INGREDIENTS: 1 lb carrots, halved and cut into 3-inch pieces 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 -2 tbsp sugar or maple syrup 1 clove garlic, minced salt red pepper flakes 1 tbsp parsley, chopped DIRECTIONS: In a steamer basket over a little bit of water in a pot, steam the carrots for 15 minutes or… Continue reading Sweet And Sour Carrots
Spinach And White Bean Dip
INGREDIENTS: 1 tsp olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 2 pkg spinach, thawed and drained of all water salt and pepper 1 can white beans, drained and rinsed lemon zest Juice of 1 lemon 1/4 c vegetable broth 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced DIRECTIONS: In a large skillet over medium-low heat add the oil, garlic, and… Continue reading Spinach And White Bean Dip
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
The Southern Rustic 