Category Archives: Vegetarian

Lemon Herb Pistachio Whole Cauliflower

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Hop to those dinner plans, Easter’s on the way! My Lemon Herb Pistachio Whole Cauliflower celebration-worthy side dish for your Sunday dinner or other special celebration. No need to tell the guests, but this whole veggie recipe is also ridiculously easy – so much so that I make it for healthy weeknight dinners frequently.

Lemon Pistachio Roasted Whole Cauliflower

 

Read on to get all the details and recipe for Lemon Herb Pistachio Whole Cauliflower that’s so tasty and fresh it doesn’t need heavy creams and sauce to make it delish. Continue reading →

DIY Paleo Protein Baking & Pancake Mix with Recipe Ideas

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Baking mixes are extremely convenient to have on hand for the making of no-brainer breakfasts, snacks and treats. But, gluten-free/or and Paleo-friendly baking mixes are either hard to find or too expensive for my budget. Paleo Protein Baking and Pancake Mix

After some experimenting around, I came up with an easy no-grain, no-gluten, low-carb option to store-bought that . . . err, let’s you have your cake and eat it too! Read on to get all the details on my Paleo Protein Baking and Pancake Mix, how-to make it, and a few easy recipes ideas! Continue reading →

Microwave Risotto with Lemon and Asparagus

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Contrary to popular opinion, I eat carbs other that fruits, vegetables and chocolate. Complex carbohydrates such as potatoes (sweet and regular), quinoa, oats and rice are my go-to choices when I need a steady source of fuel for marathon or spartan training.Microwave Lemon Asparagus Risotto

My recipe for Asparagus Lemon Thyme Risotto sounds like it might be too fancy for a busy weeknight meal, but never fear – you can actually make risotto in the microwave in under 30 minutes, without most of the hands-on attention the traditional method takes! Plus, you only dirty one dish – WIN! Read on to get the speedy side dish recipe! Continue reading →

Garlic Basil Roasted Baby Artichokes

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I know spring is on the way when I see baby artichokes at the market!  They are so adorable, and a bit more tender that more mature vegetables. Garlic Basil Roasted Baby Artichokes

I’m sharing an easy-peasy, spring breezy recipe for Garlic Basil Roasted Baby Artichokes that you can have on the table in under 20 minutes as a side dish or plant-powered appetizer. Read on for all the details. Continue reading →

Vegan Rice Paper Bacon – Made It, Liked It!

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Mind blown, I made Vegan Rice Paper Bacon . . . and it was really good. I’ve seen the how-to for this fake bacon (no pig involved) around the Internets and in various cookbooks (like The Edgy Veg) and finally decided I had to give it a go.

While I’m a confirmed meat-eater, I figured “why not,” as I believe variety is the spice of life and do have meals where all my protein from all plant sources. Read on to get all the details and recipe! Continue reading →