Zesty Bok Choy Cauliflower Rice delivers a flood of fresh flavor and nutrients! Spicy or tame, this dish has your name written all over it!Baby Bok Choy Say hello to my little friend. Okay it sounds much better when Al Pacino says it! But it's true that baby bok choy, my newest culinary friend, comes to the table with its nutritional guns blazing.Since my surgery I have been trying to flood my body with as many nutrients and antioxidants as possible. As a result I am feeling great and ...
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Pumpkin Praline Parfaits (Gluten-free, Vegan)
Pumpkin Praline Parfaits combine rich layers of custardy pumpkin goodness with a satisfying sweet nutty caramel crunch!Vegan Pumpkin Cream Some time ago I started working on creating a vegan pumpkin cream. I wanted something different from pumpkin pie to infuse into the holiday menu. Cashews make a great base for many creamy recipes. After soaking and blending, they transform into a thick velvety lushness that hints at a sweetness as it melts on your tongue. Add the earthy flavor of ...
Bounce Back Detox Juice (Gluten-free, Plant-based)
Bounce Back Detox Juice (or Smoothie) -- not your average green drink! Its powers are extraordinary, and they go to work from the very first sip!This post may be longer than my usual, but I was so inspired by the healing power of plants that I wanted to share my personal healing experience with you! A Drink For All Seasons Green detox juice renews and restores any time of year. Not just the four seasons, but the various seasons in life -- both the anticipated and the unanticipated. ...
Vegan Sloppy Joes (Gluten-free, No added sugars)
Vegan Sloppy Joes -- Tangy on the taste buds and hearty in the belly. These scrumptious sandwiches satisfy the healthiest of appetites with generous amounts of protein and an abundance of rich flavor!Summer Eats It's summertime here in the DC area, and along with the cruel heat and humidity come days seeking relief by the pool, lake or beach. But that doesn't mean that bellies aren't lookin' to be filled!You can't lose with these completely plant-based gluten-free sloppy joes. There ...
20 Gluten-free Vegan Fruity Delights
Is there anything better than walking into your grocery or farmers market and facing those abundant bushels of fresh fruit? Who wouldn't want an endless summer! Especially when you hit that sweet spot where everything is available all at once: peaches, nectarines, citrus, strawberries, raspberries! It is a resplendent explosion of color and sweetness.Being in the spirit, I wanted to offer up my favorite creations which feature fruit front and center, regardless of the time of year! And as ...
Gluten-Free Vegan Brownies (Oil-free, Nut-free, Refined Sugar-free)
Gluten-free Vegan Brownies -- Crisp on the outside with a fudgy chewy inside. Rich chocolate flavor from end to end. Easy and only 10 minutes of active prep!Gluten-Free Vegan Brownies Full of deep dark cocoa satisfaction and moist tenderness that can satisfy the most substantial brownie craving!But let's talk about what they are not. They are not glutenous, they do not contain eggs or dairy. Free from oil and refined sugars, they are also nut-free.Feast or Famine Anyone who ...
Detox Root Salad w/Lemon Ginger Pepita Dressing (Gluten-free, Plant-based, Oil-free)
Detox Root Salad with Lemon Ginger Pepita Dressing--a tasty way to restore your body while keepin' on with your day!I Won't Be Ignored, Dan Okay, sorry to start off with a quote from Fatal Attraction, but allow me to explain:I've been feeling a little run down and sluggish lately. It's my body's language for stop ignoring me! You probably know what I'm talking about. We've all had them. Those mini-cycles in life that start with more items on the to-do list than usual: ...
Baked Vegan Eggplant Arrabiata (Gluten-free, Plant-based, Oil-free)
This Baked Vegan Eggplant Arrabiata is sponsored by the awesome folks over at Uncle Steve's. Baked Vegan Eggplant Arrabiata is a delicious, no fuss, oil-free version of Eggplant Parmesan ready with only 15 minutes of active prep time!Eggplant Parmesan is one of the true Italian classics. A dish that masterfully combines sauce, seasoning, breaded eggplant and cheese, but so complicated! Prior to transitioning to a plant-based and gluten-free diet, I loved Eggplant Parmesan--when someone ...
Gluten-free Cinnamon Raisin Bread (Vegan, Nut-free, Refined Sugar-free)
Gluten-free Cinnamon Raisin Bread combines the cozy taste of cinnamon and raisins with the tender, chewy nooks and crannies of traditional bread. Eat it soft and fresh or toast it for a little crunch. Either way this vegan, refined sugar-free and nut-free bread should be added to your list of quick but comforting breakfast food! Gluten-free Cinnamon Raisin Bread One of the biggest challenges of making gluten-free baked goods is creating the right blend of flours and starches to ...
