Spicy Cauliflower Stir Fry with Peanuts & Chilies

April 11, 2019

If you like spice, sweet and umami, you will love this vegan spicy cauliflower stir fry with peanuts and chilies. Cauliflower might not be the most glamorous in vegetables, but when cooked correctly, it is a whole lot more than a side dish. It is also inexpensive and a little goes a long way. But,…

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Sriracha & Garlic Pulled Jackfruit with Mint & Cilantro

September 14, 2018

This super easy and healthy dish pairs pulled jackfruit with a spicy Sriracha and garlic sauce topped with cooling herbs for a delicious flavor combination. If you have never used jackfruit before, this pulled jackfruit recipe is a good place to start. In the past year jackfruit has gone from a relatively unknown food to…

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Chickpea Dumplings Over Vegan Yellow Curry Lentil Stew

January 12, 2018

Chickpea dumplings are my new favorite flavor bomb. These chickpea dumplings are very versatile, and you can poach them on top of most soups and stews. All you do is divide the dumpling mix into heaping tablespoons and drop them into the cooking sauce or broth. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and gently simmer…

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Easy Cape Malay Curry with Tofu

April 2, 2017

Last month I had the opportunity to teach plant-based nutrition on the Holistic Holiday at Sea all vegan cruise. It was such a fun time and I encountered so many inspiring people. Some were just getting started on a plant-based diet. They were sick of being sick and wanted to take their health back. Others have…

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Easy Salsa Recipe for Tomato Season or Year-Round

August 9, 2016

I love a fresh and easy salsa, and I rarely buy store-bought. Especially during tomato season. Utterly addictive, this bright and spicy easy salsa combines vine-ripened  tomatoes, chipotle peppers, onions, cilantro and garlic to bring out a rich and smokey flavor. I promise you will never want to buy commercially bottled again. I like to celebrate…

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Easy Soup – Hot and Sour Cabbage Mushroom Soup

December 4, 2015

Easy Soup – Hot and Sour Soup with Cabbage, Mushrooms & Noodles This is such an easy soup to prepare, but you would never know it from the complex flavors. Not only that, it can be created in 20 minutes. What more could you ask for? I also love the health benefits. Mushrooms are low in…

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Vegan Red Chile Posole with Chickpeas

May 30, 2015

Vegan Red Chile Posole with Chickpeas, Jicama, Corn & Squash Just in case you have never tried it, posole (also know as pozole) is a savory and hearty stew and a classic New Mexico dish. It is traditionally served at Christmas but this lighter, vegan version can be eaten anytime. This is my first go at a plant-based version of…

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Unhealthy Oils & Chickpea Cakes with Oil Free Coleslaw

May 15, 2015

It’s almost that time of year again. Cookouts, picnics, corn on the cob, potato salad, and coleslaw. It’s hard to believe that Memorial Day is right around the corner, and I am ready for some summer fun and food. Coleslaw is one of my favorites and today I made a light and refreshing, oil-free version. I…

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Spicy Coconut & Lemongrass Stir-Fry with Green Rice

January 14, 2015

Have you ever asked yourself the question: “What do I stand for?” I read a book recently that challenged me to explore why I was born into this world and what did my life stand for? It also raised the questions of what was I meant to do with my life and what is my…

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