A Gathering of Veggie Deliciousness!
Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa Casserole Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Cheesy broccoli casserole made healthy! This version has protein-packed quinoa instead of instant rice, freshly grated cheese and natural mushroom soup instead of condensed cream of mushroom. Ingredients 1 cup uncooked quinoa (I love Ancient Harvest) 2 cups water or low sodium broth (for…
Savory Make Ahead Stuffing Prep time: Cook time: 45 minutes Total time: Serves: This savory potato stuffing recipe is an old fashion family recipe, updated with a few healthy twists… Ingredients 6-7 large potatoes 1 large red onion (or 2 medium red onions) 2 cups of diced celery 2 tablespoons coconut oil 1 teaspoon himalayan…
Quinoa Stuffing Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: These portobello mushrooms filled with quinoa stuffing are the perfect main dish for a vegetarian/vegan Thanksgiving! Ingredients 4 large portobello mushrooms, washed, stemmed and “gills” removed 1 cup dry quinoa 1¾ cup water ½ bouillon cube (I used a “not chicken” flavored one)…
Broccoli and Cauliflower Casserole Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes Serves: 10 cups This make-ahead cauliflower and broccoli casserole has delicious creamy cheddar leek sauce and crunchy panko breadcrumb topping. Ingredients 1 medium head of cauliflower 2 large broccoli crowns 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive…
Green Beans with Caramelized Shallots and Almonds Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Add a little green to your Thanksgiving menu with this flavorful recipe for tender crisp green beans tossed with caramelized shallots, toasted almonds and fresh parsley. Ingredients 1 lb. fresh green beans, trimmed 1 shallot bulb (about 5-6 cloves), peeled and…
Sweet Potato Casserole with Candied Nut Crunch Prep time: 40 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Total time: 1 hour, 10 minutes Serves: 8-10 A much lower sugar version than the original but still full of flavor! Ingredients 2 large sweet potatoes 1/2 medium butternut squash (about 2 cups cooked) 1 large apple (I used a…
Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Pear with Thyme Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Crispy sprouts and slightly caramelized pear with shallots, thyme and hazelnuts come together in this festive, holiday side. Ingredients Brussels Sprouts Pear Shallots Olive Oil Hazelnuts Instructions View the full recipe at Vanilla And Bean →
Spicy CrockPot Sweet Potatoes Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 3 hours 20 minutes Total time: 3 hours 50 minutes Serves: 6-8 Make these Spicy CrockPot Sweet Potatoes and free up space in the oven for other good things. And these sweet potatoes are amazing. Ingredients 4 lb. orange-fleshed sweet potatoes (4 large or 5…
Cauliflower with Olives and Breadcrumbs Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: The simple preparation makes the most of the flavors. The slightly sweet and nutty flavor of the cauliflower contrasts with the salty bite of olive. Ingredients cauliflower sliced olives fresh breadcrumbs thyme Instructions View the full recipe at Lydia’s Flexitarian Kitchen →
Chunky Cranberry Apple Sauce Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: A little of this and that cranberry sauce made with freshly grated ginger, chopped apples, and juicy cranberries. Ingredients 1 (12 oz) bag of fresh cranberries ¾ cup (177 ml) water ¾ cup to 1 cup (150 grams-220 grams) coconut sugar more or less…
Sweet Potato Stuffed Flatbread Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: A popular Middle Eastern and South Asian flatbread that is stuffed with sweet potato and egg and then pan fried. Ingredients Filling: 1 medium sized sweet potato, grated, washed and drained 1 onion, sliced 1 egg 2 tbs oil salt to taste 1/4 tsp…
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Honey Mustard and Pecans Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Total time: 25 minutes Serves: 4 Crisp roasted brussels sprouts tossed in a flavorful honey mustard sauce topped with crunchy pecans. Ingredients 2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts, stems and outer leaves removed (cut in half if they are large)…