We love to incorporate at least a few plant-based meals into our weekly menu. Delicious and filling, this eggplant and chickpea curry is full of flavor and chock-full of health benefits. If you have any leftovers, it also makes a great lunch to enjoy hot or cold. 2. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of … Roasted Eggplant and Chickpea Curry
The farmers market this morning was bustling with ears of sweet corn! We are now getting into the peak summer produce season so it’s time to stock up. This delicious blend of sweet corn, peppers, onions and black beans is a great side dish for any grilled meats or seafood. For a fun vegetarian rice … Mexican Sweet Corn Saute
Signs of spring have been popping up everywhere and it feels good to know warmth is on the horizon! We are about to get into asparagus season and I love using it in a variety of ways – roasted, grilled, steamed, you name it. In this case I stir-fried it with snap peas and carrots … Spring Veggie Stir-Fry with Crispy Tofu
Roasted red peppers pack so much flavor and provide a beautiful color for spreads and sauces. These ciabatta toasts soak up the garlicky red pepper sauce and the basil provides the perfect amount of freshness. Serve these as an appetizer or light lunch with a side of leafy greens. If you want to add another … Roasted Red Pepper Ciabatta Toasts
Beets have always been one of my favorite veggies – I love the earthy flavor! This dish is a fun way to enjoy your veggies – beets, avocado and cucumber are combined with a soy and rice vinegar sauce and topped with sesame seeds, lime zest and peanuts. Delicious over cold rice or salad greens! … Beet Poke Bowl
My past experience with vegan baking still has me using some of those techniques in my everyday cooking. These cookies have no butter or eggs, yet they have great texture and mouthfeel. Another bonus to this recipe is you can stir all of the ingredients together in one bowl for easy clean-up. I added walnuts … Coconut Oil Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
This meal is just one of many examples of how plant-based meals can be absolutely delicious and filling. The flavors of the BBQ tofu, spiced roasted veggies, creamy black beans, hearty brown rice and fresh lime meld perfectly together. You can make this recipe using a variety of vegetables or beans (use what you have … BBQ Tofu and Veggie Rice Bowls
Having breakfast pre-prepped can make your mornings go so much smoother. This chia seed pudding is full of omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, making it a great meal to keep you full until lunch time. These are also a beautiful addition to any brunch buffet! Feel free to switch up the types of fruit depending … Strawberry Kiwi Chia Seed Pudding Parfaits
Walnuts are one of my favorite ingredients to add to plant-based dishes because they add a nice meaty texture. In this dish they are paired with colorful veggies and coated in a spicy citrus sauce. This stir-fry makes a great make-ahead lunch or dinner to enjoy throughout the week. Serve this over rice or rice … Broccoli Walnut Stir-Fry
Fresh garden tomatoes are wonderful this time of year – so sweet and juicy! One of my coworkers gave me some tomato and pepper plants a few months back and now they are finally ready to enjoy. Feel free to mix up the veggies based on what you have growing in your garden! Use this … Fresh Garden Salsa
