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This Lemon Blueberry Bread has a moist and tender crumb and is loaded with juicy, sweet blueberries and lemon zest. The easy lemon glaze makes every bite memorable. Watch the step-by-step video tutorial and see how easy it is to make this bakery-quality blueberry loaf recipe. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Blueberry Bread Video Tutorial Watch Natasha make this easy Blueberry loaf. We are known for our sweet bread recipes, like Banana Bread or Zucchini Bread, and this Blueberry Bread is equally delicious. Sweetbreads are easy and fun to make because they don’t require fancy…

Your new favorite Hamburger Recipe! There’s nothing like a juicy cheeseburger with fresh crisp toppings on a toasted bun smothered with an irresistible burger sauce. We are sharing our best tips for making the perfect restaurant-style burger with the juiciest patty you’ll sink your teeth into. We love burger recipes from our Cheeseburger Sliders to Hamburger Soup, but we make these classic burgers most often. Watch the video tutorial and learn how to make the ultimate grilled burgers. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Pair these juicy hamburgers with Grilled Corn and Air Fryer French Fries…

1-Bowl Flourless Chocolate Zucchini Muffins- Made with simple pantry-ingredients, these muffins come together super fast. Each muffin packs 7g of protein! (gluten-free, dairy-free, and oil-free) I have a feeling this recipe is going to be your favorite way to eat zucchini this summer! We are obsessed with these muffins in our house. They are so simple to make and taste just like chocolate cake. 🙂 Reasons Why You’ll Love This Recipe No Fancy Equipment Required. Made in one-bowl, all you need is a fork to mash the banana and a spoon or spatula to stir everything together. Naturally Sweetened. The…

Lemon Garlic Hummus- Made with just 6 ingredients, this vegan friendly hummus is bursting with bright lemon and savory garlic flavor. Perfect as an appetizer or a spread for sandwiches! I first tried lemon hummus back when we lived in California and since then it’s become my favorite flavor. For some reason I can never find it at the store so I had to develop my own recipe instead.   Lemon Garlic Hummus Ingredients Garbanzo Beans- I like to use canned garbanzo beans to save time. Make sure the excess liquid from the can is drained before using in the recipe.…

Blueberry, Corn & Basil Quinoa Salad- bursting with flavor and satiating protein, this nutritious salad is perfect for summertime potlucks and picnics! (vegan & gluten-free) Our summer plans might look a little different this year but that doesn’t mean we have to spend it cooped up inside! One of my favorite ways to get outdoors is to plan a hike or trip to a local park. Fresh air and sunshine is super important for our mental health, especially considering recent events. Now that we have an infant I have to plan ahead since going out to eat on a whim…

Fried Plantain are a staple in many African and Caribbean meals. I grew up on the small island of Saint Croix. Saint Croix is the largest island in the United States Virgin Islands and is surrounded by the Caribbean Sea. This tropical environment allows a wide variety of local homegrown produce to grow. One of those homegrown produce are plantains. Plantains are starchier than bananas which makes them perfect for frying. You can fry green unripe plantains into thin chips or tostones, which are twice-fried plantain slices commonly found in Caribbean and Latin American cuisines. For these fried plantains, we…

You have got to try this fresh and crunchy chopped Italian sandwich with zesty red wine vinaigrette! This chopped salad sandwich is a super versatile lunch packed with fresh veggies and herbs. This recipe is based on the viral chopped Italian salad sandwich, and it’s so satisfying! You chop up veggies, tofu, and chickpeas, then toss it with Italian seasoning, vegan Parmesan, and this super flavorful Italian dressing and stuff it into a sandwich. The tofu in this recipe gives feta vibes, but you don’t have to prepare the vegan feta in advance, because the tofu is going to absorb…

These sweet and zesty lemon blueberry pancakes are gluten-free and grain-free, yet they’re so light and fluffy! You are not going to believe that these almond flour pancakes are gluten-free! I love pancakes when they are hearty and not just carriers of maple syrup 🙂 These gluten-free lemon blueberry pancakes are my latest pancake-making adventure and use almond flour that make them a satisfying breakfast. They’re packed with sweet blueberries and have a great, tangy flavor from lemon juice and zest. They have a perfect texture and flavor — no one will guess that they are both gluten-free and grain-free!…

Family gatherings are a great time to gather and serve delicious food. Here are four (4) plant-based recipes to serve at your next family gathering. These recipes are easy to prepare, versatile, and packed with flavor. All four of these plant-based recipes can be served together as a meal. Here is your next plant-based lunch or dinner meal idea. Now let`s get into 4 plant-based recipes to serve at your next family gathering. 1. Sweet Plantain Vegetable Rice This Sweet Plantain Vegetable Rice is the perfect main dish. The various Caribbean seasonings, cubes of sweet plantains, and vegetables make this…

The Ultimate Fall Salad- made with a combination of fall’s best produce, this colorful salad is bursting with delicious texture and flavor. Perfect for your holiday table or to prep for healthy lunches! If you’re looking for a colorful salad to add to your holiday table then look no further. This gorgeous salad features an incredible combination of textures and flavors that everyone will love. I call it the Ultimate Fall Salad because it includes everything I love about autumn: crisp apples, tart pomegranate seeds, and maple pecans on a bed of shredded kale, brussels sprouts and cabbage. All of that gets…

Baked Buffalo Tempeh Wings- easy to make and packed with flavor, these tempeh wings make for the perfect plant-based appetizer or lunch! (soy-free and gluten-free option) The first time we ever visited Asheville, we ate at a local vegetarian restaurant there called Rosetta’s. They’ve been in business for a while and serve up plenty of fantastic options but their tempeh wings have always had my heart. They’re so good, I have to get them every time we go back to Asheville, which is usually about 1-2 times per year. In other words, not enough! Once I developed the recipe for these…

This chocolate fruit dip is a crowd pleasing treat with a light and airy texture that’s as smooth as silk. Everyone will be shocked that it’s dairy-free! I like to call this “munchie food”. You know, things that you take a little sample of and then sneakily go back for fifteen times over the next couple of hours. Then when it’s all gone, no one knows that it was you who ate it all…muahahaha! Normal people might call these finger foods but I personally like the term munchie. And this chocolate dip? It’s easily one of my favorite munchie foods of…

One-Pot Tomato Basil Quinoa with Cashew ‘Ricotta’- all you need is 10 ingredients and 30-minutes for a healthy meal that’s perfect for summertime! (vegan + gluten-free) We’re back with another easy one-pot meal! This one checks all of the boxes. It’s quick It features quinoa for a complete source of protein You can eat it from a bowl (AKA it’s great to take outside) It includes fresh basil because…SUMMER To top it off I added the same cashew ‘ricotta’ that I used for my One-Pot Summer Vegetable Skillet Lasagna. This boosts the amino acid profile while also adding in some…

This Grilled Pork Tenderloin recipe is juicy, tender, and delicious with no marinating required! An often underestimated cut of meat, pork tenderloin is affordable, easy to prepare, and oh, so tasty. We used the famous rub from our Roasted Pork Tenderloin and somehow it’s even better on the grill! Pork tenderloin is a lean cut of meat with such great texture and moisture, it truly rivals steak and is a great alternative to chicken. See our secret to preparing a juicy, flavorful grilled pork tenderloin that doesn’t require marinating ahead of time. What is the Difference Between Pork Tenderloin and…

With this easy Sourdough Starter Recipe, you can make delicious Sourdough Bread, Sourdough Pancakes, waffles, pizza, pretzels, and more right at home. It’s easier than you think, and with just two ingredients—water and flour—it’s inexpensive to make Sourdough Starter from scratch. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. While you may have heard that making sourdough is a complex process that requires time, money, and an inherited starter—I’m here to tell you not to be intimidated. People have been doing this for thousands of years without fancy techniques or tools, and I’m going to teach you how…

Recipes – NatashasKitchen.com By Category By Cuisine By Diet By Holiday By Method By Ingredient

Recipes – NatashasKitchen.com By Category By Cuisine By Diet By Holiday By Method By Ingredient

The key to making amazing sourdough bread is knowing how to feed sourdough starter so it is healthy and ready to bake whenever you get the itch. Maintaining the starter only takes a few minutes and just two ingredients. Once you have an active sourdough starter, whether you’ve grown it yourself (see our easy Sourdough Starter Recipe), purchased a starter, or received one as a gift, you’ll need to feed it to maintain and keep it alive. You’ll see how this quick process varies slightly depending on how often you bake sourdough bread or other goodies. Grab your starter and…

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…