I’ve ordered Asian Salads at restaurants and I am usually disappointed. I always think…I can make this better myself. Here is my simple yummy concoction. Salad Ingredients: 1 head Romaine, chopped 1/2 bag cole slaw mix 2 green onions, diced 1/2 cucumber, chopped in bite sized pieces 1/2 red pepper, chopped in bite sized pieces 1 cup cooked brown rice or […]
Tag Archives: Vegan Recipes
Carrot Cake Overnight Oats
Many of you are addicted to my easy overnight oats recipe so I thought I’d offer you a different flavor. Enjoy! Prep Time: 5-10 mins Soak Time: Overnight Serves: 2-3 Ingredients: 1 cup gluten free old fashioned oats 1 cup of milk (unsweetened almond & coconut milk are my favorites) 1 large carrot, peeled and grated (use blender […]
Fajitas: Steak, Chicken or Vegetarian
Fajitas are a pretty healthy meal but I like to make a few improvements. First of all, corn tortillas are much better for you than flour so try that. Skip or cut down on the unhealthy dairy (cheese and sour cream) and add extra avocado. And go crazy on the veggies – add extra peppers and […]
Quinoa and Veggie Sunshine Bowl
Summer is a great time for grilling! I love to grill a bunch of veggies and then leftovers put in the fridge. This quinoa bowl is a perfect, delicious way to use up those veggies as a quick balanced meal for lunch or dinner the next day. It’s versatile so add your own flare. If you […]
One Pan Mediterranean Stir-Fry
I am all about simple easy recipes, as I’m sure you all know. With the delicious Mediterranean Stir-Fry, you only need only one pot so it’s the perfect quick dinner. This recipe is already balanced with healthy carbs and protein, but it is quite versatile: If you are vegetarian or vegan you can take out […]
Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal
This recipe has more sugar than I usually recommend but if you are looking for a healthy dessert, this is perfect. Ingredients: 2 cups rolled oats 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 3/4 tsp. salt 4 Tbsp chopped pecans 2 cups diced apples (I used Granny Smith) 3 eggs 2 cups unsweetened almond or coconut milk […]
Betsy’s Go-To Kale Salad
I used to hate kale but once I learned how to cook and prepare it properly, I now love it! And of course, we all know that it is amazing for your health – chock full of antioxidants and detoxifying nutrients. Ingredients (Salad): 1 large head of kale, ribbing removed and cut into bite sized […]
Corn and Bean Quinoa Salad with Pumpkin Seeds
Whenever making a quinoa dish, always make a large batch. I use a rice cooker which only takes 2 minutes. Here are some great Quinoa Recipes. Ingredients: 1 cup Quinoa, cooked 1/2 tsp sea salt and pepper (to taste) 1/4 large red onion ½ large bell pepper, diced 3 Tbsp. olive oil 1/2 cup corn (try to use […]
Chick Peas, Kale and Mango Chutney over Brown Rice
This dinner is quick, easy, and delicious! Great for a side dish or vegetarian main entree. Little cooking required, many nutrients preserved! Ingredients: • 3 cups raw kale, chopped (stems removed) • 1.5 cups brown or wild rice • 1 can chick peas, drained • 2-3 T mango chutney • 2 T soy sauce (or gluten […]
Cowboy Caviar
Cowboy Caviar is a form of bean salsa. It’s naturally a healthy dip with all the beans, raw veggies, and fresh herbs. Serve it with corn chips and it’s a party favorite or add lettuce and avocado for a hearty salad. Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 10 drops […]
