This plant based sloppy joes recipe is loaded with beans and veggies, slowly cooked down in a yummy homemade BBQ sauce. It’s delightfully delicious, the ultimate summer picnic food. I love a good sandwich, and this one is right up there on my favorites of comfort food. It’s something I have to make a couple of times each summer. I just crave it! I’ve also…
Grilled Veggie Sandwich This is not your average sandwich; it is a flavorful gourmet sandwich. Like better than your local deli sandwich. Loaded with grilled zucchini, carrot ribbons, marinated artichokes, homemade air-fried potato chips, arugula, goat cheese, and the secret green herb sauce. Dip it in some tomato soup with lentils for a stellar, hearty meal, one of my kids’ favorites. There used to be…
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…
Air Fried Falafel This is hands down my favorite way to make falafel. I love this air fried falafel recipe because its easy and doesn’t make my house smell like a greasy mess from frying in a pan. Plus, we could all use a little less greasy foods in our life. If it tastes just as delicious what’s is there to miss? Last year I…
Chickpea Salad Sandwich Recipe Sweet, Salty, Crunchy, Tangy, This Chickpea Curry Sandwich Recipe Has it All Lunch time! I love a good sandwich and we were starting to get board of our usual go-to’s. So it was time to get creative in the kitchen. We had recently been to a restaurant that was adding pickled onions to their cold cut sandwiches and a light bulb…
Vegan Sushi Rolls Best kids lunch ever. End post. No but really, vegan sushi rolls are hands down my kid’s favorite lunch. They ask for this practically every day, they ask to bring some for friends, and this is the food of choice for birthday parties. Plus, they are super healthy, just nori, rice, and veggies. Yup, you heard that right kids asking to eat…
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…
Black Eyed Pea Burger When you’re craving a good ole fashion burger this Cajun Black Eyed Pea Burger is an excellent meat free option that is super delicious. Our family has tested plenty of bean burgers and have always come back to this cajun black eyed pea burger. The bell pepper, garlic, thyme, and ground fennel make this a super flavorful burger patty. It is definitely…
Grilled Veggie Tacos I absolutely love tacos. There are so many different delicious flavor combinations I don’t think I could ever grow tired of tacos. Tacos are awesome for dinner parties, you can easily check off any food allergies (gluten-free, dairy-free) and guests can add whichever toppings they like. Plus tacos are like the best kid food. They can eat with their hands and choose…
Vegan Chickpea Salad Sandwich Sometimes I miss a good ole fashioned sandwich, and this protein-loaded vegan version is delicious and certainly satisfies that craving. This vegan chickpea salad sandwich is a great summertime lunch. It can be whipped up in 10 minutes or less. It’s also totally packable and a great option for kid school lunches. You can also use canned jackfruit instead of chickpeas….
