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This week’s link up is right in my wheelhouse. This month I’ve been focusing my Meatless Monday posts on healthy vegetarian dishes for the holidays, so I am excited to share them with you all in one place. It was hard to choose which ones to post so here are a few of my favorites:

 

1. Mushroom, Kale & Fresh Pea stuffing recipe

You won’t miss the meat in this hearty, healthy stuffing.

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2.Warm Fall Vegetable Salad w Lemon Dressing (recipe)

All your favorite fall veggies in one warm delicious, colorful bowl. You’re guests will gobble it up.

Warm Fall Vegetable Salad w Lemon dressing|Thanksgiving |vegetarian|vegan

3. Cranberry, Pear & Orange Sauce (Recipe)

The combo of the 3 fruits is delicious!

Cranberry Pear Orange Sauce

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4. Pumpkin Kale Lasagna (Recipe)

A yummy alternative to the traditional lasagna recipe.

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5. “Souper” Foods Soup (Recipe)

I could eat this everyday!

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Hope you enjoy some of my favorite Healthy Fall Foods recipes. If you like what you see, tune into our Meatless Monday link up each week for more. Happy Thanksgiving!

Looking for Holiday Motivation to stay on track? I’m doing the #HolidaySweatChallenge join me! You can find out all of the details here

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and Jill Fitness Friday linkup

What Fall Foods are you loving right now? Are you hosting Thanksgiving?

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About Deborah Brooks

Hi I'm Deborah! I spend my days successfully raising a husband & 2 teens in the VA/DC area. I am a lover of all things running & fitness. As a life long vegetarian, I've always been passionate about healthy living & exercise. Looking for partners in crime, I started my own chapter of Moms Run This Town (MRTT) which has grown to over 700 members. I've met so many amazing women who inspire me daily to keep moving forward. You can usually find me running with my crew and training for the next crazy adventure they talked me into. I love to keep up to date on new running & fitness trends. I definitely choose my running gear based on color and love to express my fashion sense while exercising.

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  1. Jennifer says

    11/21/2014 at 12:49 am

    I’ve been looking forward to this link up – I think a lot of pinning will occur this weekend 🙂

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 8:35 am

      I hope so! Let me know if you try any of the recipes. Have a great day

  2. Sara @ Lake Shore Runner says

    11/21/2014 at 7:46 am

    We are making the cranberry sauce of yours for Thanksgiving!! And that pumpkin kale lasagna looks delicious. I want to try that once I get back from Thanksgiving.

    In the fall and winter months I love soup and chili because it is so cold out it warms me up! And who doesn’t love melted cheese?

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 8:37 am

      Who doesn’t love melted cheese?? I plan on lots of soups & stews in January so stay tuned. And let me know how your family likes the cranberry sauce. Happy Thanksgiving!!

  3. Tina muir says

    11/21/2014 at 7:52 am

    Great collection lady! Loving all these recipes, and I still working on steves sister for that cranberry sauce, she likes the nasty canned one! Bleugh! Have a wonderful weekend!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 8:41 am

      I think you should sneak it in and see if they like it! However, that may not be the best way for your future sis in law to like you LOL!

  4. Annmarie says

    11/21/2014 at 8:47 am

    Love all of these recipes of yours! They look so delicious!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 9:57 am

      Thanks! Let me know if you give any of them a try.

  5. Julie @ Running in a Skirt says

    11/21/2014 at 9:07 am

    It’s very cliché, but I am loving all things pumpkin right now. It’s so yummy and good for you. Great roundup. You’ve had some awesome recipes.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 10:03 am

      Thanks so much! I am loving pumpkin and butternut squash too myself. Happy Friday

  6. Susie @ SuzLyfe says

    11/21/2014 at 9:55 am

    I have convinced my mom to let me do SOME cooking this Thanksgiving, but it will be small scale, and I don’t really get to bring anything back. But then Alex and I get round 2, so that will be fun!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 10:05 am

      Good luck with your creating! It’s fun to cook for holidays. You may need to remind me that I said that LOL

  7. Laura@ Fit Running Mama says

    11/21/2014 at 9:57 am

    Oh my the pumpkin kale lasagna sounds AWESOME!!!! Thanks for sharing

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 10:05 am

      It was so much better than I thought it would be. I loved the flavors together

  8. Mary says

    11/21/2014 at 10:21 am

    I am printing and saving this stuffing recipe for the next time I cook a nice dinner (Christmas maybe?). Mushroom stuffing is one of my favorites.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 12:01 pm

      Thanks so much and thanks for sharing it as well. It was really yummy!

  9. Chaitali says

    11/21/2014 at 11:16 am

    I love that there are healthy holiday recipes out there! I’m definitely trying to stay on track with my health this holiday season and these type of recipes help so much. I can still feel like I’m indulging and enjoying the season 🙂

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 12:02 pm

      Exactly! Everything in moderation. Happy Thanksgiving hope you enjoy some of these

  10. Elena says

    11/21/2014 at 11:20 am

    That mushroom, kale and pea stuffing looks delicious! Adding that to our list of things to make!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 12:03 pm

      Thanks! I was really happy with how it came out-enjoy!

  11. RFC says

    11/21/2014 at 11:24 am

    We have bookmarked #1 (the stuffing) for our Thanksgiving dinner! I’m SO NOT A COOK, but I’m looking forward to trying it! I’ll let you know how it goes 😉 Thank you for the great recipes!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 12:06 pm

      It’s really pretty simple I have faith in you! Let me know how it comes out. Happy Thanksgiving 🙂

  12. Tara @ Running 'N' Reading says

    11/21/2014 at 12:27 pm

    Deborah, these recipes look amazing! I can’t wait to try the “Souper” Foods Soup; soups and stews are definitely fall favorites for me. Thank you for sharing these; I hope you have a great weekend and a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 1:44 pm

      Thanks! I hope you like it. Look for more fun soups coming soon.

  13. Sarah says

    11/21/2014 at 1:47 pm

    They all look delicious, I have two of them on my “to make” list!

    Right now I am all over pumpkin, apples, ginger, cinnamon, squash, beets, tea, and persimmons. I don’t host Thanksgiving but still need to make a few things. I am luck and get to host a big Christmas at our house.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 8:46 pm

      I would think your family wouldn’t let you off the hook so easily with all your fab recipes. I hope you like these let me know if you make them

  14. Jen says

    11/21/2014 at 1:59 pm

    The pumpkin kale lasagna sounds wonderful!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 8:46 pm

      Thanks! It really was so good!

  15. Lacey@fairytalesandfitness says

    11/21/2014 at 2:28 pm

    Pumpkin kale lasagna. ..oh my! One lasagna you don’t have to feel guilty eating. Sounds delicious!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 8:47 pm

      Definitely not! Enjoy 🙂

  16. Mary Beth Jackson says

    11/21/2014 at 3:02 pm

    I love the round up! You did such a nice job with these recipes – you are very creative!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 8:49 pm

      Aw thanks friend! Glad you like them

  17. Kristy @Runaway Bridal Planner says

    11/21/2014 at 3:42 pm

    I’ve loved these recipe’s as I have seen them on your blog! I think I said this the other day, but the cranberry recipe is actually on our list to make for Thanksgiving next week, I’ve already printed it off and sent it up to my sister and she’ll be buying the stuff for it in her shopping trip this weekend:)
    Thanks for always sharing such delicious meal ideas!!!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 8:49 pm

      Awesome! Hope you all enjoy

  18. Sherry says

    11/21/2014 at 3:47 pm

    The Mushroom, Kale & Fresh Pea stuffing looks good! I’m really loving foods with pumpkin right now. The pumpkin kale lasagna sounds good. 🙂

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 8:50 pm

      I am loving pumpkin too and the stuffing was great as well-enjoy!

  19. Diatta @ Femme Fitale Fit Club says

    11/21/2014 at 5:15 pm

    I admire everyone who can skip meat during Thanksgiving. Your sides look delicious and very creative.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 8:51 pm

      Thanks! I’ve been a vegetarian since I was 12 so no temptation there 🙂

  20. Stephanie says

    11/21/2014 at 5:16 pm

    I love these recipes! Looking forward to making the Cranberry sauce and the soup! My favorite fall recipe is macaroni and cheese… My holiday would not be complete without it! Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 9:49 pm

      I like a great mac n cheese too. I hope you enjoy the cranberry sauce. Happy Thanksgiving!

  21. Michelle @ Running with Attitude says

    11/21/2014 at 6:34 pm

    Great looking recipes! I especially want to try your cranberry sauce and the Souper Food soup! THanks for sharing!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 9:49 pm

      Thank you and I hope you and your family enjoy them.

  22. Caralyn @ glutenfreehappytummy says

    11/21/2014 at 6:57 pm

    oooh pumpkin lasagna! YUM!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 9:49 pm

      It is really good for one of your non paleo days right?!

  23. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says

    11/21/2014 at 7:43 pm

    I’m making lasagne for Thanksgiving! I don’t like the big turkey bird, so we’re just throwing it in pasta and cheese. 🙂

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 9:55 pm

      OH I am coming to your house! I’m a veg so I just watch everyone else eat it

  24. Sharon says

    11/21/2014 at 8:03 pm

    The Pumpkin Kale Lasagna sounds great! Will have to try. Thanks for the recipes!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 9:58 pm

      Hope you enjoy! I really liked the way it came out

  25. Coco says

    11/21/2014 at 9:30 pm

    Mmm. I want that last soup!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/21/2014 at 9:59 pm

      It was really good and since I was the only one who ate it, I froze it in little containers

  26. jill conyers says

    11/22/2014 at 8:38 am

    Yes, I’m hosting. It’s an every year thing and I enjoy it tremendously! Oatmeal. I’m lovin’ oatmeal right now. Pumpkin to be specific 🙂

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/22/2014 at 3:28 pm

      I am trying to make myself like oatmeal-no luck so far. Perhaps I need to try a few of your recipes

  27. Marcia says

    11/22/2014 at 9:46 am

    I am hosting THanksgiving and I’m planning on making your stuffing. I made a spinach/mushroom lasagna for the vegetarians as well and was hoping a lasagna was appropriate for Thanksgiving. I’m glad to see you’ve included one! Thanks for these ideas!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/22/2014 at 3:32 pm

      Oh thanks! I am so excited that you are making it and I hope your family enjoys it. I am sure the vegetarians will appreciate your making a meal for them-I always do 🙂 Happy Thanksgiving

  28. Mar @ Mar on the Run says

    11/22/2014 at 10:02 am

    Pumpkin Kale Lasagna – helllllooooo!!! YUM!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/22/2014 at 3:36 pm

      It was really really good. I can’t wait to make it again. Happy Thanksgiving

  29. Karen - Fit in France says

    11/22/2014 at 10:19 am

    We are invited to Thanksgiving by an American friend here in France. He makes everything himself and does not want anyone bringing anything… So I just enjoy it! Your recipes look yummy, especially the salad. Great idea.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/22/2014 at 3:38 pm

      That’s great that you have an American to celebrate with. I love Thanksgiving!

  30. Stephanie says

    11/22/2014 at 10:55 am

    These all look so amazing! The pumpkin kale lasagna has definitely caught my eye. I would never have thought to make a lasagna with pumpkin. Mind blown!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/22/2014 at 3:40 pm

      Ha ha! It came out so good and I can’t wait to make it again. Hope you give it a try 🙂

  31. Courtney @ Eat Pray Run DC says

    11/22/2014 at 12:24 pm

    i discovered just how easy homemade cranberry sauce was last year and it’s my favorite thing. SO simple and i’ll never buy canned again!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/22/2014 at 3:41 pm

      I know it is so easy and tastes so much better. Happy Thanksgiving!

  32. Alexis@Miles, Meals & Motherhood says

    11/22/2014 at 6:36 pm

    That warm vegetable salad looks amazing! I need to bring dishes to Thanksgiving that I can eat, I think this just made the cut.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/22/2014 at 7:27 pm

      Well thanks I’m flattered! It looks really pretty with all of the colors. Hope your family enjoys it!

  33. Akaleistar says

    11/22/2014 at 10:49 pm

    The recipes look yummy! I can’t believe Thanksgiving is next week!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/23/2014 at 7:40 pm

      I know how did that happen? And thanks! 🙂

  34. John @ run. geek. run(disney) says

    11/23/2014 at 12:10 am

    These are some great looking recipes. I’ll have to pick one to try, after all the holiday craziness dies down and I have time to try things like that again.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/23/2014 at 7:41 pm

      Hope you do! Thanks for stopping by and Happy Thanksgiving

  35. Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home says

    11/23/2014 at 3:41 pm

    That soup looks amazing! Is it like chili?

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/23/2014 at 7:42 pm

      thanks! No it really is much thinner like a soup. Stay tuned though chili is coming 🙂

  36. Debbie @ Deb Runs says

    11/24/2014 at 12:34 am

    Your Warm Fall Vegetable Salad with Lemon Dressing sounds delicious, so I just pinned it to try sometime!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/24/2014 at 8:18 am

      Thanks! I hope you enjoy it

  37. Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes says

    11/25/2014 at 8:24 am

    These all look delicious! You always have great recipes!!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      11/25/2014 at 8:46 am

      Thanks! Hope you give them a try

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