This delicious tahini spread can be used in sandwiches and pitas, or for dipping vegetables. It’s incredibly versatile and delicious. The main flavors are lemon and garlic, along with the nutty taste of tahini. I came across this spread when I just started eating a plant-based diet. I purchased it at the store and fell […]
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 […]
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. […]
New Vegan Q&A: Pantry items, alcohol, and eating out
In this series of articles, I am going to answer questions I find online regarding being new to being vegan or 100% plant based way of eating. If you have your own questions that you would like answered as part of this series, please feel free to contact the website with your questions, or post […]
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 […]
Vegan Mushroom Oyster Sauce recipe (Oil Free, Low Fat)
Oyster Sauce is a common ingredient in many Asian dishes, but I have never seen a vegan version of the sauce available at the store (there does seem to be some available online, but contains additives and very expensive!) It’s very easy to make a healthy version at home with whole ingredients that you can […]
Vegan Ginger Orange Farro, Bean & Vegetable Meal Salad recipe (using Chop Above cutting board!)
This easy to make meal salad is full of vegetables and some grain. It’s colorful and flavorful while hearty and filling. It works either as a side, or as a base of a full meal. We like to add some pressed and grilled tofu to the top of this salad to make it into our […]
Vegan ramen with mushrooms and tofu recipe – with a spicy option (Oil free, Vegan)
I have made all kinds of spicy noodle soups, including several rough takes on ramen. But I have never made anything that resembled what I have ordered in a restaurant, until now. This vegan ramen recipe is easy to make, and is incredibly easy to adjust to what you have on hand. I’ll usually make […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]