A fantastic alternative to lasagna – great for potlucks! 1 Tbsp oil 1 tsp cumin seed 1 onion, chopped 3-4 garlic cloves, minced 1-2 Tbsp minced hot pepper (any kind) 1 zucchini, chopped 1-2 yellow squash, chopped 1-2 cups shredded cabbage 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander 2 tsp chili powder 1 tspContinue reading “Veggie Mexican Lasagna”
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Acai Bites
Frosty Summer Treat 32 oz Greek Yogurt, plain 6 oz fresh raspberries 8 oz fresh blueberries 1/4 cup chia seeds 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup chopped nuts Line cookie sheet with wax paper. Spread yogurt over entire sheet and smooth to an even height. Blend berries, honey, and chia seeds. Swirl with nuts. Sprinkle evenlyContinue reading “Acai Bites”
Caribbean Grilled Chicken
2 lbs chicken breast 8 prunes 1/2 cup orange juice 2 Tbsp lime juice 3 Tbsp soy sauce 3-4 garlic cloves 1 tsp crushed red pepper 1 tsp allspice Put everything but chicken in a blender and run until smooth. Pound chicken to 1/2″ thickness. Place in shallow container with fitted lid. Pour sauce overContinue reading “Caribbean Grilled Chicken”
Broiled Tofu
Crispy outside, moist inside. Simple to make! 2 bricks extra firm tofu 1 Tbsp oil 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tsp sriracha or other hot sauce 1/2 tsp sesame oil Press tofu under heavy weight for at least 10 minutes. (I like to press it under the pan I’m about to cook it in.) DrainContinue reading “Broiled Tofu”
Stuffed Sweet Potato
Simply sweet and filling. A perfect lunch! I always keep some baked sweet potatoes* on hand (see my sweet potato hummus recipe to find out why!) Simply reheat, top with some cottage cheese (low fat or non-fat, your choice), sprinkle with nuts (toasted** or untoasted, your choice), and craisins. Packed with the perfect mix ofContinue reading “Stuffed Sweet Potato”
Amazing Vegan Chili
2 large cans of kidney beans, any kind 3 bay leaves 28 oz can diced tomatoes 16 oz frozen, chopped okra 6 oz tomato paste 2 Tbsp soy sauce 3 onions, chopped 4 carrots, diced 3 celery stalks, chopped 1/2 butternut squash, peeled and chopped 1 green pepper, chopped 1 red pepper, chopped 4 garlicContinue reading “Amazing Vegan Chili”
Sweet Potato Hummus
Sweet and lemony, packed with nutrients. 1 sweet potato 28 oz can chickpeas juice of 1 lemon 1/2 cup water 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 1/4 tsp paprika 1/4 cup olive oil Scrub sweet potato and prick with fork in multiple places. Bake at 400 for 1.5 hours until very soft. Cool, cut, andContinue reading “Sweet Potato Hummus”
Tofu Lentil Balls
An amazing meatball replacement, packed with flavor and nutrients. Makes a large batch so you can freeze some for later. 1.5 cups dried lentils 2 cakes extra firm tofu 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp oregano 1 tsp basil 1/2 tsp pepper 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper 1.5 tsp salt 1/4 cup soy sauce 8Continue reading “Tofu Lentil Balls”
Best Fish Tacos
Spray a large piece of foil with cooking oil. Place tilapia or other white fish on one side. Sprinkle with lime juice, salt and pepper. Spray again. Fold foil over fish, crimping tightly around edges. Grill 8 minutes per side. Then just assemble your tacos using the condiments below. A perfect meal at your fingertips!Continue reading “Best Fish Tacos”
Creamy Cilantro Sauce
A low-fat and super creamy dressing! 1 cup nonfat cottage cheese 2 cups fresh cilantro 1 garlic clove 1 jalapeno pepper, stemmed and seeded 1 Tbsp honey 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1 lime, juiced 1/4 c olive oil Place all in blender and run until smooth and creamy, scraping sides often. For thinnerContinue reading “Creamy Cilantro Sauce”
