Confessions of a Mother Runner

Healthy Living, Running & Vegetarian

Easy Muffin Pan Huevos Rancheros Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I know we are still a few weeks away from Cinco De Mayo but seriously I could eat Mexican inspired foods all the time. Oh wait, I do eat Mexican inspired foods all the time. I took one of my favorite protein packed meals and turned it into an easy any day of the week treat. These Easy Muffin Pan Huevos Rancheros are seriously delish. I am excited to share them with you today. Easy Muffin Pan Huevos Rancheros I love a tasty, cheesy, … [Read more...]

Roasted Chermoula Eggplant with Farro and Spiced Chick Peas

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Thanks for joining me and Sarah for Meatless Monday today. Hope everyone had a lovely Passover and Easter weekend with friends and family. I feel very lucky to have both my kids home with us this past week. My daughter has been studying in Tel Aviv this semester and her visit home inspired us to make an Israeli themed dinner. This Roasted Chermoula Eggplant with Farro and Spiced Chick Peas could not have been more delicious. I am so excited to share the recipe with you. Roasted Chermoula … [Read more...]

Spring Carrot and Pea Frittata Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Although it may not feel like it, we are on Spring Break this week. With both Passover and Easter this week, I wanted to create a recipe that would be appropriate for either celebration. Eggs, to me, personify spring and they are one of my favorite protein choices. I took the spirit of the season and added into my Spring Carrot and Pea Frittata. Spring Carrot and Pea Frittata When I think about the foods of spring, carrots and peas … [Read more...]

5 Layer Mediterranean Rice Dip Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Who else is excited about March Madness? Although it seems like most people have already busted out of their brackets, it sure is fun to watch and share in the excitement of the games. Of course every major sports event requires fabulous snacks to enjoy while watching the game. Today, I am sharing an easy and oh so delicious 5 Layer Mediterranean Rice Dip you and your guests will dive right into. This post is sponsored by Mambo Sprouts … [Read more...]

Creamy Avocado, Asparagus and Broccoli Soup

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Thanks for joining me and Sarah for Meatless Monday today. Being that spring is sort of in the air and it's almost St. Patrick's Day, I knew a green themed recipe was required today. I took a few of my favorite green veggies and combined them into one delicious Creamy Avocado, Asparagus and Broccoli Soup. It's vegan and dairy free so everyone is happy today. Creamy Avocado, Asparagus and Broccoli Soup If you  have a hard time eating your veggies, this soup is for you! Loaded with healthy … [Read more...]

Spaghetti Squash Mac and Cheese Bake Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. It's winter one day and summer the next around here lately. We have also had a ton of rain off and on. All of this crazy weather just makes me crave some comfort food. What's one of my favorite comfort foods? Mac and cheese of course! Today, I've taken my love of all things cheesy and created a healthier version. I am sharing my Spaghetti Squash Mac and Cheese Bake with you and hope that you find it as yummy and comforting as I … [Read more...]

Veggie Packed Marinara Sauce

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Every great home chef needs to have a fabulous homemade Marinara sauce in their arsenal. Marinara sauce is the key to so many fabulous Italian meals. Did someone say pizza?  So what is so special about my Veggie Packed Marinara Sauce? It's packed full of enough veggies to meet your daily requirements and then some. Veggie Packed Marinara Sauce Like any delicious Marinara Sauce, this one starts off with some San Marzano canned … [Read more...]

Curried Creamy Cauliflower and Kale Soup

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. It just so happens that our monthly soup club swap was yesterday. I love to warm up with up with a hearty bowl of goodness after a chilly run. What makes the perfect bowl of soup? For me, it's a pot full of flavors, textures and lots of plant based goodness. That's just what I have to share with you today with this Curried Creamy Cauliflower and Kale Soup. Curried Creamy Cauliflower and Kale Soup This Curried Creamy Cauliflower and … [Read more...]

Hummus and Pistachio Crusted Tofu Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. As I have mentioned a few times lately, I am really working hard to up my protein intake. As a vegetarian, that can certainly take some creative cooking. Otherwise, I can end up eating the same meals over and over again. I created this Hummus and Pistachio Crusted Tofu with free samples I received of Wonderful Pistachios. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Wonderful Pistachios and am eligible to win prizes … [Read more...]

Southwestern Avocado Egg Salad

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Since the new year, I have been really focusing on upping the amount of protein in my diet. As a vegetarian, that can be challenging! A girl can only eat so many beans right? Eating Hard boiled Eggs is one of my favorite high protein snacks. Sure plain hard boiled eggs are good but this Southwestern Avocado Egg Salad is going to be one of your new favorites. Thanks to Great Day Farms for sponsoring this post. All opinions and recipes are … [Read more...]

Vegetable Enchilada Lasagna Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I don't know if it's the colder temps or what but I've been craving heartier more seasoned foods lately. Mexican foods have such yummy spices to them like cumin, coriander and chili pepper that make the whole house smell delicious when you cook with them. Today, I've taken 2 favorite dishes and combined them into one spectacular Vegetable Enchilada Lasagna. Vegetable Enchilada Lasagna Although I am a pasta lover at heart, I've been … [Read more...]

Cajun White Bean, Vegan Sausage and Kale Soup Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. We are used to having a little bit of a cold winter here in the DC area but we do not usually get slammed with weeks of crazy single digit temps. Thanks #BombCyclone for the frigid start to the year. All these chilly temps have me craving all the soup I can get. I know you all are going to love this easy and healthy Cajun White Bean, Vegan Sausage and Kale Soup I have to share with you today. Cajun White Bean, Vegan Sausage and Kale … [Read more...]