Healthy. Delicious. Simple. Plants.
Nothing quite says warm and cozy fall meal like a nice bowl of comforting chili does, and this Roasted Veggie Chili really hits the spot by including some great fall vegetables and a deep complex flavor. Roasting the veggies really helps to give it that extra rich flavor every chili needs, and makes a meat not necessary to attain that flavor.
This Roasted Veggie Chili is awesome for football Sunday’s! Go Seahawks!
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I have never understood why Brussels Sprouts have gotten such a bad rap as the “disgusting vegetable”. They are so good! I am guessing it all comes down to them not being cooked the right way, which definitely can ruin them. Roasted is the way to go people, roasted all the way. These Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts are very timely for the season as well because they make a fabulous and easy side dish for your holiday dinner table. They are extra awesome for the holidays because they add great nutrition and a low calorie option to the feasting, and they are so easy therefore not adding a bunch of extra work!
Ok, who here was well into adult hood before you knew that these were called “Brussels” sprouts, with an S, as in the capitol of Belgium? *Raises hand*. Hopefully I am not alone in this. I never heard the “S” or made the connection until honestly, last year. I could not find a straight answer as to whether they were called this because they originated in the Brussels, but that is where the name came from for some reason or another….
These Sage Sautéd White Beans are the fastest and easiest side dish or snack ever! Essentially just open a can of beans and sauté them up! Only 4 ingredients and 5 minutes!
These are an awesome last minute side dish because it is easy to have all 4 of the ingredients on hand always, and it is takes less than 5 minutes.
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Healthy low carb quick and easy take out made at home?? Oh yes. This Cauliflower “Fried Rice” really is one of my favorites! It satisfies that take out craving, but is so healthy you can eat the whole box worth because it is basically just a big plate of vegetables!
Replacing the rice with cauliflower makes it low calorie and low carb, and cauliflower also adds a great dose of nutrition from the cruciferous vegetable. The protein from the tofu and the peas make it filling and satisfying.
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Vibrant colors, fresh flavors, packed with awesome nutrition. This is what I love about all salads, and this Asian Kale Salad is no exception! The heartiness of the kale and the asian flavors also really help to spice up the ol’ salad routine.
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Want to spice up your Taco Tuesday (or Wednesday or Thursday)? Try a taco salad! This Vegan Taco Salad has no meat or dairy, but trust me, it doesn’t need it. It is full of all the taco flavors and textures you could ask for and is very filling.
Taco night is a staple in our house at least once a week. My husband doesn’t want salad every night (like I often do) and this recipe is great because I can have a salad while he has tacos, and we don’t have to make two totally different meals. Same ingredients, mine just goes in a bowl with more lettuce! Makes for a great his & hers meal;)
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Guilt free, dairy free, and the vegan ranch dressing with healthy fats? Great! So versatile too! Fresh veggie dip, salad dressing, artichoke dip, sandwich spread, anything you love ranch on. My favorite use is on my Vegan Taco Salad recipe (coming soon!).
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These collard wraps are awesome! So healthy and filling and yummy! They are super quick to make and are portable, one of my favorite hiking lunches (or packed lunch in general) because I can quickly throw them together fast in the morning, provide me with lasting energy, and don’t get soggy like sandwich bread can!
Collards are hearty and easier to wrap because they stay together better than lettuce or other greens wrapping methods. Trust me, I’ve tried many methods. I honestly don’t know how they make the lettuce wraps work so well at restaurants!
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Need a 5 minute healthy snack that makes fresh veggies tastier and more filling? This Avocado White Bean Hummus is it! It is super quick, goes great with fresh veggies or in sandwiches/wraps, and it is full of protein and healthy fats to make your snack more satisfying and last longer.
This hummus is super quick and can be made with just 5 ingredients that are often on hand. Best of all it will last for a few days in the fridge so make a big batch and keep it on hand for after work/school snacks, or as a great on-the-go snack.
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