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...]
How To Make A Winter Veggie Power Bowl
Thanks for joining me and Sarah for Meatless Monday today. I don't know about you but I have been enjoying lots of holiday treats this week. I am paying just a little more attention to making sure the rest of my meals are high quality to balance it all out. I've also mentioned a few times that I've been experimenting with new to me veggies from my CSA box. This week I am going to show you How To make a Winter Veggie Power Bowl. This week I got some really interesting veggies. On top of … [Read more...]
Fall Superfood Salad-Meatless Monday
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Wow this month totally flew by! I've been sticking to my no pumpkin rule until October so I am almost home free. I am just loving all of the fall produce and working on creating seasonal dishes. There is so much deliciousness to choose from right now. Today, I'm sharing one of my go autumn faves. This Fall Superfood salad is jam packed with healthy goodness. Fall Superfood Salad I've combined some of the best "superfoods" all in … [Read more...]
Lentil Tabouleh Salad- Meatless Monday
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today! I am combining some of my favorite foods together today to bring you another delicious summer salad. This Lentil Tabouleh Salad is so simple to make and is a great make ahead lunch or side. Traditional Tabouleh salad is packed with heart healthy Mediterranean foods like tomatoes, olive oil, lemon and Bulgar Wheat. I've added in lentils to bump up the nutritional value even more. Bulgar Wheat is made from dried and cracked whole … [Read more...]
Greek Pasta Salad with a Twist
Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today! I am continuing on my theme of preparing easy, cold dishes that I can enjoy for lunch or dinner for a few days. With this heat, I do not want to be cooking everyday for sure! Today, I am sharing my twist on a Greek Pasta Salad that I know you will love. It's simple and oh so yummy. To me, Greek Salads just scream summer. I took all of my favorite ingredients of a Greek Salad and added some pasta to make it more of a meal. This … [Read more...]
