Appetizers

Appetizers are just as important as the main course meals. They prepare the mind for the delicious meal to come. These are simple vegetarian appetizers and vegan appetizers for the whole family to enjoy.

Vegan Waffles Recipe with Kale

Homemade Kale Vegan Waffles for two are so easy to make and they are super delicious. I made a whole stack of these waffles for Sunday brunch and they were no leftovers! Yes, you can taste the kale in it, so, there won’t be any leftovers! Do you own a waffle maker? I have never…

Vegan Burritos (Freezer Friendly)

The easiest vegan burritos recipe made with natural ingredients wrapped in a Mission® Gluten Free Soft Taco Tortilla. These burritos are freezer-friendly, so, make a whole batch and freeze them for up to six months. This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Mission®. All opinions are entirely my own. How much…

Mexican Bean Dip

The best Mexican bean dip with Warm Cream Cheese and refried beans. Topped with 3 types of cheese before being heated in the oven. This vegetarian bean dip is super easy to make and tastes soooo good! Is there a more delicious sight than melted cheese? This dip has everything I want in my bean…

Mandarin Orange Smoothie

A Quick 5-minute summer smoothie made with all vegan ingredients. This Mandarin orange smoothie has only a few ingredients and is packed with antioxidants, vitamin C, K and many vitamin B’s. When summer rolls around, do you feel like you need a new smoothie recipe? I always like new smoothie recipes for those hot summer…

Couscous Salad Made in the Pressure Cooker

How to cook couscous in a pressure cooker? Just add water and cook it for 5 minutes. Once it’s cooked, make this vegan couscous salad with Greek flavors. Its perfect to take on picnics or as a light lunch recipe “Couscous: the food is so nice, they named it twice!” ~ From the 2008 movie…

Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

Roasted fingerling potatoes in a rich vegan butter sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, onions and fresh oregano. This is how potatoes are done!! Make this a side dish or eat it by itself. They are simply irresistible. Can you taste the delicious sun-dried tomatoes just by looking at this picture? I am droooooling just by looking…

Refried Beans Made In A Pressure Cooker

How to make refried beans in a pressure cooker? The process is very simple and you don’t even need to soak your pinto beans overnight. Place ingredients in the pressure cooker and let it cook by itself. Use in tostadas, chili or enchiladas! Someone once told me that refried beans are to Mexican food like…

Sofrito Recipe With Cuban Flavors

What is sofrito? Its a simple tomato-based sauce that is easy to prepare and can be used as a base in many Cuban and Latin recipes. This version is slightly on the spicy side because that’s how Cuban food is best enjoyed! This recipe was part of a guest post I wrote on Debra‘s Blog…

Beer Pretzel Bites with Jalapeno

Simple Beer Pretzel Bites made with easy ingredients is the perfect poolside appetizer or take to picnics. I added cheese in some and jalapeno in others. Making pretzels at home is so easy and delicious. Do you know one of the many perks of living in Florida? There is a swimming pool around every corner!…

Panko Bread Crumbs Made From Stale Bread

How to make panko bread crumbs from stale bread? Its very quick and easy to make homemade bread crumbs using day old bread that might be going stale. I love homemade anything! Its the challenge of making something myself that always inspires me to try. There is nothing wrong with the store bought version of…

Pineapple Smoothie Recipe with Jalapeno

Have you tried a pineapple smoothie recipe with a little kick? I like adding a little kick to my smoothie and jalapeno is exactly what I need! Adding a little mint to it gives it a cooling taste. This is now the best green smoothie ever and its great for any time of the year….

Grilled Cheese Sandwich With Mushrooms

A simple Grilled Cheese Sandwich made with UDI’s® Gluten Free Multigrain Bread. This sandwich has a layer of homemade spicy kale hummus with a medley of roasted mushrooms in the middle. I added a thin slice of pepper jack cheese for the perfect hearty lunch recipe This post is sponsored by Udi’s Gluten Free. All…

Spicy Kale Hummus Recipe

I am always looking to get more greens in your diet without knowing that I am eating them. So, I like to hide greens like kale, collard greens and spinach in delicious recipes. This vegan spicy kale hummus has all natural ingredients. Adding a little spice to the hummus definitely makes this hummus recipe stand…

Star Fruit Carambola Jam with Kiwi

Star Fruit Carambola is the perfect ingredient in a homemade jam because its soft and can be easily mushed after simmering it. Its light taste mixes well with Kiwi and ginger in this jam. Serve it on toast or on scones I pass by the carambolas in the produce aisle almost daily and always pass…

Pilaf Recipe Made with Barley

Quick and Easy One-pot Vegan Barley Pilaf Recipe made with Pearl Barley, Green Beans, Chick peas and Carrots. It’s a quick, healthy side dish with a little spice. This recipe has me looking at barley in a whole new light. Its so easy to work with and can be flavored so easily. I have never…

Mung Beans Salad With Pomegranate

A Super Simple Mung Beans Salad That Is The Perfect Lunch Recipe. They are So Easy to Cook and are a Very Good Source of Vegan Protein. Add Pomegranate to this Salad for Color and an Added Crunch If you haven’t tried mung beans before, I am willing to bet that you will fall in…