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…
Vegan Pesto Recipe Pesto is the best-o! No really it is, and it’s so easy to make! In the last couple of years pesto has taken the number one spot for pasta sauce in our house. This vegan pesto recipe is definitely a kid approved favorite. Plus, I love how quick and simple it is to make, just toss all the ingredients into the blender…
Vegan Mayonnaise with Avocado Oil A good foundation for a plant-based diet is learning to make your own basic condiments, sauces, and dips. It is not only a big money saver but really allows you to know what’s in your food. Condiments tend to have lots of sneaky ingredients like sugar, oil, high sodium, etc. By making your own you can make delicious healthier versions,…
Pasta Tomato Sauce This is my absolute favorite pasta tomato sauce. It is so flavorful and delicious! This recipe is a variation on an old Mario Batali recipe I came across years ago. We’ve been making a version of it ever since, slowly adding more vegetables over time, because that’s how we like to roll! Thyme is the shining star ingredient of this tomato sauce,…
Peach Noyaux Extract – Almond Extract from Peach Pits I started making peach noyaux extract after reading Alice Waters My Pantry (one of my favorite cookbooks!). Peach pit extract adds such a wonderful almond-like flavor to baked goods and it smells oh so decadent. I ran out of noyaux sometime this spring, and I’ve been impatiently waiting for peach season just so I can make…
Eggplant Dip with Roasted Red Pepper I absolutely love this delicious plant-based veggie dip. We’ve been making this roasted eggplant and red pepper dip for at least 10 years and we never seem to grow tired of it. It’s just that good! Plus this is another kid favorite, my three-year-old just likes to scoop it up with his hand and eat it. This is…
Quick Pickled Red Onions Making street tacos at home is actually easier than it seems, but you’ve got to have the right toppings. Pickled red onions are a must, it’s not a taco without pickled onions! Plus these are just so easy to make and they last for a while in the refrigerator so you can always have some ready. And who doesn’t love…
Cilantro Chimichurri This healthy and zesty cilantro chimichurri sauce will add a mouthful of flavor to any dish. I especially love it on grilled veggies. Chimichurri can be used in so many ways, but we primarily use it as a sauce or a marinade. Move over ketchup! Health Benefits of Cilantro Parsley is no doubt good for you, but cilantro may be even better. Healthline…
Black Bean and Corn Salsa Hello, summer! Wake up your taste buds with this unique flavor combo—black beans, corn, and bell pepper tossed in a garlicky lime balsamic dressing. It’s a strange mash up of flavors that is surprisingly delicious. This vegan salsa is great served with tortilla chips or on top of tacos. My mom and aunt deserve the credit for this recipe….
Fermented Lemons Adding a little fermented lemons to your cooking adds a totally unique and zesty flavor. We started making these a couple of years back after being inspired by reading My Pantry by Alice Waters. Fermented lemons, also known as preserved lemons, are great in salad dressings or delicious on sautéed broccoli; the options are endless! Plus these are a naturally fermented food,…
