Nana’s Spanish Rice recipe – a super easy, one pan / one pot side dish that takes only minutes to throw together. No need to pre-cook the rice! Naturally vegan and gluten-free. Before I became a foodie, I had a really hard time eating out at restaurants – especially other cuisines. I was afraid to …
One-pot Spring Vegetable Gnocchi with asparagus, peas and herbs, ready in 15 minutes! Option to add a touch of parmesan cheese or leave off to keep it dairy-free! A delicious and fresh tasting pasta dish that’s not too heavy, and loaded with veggies. It’s time for spring produce! Today is one of the first days …
Chili White Button Mushrooms – sliced mushrooms caramelized in garlic and olive oil, topped with chili flakes and parsley. A deliciously easy, spicy and unexpected veggie side dish!
Oven-baked, foil-wrapped, ham-less Swiss Cheese Hot Slider Sandwiches! An easy vegetarian alternative for simple party food. The poppyseed, butter and onion sauce is the key! Great for tailgating, parties or other gatherings.
Spaghetti Squash with sautéed mushrooms, tomato and onion. A low-carb, gluten-free and vegan meal full of vegetables and flavor. Only 5 main ingredients, plus seasoning! Once I learned –> the trick <– to getting long, actual spaghetti-like strands from spaghetti squash, I’m always on the look out for new ways to eat it. We’ve made …
Lemony Brussels Sprouts are a wonderfully citrusy vegetable side dish. Serve on top of salads or with a meal for a fresh lemon pop of flavor! Naturally vegan and gluten-free. We are finding ourselves towards the (apparent) end of Brussels Sprouts season – it’s beginning of APRIL. How did that happen?! But someone needs to …
General Tso’s Tofu recipe from the Chloe Flavor Cookbook – serve with rice or quinoa, top with sesame seeds and you have yourself a delicious vegan, gluten-free meal!
Easter is right around the corner, and whether or not you celebrate the holiday I always see it as a great opportunity for BRUNCH. As an Amazon affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases. Need vegetarian Easter recipe ideas for your family gathering? You’re in the right place. I always think of lots of hard boiled …
A citrusy and tasty vegetable side dish – Stir-fried Lemon Sesame Sugar Snap Peas! Serve with a meal as a side, eat alone for a sweet tangy snack, or add to pasta and salads. Naturally vegan and gluten-free. Ever had sugar snap peas? This spring-time vegetable can be eaten whole, pod included (unlike say, edamame) …
Top Vegetarian (and Vegan!) Food Recommendations in Los Angeles Recently I visited Los Angeles for a conference and was able to explore the town for a few days. I mostly split by time between downtown LA and Hollywood, so here are my favorite vegan and vegetarian restaurants in those neighborhoods! Downtown Los Angeles Ramen Hood …
Irish Pub Potato Nachos topped with cheddar cheese and all your favorite toppings. For celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or any day with a twist on this gluten-free appetizer staple! These nachos are not really technically or traditionally Irish, but I have seen versions of these available as an appetizer at some Irish pub. Sometimes I’ve …
This smashed avocado and chickpea salad is an easy vegan recipe to throw together for a healthy lunch or dinner with only 5 main ingredients (plus bread if you want to make it a sandwich). Also a great alternative to plain avocado toast! YOU GUYS. If you like chickpeas and avocado, you’re going to love …
Sweet Chili Cream Cheese Dip. A super easy, 4 ingredient cheese ball appetizer that is perfect for a party snack or shareable dip. Sweet and spicy and delicious! One of my favorite Trader Joe’s items is their sweet chili sauce. Have you tried it? It’s the perfect balance of sweet with something spicy (like jalapeno’s). …
Make your own homemade Kaiser Rolls! A crusty roll perfect for overstuffed sandwiches or dipping into soup or butter. Includes multiple ways to shape the rolls to achieve the star/crown design. Kaiser Rolls (also known as Emperor Rolls or Vienna Rolls) have multiple versions of the recipe on the interwebs. Originally they were apparently made …
Spinach Baked Ziti Recipe – A meatless pasta casserole with greens that is sure to be a family favorite! Adapted from my grandma’s baked ziti recipe and scaled down to 4 (generous) servings. If you’ve followed the blog a while, you have probably heard me mention grandma’s baked ziti once or twice. That used to …
The easiest little no-bake heart shaped chocolate pomegranate candy bites, with three options for mixing up the flavors. Vegan friendly, gluten free, delicious and perfect for your Valentine. YOU GUYS. I made these 5 different ways and I couldn’t settle on just one way to share them with you, so I’m sharing them all! The …
How to make your own homemade sweet pickle relish. After a bit of marinating time you’ll have a super easy, tasty and customizable relish topping for sandwiches, deviled eggs and more! Recently I was at the store buying sweet pickle relish for a special recipe (coming soon!) and realized most of the options available were …
Quick and easy pita pizza recipe that you can make in the oven, microwave, or even on the grill! Fast lunch or dinner option that is completely customizable and faster than delivery. BACK with another quick and easy snack or light meal option for one. Or two. Make as many as you want. Like many …
Arugula (or spinach) and artichoke brie dip, made in a cast iron skillet. A delicious and unique appetizer! Who loves brie cheese? {raising hand} I almost always have a wheel of brie in my fridge. You know – in case of emergencies. I’ve long had on my list to try a brie dip of some …
A vegetarian breakfast pita wrap that can be made in 5 minutes and is full of protein, fiber and flavor. A hot, quick breakfast idea that can be made even on busy mornings! Can I be honest? This wasn’t even a planned post. I made this because I was STARVING and needing something QUICK. Therefore …