Confessions of a Mother Runner

Healthy Living, Running & Vegetarian

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...]

Beet, Goat Cheese And Hummus Sandwich- Your New Favorite Lunch

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. So normally, I have some sort of big salad with a plant based protein for lunch. One of my favorite salads is roasted beet, goat cheese and walnuts. Sometimes you just need something a little heartier for lunch. I got this genius idea to take one of my best loved salads and turn it into a Beet, Goat Cheese And Hummus Sandwich. Trust me, it's going to be your new favorite lunch!   Beet, Goat Cheese And Hummus … [Read more...]

Eggtastic Mediterranean Energy Bowl Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining me and Sarah for Meatless Monday today. The last few weeks, I have really been working on upping my protein intake. As a vegetarian, that can take some extra thought and planning. Eggs have always been a huge part of my diet and I love to find new tasty ways to incorporate them into my meals. Enter today's Eggtastic Mediterranean Energy Bowl full of healthy, protein rich AllWhites® and plant based goodness.  Eggtastic Mediterranean Energy Bowl I am all about the ease of … [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...]

Creamy Lemon Tahini Kale Salad with Spicy Chick Pea Croutons

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I can't believe Thanksgiving is next week! While I still have not finalized our menu yet, I am thinking about adding this Creamy Lemon Tahini Kale Salad with Spicy Chick Pea Croutons to the mix. I like to offer some lighter sides to pair with the heavier traditional Thanksgiving potatoes and stuffing. Adding the pomegranate seeds gives this hearty salad a nice festive look that will brighten up your holiday table. Creamy Lemon … [Read more...]

Sheet Pan Eggplant Cous Cous + Cookbook Giveaway

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. So I've been a little obsessed with Sheet Pan meals since I made Honey Pineapple Tofu bowls last month. It doesn't get easier than one pan meals does it?! Coincidentally, I was sent a copy of Raquel Pelzel's new book Sheet Pan Suppers Meatless (Copyright© 2017) and dove right into it. I modified one of her recipes to come up with my Sheet Pan Eggplant Cous Cous Dinner to share with you today. Wait there's more-I am also giving away a … [Read more...]

Asian Slaw with Crunchy Noodles and Oranges

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Thanks for joining me and Sarah for Meatless Monday today. Hope you all had a fabulous long weekend and found some time to do something fun for Labor Day. I realized the other day, while making lunch, that I have been making variations of this delicious Asian Slaw with Crunchy Noodles and Oranges for years but I have not yet shared the recipe with you. This is one of those really easy salads that literally takes less than 10 minutes from start to finish. Asian Slaw with Crunchy Noodles and … [Read more...]

Greek Panzanella Salad with Tzatziki Dressing

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Happy Meatless Monday! Thanks for joining me and Sarah today. I could not let summer end without one more tomato inspired recipe. I have been loving all the tomatoes this summer and I hit the farmer's market yesterday for one last big batch. My favorite ways to enjoy tomatoes are in Greek Salads, Caprese Salads and Panzanella salads. I could not decide which I wanted to make so I combined them all into one. Today's Greek Panzanella Salad with Tzatziki Dressing hits all of my sweet spots and … [Read more...]

Summer Bounty Pearled Cous Cous Salad

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. 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 Jalapeno Dressing. Summer Bounty Pearled Cous Cous Salad with Cilantro Jalapeno Dressing I was looking to create something light and summery using my favorite … [Read more...]

Crispy Chick Pea & Farro Power Bowl with Tahini Dressing

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. As the temps are heating up, I am so not wanting to eat hot foods. I am also not wanting to spend lots of time cooking. Sound familiar? One of my favorite go to meals are veggie power bowls and today I've got a power packed Crispy Chick Pea & Farro Power Bowl with Tahini Dressing that I know you will love. Thanks to Moms Meet and Flavor your life for sponsoring this post and providing me with European Extra Virgin Olive Oil.  All … [Read more...]

Sicilian Summer Pasta Salad Meatless Monday

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Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. After a chilly and rainy May, it's finally starting to feel like summer around here. Warmer days mean that I am craving more salads and easier meals that have me spending less time in the kitchen. I also want to make sure I am eating a nice balance of carbs and protein to fuel all of my summer adventures. Today's Sicilian Summer Pasta Salad does just that. It's super easy to prepare and enjoy as a meal or a side. Sicilian Summer Pasta … [Read more...]

Curried Chick Pea Salad in Collard Green Wraps

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Thanks so much for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Now that spring is here to stay, I am looking for some lighter, protein packed lunches. I love to use beans as a protein source because they are so filling and so adaptable. The key for me is finding new ways to prepare them with different seasoning blends so I don't get bored. Today's Curried Chick Pea Salad in Collard Green Wraps brings a pop of flavors I know you will love. Curried Chick Pea Salad in Collard Green … [Read more...]