Last night for dinner, I wanted to make some pasta and “meat”balls. Obviously I don’t eat meat, so I needed to come up with something that could be a great substitute. I always wanted this ball to be something my meat eating husband could enjoy. He’s really great about trying things I make, so I… Continue reading Mushroom + Black-bean Vegan “Meat”balls
Okay so this salad may be more of a fall specialty with the cinnamon maple chickpeas and butternut squash, but it can be enjoyed any time. This is so delicious! Along with the chickpeas, there is avocado, pomegranate seeds, spinach leaves, apple and roasted butternut squash. I mean, this is already making me wish for cooler… Continue reading Roasted Maple Chickpea Salad – Vegan & Gluten Free!
I worked out for two hours outside in the humidity. I went for an hour hike, then had an hour long outdoor yoga class. It’s been pretty hot here, so I worked up quite a sweat, and an appetite! I needed some fuel, so I wanted a nice big, filling salad for lunch. This salad… Continue reading Fresh Veggie Chickpea Salad
I originally had the blog titled “Tofu Fingers” and thought that sounded really weird, haha! These are shaped more like little nuggets, so it works! I made some delicious Tofu Nugget things that could be a great meat-less alternative to chicken fingers! They are so delicious. The marinade alone is my favoriteeee!!! I completely just… Continue reading Tofu Nuggets (Vegan & Gluten-Free)
I’ve been experimenting with different ways to make a breaded tofu. Something with a crispy coating, and juicy inside. And, something that is not only vegan, but gluten free as well! I played around with different breadcrumbs and different ways to prepare it. Adding in nutritional yeast not only adds in some extra nutrients, but it… Continue reading Gluten Free Crispy Breaded Tofu
I made this recipe weeks ago, I shared a photo of my result on Instagram I had promised I’d share the recipe, and I just realized that I never did! Oi! I’m so sorry I completely forgot to! I honestly had only taken one photo anyways, with my phone none-the-less. I made it again last… Continue reading BBQ Tofu
So, I had never tried a Plantain before until about two years ago. I went to visit a friend of mine in Miami, Florida and she took me out to eat at this great Cuban place. I ordered a dish that came with rice, plantains and black beans. I don’t know why, but I was… Continue reading Cilantro Lime Plantain Bowl
Happy Monday! I know, who says that? As a photographer, I work a lot on the weekends. Mondays are still tough as I usually have piles of emails to answer, and editing to start. I somehow manage to squeeze in some cooking up new recipes ideas! Mondays usually require extra extra coffee! Good news though, I… Continue reading Roasted Chickpea & Sweet Potato Salad
For lunch today, I was in the mood for a burrito. These are so easy to make, especially vegan! I picked up some new gluten free tortillas to try, so I figured today was a good day to give them a whirl. If you’ve been following my blog for a while, you know sweet potatoes… Continue reading Zesty Lime Sweet Potato Burrito
Hello everyone! First, I am so sorry I haven’t posted any new recipes in a while. This is my busy time of year for my photography business, and I just got back from a much needed vacation! I have lots of recipes coming your way, so be on the lookout and be sure to subscribe… Continue reading Raw Vegan Pasta Sauce
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