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This quick and easy Cilantro Lime Chicken recipe is perfectly seared on the outside and bursting with juices and flavor from the marinade on the inside. The chicken can be grilled, cooked in a skillet on the stovetop, or even baked, making it the perfect weeknight meal. It’s also packed with enough flavor to impress your dinner guests. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Why You’ll Love Cilantro Lime Chicken This Mexican-inspired chicken is the perfect recipe for summer cookouts. The cilantro lime chicken marinade has simple ingredients and takes under 5 minutes to prepare. You…
Vegan Sponge Cakes- made with simple pantry ingredients, these vegan sponge cakes come together in less than 30 minutes! (gluten-free option) I have a burning question for you…do you eat strawberry shortcake on a biscuit or sponge cake? Growing up in the south meant all I ever knew was strawberry shortcake served with sponge cake. Specifically the dessert shells you buy at Publix. They are like the perfect little vessel for a pile of ripe juicy strawberries topped with whipped cream. YUM. Unfortunately I am now the person who religiously reads ingredient labels and, holy cannoli, is there a lot…
Inspired by True Food Kitchen, this guacamole sneaks in edamame for a protein-packed dip that is loaded with flavor. I’m not usually one to dine at chain restaurants but True Food Kitchen is a chain I can actually get behind. I love that they focus on seasonal whole foods and feature a variety of plant-based options. Their miso glazed sweet potatoes will forever have my heart but a close second is their edamame guacamole. I’m a fiend for guacamole and the fact that you can eat copious amounts of it while also getting some protein, is simply genius. Bring on…
Mediterranean Couscous Salad- Made with fresh summer produce, this plant-based salad is light, satiating, and only takes 30 minutes to prepare! (vegan with gluten-free option) If you’re looking for a light and refreshing summer salad that will fill you up and store well in the fridge then look not further! This Mediterranean Couscous Salad is where it’s at. Packed with protein and plenty of micronutrients, I love prepping a big batch to eat for lunch for during the week. But it would also be great to serve for gatherings or take along for a picnic lunch. Mediterranean Couscous Ingredients Pearled…
Tostones are twice-fried green plantain sprinkled with sea salt—the perfect crispy, salty, tropical accompaniment to any dish. Tostones are twice-fried green plantain sprinkled with sea salt. This crispy, tropical, salty side dish is found in Caribbean and Latin American cuisines. Today, I am going to show you how to make it. For this recipe, you will need green plantains. You can find green plantains at your local supermarket or grocery store. I usually get mine from my local Mexican and Asian Grocery Stores. If you prefer sweet ripe plantains then try my “Fried Sweet Plantains” recipe here. Here is a…
Spinach and cheese Savory scones with Italian herbs and sun-dried tomato are crisp on the outside and buttery inside with no added oil! They’re the perfect addition to breakfast or brunch, side with soups and they make a great snack, too. These vegan savory scones with spinach and cheese are full of flavor from fresh herbs, sun-dried tomato, and green onion. They are absolutely delicious and perfect with gravy or spread with vegan butter. You can also make these a side with soups, bean stews, tofu scramble or really anything else you want to serve with it. They are crisp…
A creamy, spicy gochujang chickpea salad sandwich with spicy-sweet gochujang caramelized onions is a Korean-style twist on this lunchtime favorite! It’s hearty, satisfying, and packed with FLAVOR! Options for gluten-free , Nutfree , Soyfree I love cooking with gochujang, like in my gochujang bowl, peanut gochujang rice, gochujang cauliflower wings, gochujang lentils, and gochujang tofu sandwich. This gochujang chickpea salad is my most recent gochujang recipe. I’ve got a bunch of chickpea salad sandwiches on the blog, because there isn’t just one way to make a chickpea salad sandwich. You can add a lot of different spices, herbs, flavors, sauces,…
Vegetable bhuna is a rich, Indian curry with an amazing flavor. Read on for my tips to make the best Indian restaurant style vegetable curry! Tender crisp fenugreek roasted veggies folded in a creamy tomato curry finished with a cumin spiced oil – tadka. You can add your favorite veggies to make this your own! Bhuna is a spiced, Indian curry typically made with chicken or other meat in a creamy, spiced tomato-yogurt sauce. Bhuna means to-fry or to roast and for the sauce we fry the spices, then fry and caramelize the aromatics and continue adding more ingredients and…
Lemon blueberry scones are crisp on the outside, flaky inside and use No butter or oil! This one-bowl spring recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or snacking. Soyfree Nutfree Glutenfree option. Low fat option. These are super refreshing scones that come together in just one bowl. We use some chilled coconut cream to add the flaky texture. They are perfectly flaky without using any butter or oil, but if you want to add some, you can go ahead and add some to the dough, for extra buttery, extra flaky scones. To make these lower fat, see my low-fat apple cinnamon scones,…
Each spoonful of this Cranberry Cinnamon Jam is tart from the cranberries, with warm hints of cinnamon, and sweet cane juice notes from the panela to finish. Do not think for a minute that to achieve this taste you need 10+ ingredients because you only need 4 to make this Cranberry Cinnamon Jam. What you`ll need. Fresh Cranberries Panela Room Temperature Water Cinnamon Powder Seasonal cranberries are perfect for this recipe. I usually find red cranberries in Aldi`s on sale for $0.99 per 12 oz bag during this time of the year. This jam is not only easy to make…
If you love a good crunchy salad then you’re going to go nuts for this crunchy quinoa power bowl. It’s loaded with texture, flavor and plenty of nutrients to keep your belly full, but not weighed down. It also makes enough for five to six servings(!) so you can prep it in advance for healthy lunches all week long. That’s a lot of bang for your buck, my friends. Ingredients and Substitutions For the Bowls Quinoa- Using quinoa keeps this recipe grain-free (it’s technically a seed, not a grain) and serves as an ample source of complete plant-based protein and fiber.…
Easy Halloween Snack Mix- packed with sweet and salty treats, this healthier snack mix is easy to prepare and perfect for parties or movie nights at home! (vegan + gluten-free option) I feel like a more accurate title for this recipe would be Halloween Crack Mix. It needs caution tape, a keep out sign…pretty much anything you can think of to stop you from devouring the entire bowl in one sitting. With ingredients like crunchy popcorn, salty pretzels, chocolate-covered cereal squares, and candy coated peanuts, it’s an addicting mix that will keep everyone coming back for more. What Makes this…
Seeing how the Fourth of July is right around the corner, I’d thought I put together a round-up of some of our favorite summer holiday recipes. From refreshing salads to decadent desserts, there are plenty of options to please any kind of palate. I hope y’all enjoy and that you have a wonderful 4th! Appetizers Summer Salads Veggie Burgers and Meatless Mains Vegan and Gluten-free Desserts Keep in Touch Thank you! You have successfully joined our subscriber list.
This Cilantro Lime Shrimp Recipe bursts with amazing fresh flavors and takes just minutes to make! After a quick marinade (less than 10 minutes), cook it on the grill or in a skillet. Done! The cilantro lime marinade is already a hit in our Cilantro Lime Chicken Recipe, but the sautéed or grilled shrimp cook up faster and taste so much like summer. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Easy Cilantro Lime Shrimp Cilantro Lime Shrimp is one of our favorite Mexican-inspired meals, along with Easy Taco Soup, Fish Tacos, and Chicken Fajitas. It makes the…
This Sourdough Bread Recipe makes the most incredible loaf of bread with a crunchy crust, airy crumb, an impressive oven rise and ‘ear’ using the right scoring technique. Discovering the art of baking sourdough bread has been such a gift for our family and I hope this video tutorial inspires you to dive in as well. After making hundreds of loaves, I am confident this staple recipe has all the tips and techniques you’ll need to succeed whether it’s your first time or if you’re looking to refine your bread baking skills. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my…
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This Focaccia Bread recipe has the most crisp chewy crust, airy soft center, and amazing garlic rosemary topping. Watch the video tutorial and see how easy it is to make homemade Focaccia (and you don’t have to wait overnight). We love homemade bread recipes like Soft Dinner Rolls, Biscuits, and Banana Bread, because there’s nothing like the aroma of freshly baked bread and Focaccia is about to become your new favorite. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Focaccia Bread Video Tutorial There’s nothing like freshly baked Focaccia bread. This one was inspired by our favorite Chicken…
Biscoff Protein Donuts- made with almond flour and protein powder, these grain-free donuts make for a healthier and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of cookie butter. (dairy-free + gluten-free) I’ve always enjoyed cookie butter (AKA Biscoff or Speculoos) but it wasn’t until our most recent trip to the UK that I developed a mild obsession. You can find so many incredible things there made with cookie butter. A few of my favorites were Biscoff pancakes at a small vegan cafe in Oxford and the Biscoff donuts from Doughnut Time in London. OMG. Easily one of the best things I’ve…
Baked Buffalo Tofu Bites- high in protein and bursting with flavor, these buffalo tofu bites are the perfect healthy snack. All you need is 9-ingredients to make them! (vegan + gluten-free option) These baked buffalo tofu bites were one of the first tofu recipes I ever posted on the blog. Just a mere 10 years ago. Man, I’m getting old. I forgot how incredibly delicious they were until I went to update the photos. The crisp coating, the saucy buffalo flavor. Dipped in homemade vegan ranch, they make for one addicting high-protein snack. Or meal, if you’re like me and…
25 Quick and Easy Summer Salad Recipes- whether you’re looking for a light summer meal or a recipe to bring to a BBQ, these quick and easy summer salads are sure to fit the bill! Summertime is all about maximizing time spent outdoors and enjoy the bounty of fresh produce. Quick and easy salad recipes that highlight summer fruits and vegetables are the best way to check both of those boxes. Whether you’re looking for something to bring to a BBQ, have for a light dinner, or prep for healthy lunches, you’re sure to find something to suit you on…
This Toasted Walnut & Nutritional Yeast Savory Topping adds a nutty and rich flavor to meals. You only need 3-ingredients to make this – toasted walnuts, nutritional yeast, and sea salt. This topping is especially delicious on pasta dishes. I even sprinkled a little on a sandwich one time and it was delicious. You could even sprinkle a little on a slice of pizza, whatever you desire. If you need a quick pasta recipe to try this walnut topping on, then try making some of this delicious Avocado Pasta. Avocado Pasta with Tahini and Green Onions (my favorite pasta recipe)…
If you need easy vegan gluten-free breakfast recipes to start your day, look no further. I’ve got sweet, savory, and high protein vegan breakfast options, all gluten-free! A vegan breakfast — even a gluten-free one — can be easy to make and just as satisfying as one that contains animal products. The recipes included below have options like omelets, frittatas, oats, granola, pancakes, waffles, and MORE! And if you’re worried about getting enough protein, I’ve got a whole section of high protein, gluten-free vegan breakfasts, just for you. Use the table of contents above to jump to the section that…
Indo Chinese crispy chicken made vegan has amazing textures and flavors! Soy curls with a crisp coating are tossed in a sticky-spicy-garlicky sauce. Serve this as an appetizer or as an entree over rice with your favorite veggies. This is another favorite Indo Chinese dish. Indochinese cuisine has is a sub cuisine of Indian cuisine with many Chinese and inspired dishes, indianized with spices or change in cooking style. This dish is usually made with chicken which gets battered and baked or fried until it is crisp and then tossed in a delicious sticky, garlicky, spicy sauce. I use soy…