Without doubt, this salad is my favorite to make and it’s a meal in itself. This Fattoush salad fills the plates with plants for the most part, but adds texture and a bit of carb in the form of crumbled flatbread or pita. It’s incredibly healthy, but won’t leave you feeling deprived in the least. […]
Spicy Mexican Fruit Salad
Versatile Mexican fruit salad, ensalada de fruta, prepared with jicama, pineapple, watermelon, Tájin chili powder and chia seeds. It’s crunchy, tart, sweet, and spicy. Versatile Mexican fruit salad, ensalada de fruta, prepared with jicama, pineapple, watermelon, Tájin chili powder and chia seeds. It’s crunchy, tart, sweet, and spicy. Note that this recipe was user submitted […]
Spicy sweet corn salad with avocado and parsley (Low fat, vegan, no oil)
Because the local corn is fresh and in season, we have been making a bunch of recipes that include it (such as this similar recipe here). Sometimes in our favorite burritos, and sometimes as the main ingredient of a fresh summer salad. We recently made this sweet corn recipe, and then I thought of making […]
Creamy potato and chickpea green salad (Low fat, no oil, vegan)
I love “meal” sized salads that carry enough punch they fill you up and let you feel satisfied. This vegan and oil-free salad fits the bill. It has a bunch of potato and chickpeas added to add a bunch of fiber, starch, and protein to fill your stomach and leave you satiated at the end […]
Cool Ranch and Cucumber salad (No oil, Vegan)
Quick and easy salads are perfect at the end of a long day. This ranch and cucumber salad is one of those where you can make a tasty and healthy salad in minutes, and have it on the dinner table before you know it. You only need three ingredients: cucumbers, onions, and ranch dressing. This […]
Oil-free pesto pasta salad with chickpeas, apple, and arugula (Low fat, Vegan)
If you are searching for a refreshing and easy dish to take to a summertime party, look no further. Lunch, dinner, side dish – this one works. It’s filling, healthy, and doesn’t include any oil or significant source of fat. This oil-free pesto pasta salad includes greens, chickpeas, and even apple to create a balanced […]
Oil-free Mango Pesto Pasta Salad (Low Fat, Vegan)
Mango in a pesto pasta salad? Yes. It works (at least for my tastebuds!) This one came from the fact my box of mangoes were running out of time, and I was working on my basil pesto recipe. Tons of pasta in the cupboard. So I thought “why not” and put it all together with […]
California Fusion Plant Based Spring roll: Vegan wrap with avocado and vegetables
Spring rolls are a perfect, easy plant-based lunch. They are inexpensive, vegetable forward, and also don’t take a long time to make. Simply wet a rice paper wrapper in some warm water, add your vegetables, and roll it up. Dip it in any number of sauces, and enjoy. Another reason I love spring rolls is […]
Cowboy caviar: A savory, sweet, and spicy vegan bean salad (Oil Free, Vegan)
This vegan cowboy caviar is a salad that’s chock full of flavor, and simple to make. The dressing that you add to the salad is sweet, savory, and tangy all at the same time and melds perfectly with your vegetables and beans. This recipe is easy to adjust to what you have in the fridge. […]
Creamy Ginger Tahini drizzled Carrot, Fennel, and Avocado Vegan Salad
This salad has a variety of textures and flavors that will add variety to your plant-based diet. Not to mention it’s incredibly colorful, enough to brighten up the dreariest of afternoons. The carrots and fennel are crunchy, and blend with the soft and flavorful avocado. A bright ginger citrus tahini dressing pairs beautifully with the […]
Southwest vegan caesar salad (Oil Free, Vegan)
Let’s face it, sometimes salads can get a bit boring. Not to mention a very “cliche” vegan choice (don’t all of our omnivore friends think all we eat is salad?). This vegan Caesar salad is simple to make and full of flavor due to the tangy dressing (found here). Honestly, I don’t miss the dairy […]