Recipes

Here you will find a variety of meatless recipes, many with optional substitutes or variations. I have enjoyed eating vegetarian and vegan foods for over 30 years and I am happy to share some delicious plant based recipes, healthy clean eating tips and natural DIY for the home.   

Not a vegetarian? Try adding a couple meatless meals per week, or maybe more at some point. Even cutting back on meat consumption is beneficial in many ways, prioritizing fruits, vegetables, legumes- (lentils, peas, peanuts, beans, hummus, etc.)whole grains, nuts and healthy fats, like olive oil and avocado.

Limiting processed foods, fast foods and added sugars is important! I recommend using 

Recipes

Here you will find a variety of meatless recipes, many with optional substitutes or variations. I have enjoyed eating vegetarian and vegan foods for over 30 years and I am happy to share some delicious plant based recipes, healthy clean eating tips and natural DIY for the home.   

Not a vegetarian? Try adding a couple meatless meals per week, or maybe more at some point. Even cutting back on meat consumption is beneficial in many ways, prioritizing fruits, vegetables, legumes- (lentils, peas, peanuts, beans, hummus, etc.)whole grains, nuts and healthy fats, like olive oil and avocado.

Limiting processed foods, fast foods and added sugars is important! I recommend using 

 

Hummus and Vegetable Pita Pizza

Ingredients:

1 pita bread round per pizza(recommend Toufayan brand in white, onion or wheat) naan can be a substitute

1 cup of hummus

2-3 tbsp of pizza sauce or marinara sauce

Diced veggies - onions, peppers, olives, spinach, zucchini, or your favorites

1 tbsp olive oil

1 cup of vegan mozzarella shreds 

A handful of vegan feta cheese for crumbling on top (optional)

(This recipe can also…

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Fresh Lemon Mint Water

Ingredients:

½ a lemon

2-3 mint sprigs 

2 quarts filtered or spring water (64 ounces)

Instructions:

Slice the lemon into rings or wedges and place them into your pitcher.

Crush the mint in your hand, rubbing it a bit to bring out the flavor, then place it in pitcher.

Pour the filtered water into the pitcher, cover or place the lid on, and refrigerate.

Store sealed in the refrigerator and enjoy…

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Baked Penne and Roasted Vegetables

Ingredients:

2 zucchini, quartered lengthwise and cut into 1-inch cubes 

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Cool Peppermint Shake - vegan desert

Ingredients:

2 1/2 cups vanilla non dairy ice cream 

1/4 cup of almond milk or other milk

3/4 tsp. of pure peppermint extract

3 drops of natural green plant based food coloring, or 1 tsp. spirulina or green superfood powder (optional)

Vegan Whipped topping - So Delicious Cocowhip or other whipped topping

Directions:

1. In a blender, puree ice cream,milk, peppermint extract and green coloring to combine…

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