Skip store-bought dressing and make this classic balsamic vinaigrette in minutes! The combination of tangy balsamic vinegar, olive oil, shallots and a touch of dijon mustard creates a flavorful dressing to make any salad more exciting. Balsamic vinaigrette is a popular dressing offered at most restaurants when ordering a salad. Although have you ever tried …
This clean eating chickpea black bean salad recipe is one of the simplest meat-free meals you can make! As I type this, I’m sitting in a tiny house in Oakland, California, at a small desk pictured below. I found it on Air BnB and thought it would be a great way to test out tiny …
I’ve never really eaten bacon often enough to be any kind of expert, but one thing I can tell you for sure – this raw eggplant bacon is delicious! To be honest, I’m not even sure why I felt the need to make a raw vegan substitute for bacon, but I’m really glad that I …
Crispy and easy Air Fryer Tofu is a speedy weeknight dinner. Packed with flavor this crispy fried tofu is the most delicious vegan or vegetarian recipe you can make in under 30 minutes. For many people, tofu is a non-starter. I get it. Everyone has different tastes and some just haven’t tried tofu in the …
Harvest Wild Rice Salad with Maple Vinaigrette is a hearty wild rice salad with roasted butternut squash, cranberries, hazelnuts and goat cheese! {GF, Vegan option} **This post was originally published in October 2014. I’ve updated the photos and recipe, but most of the text remains the same. Warning! I’m going to complain about the intense …
My hubby and I are BIG on hosting people in our home. We honestly feel that there aren’t many things better in life than opening up your home to your friends and connecting over food. This has been something we’ve practiced for years and it seems that in this last year, where life has gotten …
I caught a few minutes of A Tree Grows in Brooklyn the other night and was reminded of how much I love stories like that and The Grapes of Wrath. They really make me thankful for every little thing I have and remind me that even if I feel like times are hard, I really …
This Salmon Chopped Salad recipe is quick and easy to make, packed with protein, healthy fats and it’s flavoured with lemon vinaigrette. The other day I made a delicious dinner with broiled salmon and some roasted veggies as a side dinner. It was a perfect healthy and tasty dinner for spring. The next day for lunch …
Easy tomato basil soup that’s creamy and smooth with a generous amount of herbs for maximum flavor. Fresh tomatoes and garlic cloves are also roasted to concentrate the sweet and earthy notes. Each spoonful is a delight! A big bowl of homemade tomato basil soup is a healthy and comforting appetizer. Whether you’re dipping hunks …
Chicken Teriyaki Meal Prep, made with lean chicken breast tenders, roasted vegetables, and quinoa, is an easy and healthy way to start any week. Use homemade or storebought teriyaki sauce for this fast and delicious 30-minute meal prep idea. Meal Prep is my favorite way to prevent unwanted snacking throughout the day and include this Meal …