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Southwestern Wedge Salad with Buttermilk Dill Dressing Meatless Monday

08/26/2019 by Deborah Brooks

southwestern wedge salad

Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I could not let summer slip away without one more salad recipe for you. While traveling in Indiana last week, I had a salad similar to this Southwestern Wedge Salad with Buttermilk Dill Dressing that was so good I just had to recreate it. Here's my not so traditional take on a wedge salad. Southwestern Wedge Salad with Buttermilk Dill Dressing Iceberg lettuce often gets a bad rap! Admittedly, it has been years since I have had … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gluten Free, Main Dishes-Vegetarian, Meatless Monday, Recipes, Salads Tagged With: easy, gluten free, meatless Monday, salads, Southwestern, vegetarian

Jalapeño Quinoa Lentil Slaw

08/12/2019 by Deborah Brooks

Jalapeño Quinoa Lentil Slaw

Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today.  Cilantro, lime, jalapeño yes please! I've taken a few of my favorite frequent eats and combined them into one easy and delicious Mexican inspired bowl of yum. This Jalapeño Quinoa Lentil Slaw is perfect for summer BBQ's or any day of the week. I recently made this again and remembered how delish it is so I am sharing it with you all again. Jalapeño Quinoa Lentil Slaw I was looking to bump up the nutrition on classic slaw so, I've … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gluten Free, Healthy living, Main Dishes-Vegetarian, Meatless Monday, Recipes, Salads Tagged With: Cinco de Mayo, meatless Monday, salads, Vegan

Beets, Goat Cheese and Farro Salad with Orange Poppy Seed Dressing

07/22/2019 by Deborah Brooks

beets, goat cheese and farro salad with orange poppy seed dressing

Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. It has been beyond hot around here and I am all about finding easy meals that keep me away from the stove. Today's Beet, Goat Cheese and Farro Salad with Orange Poppy Seed Dressing hits all the marks for me! It's simple and so easy to make ahead. Beets, Goat cheese and Farro Salad Beets and goat cheese has long been a favorite combo of mine. I wanted to give it a little more oomph to fill me up and came up with the idea to add in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Meatless Monday, Recipes, Salads Tagged With: beets, Farro, goat cheese, healthy salads, meatless Monday, poppy seed dressing, salads, summer eats, vegetarian

Greek Orzo Salad Meatless Monday

07/08/2019 by Deborah Brooks

Greek Orzo Salad

Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. All of this warm summer weather has me craving cool, lighter veggie packed meals like this Greek Orzo Salad. Minimal prep time that is perfect for lunch or dinner. This post was sponsored by Better Than Bouillon as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. All opinions are my own. Greek Orzo Salad I have been using Better Than Bouillon vegan certified vegetable bases for years in my soups and chilis. Most recently, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Main Dishes-Vegetarian, Meatless Monday, Recipes, Salads Tagged With: Greek Salad, meatless Monday, Orzo, salads, summer salad, vegetarian

Strawberry, Blueberry, Avocado, Quinoa and Kale Salad

06/10/2019 by Deborah Brooks

Strawberry, blueberry, avocado, quinoa and kale salad

Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Now that I am back and recovered from all of my travels, I am ready to get back on track with my eating. Don't get me wrong, I loved sampling all of the local cuisine while traveling but a girl's gotta fit into her running clothes! This Strawberry, Blueberry, Avocado, Quinoa and Kale salad is the perfect light summer salad you are looking for. Strawberry, Blueberry, Avocado, Quinoa and Kale Salad The strawberries and blueberries … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Meatless Monday, Recipes, Salads Tagged With: blueberries, dairy free, easy, gluten free, meatless Monday, salads, strawberries, Vegan

5 Minute Mexican Caesar Salad Meatless Monday

03/04/2019 by Deborah Brooks

Mexican Caesar Salad

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...]

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Curried Chick Pea, Green Apple & Cashew Salad Sandwich

02/18/2019 by Deborah Brooks

Curried Chickpea, Green apple & cashew salad

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...]

Filed Under: Gluten Free, Main Dishes-Vegetarian, Meatless Monday, Recipes, Salads Tagged With: gluten free, lunch, meatless Monday, salads, sandwich, Vegan

Hearty Fall Harvest Salad with Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette

11/12/2018 by Deborah Brooks

hearty fall harvest salad

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...]

Filed Under: Main Dishes-Vegetarian, Meatless Monday, Recipes, Salads Tagged With: easy, fall salad, meatless Monday, salads, vegetarian

Chopped Thai Tempeh Edamame Salad with Peanut Curry Dressing

10/08/2018 by Deborah Brooks

Chopped Thai Tempeh Edamame

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...]

Filed Under: Gluten Free, Healthy living, Main Dishes-Vegetarian, Meatless Monday, Recipes, Salads Tagged With: curry, meatless Monday, peanut, salads, Tempeh, Thai, Vegan

Sweet and Spicy Apple Jicama Slaw Meatless Monday

08/27/2018 by Deborah Brooks

Sweet and Spicy Apple Jicama slaw

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...]

Filed Under: Gluten Free, Main Dishes-Vegetarian, Meatless Monday, Recipes, Salads Tagged With: gluten free, healthy, low calorie, meatless Monday, salads

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

03/05/2018 by Deborah Brooks

Beet, Goat Cheese and Hummus Sandwich

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...]

Filed Under: Healthy living, Main Dishes-Vegetarian, Meatless Monday, Recipes, Salads Tagged With: beets, goat cheese, lunch, meatless Monday, salads, sandwich

Creamy Lemon Tahini Kale Salad with Spicy Chick Pea Croutons

11/13/2017 by Deborah Brooks

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...]

Filed Under: Appetizers/Snacks, Gluten Free, Meatless Monday, Recipes, Salads Tagged With: gluten free, holiday, kale, meatless Monday, salads, Vegan

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Hi, I’m Deborah

Successfully raising a husband & 2 teens in the VA/DC area. I am a lover of all things running & fitness. As a life long vegetarian, I’ve always been passionate about healthy living & exercise. Looking for partners in crime, I started my own chapter of Moms Run This Town (MRTT) which has grown to over 700 members. I’ve met so many amazing women who inspire me daily to keep moving forward. You can usually find me running with my crew and training for the next crazy adventure they talked me into.
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Hi, I’m Deborah

Hi I'm Deborah! I spend my days successfully raising a husband & 2 teens in the VA/DC area. I am a lover of all things running & fitness. As a life long vegetarian, I've always been passionate about healthy living & exercise. Looking for partners in crime, I started my own chapter of Moms Run This Town (MRTT) which has grown to over 700 members. I've met so many amazing women who inspire me daily to keep moving forward. You can usually find me running with my crew and training for the next crazy adventure they talked me into. Read More…

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As most of my regular readers are aware, I’ve been working hard to come back from my hamstring/hip injury. The holiday season is one of my favorite times to race. I love the costumes, the festive atmosphere, the families that come out and run together. I was not about to let my injury ruin all […]

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7 Healthy Vegetarian Soups to Eat This Winter

Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Soup season is upon us! For me, there is nothing better than coming in from a cold run and enjoying a nice piping hot bowl of goodness to warm me up from the inside out. I am sharing my favorite 7 Healthy Vegetarian Soups to […]

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