Sides

Blackbean, Corn And Red Onion Salad With Sundried Tomato Vinegarette

INGREDIENTS: 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 c corn 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 2 c. spinach, chopped 2 c. lettuce, chopped 1/4 c. sundried tomatoes, drained and chopped 4 tbsp sundried tomato oil 2 tbsp white wine vinegar salt and pepper DIRECTIONS: In a bowl combine the lettuce, spinach, red onion, corn,… Continue reading Blackbean, Corn And Red Onion Salad With Sundried Tomato Vinegarette

Sides

Marinated Vegetable Salad

this is a lovely and bright salad. With its light and crisp flavors, you are sure to love this take on a side salad. INGREDIENTS: 3 zucchini, sliced 1/2 inch slices 4 cauliflower florets, cut into 1/2 inch florets 2 carrots, sliced 1/4 inch thick 1-pint cherry tomatoes halved 1/2 purple onion, thinly sliced 1 cup… Continue reading Marinated Vegetable Salad

Sides

Crock-Pot Red Beans And Rice

INGREDIENTS: 1 onion, diced 1 clove garlic. minced 1/2 lb vegan andouille sausage, cubed 1 lb red beans, soaked, drained 1-quart water salt and pepper DIRECTIONS: The night before place the beans in water and allow them to soak overnight. Drain and rinse before using.  Put all of the ingredients in a crock-pot and set to… Continue reading Crock-Pot Red Beans And Rice

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Brown Rice With Black Beans And Hominy

INGREDIENTS: 2 c brown rice ( or you can use quinoa- which I often substitute) 2 c vegetable broth salt lemon zest 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 3 tbsp agave Juice of 1 lemon 1/2 tsp cumin 1 (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed 2 (15 oz) cans white hominy, drained… Continue reading Brown Rice With Black Beans And Hominy

Sides

Citrus Rice Salad

A light and refreshing salad. This is a wonderful spin on rice. INGREDIENTS: 4 c vegetable broth salt and pepper 2 c rice, rinsed and drained 1/4 c maple syrup 2 tbsp soy sauce juice of 1 lemon zest of 1 lemon Juice of 1 orange zest of 1 orange 1 1/2 tsp cumin 1/2 c toasted… Continue reading Citrus Rice Salad

Dinner

Penne Pasta With Asparagus And Cherry Tomatoes

This is a very simple dish that is perfect for summer. INGREDIENTS: 1 lb penne pasta ( I use spinach or beet pasta) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 2 c cherry tomatoes, halved 3/4 c peas, thawed 1/2 c vegetable broth 2 tbsp basil leaves, chopped… Continue reading Penne Pasta With Asparagus And Cherry Tomatoes

Desserts

Coconut Couscous With Nuts And Dried Fruit

This is a sweet pasta dish and it is absolutely delicious. It is super easy to make and has a ton of flavor. This is a dish that I make on occasion as a treat. I would label this dish as a dessert. INGREDIENTS: 2 c water 1/3 cup canned coconut milk 1/2 c coconut sugar… Continue reading Coconut Couscous With Nuts And Dried Fruit

Lunch

Rosemary Couscous With Bell pepper And Garlic

Sometimes we don't have time to throw together a big lunch or dinner. This recipe is easy and clean and it tastes great. INGREDIENTS: 2 cups vegetable broth 2 tsp rosemary, minced 2 clove garlic, minced 1/4 c bell pepper, chopped very fine salt and pepper 2 c couscous DIRECTIONS:  In a medium saucepan combine the… Continue reading Rosemary Couscous With Bell pepper And Garlic

Lunch

Wacky Mac Pasta Salad

This is a fun spin on the pasta salad. I adore this salad and I make it a lot. It is not oil free but you can omit the oil if you want. It is still very delicious. It travels well and I take this with me a lot for my lunch. INGREDIENTS: 1 lb… Continue reading Wacky Mac Pasta Salad

Dinner

Avocado And Arugula Pesto Pasta

INGREDIENTS: 2 cups arugula 2 avocados 2 cloves garlic, minced juice of 2 limes 1 cup fresh basil, torn salt and pepper to taste 1 box small pasta of choice DIRECTIONS: In a food processor combine all of the ingredients except the pasta and blend until smooth. set aside. Bring a large pot of water… Continue reading Avocado And Arugula Pesto Pasta