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
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
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
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
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...]
Crispy Chick Pea & Farro Power Bowl with Tahini Dressing
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
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
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...]
Strawberry Margaritas & Vegetarian Cinco De Mayo Favorites
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I can't believe it's the first day of May already! That deserves some special attention in the form of some Cinco De Mayo fun foods. I am doing something a little bit different today with a fun version of a Strawberry Margarita. Can't have Cinco De Mayo without margaritas right? Strawberry Margaritas Most margaritas that you find in restaurants are really just sugary pre-made mixes but why not make your Strawberry Margarita just a … [Read more...]
Tex Mex Brown Rice Salad with Jalapeno Vinaigrette
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. As I am getting closer to my race season, I find myself needing some more carbs in my diet. I want to make sure they are high quality carbs paired with lots of plant based protein. That's where this delicious Tex Mex Brown Rice Salad with Jalapeno Vinaigrette comes in. It's the perfect blend of carbs, veggie based protein and Tex Mex flavors. Tex Mex Brown Rice Salad with Jalapeno Vinaigrette I chose to use brown rice in this … [Read more...]
Carrot “rice”, Asparagus and Fresh Pea Salad with Lemon Vinaigarette
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. It's finally starting to feel like spring around here and that means that all the great spring veggies are out. Carrots just epitomize Easter and Passover so this week I've taken a few of my favorite veggies and combined them into one delicious, easy and healthy Carrot "rice", Asparagus and Fresh Pea Salad. Carrot "rice", Asparagus and Fresh Pea Salad Carrots are so versatile aren't they? For this salad, I've simply shredded or … [Read more...]
Best of Meatless Monday 2016
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Since this is the last Meatless Monday of 2016, I thought it fitting to a little recap of some of my favorite recipes from the last year. Perhaps there are a few recipes that are new to you. Thanks for checking out my Best of Meatless Monday 2016. These Espresso Oatmeal Blueberry bites bursting with blueberries and espresso make the perfect pre or post workout snack. Find the full recipe here Looking for a quick and … [Read more...]
