Confessions of a Mother Runner

Healthy Living, Running & Vegetarian

7 Layer Mediterranean Salad-Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday! With the yummy spring produce coming out, I just want to eat all the salad all day long. With Easter, Passover and Mother's Day quickly approaching, this is a fantastic easy salad for entertaining. Packed with veggies along with hummus, feta and tabouleh this 7 layer Mediterranean Salad makes a great presentation. I took many of my favorite Mediterranean salad components: lettuce, tomato, hummus, chick peas, tabouleh, feta and cucumber … [Read more...]

5 Minute Mexican Caesar Salad Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and Me for Meatless Monday today. There is a salad place I frequent with my run crew which has all kinds of creative made especially for you fantastic salad blends. Do salads always taste better when someone else makes them for you? Not this time! I have figured out how to make this oh so yummy Mexican Caesar Salad in just 5 minutes. Trust me 5 minutes the most perfect salad for lunch or dinner. 5 Minute Mexican Caesar Salad As with many salads, one of the keys to … [Read more...]

Curried Chick Pea, Green Apple & Cashew Salad Sandwich

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. While I was completely obsessed with "all the soups" the last few weeks, my heart has me dreaming of slightly warmer temps. Lately, I have been craving wraps and sandwiches for lunches. This Curried Chick Pea, Green Apple & Cashew Salad Sandwich hits all the marks flavor and nutrition wise. Curried Chick Pea, Green Apple & Cashew Salad Sandwich Chick peas (I use Goya brand) are one of my favorite sources of vegetarian … [Read more...]

Caprese Lover’s Greens & Grains Salad

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Even though it's winter, I am enjoying coming with and eating all kinds of fiber filled salads. After all the great feedback I got from last week's Greek Grains and Greens Salad, I decided to bring you another greens and grains based dish. This Caprese Lover's Greens and Grains Salad is hearty enough for dinner and delicious for lunch leftovers the next day. Caprese Lover's Greens and Grain Salad Today, I am using Arugula for my … [Read more...]

Greek Style Greens and Grains Bowl w Lemon Tahini

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I am ready to take on the New Year with all kinds of delicious new recipes coming your way this year. This week, I am still in Holiday Recover mode and my body is craving clean, fresh veggies. This Greek Style Greens and Grains Bowl with Lemon Tahini Dressing is off the charts delish. It's fresh, it's crunchy and full of good for you veggies and plant based protein. Greek Style Greens and Grains Bowl So what's in this amazing Greek … [Read more...]

Hearty Fall Harvest Salad with Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette

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Thanks for joining Sarah and Me for Meatless Monday today. I am so enjoying finding all kinds of new ways to enjoy the delicious fall veggies. Some of my most favorite recipes come about purely by accident based on what I have in the house at the moment. I knew I wanted to create a filling salad with both warm and room temperature ingredients. This Hearty Fall Harvest Salad with maple balsamic just fell together in one yummy bowl. Hearty Fall Harvest Salad with Maple Balsamic … [Read more...]

Chopped Thai Tempeh Edamame Salad with Peanut Curry Dressing

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. In my never ending quest to add more quality plant based protein into my diet, I've combined so much goodness into this Chopped Thai Tempeh Edamame Salad that you will not be able to get enough. Add in the Peanut Curry Dressing and this will become your new favorite salad. Chopped Thai Tempeh Edamame Salad with Peanut Curry Dressing I love a good chopped salad!  Something about all of that shredded crunchy goodness leaves me … [Read more...]

Sweet and Spicy Apple Jicama Slaw Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Wow we are already into the last Monday of August. My how this summer has flown by! I could not let summer end without sharing one last BBQ party worthy salad with you all. This Sweet and Spicy Apple Jicama Slaw is just the dish to send summer off with a delicious end. Sweet and Spicy Apple Jicama Slaw This Sweet and Spicy Apple Jicama Slaw could not be easier to throw together for a last minute BBQ or quick family meal side. … [Read more...]

Summer Bounty Pearled Cous Cous Salad

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Today's recipe is updated from a previous post. I could not let summer and all it's fantastic veggies go by without one more salad. I knew I wanted to combine all of the summer goodness into one delicious salad and, if I say so myself, I think I've done it with this Summer Bounty Pearled Cous Cous Salad with Cilantro Jalapeño Dressing. Summer Bounty Pearled Cous Cous Salad with Cilantro Jalapeño Dressing I was looking to create … [Read more...]

Skinny Mexican Street Corn Salad

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. All this hot and humid weather has me eating #AllTheSalads all the time. I am also always looking for new and exciting ways to prepare them. I've got a great twist for you all today with this easy Skinny Mexican Street Corn Salad. Skinny Mexican Street Corn Salad So why "skinny"? Traditional Mexican Street Corn is usually prepared with garlic mayo and Cojito cheese. While occasional mayo consumption never hurt anyone, I wanted to … [Read more...]

Summer Watermelon and Grain Bowl Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Since most of the country has been having a heat wave the past few weeks, it seem appropriate to share a refreshing made for summer meal. This Summer Watermelon and Grain Bowl hits the spot and keeps you cool as a cucumber. Summer Watermelon and Grain Bowl There is really nothing better on a hot summer day than watermelon am I right? Pair that with some cool cucumbers and greens and grains and you've got yourself the perfect meal. … [Read more...]

Grilled Celery and Blue Cheese Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday too. Still trying to get myself back on track after last week's travel and looking for easy and healthy meals. I am also of the belief that most, if not all, veggies taste better on the grill. I am not sure exactly what inspired this Grilled Celery and Blue Cheese but I do know, it was crazy delicious. Grilled Celery and Blue Cheese I've been out to eat with my family where they pushed over their celery and blue cheese dip to me thinking … [Read more...]