheese, sour cream or oil. I’m…
Read MoreSpinach and Zucchini Soup
Merry everything! Have you been busy decking the halls with plenty of rich meals, sweet desserts, and possibly alcohol? If so, chances are, you’re feeling ready for a major diet detox right about now. No candy! No more junk! No booze! Research shows that a sudden transition away from fatty and sugary foods can cause symptoms…
Read MoreHerbed Quinoa and Pomegranate Salad
After taking the first bite, I was blown away by this flavor-blasted quinoa dish. Fluffy quinoa is tossed with fresh herbs, crunchy almonds, chewy cranberries, and salty olives. The heavenly mixture is then tossed with lemony dressing and finished with all those juicy pomegranate arils. Top of the world. And don’t get me started on…
Read MoreFire Roasted Black Bean Burritos with Guacamole
These burritos are the ultimate satisfying cold-weather comfort food. Fire roasted tomatoes blend with hearty black beans and spices, packed in with basmati rice, and finished with fresh cilantro in this classic yet genius combo. Plus, these bad boys are actually good for you. It’s burrito heaven. The best part about as is that they’re…
Read MoreBrussels Sprout Salad With Quinoa, Cranberries & Walnuts
If you’re skeptical of the raw Brussels, don’t be! I probably could have eaten the entire bowl in one sitting. It has a little bit of everything you want in a salad – crunchy, chewy, sweet, tart, bitter, rich. Everything. It makes a delicious lunch as well as a fuss-free dinner but the best part…
Read MoreMaple Apple Granola
This granola is, in a word, delightful. Everyone knows granola is super delicious, but this one is off-the-charts amazing, and it’s ridiculously easy to pull-off. All you have to do is toss a mixture of oats, walnuts, flax seeds, and apples with some coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla and just the right amount of cinnamon…
Read MoreCurried Butternut Squash Soup with Lentils & Apples
This satisfying soup will make you glad it’s getting cold outside. When it comes to soups I can honestly say, I love winging it. I like to look into the refrigerator and cupboards and see what I have on-hand that can be whipped up into a delicious soup. Hello, fall vegetables, let’s see what you…
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