If you’re looking for a vibrant, nutrient-packed salad that comes together quickly and pleases everyone at the table, this Easy Broccoli Salad is for you. It’s full of crunchy veggies, sweet fruit, and a creamy, tangy dressing — all without any nuts, oil or dairy. Perfect as a side dish for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight…
Vegetables
Vegan Creamy Tuscan Tomato Soup / Oil Free
This Creamy Tuscan Tomato Soup is a warm, comforting bowl of goodness—rich, flavorful, and packed with plant-based nutrition. Unlike traditional tomato soups that rely on dairy for creaminess, this recipe gets its velvety texture from blended cannellini beans, which also add a boost of protein and fiber to keep you full and satisfied. The deep,…
Zesty Cauliflower Potato Corn Soup
This vibrant and flavorful Zesty Cauliflower Potato Corn Soup is a wholesome bowl of comfort with a spicy twist! Made with cauliflower, hearty potatoes, sweet corn, tender carrots, beans, red lentils and fresh zucchini, it’s infused with the warmth of smoked paprika and a kick of chipotle chili powder. The addition of almond milk creates…
Potato Leek Soup, The Ultimate Cozy Fall Favorite
Cozy and Nutritious Potato Leek Soup: A Whole Food, Plant-Based Favorite. As the air turns crisp, there’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of comforting soup to nourish and soothe. This Potato Leek Soup is one of my favorite fall-winter recipes, combining seasonal ingredients, rich flavors, and simple preparation for a perfectly cozy dish. Made…
Vegan Penne Pasta Bake
This hearty and nutritious dish brings together penne pasta, a savory blend of vegetables, lentils, and marinara sauce, making it perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It’s also an ideal go-to recipe for potlucks and effortless entertaining. This is a vegan adaptation of a pasta dish I used to make before embracing a…
Vegan Cinco de Mayo Recipe Round Up!
Indulge in a culinary fiesta with these 25 mouthwatering, vegan Mexican recipes that are as easy to make as they are delicious. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or entertaining guests, these classics are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Start your feast with vibrant appetizers like crisp jicama slices drizzled with zesty lime juice, creamy…
Quinoa Minestrone Soup
Minestrone, a hearty soup hailing from Italy, boasts a rich history rooted in rustic culinary traditions. Crafted from a base of aromatic mirepoix—celery, onion, and carrots—this soup unfolds with a medley of seasonal vegetables, often embracing a vibrant array of beans and tomatoes. My own gluten free rendition diverges from the classic minestrone blueprint yet…
Walmart Shopping Haul – Plant Based
We have a large variety of grocery shopping options in California. However, we know that is not true for those of you who live in other states. There does seem to be a lot of Walmart Super Centers across the country. We recently received some requests to do a grocery shopping trip to Walmart. We…
Winter Squash – Butternut, Acorn and Kabocha
Winter Squash finds it way to my table on a regular basis. This versatile starchy vegetable lends itself to savory or sweet additions. Add it to soup, nourish bowls, tacos, chopped salads, or a pasta dish. If your prefer to keep it simple simply steam or oven roast slices of squash for a filling side dish. Enjoy…
Instant Pot Corn On The Cob
The easiest and most efficient way to cook corn on the cob. You will have perfectly cooked, tender, moist flavorful corn on the cob. Just set it and forget it! This cooking method does not heat up your kitchen, no boilng a big pot of water on the stove. I love it! Use the wire…