5 14 Published May 25, 2022, Updated Jul 24, 2023 It’s inspired by the bagged sunflower crunch salads you can purchase at the store, but this version is even better, in my opinion. It’s jam-packed with fresh veggies, healthy fats, plant-based protein and offers up its own kick with a Thai-inspired SunButter dressing, which is definitely the star of this recipe. Trust me, you’ll want to lick it straight off the spoon – it’s addictive!...

Anyway. I got way off track there. Where were we? Love tacos. Love my slow cooker. I’ve been wanting a smoky slow cooker taco recipe for a long time. Something easy, something relatively healthy, but something we could easily dress up at dinnertime with all sorts of taco fixin’ deliciousness. Finally, with Cinco de Mayo upon us, I decided it was time to buckle down and get it done. And we loved these tacos–a little sweet, a little spicy, plenty smoky, a perfect member of my taco family (still tacos, not people....

Now, let’s just get one thing out of the way–we’re going to be using chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts. You might be wondering why chicken thighs? Sara and I have a long-established history with a love of chicken thighs–they’re so much more juicy and flavorful than chicken breasts, plus they cook very quickly (and they’re harder to overcook). They’re extra-fantastic on the grill because they take on all sorts of complex, smoky flavors....

If you have a sweet potato, a can of black beans and some simple pantry staples, then you can make these burgers. I love how budget friendly and simple this recipe is, plus they taste amazing! If you can, I highly recommend making some simple Sriracha vegan mayo. The creamy, spicy sauce pairs perfectly with the sweet and smoky burgers. I think you will love these Sweet Potato Black Bean Burgers....

5 43 Published Sep 05, 2022, Updated Aug 28, 2023 I’m sharing 4 of my go-to topping variations below! They’re all delicious, but if I had to pick just one that was my favorite I’d probably pick the apple harvest sweet potato toast with apple slices, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries and a dash of cinnamon. Mainly just because I love peanut butter and I’m swooning over everything fall right now....

5 12 Published May 08, 2023, Updated Oct 04, 2024 This recipe has all the classic banana bread flavors you’d expect, but is made with oat and almond flour so is gluten-free and has the addition of tahini, which adds a unique nutty flavor. It’s so good… I can’t wait for you to try it! Why You’ll Love This Recipe The combo of tahini + bananas + chocolate = a match made in heaven!...

4.72 37 Published Apr 09, 2024 Over the years I’ve perfected my go-to balsamic vinaigrette recipe to create a version with the optimal amount of vinegar, oil and seasonings. It has just the right amount of tang and sweetness and it’s seriously so delicious… you’ll want to drizzle it on everything! Why You’ll Love This Recipe Healthier and cheaper – Many store-bought dressings are loaded with processed ingredients, preservatives and sugar so making your own dressing is much healthier....

When it comes to cinnamon rolls and other breads, it seems like everyone has their favorite recipe, but I think part of the reason they taste so good is that when people have a favorite, they know exactly how the dough should look and feel so they come out perfect every time. I’m going to share a few of my little tricks for this recipe in hopes that it will turn out perfect for you too....

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4.89 29 Published Jan 16, 2019, Updated Sep 09, 2024 I love a good vegetarian lasagna and zucchini squash is the perfect sub for regular lasagna noodles so I decided to make a low-carb, protein packed version using zucchini noodles and tofu. The one thing about zucchini lasagna is that it can be a little watery, just form the zucchini releasing liquid while it cooks. To combat this a bit, I recommend cooking and patting the zucchini noodles dry before incorporating them into the lasagna....

I have curated 11 quick and easy recipes for Raksha bandhan that you can make and enjoy while you celebrate Rakhi festival. If the Rakhi Menu is worrying you and you are pondering over what to serve your siblings on the day then don’t distress yourself. I have put together the best Raksha Bandhan Recipe just for you. The delectable brunch will not only ebb their hunger but the luscious dessert will fill their heart with content as well....

4.2 33 Published Mar 24, 2021, Updated Mar 22, 2023 I love experimenting in the kitchen and have been dreaming about hosting people for brunch again. One day, we’ll all be able to gather around the table and this coffee cake will definitely be a part of the spread! The reason I’m so pumped about this vegan coffee cake is because it tastes like traditional coffee cake, but is made with healthier ingredients like coconut milk yogurt, whole wheat flour and coconut sugar....

While you could always go the traditional route and make Vegan Cinnamon Rolls, Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are a wonderful alternative for Fall. They have plenty of real pumpkin puree in the dough, and taste like something you would get at a bakery, vegan or not! You will love these Vegan Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls! They are: Full of cozy Autumn spices Made with real pumpkin! Big, soft, fluffy and indulgent Easy to make in about an hour Topped with the best maple cream cheese icing ever!...

You are going to want to eat this vegan cheese dip with everything! Drizzle on roasted potatoes, put it in tacos or burritos, dip tortilla chips in it (of course!) and more. I have used a mix of raw cashews and potatoes as the base of the cheese sauce. The cashews make it rich and cheesy, while the potatoes give it a little extra stretchiness and texture that you will love....

St. Patrick’s Day just isn’t complete without a Vegan Shamrock Shake! Creamy, minty, and finished with whipped cream on top, it’s the ultimate treat to wash down a hearty vegan stew. Best of all, you only need 4 simple ingredients and a blender to make it. And just like my Pumpkin Milkshake, this vegan St. Patrick’s Day dessert isn’t trying to be healthy or anything it’s not. The silky smooth texture and mint flavor will remind you of the classic shamrock milkshake from McDonald’s thanks to the rich non-dairy ice cream, oat milk, mint extract, and food coloring....

Looking for more vegan family dinner ideas? Try my Vegan Baked Ziti, Cheesy Broccoli Rice Vegan Casserole, One Pot Vegan Pasta, and Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup. Could you also not contain your excitement when you saw sloppy joes on the cafeteria menu at school? They were one of my all-time favorite childhood meals. Perfectly messy with crave-worthy flavors, I couldn’t get enough. Craving this childhood classic led me to create these best-ever Vegan Sloppy Joes....

This vegan stew will remind you of the classic stew you used to eat, but with no beef! It’s savory, rich and thick. I love serving stew with some crusty bread or vegan biscuits for sopping up the delicious gravy at the bottom of the bowl! I’ve used soy curls for the meat here, which I am a huge fan of. Why? They are an easy pantry item to keep on hand, they take on the flavors they are cooked with and have a wonderful chewy texture....

This is my favorite recipe for vegan cupcakes. They are the fluffiest cupcakes, not to mention soft, buttery and sweet with the perfect vanilla flavor. You definitely don’t need eggs, butter or milk to make delicious cupcakes, I promise! Top with swirly Vegan Buttercream, Vegan Chocolate Frosting, Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting or Vegan Swiss Meringue Buttercream. What I love about this recipe The cupcakes are made in 1 bowl, with a minimal list of simple ingredients....

Happy Monday, friends! I hope you had a fun weekend! We got our first snow here in N.C. on Saturday and while we didn’t have much stick (less than an inch), we made the best of it, as we have to do here in the South when we get a dusting. We did a small bit of sledding in the neighbor’s yard until it turned to mud, had hot chocolate, and went to a neighborhood fire pit party....

How’s your week going my friends? We’ve had a busy but productive one. We got our taxes done with our accountant on Tuesday night. (I apparently have to make tax appointments like I do haircut appointments - at night when the kids are in bed. #momlife) Nothing like that to make you feel like an adult. And for me, like a real businessperson. Getting everything in order about this blog and going through it all made me feel like a serious boss lady!...