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Roasted Delicata Squash Salad with Tahini Dressing

Entrees, Favorites, Recipe, SnacksFebruary 23, 2018

Here’s a healthy and satisfying salad that is easy to prepare. The full flavor and natural sweetness of the delicata squash compliment the tangy-ness of the tahini dressing. Think sweet and savory, YUM! So delicious, I promise you’ll make it more than once. Ingredients 8 cups young spinach 1-2 tablespoons dairy-free ricotta “cheese” (I…

No Bake Energy Bites

Dessert, Favorites, Kid-Friendly, SnacksFebruary 14, 2018

These energy bites are gluten-free, easy to make, full of protein, and perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert! Here's how you can make them at home. Ingredients 1 cup dry gluten-free quick cooking oats 2/3 cup toasted coconut flakes ½ cup almond butter (peanut butter works too) ½ cup chia seeds ½ cup dairy-free…

Swiss Chard and Sweet Potato Black Bean Soup

Entrees, Favorites, Recipe, SnacksJanuary 31, 2018

I left a nice pot of Black Bean Soup for Joe before leaving town this weekend. It comes together quickly thanks to canned beans and frozen sweet potatoes but the taste is fresh and delicious and works well as a light meal or side dish. Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 2…

Gluten-Free, Baked Falafel Bowls

Entrees, Favorites, Recipe, Snacks, UncategorizedJanuary 21, 2018

Last year, Joe and I traveled to Amsterdam to celebrate his 40th birthday. It was our first International trip without Carolina (thank you, Mom!). We spent 4 lovely days touring the city and enjoying great food. Late night we would stop at a local spot and order one falafel to share. It came on a warm whole wheat pita with lettuce, tomato, and lots…

Cauliflower “Risotto” with Mushrooms

Entrees, Favorites, UncategorizedJanuary 21, 2018

I often crave the creamy and gooey texture of risotto but I don't crave the unhealthy calories and fat that come with it. This past weekend I came across a recipe for vegan mushroom risotto using nutritional yeast as the substitute for Parmesan cheese and thought to give it a try. Typically, risotto takes more time than most dishes I make (or…

Mexican Tostadas with Cashew Sour Cream

Entrees, FavoritesJanuary 19, 2018

There's a Mexican restaurant close to our apartment that makes THE.BEST (!) tostadas. A tostada is just an open face hard shell taco loaded with grilled veggies, cheese, sour cream, and guacamole. It's so delicious but so high in calories - yikes! So, we decided to FLIP tostadas at home and this is how we did it. Oh, we…