Literally what I made for lunch based on what I had in the fridge today. Let’s just say that while pre-planning this week’s recipes did not go as planned, I was lucky to have these ingredients naturally go so well together! I had thought of a shaved brussel sprout salad, but did not have plans […]
Spicy Carrot and Chili Spread or Dip recipe (Oil Free, Vegan)
I always try to make my spreads and dips easy enough to use in a bowl or a sandwich, so I can use what I make all week. I’ll blend up a big batch early in the week or on the weekend, and then use it all week to dip healthy foods in, spread in […]
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 […]
Vegan Golden Beet Spread: for sandwiches, or dipping veggies or flatbread
This middle eastern inspired golden beet spread is as delicious as it is healthy and pretty to serve. It would make a great addition to any party platter to dip vegetables or spread on pieces of toasted flatbread, and is versatile enough for adding to sandwiches too. The beets give the spread a nice sweet […]
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 […]
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 […]
Instant Pot or Crock Pot Apple Butter (No added sugar)
Apple Butter is a useful alternative to applesauce. It is tasty on its own, but is a valuable ingredient in low fat and oil free vegan baking, plant-based dessert recipes, and more. How is it different? Apple Butter is typically further reduced when you are cooking it, so it is a more intense and rich […]
Vegan Caesar Salad Dressing: versatile plant-based dressing (Low fat, Vegan, No oil)
A variety of salad dressings, dips and other sauces make eating a whole food plant-based diet a breeze. They can add so much flavor and variety to your WFPB diet that you won’t miss animal based products nearly as much… or eventually at all. This vegan caesar salad dressing does not contain any animal products, […]
Mint and lemon vinaigrette salad dressing (Vegan, No oil)
When switching to a low fat, no oil whole food plant based diet the salad dressings, sauces, and condiments can sometimes be a challenge. When oil is often a dominating element of the recipe, how do you substitute it? It’s easy to end up with a dressing that is too citrus or vinegar forward, or […]
Chia seed grape jam (Raw, vegan, low sugar)
I don’t have much patience, so I love a quick and easy recipe. This grape jam is so easy to make: you don’t need to cook anything, you don’t need many ingredients (no pectin or anything else), and you barely add any sugar either. You just juice your grapes, add some chia and a bit […]
How to omit oil and make oil-free salad dressings (Vegan, Oil Free)
It’s no secret I post a ton of sauces, dressings and dips on this site. I think they are so, so important for starting out and maintaining a whole food plant based diet. Why? They add variety and excitement to a plate. It’s where the flavor can come from. It means you can prep a […]