Delicious and healthy lunch recipes
Mushroom Shawarma This recipe, like so many others, has been years in the making. Inspired by different people I’ve met, different moods I’ve been in, and frankly, limited by what’s in the fridge. There is no right or wrong way to do anything; cooking is a wonderful reminder of that. Sometimes part of the fun of cooking is experimenting—trying new things. Sometimes, missing ingredients are…
Pickled Turnips I love pickled and fermented veggies. I like the bold punch they can add to a dish. These pickled turnips do not disappoint; they are both beautiful and delicious! I like to make mine a bold shade of fuchsia by using half red beets, half turnips. Sure, you could make these with just beets, but I love the hint of radish flavor the…
Baba Ganoush Baba ganoush it’s fun to say and delicious to eat! This tasty dip is made from smashed eggplants with tahini and spices. It’s great with crackers or as a spread on sandwiches. If you love eggplant as much as me, you’ve got to try this. Baba Ganoush Meaning Did you know that baba ganoush roughly translates to “pampered daddy” or “spoiled papa”? There…
Homemade Ramen When it’s cold outside I crave a warm brothy bowl of homemade ramen. Making ramen used to be intimidating, the first couple of times I attempted to make it at home were a complete flop, but over the years and many variations later, homemade ramen has become a regular dinner at our house. Best of all, my kids love it too! Making good…
Vegan Spinach and Artichoke Dip Dairy and I just don’t get along, but sometimes I crave a warm creamy dip—this vegan spinach and artichoke dip is the answer. It is so good, the picture really doesn’t do it justice. I’ll be working on that! This is another one of those amazing plant-based recipes that is so freaking much healthier than the original version, but just…
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos It’s January! Which means it’s time to cleanse my body and get back to eating healthy homemade meals again. Mostly, it’s time to hide the cookies from myself! I love January as a time to reset, leave the past behind and start fresh. If you’re looking for a new tasty recipe, these easy and delicious plant-based tacos are…
Spaghetti Squash Spaghetti Yup, that’s a mouthful! This is a refreshing healthy take on the classic spaghetti. It uses shredded spaghetti squash instead of pasta noodles and feta in lieu of the more traditional parmesan cheese. Throw in some delicious veggie-loaded pasta tomato sauce and lentils for protein and there you have it! This spaghetti squash spaghetti is a hearty meal that will really fill…
Rainbow Hummus Wrap This is hands down my favorite lunch of lately, nothing beats a tasty rainbow hummus veggie wrap. It’s quick, easy, healthy, and delicious. Plus you can pretty much throw in any veggies you have on hand. The recipe below includes my favorites for wrapping, but go crazy and try different combinations, make it your own! Cucumbers and grape tomatoes are great…
Baked Lima Beans with Dill, Parsley, and Tomatoes Ready for some protein? This baked lima beans with dill, parsley, and tomatoes recipe is a delicious comfort food and so full of flavor. These beans are great for picnics, BBQs, and camping. This recipe is super tasty and it makes plenty to feed a large crew. How to Make Baked Lima Beans To start, make…
Soba Noodle Salad This soba noodle salad is one of my go-to lunch favorites, and my kids love it too! With spinach, tofu, red bell pepper, purple cabbage, cucumbers, and red onion, this salad is loaded with a rainbow of veggies. Plus it’s easy to swap out veggies based on what you have available at home and your personal favorites. Sliced avocado and shelled…
