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 […]
Lemon ginger bowl sauce with miso recipe (Oil free, no added sodium)
This vegan recipe for a lemon ginger sauce makes a nice and easy spreadable sauce that you can add to burgers, wraps, or bowls. It is so flavorful you only need to add some oatmilk and whisk the sauce to turn it into a salad dressing you can drizzle over a bowl. One of my […]
Vegan news: McDonalds reveals the McPlant, a new meatless burger
The infamous fast food chain McDonalds plans to release a new meatless burger option called the McPlant. McDonalds plans to test the McPlant burger in select markets in 2021. McDonald’s representitive Ian Borden states: In the future, McPlant could extend across a line of plant-based products including burgers, chicken-substitutes and breakfast sandwiches. And, we expect […]
Healthy oil free vegan dinner roll recipe (aka bun or bread roll recipe)
The dinner roll, also called a bun or bread roll (or a whole bunch of possible names in the UK), is often an essential at holiday meals or family gatherings. A small somewhat crusty roll that you can eat with a spread, or to mop up meal remnants on your plate. Whatever you call it, […]
Oil free Vegan Kale Pesto recipe (SOS-Free option, sunflower seed base)
I love to use a nice and dense pesto that is rich in flavor for sandwiches, mixed into salads, with pasta, or in many other applications. Rich in flavor, and full of nutrients, it’s useful adding some variety to your plant based diet. This oil free vegan kale pesto fits that bill perfectly. This pesto […]
Citrus herb chickpea salad sandwich recipe (Oil free, vegan)
I’m always looking for new and interesting lunch options, particularly ones that I can make a big batch of and enjoy for several afternoons or freeze to use later. This recipe for a vegan chickpea salad sandwich (replacing a tuna or chicken salad sandwich) fits that description nicely. The sandwich is healthy and filling, and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Beantastic thick and creamy low-fat peanut butter (Low Fat, Vegan)
I have been experimenting a lot with peanut flour, which is a defatted peanut product that is made of only peanuts. It does not contain any additives or sweeteners, so it is a minimally processed product. Because I cannot eat peanuts or peanut butter (even simply ground peanuts), but can eat peanut flour – it […]
Vegan parmesan cheese recipe (No oil)
Does this vegan parmesan taste like a traditional parmesan? A little. This vegan parm recipe will give you a bit of that flavor and texture you are used to on top of your favorite savory dishes. It has a slight cheese-like and tangy flavor that is reminiscent of the dairy version, and the texture you […]
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 […]