Spicy Black Bean Salad

Spicy Black Bean Salad

Spicy Black Bean Salad 1 cup black beans – rinsed and drained 1/2 jalapeno – chopped 1 handful baby spinach – chopped 5-8 fresh mint leaves – chopped 1 tsp cumin powder 2 tsp fresh lemon juice pinch of fresh lemon zest 1 tsp olive oil salt black pepper 1. Stir everything together. That’s it. …

Indian Spice-Rubbed Cauliflower Steaks

Indian Spice-Rubbed Cauliflower Steaks

Cauliflower “steaks” have been popping up everywhere and I’m lovin’ it. Cauliflower is hearty and when sliced in half, reminds me of bio class back in high-school. But enough of that. Let’s talk steak. A nice juicy, spicy, satisfying cauliflower steak. Ha, gotcha. This is a great way to eat cauliflower. It’s visually appealing, hearty, …

Dark Chocolate Vegan Pancakes

Dark Chocolate Vegan Pancakes

Vegan pancakes. So easy. So delicious. There is no reason not to try this. They’re also healthy. YUP, HEALTHY. I don’t think I need to say much else, but that you should make these right. now. Dark Chocolate Vegan Pancakes Batter: 1 cup all purpose flour 1/2 confectioner’s sugar 1/4 cup cocoa powder 3/4 tsp …

Beet-Strawberry Smoothie

Beet-Strawberry Smoothie

Ok, this is great for breakfast… lunch…snack…pre-dinner, pretty much anything! Super easy to make, totally delicious, and amazingly healthy! Did I mention this is vegan? Yup! Now everyone can partake in this goodness. I’ve always enjoyed beets – savory and in smoothies, and lately I’ve been noticing all varieties of beets being sold. I recently …

Vanilla Strawberry Cupcakes

Vanilla Strawberry Cupcakes

I was tasked with (as I usually am) making a treat for a colleagues baby shower. We know he is having a girl, so I went the traditional route. I don’t make many desserts that are completely pink in nature, so I figured why not? Plus I got these awesome strawberries from Fresh Direct that …

Veggie ‘Tostada’ with Roasted Tomato-Pepper Sauce

Veggie ‘Tostada’ with Roasted Tomato-Pepper Sauce

You all know my obsession with Mexican food and taco bell, but sometimes it’s nice to stay in and make it yourself. It’s also a LOT healthier, considering whenever I go to Taco Bell I’m “starving” and order enough for 5 adults and 2 small starving children. So try making this healthy tostada – super …

Creamy Egg Scramble with Cilantro-Mint Pico de Gallo & Spicy Crema

Creamy Egg Scramble with Cilantro-Mint Pico de Gallo & Spicy Crema

Want some eggs? Want to make them fast but not skimp out on the flavor? Check it (this serves 1 person): Creamy Egg Scramble: 3-4 jumbo egg whites 1/2 small red onion – chopped 1 jalapeno – chopped 1 tsp chili powder salt black pepper pinch of ground cumin 2-3 tbsp reduced fat shredded Mexican …

Oil n’ Garlic Spaghetti with Caramelized Onions & Parmesan

Oil n’ Garlic Spaghetti with Caramelized Onions & Parmesan

I think if someone asked me what my favorite simple pasta dish was I’d probably say Oil n’ Garlic (or vodka or pesto or pink sauce, etc etc..EVERYTHING). No, but really – I love Oil n’Garlic pasta. It’s garlicky, and smooth and when topped with parmigiana cheese -adds just the right amount of salt. One …

Garlicky Broccoli & Brussel Sprouts with Almonds

Garlicky Broccoli & Brussel Sprouts with Almonds

I love green vegetables (how can I not, I’m vegetarian!). I specifically loveee broccoli, spinach, brussel sprouts, asparagus, etc etc ETC. I had some fresh broccoli and brussel sprouts on hand, so I decided to combine them. Below is a super simple and fast side dish you can put together if you have these veggies …

Sweet Potato Bisque with Crispy Leeks & Garam Masala

Sweet Potato Bisque with Crispy Leeks & Garam Masala

I started my new job last week and found out that there are a ton of perks. One is being able to sign up for a bi-weekly organic vegetable delivery in the summer-fall months, and a percentage of the proceeds goes to charity. I actually don’t know all the details, but what I do know …