Cranberry Walnut Granola with Flax Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: This vegan, gluten free granola mixes toasty oats, buttery walnuts, tangy dried cranberries, and nutty flax seeds! Ingredients 2 cups rolled oats ¼ cup flax seeds ½ cup chopped walnuts 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 tsp cinnamon 2…
Strawberry Vanilla Macaroons
Strawberry Vanilla Macaroons Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: These gluten free and dairy free macaroons get their beautiful color and flavor from dried strawberries. Ingredients 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut ¼ cup dried strawberries, finely chopped (I used Trader Joe’s unsulfured and unsweetened brand) 1 tsp baking powder 6 egg whites 1½ tsp…
How to Make Dried Fruit in the Oven
How to Make Dried Fruit in the Oven Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Making dried fruit in the oven is possible, and can save you lots of sugar! Ingredients Mango, peeled, cored, and sliced Large strawberries, stems removed Apples, cored and thickly sliced Instructions View the full recipe at Dani California Cooks →
Multigrain Walnut and Date Muffins
Multigrain Walnut and Date Muffins Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: These healthy muffins combine rolled oats and wheat flour and are paired with sweet dates and crunchy walnuts for a wholesome breakfast or snack! Ingredients 2 cups whole wheat flour ½ cup rolled oats 3 tbsp coconut oil, softened 1 egg ½ cup…
Avocado Slaw
Avocado Slaw Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Put a twist on your classic coleslaw and use a tangy, no-mayo avocado dressing! Ingredients For the Slaw: ½ head of purple cabbage, shredded ½ head of green cabbage, shredded 2 cups julienned carrots ½ cup raisins For the Dressing: 2 ripe avocados Juice of two…
Spicy Black Bean Dip
Spicy Black Bean Dip Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: This vegan black bean dip packs some serious heat and is layered with the flavors of jalapenos, onions, and fresh herbs and spices. Ingredients 1 can of black beans, rinsed 2 jalapenos, chopped and seeded ½ white onion, chopped 2 tbsp olive oil 2…
Warm Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Hazelnuts
Warm Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Hazelnuts Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Make this side dish ahead by sauteeing Brussels sprouts, toasting some hazelnuts and bringing it all together before serving with a little balsamic vinegar and lemon! This recipe can easily be doubled/tripled. Ingredients 3-5 cups chopped Brussels sprouts ⅔ cup hazelnuts 1…
Cranberry Walnut Granola with Flax
Cranberry Walnut Granola with Flax Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: This vegan, gluten free granola mixes toasty oats, buttery walnuts, tangy dried cranberries, and nutty flax seeds. Only a little coconut oil and maple syrup brings this healthy breakfast recipe together! Ingredients 2 cups rolled oats ¼ cup flax seeds ½ cup chopped…
Chocolate Banana Bread Snack Balls
Chocolate Banana Bread Snack Balls Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Never have 3pm snack anxiety again when these are around. They are gluten free, vegan, contain no processed sugars, and are full of healthy fats and complex carbs. And did I mention they taste just a little too much like chocolate banana bread?!…
Whole Wheat Poptarts
Whole Wheat Poptarts Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Make your own heart-shaped whole wheat toaster pastries with strawberry and chocolate hazelnut fillings for Valentine’s Day! Use this base recipe to make homemade poptarts anytime of the year. Ingredients 2 cups whole wheat flour 2 sticks butter ⅔ cup ice water 1 tsp salt…
Quinoa with Roasted Veg, Feta, and Almonds
Quinoa with Roasted Veg, Feta, and Almonds Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Mix roasted vegetables, quinoa, feta, and almonds for a perfectly proportioned salad to have all week. Ingredients 6-8 cups chopped seasonal vegetables of choice (I used beets, broccoli, and brussels sprouts) ⅓ cup quinoa ¼ cup feta (or more, depending on…
Goat Cheese Deviled Eggs
Goat Cheese Deviled Eggs Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Swap mayo for goat cheese for a fun twist on the classic deviled egg. Perfect for healthy Super Bowl and party snacking! Ingredients 4 hardboiled eggs (12 minutes) 2 tbsp soft goat cheese 1 tbsp warm water Salt and pepper 2 tbsp chives, chopped…