The combination of textures and flavors in this hearty salad will make your tastebuds sing! Roasted veggies, spices, garlic and spicy arugula combine with a lemony dressing for an incredibly nutrient-packed and delicious meal.
Rich Chocolate Cakelettes are moist and lightly sweet, covered in a creamy chocolate glaze. They come together in one bowl and are dairy-free, gluten-free and completely vegan!
I enjoy this creamy shake almost every day, and I like knowing that it’s not only delicious but healthy, too! It gets its sweetness naturally, from the ripe bananas, plus it’s non-dairy and loaded with healthy fats. This is a dessert you can truly feel good about!
If you use coconut milk it will have a more pronounced coconut flavor of course. With any other non-dairy milk you’ll taste a little more banana. Optional: You can add a tiny splash of vanilla to round out the flavors.
For a breakfast version, simply add some quick oats and a little extra milk and you’ve got yourself a quick, healthy and filling breakfast!
Read here about the benefits of hemp seeds.
Another wonderful lentil dish that’s a cross between a cacciatore and a bolognese! Layers of flavor from carrots, red peppers, capers and red wine. Great over your favorite grain or pasta!
This is hardly your typical pasta salad! It offers a wonderful Mediterranean twist, with plenty of flavor and nutrition from creamy hummus, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes and parsley. The fresh lemon juice adds extra zing!
Best to use a gluten-free or high protein pasta– I like the bowtie pasta but any small pasta would do.
Great as an accompaniment to my Spicy Black Bean Burgers or French Onion Grilled Cheese Sandwich!
Golden Potato Chowder is a creamy, comforting soup with no dairy! Abundant spices and herbs add savory flavor along with veggies and corn for heartiness. Very filling and warming.
These sweet, delicious Flaky Apple Turnovers taste like they came from a bakery, yet they are so easy to make. You would never guess they are 100% vegan!
FOODS THAT ARE GREAT FOR YOUR SKIN
Try to eat as many of these foods as you can on a daily basis. Avoid animal products and processed foods, especially excess sugar and dairy. Drink plenty of water, exercise and get a good night’s sleep.
Fruits and veggies contain antioxidant vitamins and aid in the production of collagen (the protein that keeps skin smooth and supple) and may help your liver naturally detoxify to prevent breakouts on your skin.
On the other hand, refined sugar can break down collagen through a process known as glycation, which is known to form molecules that contribute to aging. Dairy contains the sugar lactose, as well as hormones and antibiotics which are harmful to your body in a multitude of ways! Read more on dairy here.
Lemony Greek Lentil Soup has it all– veggies, potatoes, lentils and incredible flavor– plus, it’s gluten-free & low-fat!
French Onion Grilled Cheese features caramelized onions combined with vegan cheese to create a melty, fragrant, sweet combination that’s perfect as the filling for this twist on a grilled cheese sandwich.
This is an easy one-pot dish and offers wonderful flavor and nutrition. Roasting the tomatoes makes them even sweeter, while the onion, garlic and red pepper flakes add spicy richness. Greens add even more texture and nutrition. The addition of tangy lemon and parsley at the end brings this dish to a whole new level! Add a hearty, toasted bread and you’ve got a very wholesome, warming and satisfying meal.
Read about the benefits of white beans here.
You can never get enough of these scrumptious Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Bars! They are vegan, gluten-free, no-bake, come together in minutes and are made with wholesome ingredients.
Hearty, filling and very warming, this chili is loaded with flavor and texture! Protein and fiber comes from the black beans, plus an added “meaty” bite from the barley (and optional Beyond Beef) and heat from the crushed pepper. Lime juice and beer add depth and a slight bit of tang. Add my Big Salad on the side and enjoy a hearty and super healthy cold weather meal!
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In this fabulous take on pasta carbonara, smokey, roasted mushrooms, velvety sauce and pasta all come together to create a filling and delicious main dish meal. The super creamy sauce comes from silken tofu, blended with caramelized onions and garlic, lemon juice and nutritional yeast — and not one drop of dairy. You can use a protein pasta for an even higher protein content, but really almost any pasta would be fine. Enjoy!
If sweet potatoes and peanut butter top your favorite foods list, this soup is for you! It’s thick and hearty, spiced with ginger and hot sauce. Tomatoes and greens add a flavor and nutritional boost. So filling and delicious!
This dish is creamy, flavorful and nutrient-dense thanks to the wonderful superfood, kale! It’s a great side dish with a curry or lentils over rice. Try it with my Best Vegetable Curry and some Naan bread for a wonderful Indian-inspired feast!
Read about the great health benefits of kale here.
