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30 minute meal prep! This delicious meal is for my busy followers or those who love to batch cook! I created this meal prep so that it’s quick, can be easily followed, keeps well in the fridge or freezer and of course has lots of plant based protein! Let me know if you want more meal prep videos in the comments down below and how I can improve them. I just want to provide the best and most helpful content for you. Ingredients: Curry: 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves of garlic, chopped 4 tbsp curry powder 1 large can (28…

Make the most of strawberry season with this amazing strawberry mousse cake! It is jam packed with sweet-tart strawberries with a thick layer of rich strawberry mousse and strawberry compote on top. If you need a show-stopping dessert, this strawberry mousse cake is here for you, especially if you don’t like everything chocolate. This is a very vibrant and summery cake with berries added in 3 ways!! Fresh strawberries, strawberry compote, and a velvety strawberry mousse. Make my simple vanilla cake. Make some quick compote on a skillet. Blend up the mousse right in the blender! Layer, refrigerate, and slice!…

Behold! The Doritos Nacho Spice Savory Granola Bar! Don’t want sticky sweet snack, make this nutty seedy nacho cheesy crisp snack bars! They almost have the texture of shortbread crackers with lots of nacho cheesy flavor. Also Gluten-free I know, savory granola bars ? Like what! And Doritos Nachos spice! But believe me, they are deeelicious! Bet you never thought your fave savory snack could be a hearty Granola bar! They’re almost like a cracker, but they’re thick and have a lot of nuts and seeds and good stuff. They’re softer than just a nut and seed cracker which is usually…

As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Oat flour is so simple and easy to make. All your need is a food processor or coffee grinder, depending on how much you need, a few minutes of your time and….. you guessed it OATS. What is oat flour? Oat flour is flour made from finely ground oats. Many plant-based and gluten-free recipes call for oat flour as a main ingredient. Oats are naturally gluten-free, therefore the flour made from oats is naturally gluten-free. However, cross-contamination can occur in facilities that make regular flour that contains gluten. If you are…

These Grilled Pork Chops are perfect for summertime, but to be honest, you can whip them up all year long. The best part is that they’re always juicy on the inside and they form a perfectly seasoned crust on the outside. When it comes to serving, you can use them for everything from the main entree to a salad topper.  If you love a great Grilled Steak, you’ll love these juicy grilled pork chops. It’s a more affordable option than expensive cuts of beef and a great way to satisfy your BBQ cravings. This post may contain affiliate links. Read…

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I often get requests for soy free tofu alternatives, so here’s a recipe for red lentil tofu! It’s easy to make, budget friendly, and of course, delicious! You can season and cook this tofu however you want, so just imagine the possibilities! I love to air fry it. Let me know your thoughts in the comments section below! Will you try this? It’s definitely worth giving it a go. MY NEW EBOOK EASY VEGAN COMFORT MEALS 🍍 https://simnettnutrition.com/easy-vegan-comfort-meals/ FREE EASY VEGAN MEAL PLANNER 📝 https://simnettnutrition.com/easy-vegan-meal-planner/ SIMNETT NUTRITION MERCH 👕 https://simnettnutrition.com/shop/ Red lentil ‘tofu’ (Makes 2-4 servings, 45g Protein per batch)…

Easy creamy lasagna soup with a tomato-cream base is absolutely delicious and total comfort food. The lasagna sheets cook with the rest of the soup, so this is an easy, one-pan meal!  I make this thick and creamy lasagna soup in a saucepan, cooking the lasagna sheets together in a flavorful broth with flavors of garlic, mushroom, and Italian herbs. Once the lasagna sheets are al dente, mix in tomato puree and non-dairy sour cream. Then, top the whole thing with melty vegan cheese, veggie grounds or lentils, and basil and broil it to melt the cheese and cook the…

Don’t you love baked oatmeal? It’s so hearty and versatile! You can make it sweet or savory using whatever ingredients you have in your kitchen, but did you know that it also makes a great holiday gift? This baked oatmeal mix is a mason jar gift that’s a perfect stocking stuffer, coworker gift, hostess gift, etc. There are so many different baked oats options on the blog. I have sweet options like Snickers baked oatmeal, banana bread baked oatmeal, pumpkin baked oatmeal, and apple pie baked oatmeal. There are also savory baked oatmeal recipes, like the pizza oatmeal bake and…

What season is it? You guessed correctly….. the season for farmer’s markets. This means a large variety of local irresistible fresh produce and fruits such as blueberries. Did you know that July is National Blueberry Month? It is also the time when you start to see growth in your gardens. These hearty leafy greens called Collard Greens are great sources of beta-carotene, folate, Vitamin K, and calcium. Yes, you read correctly. Collard greens do contain calcium which is a mineral. You may have heard that a cup of dairy milk is the only way to get calcium. Well, here is…

Honey-Lime Peach Salsa- Simple to make and bursting with summer flavor, this fruit salsa is the perfect side to serve at BBQ’s and picnics! How do we all feel about fruit salsa? I know it might sound a little weird to some but you can’t knock it until you try it! Especially when ripe juicy peaches, crunchy sweet corn and fresh basil is involved. My goodness it’s one heck of a combination. It’s also ridiculously easy to make. We’re talking 20 minutes and it’s ready to go. Perfect to whip up for your next summer picnic or BBQ. Peach Salsa…

Vegan Chocolate Protein Ice Cream- made with just 5-ingredients in the Ninja Creami, no one would ever guess this ice cream is dairy-free and packed with protein! (naturally sweetened + nut-free) After seeing so many magical ice cream creations with the Ninja Creami, I decided to finally break down and purchase one myself. Because finding high-protein ice cream that’s dairy-free in the freezer section isn’t exactly a thing. I had to see what this Ninja Creami business was all about! Now that I have more than 50 batches of homemade vegan protein ice cream under my belt, I can attest…

Chimichurri Chicken is chicken that is marinated in homemade Chimichurri Sauce then grilled (or sauteed) and topped with more of that vibrant fresh Argentinian Chimichurri. Chimichurri sauce is not only an amazing topping for Steak, Grilled Pork, and protein, but it’s an incredible marinade. It is vibrant, healthy, packed with flavor, and doesn’t require lengthy marinating for tender, tasty chicken. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Chimichurri Chicken Recipe Chimichurri sauce is a simple way to upgrade your chicken and make dinner exciting. You can sautee this on a skillet or put it on the grill…

This homemade Zucchini Bread is loaded with zucchini and it’s delicious any time of day. It’s perfectly soft and sweet with a cozy hint of cinnamon. This bread is so tasty when served warm from the oven but it also stays moist and tender for days. Our Banana Bread recipe has become a favorite for many of our readers and I think you will love this one just as much. This tried and true recipe is the best zucchini bread recipe out there. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Best Zucchini Bread Recipe If your garden…

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Want to know how to make SUPER CREAMY AND THICK VEGAN YOGURT in the Instant Pot? I’ll show you! This amazing 3-ingredient vegan yogurt is super easy to make in the Instant Pot. It’s made with simple, easy to find plant-based ingredients, with real probiotics and no additional thickeners (no cornstarch, no arrowroot powder, etc.). Besides, this soy free, coconut free vegan Instant Pot yogurt is much cheaper than store-bought – only about 32 cents per 1/2 cup serving. Enjoy this delicious and healthy homemade non-dairy yogurt with no added sugar! ➡️ Find this recipe on my blog: https://bit.ly/IP-vegan-yogurt ➡️…

South Indian Crispy cauliflower pepper fry stars cauliflower covered in a flavor-packed peppery batter, that is baked and tossed in a delicious onion curry leaf chili sauce with even more black pepper! It’s an amazing appetizer or side dish, and I have tips for how to make it a meal, too! Gluten-free Soyfree nutfree This is another pepper fry from South Indian cuisine. It’s a simple veggie pepper fry recipe with cauliflower. We are making the dry version of this, which you serve as an appetizer, like my potato pepper fry. Usually, the cauliflower is deep fried and then tossed…

Rava idli waffles(semolina waffles) are a fun spin on a South Indian savory steamed idli cake. It has a lovely, delicate texture and is seasoned with whole spices, ginger, chili, and cilantro. It’s an amazing savory breakfast served with chutney, Indian pickles, or sambar(split pea stew) Rava idli is a steamed idli cake made with semolina. You just mix the batter, steam it after 10-15 minutes, and serve it with other Indian dishes.  I used a similar batter and made it into waffles or pancakes. What I love about this recipe is that it’s so flexible! You can swap spices…

Oven-roasted garlic fills your kitchen with the most intoxicating, mouth-watering, and delicious aroma. This is a pretty simple and straightforward recipe. Your oven will be doing most of the work and you only need three ingredients. Olive Oil – You can easily substitute for coconut oil. Sea Salt – I prefer to use sea salt in all of my cooking. Garlic – Of course, you cannot make roasted garlic without garlic. Whole bulbs work the best. One of my methods for roasted garlic with foil is to first wrap my bulbs in parchment paper and then wrap them in foil.…

Strawberry Kale Salad with Tempeh Bacon- massaged in a balsamic vinaigrette, this nutritious salad is bursting with texture and flavor! (vegan + gluten-free) Strawberry season might not last long in Georgia but when it finally arrives I AM HERE FOR IT. The local berries are so perfectly sweet, I could eat an entire pint in one sitting. Actually I was worried that we wouldn’t have access to them this year with the farmers market being shut down but we’ve been able to support our local farmers through online ordering which has been amazing. Of course devouring strawberries on their own…

Honey Almond Holiday Snack Mix- coated with a simple blend of melted honey and almond butter, this snack mix is the perfect combination of salty, sweet and crunchy. It’s super addicting, easy to make and perfect for the holidays! (vegan + GF option) Is anyone else in shock that we’re only one week away from Christmas already? I was hoping to have another cookie recipe for you but unfortunately I need more time to perfect it. Story of my life trying to squeeze in recipe testing while caring for a toddler full-time. I’m perpetually behind. In the meantime, if you’re…

Green Goddess Protein Pasta- packed with healthy greens and fresh herbs, this dairy-free pasta has 21 grams of protein per serving! (vegan + gluten-free) If you struggle to get your greens in and love eating pasta then this Green Goddess Protein Pasta recipe is for you! This pasta comes together in just 30-minutes making it perfect for an easy weeknight meal. You can customize it to your liking, using up whatever fresh herbs you have on hand. Its light, yet filling thanks to all of the protein and fiber, and holds up well for leftovers too. Green Goddess Protein Pasta…

These Blistered Shishito Peppers are a restaurant-style appetizer you can easily make at home. And don’t skip that dipping sauce. It makes these blistered shishito peppers feel fancy even though they’re super simple. We love homemade appetizers, from Crispy Fried Zucchini to Shrimp Cocktail. If you’re a fan of easy finger foods too, then this Blistered Shishito Peppers recipe is a must-try. Watch the video tutorial and you will be craving them. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Blistered Shishito Peppers Recipe Blistered shishito peppers used to be a specialty dish found in Japanese restaurants, but suddenly…

This is the only French Toast recipe you’ll need and you can use whatever bread you prefer. Serve with maple syrup and your favorite toppings for the perfect weekend breakfast. Watch the video tutorial and learn our tips for making the best French Toast that is perfectly cooked and never soggy. You’ll love step 5 which is perfect for feeding a crowd! This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Did you know French Toast isn’t really French? It originated in Rome and was invented as a way to re-purpose stale or leftover bread. It’s still a pretty…