I love hot cereal. I never thought I would, either. After going low fat whole foods plant based (as opposed to “just” whole foods plant based), I gave up my beloved nut-butters on whole grain toast… and felt a bit lost. But it didn’t last too long after I hauled out the hot cereal (and […]
Creamy vegan hot cereal breakfast with raspberries
Hot cereal, cream of wheat, or creamy wheat farina – it may differ slightly brand to brand, but it’s often about the same thing with slight variations. This hot cereal breakfast is made with plant-based milk so it is super creamy, and swirled with vanilla and raspberries to add a decadent flavor to your morning. […]
Pad Thai Protein Salad recipe from The Plant-Based Cookbook + Book Review and Giveaway!
I am so excited to share a delicious oil-free vegan Pad Thai Protein Salad recipe from an upcoming new cookbook called The Plant-Based Cookbook by Ashley Madden. Ashley’s new cookbook features 80 healthy and delicious vegan, oil-free and gluten free recipes! This article also features a review of the cookbook and two chances to win […]
Vegan Holiday Zucchini boat recipe with potato and cranberries (Oil free)
This zucchini boat is festive for a holiday meal, and it can serve as a meal in and of itself if you wish. However for a holiday meal you can easily serve the zucchini boat with sides such as stuffing, candied yams, or your favorite vegetable side. I first made this holiday zucchini boat for […]
Winter Stew recipe: Vegan Mushroom Barley with turmeric and garlic (Oil Free)
I am excited about this easy to make vegan winter stew recipe. The mushrooms and barley are really filling, and the stew features a bunch of ingredients that are inexpensive if you buy them, or easy to grow if you garden them. Turmeric and garlic flavors the stew, but doesn’t overpower the dish. I tried […]
More options for vegan broth paste on the horizon: Bovril going beet
We love making vegetable and mushroom broth from scratch. However, there isn’t enough scraps or freezer/fridge space to make and store all the broth considering the quantity we use during a typical month. Therefore, we often use broth concentrates to make our vegetable, vegan “chick’n”, vegan “beef”, and mushroom broths for various recipes. New products […]
Refreshing Ginger Orange Black Bean and Corn Salad recipe (Vegan, Oil free)
This simple side salad is perfect as a side salad, appetizer, lunch, or to take with you to a pot luck meal. One of the most common ways we use this? Add it to a burrito. We add this salad with some rice and my chipotle spread or dressing inside of a tortilla and it […]
Does cross contamination on a grill make something “not vegan”?
Many restaurants are adopting vegan options on their menu, which is a great thing for those following a plant-based diet and/or vegan lifestyle. While it matters how these products are prepared, does it matter if they share the same grill when it comes to the vegan label? The news is full of articles about complaints […]
Baked or dehydrated cheezy turmeric kale chips recipe (Vegan, oil free)
I make a lot of kale chips because I grow kale throughout the year. It’s easy to grow year round where I live, and you end up with a ton of hefty leaves to make use of! Kale chips made in the dehydrator, or ones baked in the oven, are very different than store bought. […]
Vegan Oat Cream recipe (Dairy free, Oil free) for coffee, dressings, and more
I wanted to work with oat cream to find another way to thicken sauces, dips and other dressings, in addition to full meals often made with coconut milk (which we no longer consume). Oat cream is one great tool to have in your arsenal of an oil free and reduced fat lifestyle. I also enjoy […]
Spicy Salsa Verde recipe that’s not-so-verde (Vegan, Oil free)
I am growing tomatillos this year in the garden, so have a lot that are starting to ripen and are ready for making a bunch of different recipes. Salsa verde is a classic recipe for tomatillos, so this is one of the first things I made using them. Tomatillos are a tangy distant cousin of […]
Kale pesto and farro salad with tomatoes, spinach and peas recipe (Oil Free, Vegan)
This salad uses our recently posted recipe for an oil free vegan winter kale pesto. This kale pesto is what we tend to make when basil is not in season. It’s really hard to find basil where we are in any quantity even when it is in season, so we largely grow and use our […]
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Lime, parsley and dill creamy salad dressing recipe (Oil Free, Vegan)
This oil free and vegan salad dressing features bright citrus notes of lime, and a lovely herb blend that includes parsley and dill. It is an excellent ranch dressing replacement, perfect for chickpea salad blends (such as our sandwich recipe here), and goes great on any green salad. The lime zest ensures that the citrus […]