Sometimes I enjoy a good meatless meal. With my background as a vegan/vegetarian chef, I love making meals like this because they’re chock full of nutrients, but also naturally delicious. These tacos would also be great served as an appetizer! If you want them to be completely vegan, simply make a cashew sour cream using … Roasted Sweet Potato, Avocado and Caramelized Onion Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Crema
I love comfort food (who doesn’t?), so I like to create dishes that are satisfying AND have nutritional benefits. This mac and cheese is so yummy and cheesy, you won’t even realize you’re eating leafy greens! 1. Preheat oven to 375. 2. Place squash in a large saucepan and add chicken broth, milk and garlic … Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese with Kale and Tomatoes
If you love the farmer’s market like I do, you know this is a great time to stock up on sweet corn. The taste doesn’t even compare to the canned stuff and it adds a pop of freshness to any summer meal. This flatbread is perfect served as an appetizer or at dinner with a … Roasted Beet and Sweet Corn Flatbread with Pistachio Pesto
Kohlrabi is in the cabbage family, but is slightly milder and sweeter. They seem somewhat scary at first glace, but they’re actually really simple to peel (just look at my pictures below). These fritters are great to serve with brunch or as a fun summer appetizer! 1. Preheat oven to 375. Coat a baking sheet … Kohlrabi and Zucchini Fritters with Feta Yogurt
I look forward to cherry season every year because I know they’re “pure Michigan” grown and absolutely delicious. While great on their own as a snack, I love adding them to salads, salsas and desserts. I recently started growing some mint in my yard and knew it would add a perfect pop of freshness to … Wheatberry Salad with Cherries, Pistachios and Mint
Asparagus is one veggie I absolutely love, but it can be pretty pricey when it’s not in season. So this is the time to stock up and enjoy it! I enjoy it sauteed, roasted, pickled, you name it. In this recipe, the roasted asparagus adds a wonderful nutty flavor to balance out the sweet goat … Roasted Asparagus and Goat Cheese Mini Frittatas
I’ve been cooking lots of appetizers lately and with summer right around the corner, I know the demand for them will only grow. These egg rolls taste like a jalapeno popper, but with a delicious, crunchy crust. The creamy avocado dip helps to cool down the spiciness and adds a nice citrus flavor. This recipe … Cheesy Jalapeno and Corn Baked Egg Rolls with Avocado Yogurt Dip
This may look like “health food”, but it’s actually the perfect way to get a boatload of veggies and protein without sacrificing flavor. This salad provides a great crunch and holds up well in the fridge so you can enjoy it throughout the week (by itself, or with grilled chicken or fish). And once the … Chopped Broccoli Salad with Creamy Lemon Dressing
Butternut squash is one of my absolute favorite fall vegetables. It’s sweet flavor pairs perfectly in this dish with the spicy green chiles. And while these enchiladas are vegetarian, I don’t think for one second you’ll be missing the meat. If you have any leftovers, these are wonderful reheated the next day as well. 1. … Green Chile Butternut Squash Enchiladas
If you grew up in Michigan, you know this cold, rainy weather was bound to get here at some point (boo). But warm soups and stews really help to brighten the day – and who doesn’t love an excuse to eat comfort food? In this case, this comforting meal is actually good for you, too! … Red Wine Braised Lentils with Creamy Yukon Gold Puree
