A lifetime of hating all protein powders led me to creating my own, and let me tell you - it's great! Perfect for smoothies, but also a great thicker for soups, sauces and dressings. I've also been known to just sprinkle this mixture on salads. In other words - super versatile. Harnessing the power of protein in plants with none…
Mushrooms, chickpeas, onion, garlic, carrot and celery are blanketed in a phyllo pastry. This unique vegan take on a wellington is fancy enough for guests and comforting enough for a weeknight. Comes frozen and needs to be heated (from frozen) for 50 minutes *Vegan, contains gluten, nut free
Mini potatoes, green beans, red onion, corn, tomatoes, olives, arugula, greens and a white bean/artichoke "tuna" inspired smash. It's topped with an olive and caper vinaigrette that I could drink :) Its non-traditional and delicious! *Vegan, gluten free, nut free
Fingers crossed we all remain incredibly healthy this Fall - but you know how it goes; sooner or later we all get a touch of the "under the weathers." Momma's calling for the No-Chicken Noodle Soup! Carrots, celery, onion, red peppers, spinach and rice noodles. The real gem of this soup though is the broth. Here's what we do...our regular…
This is one my kids LOVE. Broccoli, cauliflower, carrot, potatoes and celery are blended with cashew milk for a velvety texture. My dear vegan friend nutritional yeast is used to create that signature cheesy flavour. You will not miss the cheese in this one! *Vegan, gluten free, contains nuts
I don't know about you but I could use all the green, raw, goodness I can get right now. Quinoa, kale, red cabbage, sprouts, shredded Brussel sprouts, kohlrabi, carrot, broccoli and parsley. Topped with sunflower and pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries and a fan favourite tahini, maple and lemon dressing. *Vegan, nut free, gluten free
Carrot, onion, butternut squash, tomatoes, pear, chickpeas, green beans and something we are just mad about...saffron. :) This hearty Spanish inspired soup has a bit of everything thrown in a pot and thickened with cornmeal to keep it cool for my pals wanting to avoid gluten. *Vegan, gluten free, nut free
Orange & Pomegranate Salad It's pom season! Orange infused quinoa, kale and pomegranate seeds are layered with maple and cinnamon roasted sweet potatoes and chickpeas. An orange and pomegranate dressing completes this salad which will begin my personal mass consumption of pomegranates. *Vegan, gluten free, nut free
Orzo pasta, olives, tomatoes, red onion, lettuce, cucumber, dill, parsley, 'falafel spiced' roasted chickpeas and the best part?... Salty tofu feta! Topped with a simple lemony oregano vinaigrette. This is a salad way up there on the flavour pedestal! *Vegan, contains gluten, nut free, contains sesame seeds
This is the kind of salad I'm all about - filling ones! White beans, gluten free pasta, arugula, broccoli, sundried and cherry tomatoes, red peppers and corn are topped with a unique pesto made of herbs, peas and pumpkin seeds. *Vegan, gluten free, nut free
Our potato salad takes a big (and yummy) departure from the classic picnic variety. Potatoes, asparagus, radish, snap peas, peas, ribboned carrot and zucchini, are layered with baby spinach and arugula. Topped with a creamy tahini dill dressing. *Vegan, gluten free, nut free
This salad it HUGE on protein and will leave you feeling incredibly energized - which is something I know I could use :) Greens, quinoa, chickpeas, lentils, tofu feta, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, roasted sweet potatoes, parsley and topped with a turmeric tahini dressing. *Vegan, gluten free, nut free