Peanut butter…coconut…chocolate…what’s not to like? These no-bake cookies come together fast and contain just five ingredients (seven ingredients with the glaze)– they are low in sugar, gluten-free, vegan and yummy!
I have several butternut squash soup recipes– this one is our favorite! Apples and apple cider add a sweet, fragrant underlying flavor to this rich golden soup. Ready in under an hour, it’s sure to become one of your Fall favorites, too!
This recipe is sure to make Brussels sprouts your favorite veggie! Roasting the sprouts makes them delectably crunchy and adds a slight smoky flavor, while the mustard sauce coats the sprouts in a tangy, peppery sweetness. Brussels sprouts are loaded with fiber, vitamins and antioxidants!
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet or tray with a silicone mat or lightly greased foil.
Place Brussels sprouts in a medium bowl. Drizzle with 3 tbsp of oil, then sprinkle with salt, pepper and mustard seed. Toss to coat the sprouts. Transfer to the baking sheet.
Roast for about 25 minutes until the sprouts are softened, browned and caramelized.
Meanwhile in a medium bowl, whisk together the mustards, vinegar, maple syrup and remaining 3 tbsp of oil.
Transfer the cooked sprouts to the bowl, toss to coat. Enjoy!
Instead of using Dijon mustard, you can use all grainy mustard if you want an even tangier dressing.
If you love almonds you’ll love this easy and healthy treat! These crispy cookies are made with wholesome ingredients like almond butter, almond flour and cinnamon, sandwiched together with a creamy cinnamon almond filling- it’s gluten-free, too. Almonds are loaded with healthy fats and Vitamin E and will make your skin glow!
This makes a great side dish for the holidays or it can be used as a gluten-free stuffing! Made with protein-rich wild rice, veggies, nuts and herbs, scented with orange and sweetened with dried cranberries – it’s a wonderful melange of textures and flavors!
One of the easiest soups you’ll ever make, with just a few ingredients– yet healthy and full of flavor! Perfect to warm you on a chilly day!
This delicious Thai-influenced soup comes together quickly but offers a wonderful complex flavor. Spicy curry paste, creamy coconut milk, zesty garlic, sliced vegetables and noodles all combine for an easy main dish meal!
Garlic is not only delicious, it’s also a great immunity booster– especially important during colder weather. Roasting the garlic gives it a sweet almost nutty flavor. Stock full of veggies, seasonings and pasta, this soup is comfort food at its best!
Sweet potatoes take the spotlight here as the main dish, and offer a pleasing range of tastes and textures. Don’t omit the garnish– it sends this dish over the top! Chocked full of veggies, quinoa and black beans, this tasty dish packs more protein than most meat dishes and will keep you full and satisfied!
This stew is thick, hearty and flavorful thanks to lentils that are simmered in coconut milk and veggie stock along with onions, garlic and the special ingredient– smoked paprika– which lends an almost meaty note to the dish. I would say this is my signature dish– it’s how I introduce my cooking students to the wonderful world of plant-based eating. Delicious, healthy and filling!
Moist dessert bars that are rich in flavor and antioxidants from pumpkin and spices, along with fiber from the oats. Instead of white flour, these use heart-healthy oat and almond flours, full of fiber and healthy fats. Topped with dark chocolate and salted toasted almonds, these cookie/cake bars are a scrumptious Fall treat!
These hearty, gluten-free pancakes come together easily and taste like a bowl of oatmeal in pancake form! The nut butter/maple syrup is the perfect creamy, sweet and nutty topping.
Only four ingredients go into this salad that captures the essence of Fall, with mixed greens, sweet apples, tart dried cranberries and crunchy toasted almonds. A tangy curry dressing pairs well with the mix of flavors and textures.
This is one of my most popular recipes simply because it delivers on a much higher level than the veggie burgers you’ll find at the store. These Spicy Black Bean Burgers are flavorful, “meaty” and come together easily in a food processor. Topped with all the fixins and my Curly Special Sauce (scroll down to bottom), served with my Sassy Sweet Potato Fries on the side, you’ll be in burger heaven!
Black beans are loaded with fiber, protein and nutrients and contain almost no fat. Read more here.
CURLY’S SPECIAL SAUCE
1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
1 tsp. yellow mustard
1/2 tsp Siracha
1 tsp ketchup
1 Tbsp. relish
1 tsp. white vinegar
1/2 tsp white sugar
1/8 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. onion powder
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Enjoy on veggie burgers or as a dip for fries!
