A Gathering of Veggie Deliciousness!
Coffee Glazed Roasted Carrots Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 4-6 An easy three ingredient glaze turns otherwise boring roasted carrots into something special. These are the perfect side dish for Easter or Mother’s Day. Ingredients 1.5 lbs carrots 2-3 sprigs of fresh thyme 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2…
Broccoli and Apricot Waldorf Salad Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 6-8 Waldorf salad with broccoli, dried apricots, walnuts and apples. And no mayonnaise! Ingredients 2 cups broccoli, cut into individual florets 6 oz non-fat Greek yogurt (I used Fage 0%) 1/4 cup lemon juice 3 tablespoons agave nectar 2 Granny Smith apples, cored…
Peanut Butter and Jelly Ice Cream Sandwiches Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 10-12 Strawberry honey balsamic black pepper ice cream smashed between classic peanut butter cookies for the ultimate in ice cream sandwiches! Ingredients For the Ice Cream: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened at room temperature 1 1/2 cups whole milk 1 cup…
Tropical Rice Bowls Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 2 A vegan and gluten free tropical rice bowl with coconut-lime rice, spiced sweet potatoes, curried plantains, black pepper pineapple and guacamole. Ingredients For the Coconut-Lime Rice: 1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk 1/4 cup water 1/8 tsp. salt 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil…
Vanilla-Pear Spiced Bourbon Lemonade Fizz Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: A refreshing Vanilla-Pear Spiced Bourbon Lemonade Fizz. Or leave out the bourbon for an awesome virgin cocktail. Ingredients For the Lemonade Base: 2 cups water 2 cups fresh squeezed lemon juice 1 1/4 cups white sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 pears, cored…
Roasted Asparagus with Pistachio-Mint Pesto Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: This easy Roasted Asparagus with Pistachio-Mint Pesto is the perfect side dish for Spring. Ingredients For the Pistachio-Mint Pesto: 1/2 cup shelled pistachios 1 garlic clove Zest from 1/2 lemon 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper 1 cup fresh mint leaves, packed 1/3…
Lemon-Raspberry Hand Pies Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 12-14 Lemon-Raspberry Hand Pies are the perfect way to celebrate Pi Day. Or any other day! Ingredients For the Buttermilk Pie Crust: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (I used King Arthur Flour) 2 tablespoons sugar 3/4 tsp. salt 1 cup (16 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut…
Double Chocolate Guinness Muffins Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 12 muffins Double Chocolate Guinness Muffins are great for St. Patrick’s Day. Ingredients 1/2 cup (8 tablespoons), unsalted butter, melted and cooled 1/2 cup Guinness stout beer 2 eggs 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (I used King Arthur Flour) 3/4 cups sugar 1/4 cup…
Baileys Chocolate Mousse with Whiskey Caramel Sauce Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 4 Chocolate mousse gets a St. Patrick’s Day makeover with Baileys Irish Cream and Irish Whiskey. Ingredients For the Baileys Chocolate Mousse: 6 ounces dark chocolate, chopped (plus more for garnish, if desired) 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1/3 cup water 3…
The Best Blueberry Muffins Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 12 An easy recipe for blueberry muffins. Perfect for breakfast or snacking. Ingredients 1/2 cup (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted and cooled 2 eggs 1/2 cup milk (any kind will work) 1 tsp. lemon zest 2 cups all-purpose flour (I used King Arthur Flour) 3/4…
Cashew-Chocolate Granola Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Makes about 6 cups Cashew-chocolate granola is great for breakfast or snacking. It’s also gluten free and vegan. Ingredients 4 cups old fashioned oats 1 cup unsalted cashews 1/4 cup cocoa nibs (I used Theo Chocolate) 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 cup cashew butter 1/3 cup coconut…
Roasted Banana and Almond Smoothie Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 2 A roasted banana and almond smoothie that is so thick and creamy, you’d never guess it’s vegan! Ingredients About 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (I used Almond Breeze), divided 2 medium bananas, peeled 1 tablespoon brown sugar Pinch of salt 1 tablespoon…