Recipes

Pesto is one of those delicious sauces that may seem intimiating to make at home, but in reality, it is super easy. With the price …

I’ve been purchasing the black bean veggie burgers from Costco recently and decided, meh, I can do better. They are pretty pricey when you break …

This morning, as I was whipping up this deliciously fluffy vegan and gluten-free pancake recipe with my son, I decided that it might be fun …

Pesto pasta is one of my favorite dishes to enjoy and unfortunately when I go out to eat, I often cannot enjoy it since it …

One of my favorite dishes in the world happens to be Mujadra. The first time I had Mujadra was at Al-Ameer restaurant in Dearborn Michigan. …

Oven roasted Brussels sprouts delivered just in time for the holidays! I’ve been meaning to add this to the blog for sometime now, so here …

I’ve had chia pudding a handful of times, but nothing quite like this before. My motivation for creating this coconut chia pudding recipe was to …

Baba Ghanoush is one of those dishes that I have always bought and never taken the time to explore just how easy it actually is …

Guys! I’m so excited about this dairy-free “Gelato” recipe!! I’m lactose intolerant (sorry if that is TMI 🙄 ), but I love Gelato, ice cream, …

That’s right, I said it. My son does NOT need meat in his diet. In fact he is thriving on a balanced predominantly plant-based diet, …

The party is quickly approaching and you don’t know what you are serving yet! Don’t sweat – this 10 minute sweet and spicy vegan cheese …

 It was my husband’s birthday and come 11 am I still was not sure what I was going to make him for his “birthday cake”. …

Sundays are my day to make breakfast for the family (I love Sunday mornings!). This Sunday as I lay in bed to the sounds of …

My husband came home with a bunch of purple potatoes the other day. He was ambitious, but never got to making anything with them. In …

This creamy vegan protein shake recipe keeps me full for hours and tastes like a treat. The kale is well disguised (in case green things …

There’s a fine line between being obsessive about what you eat and losing weight the healthy way. I had an eating disorder so the line …

Someone recently asked me what my favorite dessert was. That’s not an easy question to answer as there are so many options! I thought long …

There’s something about Crock-Pot cooking in the fall and winter. It’s like peanut butter and chocolate- it just makes sense. The best thing about Crock-Pot …

The holidays are quickly approaching and you eat vegan, are trying to reduce your cholesterol or simply watching what you eat. What are you to …

Thanksgiving is around the corner and you haven’t thought about baking yet. Don’t sweat. This easy vegan pumpkin pie recipe is just that – easy! …

Green smoothie recipes vary by the person who is making them. Some contain protein powders, some just fresh fruits and leafy greens, while others include …

Who doesn’t love a good sweet potato casserole? It’s one of my holiday favorites! This vegan sweet potato and pumpkin casserole recipe is no exception. …

Fall is my favorite season of the year. The smell of freshly fallen leaves on the damp ground, light sweaters, blue jeans, riding boots and …

A vegan cheese sauce recipe that takes just 5 minutes to make and uses Daiya’s creamy dairy free cheeses. Oh yeah! This recipe is so …

by Samantha Turner I love making vegetarian stir fry recipes because they are quick, easy and require very little planning. Just choose your favorite type …

Whoa! Homemade lattice-top vegan blackberry pie? That sounds intimidating! Especially for someone who has never made a pie from scratch before! Guys, that someone is …

by Samantha Turner I love making this simple, nutritious and energizing power breakfast recipe as a way to get ready for the day ahead. Whether …

submitted by Jason C. Venckus CPT, HC Nothing is more important to an athlete, body builder or fitness enthusiast than their recovery. Without proper recovery, …

If you are like my family, when we hear the words “allergen-friendly and “dessert” in one sentence it sends a shiver down our spines. When …

This is hands down on of the best vegan chocolate dessert recipes that I have every made (and eaten). I originally wrote this for Valentine’s …

When you see a vegan dark chocolate mousse recipe it should not be regarded as flavorless or less indulgent than a traditional dairy-based chocolate mousse …

That’s my family in the picture above. We love to eat. But whoa! Thanksgiving is literally one day away and I just wrote my menu …

Suddenly it’s fall and my produce bin looks like it exploded with root vegetables, hearty greens, legumes and grains. What am I going to do …

What tastes phenomenal, is completely dairy and lactose free, cholesterol free and is perfect for any party? This 30 minute no-bake vegan cheesecake recipe! Don’t …

Not all ice cream is created equal. In fact, some forms of ice cream are naturally cholesterol and lactose free. That is, when you use …

Last night I wandered into the kitchen pondering what exactly to make for dinner. Eh, that loaded question we face each day that often leaves …

Making the perfect pie takes skill and precision. It also means following the rules of baking, which truly is a science. So who better to …

It’s mango and strawberry season peeps and I couldn’t be more excited! So head out to your local produce market and stock up. Both strawberries …

This protein shake recipe has 20 grams of complete protein! Keep reading to learn exactly how… I eat plant-based. This means I eat predominately all …

This past weekend, one of my dearest friends decided to host a dinner party for a group of her favorite  ladies. Though she is far …

When I first heard about scrambled tofu I was skeptical. I didn’t try it for the longest time. Then, while in LA dining at one …

Since the weather in Chicago is still cruddy, I figured it was a good time to share this simple cold buster smoothie recipe with spinach, …

Now, I didn’t want to leave you hanging without this amazing vegan shepherd’s pie recipe, since St. Patrick’s day is literally around the corner! So …

Did you know that guacamole is naturally plant-based? Phew! I don’t know about you, but guacamole is definitely in my top 2 favorite things to …

Quinoa may have had its day, but I am still a fan. As a matter of fact I eat quinoa quite often. It is so …

You just have to try this vitamin packed apple mango chia smoothie recipe! It is quick, easy to make, tasty and extremely nutrient dense. It’s …

Lobster rolls are sweeping the nation. They are creamy, tasty and definitely trendy. I am the first to admit that replacing the succulent flavor that …

As Americans, we are constantly on the go. Whether it be your job, kids or whatever it is that sucks up your time. Sometimes planning …

Get your mind out of the gutter people! These balls are edible, sweet, decadent and full of rich dark chocolate with a “cookie ganache” center. …

Who would have thought that kale paired with creamy peanut butter & jelly could taste so good? When I say jelly, I mean strawberries and …

I made this creamy, vegan, spinach and artichoke dip for a cooking demonstration I did at the 2013 San Francisco Green Festival. It was a …

I have a new found love for smoothies! And I have a confession to make. There was a period in my life when I ate …

Cheesy garlic bread recipe on a plant-based website, what? That’s right. This is actually a cheesy, cheese-less garlic bread recipe that is so good you …

Why not take a three minute investment for your health this morning? Now, you can have your chia and eat (well drink) it too. This …

If you know me, you know that I love whipped cream. Some could even say I’m addicted to it. Whipped cream was one of the …

So you want your greens to taste good? Welcome to the club! This green smoothie recipe not only tastes amazing but it is simple to …

You just have to try this easy Crock-Pot vegetarian chili recipe. It will take no longer than 15 minutes to prep and you can let …

This past week I whipped up the best green smoothie I have ever tasted and I just have to share it with you! You do …