A Gathering of Veggie Deliciousness!
Quinoa Pea Asparagus and Lemon Salad Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 4 This recipe is super tasty, speedy and full of good stuff, along with tips for perfectly cooked quinoa every time. Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 250g quinoa 750ml good quality vegetable stock (I use Marigold brand) 4 courgettes 300g asparagus 250g…
Spring quiche with asparagus, peas, and gruyere Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 1 hour Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes Serves: 5 slices A light and fluffy spring veggie quiche. Loaded with gruyere cheese. Ingredients 1 9″ store bought pie crust 1 cup grated gruyere cheese 3/4 cup frozen peas 1 cup chopped asparagus…
Cheese and Potato Enchiladas Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 4 Vegan enchiladas with vegetables and tofu ricotta “cheese” please! Ingredients For the “cheese” filling: 1/3 of a 14 oz block of extra firm tofu, drained and pressed 1/4 cup red pepper hummus (or any “spicy” hummus) 1 TB nutritional yeast 1/4 tsp chili…
Springtime Veggie Grilled Cheese with Horseradish and Garlic Pea Spread Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 1 A Springtime veggie-filled grilled cheese sandwich with a twist! Ingredients For the Horseradish and Garlic Pea Spread: 1/2 cup canned no salt added green peas (frozen peas will not yield the same consistency) 1 TB garlic hummus…
Spring Potato Salad with Vinegar and Dill Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Serves: 6 cups A light vegan potato salad that’s perfect for a spring picnic! Ingredients 1 pound red potatoes or new potatoes 10 ounces green peas, fresh or frozen and defrosted 2 spring onions or 6…
Spring Vegetable Pasta Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Total time: 25 minutes Serves: 4-6 A light and easy pasta dish to use up the last of spring’s fresh veggies! Ingredients 8 ounces pasta of choice (I used whole grain fusilli) 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter (or vegan butter) 1 shallot, finely…
Potato and Pea Cigars Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Kind of like spring rolls, but with an Indian flavour – these make great party food. Ingredients 2 medium-sized potatoes 1 cup frozen or fresh peas ½ teaspoon curry powder ½ teaspoon turmeric ½ teaspoon cumin 1 pack spring roll wrappers Dash of olive…
Cheddar Brown Rice Risotto Prep time: 25 minutes Cook time: 38 minutes Total time: 1 hour Serves: 4 cups Comfort food meets spring! Whole-grain brown rice stands in for arborio in this healthy and springy twist on risotto. Fresh herbs and sweet peas are stirred in at the end to brighten it up. Ingredients 4…
Quinoa Confetti Salad with Sugar Snap Peas & Toasted Pepitas Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Total time: 40 minutes Serves: 4-6 servings This light, veggie-packed, and protein-rich salad is equally perfect for potlucks, packed lunches, or super-easy dinners. Ingredients 1/2 cup dried quinoa (about 1 1/2 cup cooked) 2 cups sugar snap…
Spring Green Pea Soup Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Total time: 15 minutes Serves: 6 Spring Green Pea Soup is a delicious refreshing spring inspired soup using simple whole food ingredients and buttery sweet peas. Ingredients 5 cups fresh shelled peas or 20 ounce bag of frozen peas 2 cups vegetable stock…
Vegan Spring Quinoa Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Serves: 2-4 Spring in a bowl! Quinoa and asparagus topped with a coconut and pea sauce. Ingredients Quinoa: 1 cup Quinoa 2 cups Water 1 bunch Asparagus (trim the bottom about 1/2 inch, then slice) Coconut Pea Sauce: 1/2 cup…
Curried Couscous with Roasted Red Pepper, Peas and Tofu Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Serves: 4 Curried Couscous with Roasted Red Pepper, Peas and Tofu Ingredients 1 red bell pepper 1 tablespoon coconut oil 2 cloves finely chopped garlic 2 teaspoons curry powder or Garam Masala 2 ½…