Apricot energy balls are made with simple ingredients and just sweetened with dried fruit. It only takes about 15 minutes to make these sweet and scrumptious snack bites. I store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They’ll keep for at least a week and you’ll have a sweet treat ready to go when…
Curry chickpea salad is an easy and flavorful spread. You can use it to top crackers or turn it into a sandwich for a filling lunch. It can be made in advance so it works great for meal prepping. Use either vegan mayo or vegan sour cream to make it creamy, curry powder for lots…
What’s Nice Cream? Nice cream is like ice cream, but made from fruit and doesn’t contain dairy. It’s most commonly made with frozen bananas because they get all creamy when they’re blended. To make this banana ice cream extra special here’s a recipe for chocolate peanut butter nice cream, a classic combination. How to Make…
Healthy berry salad with a cinnamon apple juice dressing, and a little bit of fresh mint to brighten up this summer fruit salad. Simple to make, but loaded with flavor! It’s a great side dish or a healthy dessert. I have another fruit salad recipe that I’ve been making for probably over a decade that’s…
Fresh strawberry avocado salad on mixed greens with toasted pecans, thinly sliced red onions with a drizzle of strawberry vinaigrette. With this summer salad, we are going to keep it light and simple for these hot days. The pecans will add a nice crunch, the avocado adds some creaminess, and the red onions add a…
Simple, refreshing, and oil-free strawberry balsamic vinaigrette. It’s tangy, sweet, and perfect for spring or early summer on a bed of greens. Summer is approaching and a lighter vinaigrette sounds delightful on salads this time of the year. It’s also a great alternative to use up those strawberries from berry picking. Not that I ever…
Creamy vegan roasted red pepper pasta for an easy, flavorful, dairy-free dinner. I personally love roasting red peppers at home, it’s super-easy, cheaper, and I think they taste better. Maybe I just haven’t found the right jar of peppers yet. I have another post that might be helpful, it has step by step instructions on…
This easy chickpea vegetable rice bowl is ready in 45 minutes for an easy weeknight dinner. The only reason it takes so long is that the brown rice takes some time to cook. Everything else can be prepped while you’re waiting for the rice to finish cooking. The dish is loaded with veggies, my Chipotle…
These treats are sweetened with ripe bananas and maple syrup for a delightful soft banana nut oatmeal cookie. They’re made with just a few simple ingredients making them perfect for a snack or a lightly sweetened dessert. How to Make Banana Nut Oatmeal Cookies In a large bowl mash up two very ripe (spotted)…
These quick-pickled radishes are easy to make using a vinegar brine. Instead of fermenting, we will use equal parts of water and vinegar for that tangy pickle flavor. The flavors can be changed to your preferences by adding: sliced jalapeños, peppercorns, mustard seeds, peeled whole cloves of garlic, or maybe coriander with pickled carrots. The…
Pico de Gallo is a raw Mexican salsa that goes great on so many dishes. It adds a nice freshness and a boost of flavor to tacos, taquitos, and lots of other dishes. It’s made with a few simple ingredients: tomatoes, white onion, chili, fresh cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Tips for Making Pico…
Homemade, oven-baked, oil-free refried bean taquitos! They’re like little rolled up tacos that can be filled with whatever your heart desires. Spoon on your favorite topping for an easy meal or use them as an appetizer and dip into salsa, sour cream, cashew lime crema, or guacamole. How to Make Refried Bean Taquitos Make the…
Simple, healthy, and oil-free refried beans. Eat them as they are, dress them up with optional add-ins, or use them in your favorite southwest or Mexican-food dish. They’re quick, easy to make, and ready in 30 minutes. Tips for Making Refried Beans Remove the seeds and white ribs from the jalapeño to make it not…
This is an easy southwest one-pot pasta dish that’s perfect for a weeknight meal. Sometimes we just need a satisfying, filling, and super quick dinner idea. So, I came up with this easy one-pot meal that takes only 20 minutes. It’s a healthy, fuss-free dinner made with pantry-stable items (plus frozen spinach). It’s quick,…
Fluffy, vegan, oil-free carrot cake muffins, with raisins for a little tang and walnuts for some crunch! Add cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg to these delightful homemade treats for more flavor. They work great for breakfast, snacks, or a not so super-sweet dessert. They even freeze well so you can save them for later. How…
Quick, easy, flavor-packed chickpea curry that comes together in less than 40 minutes. It’s full of veggies, a little spicy from the red chili, creamy from the coconut milk, and packed with flavor from the spices and fresh cilantro. How to Sauté Vegetables Oil-Free I sauté my vegetables oil-free by starting with a hot…