This is a copycat recipe for Trader Joe’s seasoning blend, and other umami spice blends available at many grocery stores. I couldn’t find a similar blend locally (we don’t have Trader Joe’s), so I found a picture of the label and am running with the ingredients listed there (while making a few adjustments). The ratios […]
Chipotle Lime Mayo / Spread / Aioli recipe (Oil free, Vegan, SOS free option)
Burritos are a staple at our house. We have a bunch of variations on the standard burrito (a few recipes are on this site already, and more are to come), but this chipotle spread is tasty on every variety we’ve eaten so far. The smoky chipotle flavor combines perfectly with the hint of tangy lime […]
Lime, Cilantro, and Mint salad dressing recipe (Oil free, vegan)
This chickpea based salad dressing is healthy and oil free. This is not the most photogenic of salad dressings but it’s super tasty. The mint and cilantro compliment each other so well, flavor wise, and the lime cuts through to make it all work together. The chickpeas thicken this dressing to help it coat salad […]
Thai Red Curry Hummus recipe (Oil free, Vegan, low fat)
The texture of your hummus is very important: you want it smooth and creamy, so it spreads easily in your wraps and sandwiches, and it’s easy to dip your vegetables in. There are several ways to make your hummus creamy, but it’s a lot about how much liquid you add, and blending it thoroughly. The […]
Ginger and lemon Green Goddess dressing recipe (Oil free, vegan, low fat)
This green goddess dressing is a little bit different. I have made the lemon stand out in this recipe, and then added ginger as a secondary component that stands out. I love the likely health benefits of ginger, and combined with fresh raw garlic this recipe is really a powerhouse of goodness. You can easily […]
Instant Pot or Stovetop Cardamom vanilla date paste recipe (Oil free, Vegan)
This cardamom date paste can be used in many different ways. It is often useful for desserts, such as making a cinnamon bun. Or you might use it on top of some oatmeal instead of maple syrup or some other kind of sweetener. Because its spiced, its also delicious on toast! Using dates is often […]
Creamy Cauliflower Garlic Sauce recipe (Oil Free, Vegan, Low Fat)
This dairy-free creamy sauce seems like it should have something like cheese or cream in it, but it doesn’t. The base of this sauce is cauliflower, which means that it has all the benefits of vegetables instead. But because I add a whack-ton of garlic (and honestly, that’s probably what I need to start measuring […]
Vegan Pepper Gravy (Oil free, Fat free, low sodium)
Making a healthy gravy is so easy, and (to me) tastes almost exactly the same as the kinds that are loaded with grease and oil. Gravy is all about the spices, flavor and texture anyway. And you can make a gravy that has all of these things without loading it down with salt or fat. […]
Tomato Jam with goldenberries and chia seeds (Vegan, SOS free)
This Tomato Jam contains both goldenberries and chia seeds. The Goldenberries add a sweet and sour note to the delicious tomato spread that you can use in your sandwiches, vegetable bowls, as a tomato ketchup replacement, or many other plant-based dishes. It’s healthy, and an SOS-free recipe: it’s free of oil, salt, and sugar. Goldenberries […]
Tomato Jam with chia seeds (Vegan, SOS free)
Tomato jam is an excellent and versatile condiment to add to your repertoire. You can use it in sandwiches, on “carrot dogs” (as a replacement for ketchup), in your buddah bowls and so on. You could quite possibly use this sauce in place of tomato paste too. It’s really healthy too, containing vegetables, chia seeds, […]
Maple Pistachio Dessert Hummus recipe (Oil Free, Vegan, Low Fat, Sugar Free)
I had a pear and ginger flatbread from our local farmers market, and decided to try making a sweet dessert hummus that’s also (of course) oil free. All this entails is flavoring the hummus with something sweet instead of savory flavors. I didn’t want to add sugar to this one, so went with some pure […]
Oil-free Super Garlic Hummus (Low Fat, Vegan)
My favorite hummus from a store comes from the deli counter of a small local shop. The owner confidently states “If you come back for anything, it’ll be for the hummus.” He was right. The first thing you notice is the GARLIC. It punches you right in the face, but it’s absolutely delicious! I was […]
Oil-free Dragon Sauce: insanely tasty ginger dip or bowl dressing (Low fat, Vegan)
Dragon sauce is a ginger forward creamy sauce that is usually added to buddah bowls – bowls filled with a grain, vegetables, and perhaps tofu chunks that have been baked or fried. But really it’s a perfect sauce for all sorts of things: dipping vegetables, drizzing over roasted vegetables, or just heaping a spoonful on […]
