Tag: vegan

Smoky Vegan Gumbo

Smoky Vegan Gumbo

This smoky vegan gumbo was a huge hit Fig+Farro, the Minneapolis vegan restaurant whose menu I curated. Usually, gumbo soup has mounds of meat and seafood. Since we were working without meat, I needed to add more flavors and seasonings to create a vegan version. 

Cajun Coconut Curry

Cajun Coconut Curry

Welcome to another of my favorite dishes for winter nights. This cajun coconut curry is about to become your new favorite, too! It’s creamy, well seasoned, easy to make, and will complement your dinner with a variety of delicious flavors.  We will be making curry 

Roasted Brussel Sprouts 

Roasted Brussel Sprouts 

You may not like brussel sprouts, but you will surely love this recipe! These roasted brussel sprouts are crispy, healthy, well seasoned and delicious – not bitter at all! When they come out from the oven, toasted and aromatic, I cannot resist munching on some 

Pepper Jack Cheese Quesadilla

Pepper Jack Cheese Quesadilla

I created this pepper jack cheese quesadilla during a Sunday Night Football game as a snack for my husband. He loved the simplicity and deliciousness of this recipe, which is quick, easy and tasty. The best thing about this juicy, moist, and slightly spicy quesadilla 

Fresh Spring Rolls

Fresh Spring Rolls

I’m excited to share one of my favorite dishes for a snack or a light lunch. I love sharing these spring rolls when I host friends because they are so easy and flavorful. Working with rice paper can be a challenge at first, but once 

Tofu Taco Crumbles

Tofu Taco Crumbles

I originally created this recipe to use in chili as a vegan substitute, but it turned out so great that I started using the same recipe for taco fillings. Because it is high in protein and fiber, this is my favorite lunch during summer days. 

Tahini Dressing

Tahini Dressing

This versatile tahini dressing can go with salad bowls in summer or as a wintry dip for roasted veggies: brussels sprouts, eggplant, cauliflower – you name it! In the summertime, this is one of my favorite dressings for salads or bowls. Mediterranean and buddha bowls 

Thai Salad

Thai Salad

This salad came to be a staple in my kitchen because of my husband, who especially loves Thai cuisine. I originally created this recipe while we were dating. He loved it so much that it seemingly became a permanent dish whenever we got together, whether 

Smoky Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus

Smoky Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus

Hummus is a chickpea puree with a creamy texture. It’s a tasty, healthy spread for sandwiches, salads and wraps. Or you can serve it with veggies, chips, falafels, or warm pita bread. It’s also surprisingly easy to make. You’ll be amazed how much better freshly 

Coconut Chia Pudding

Coconut Chia Pudding

This easy coconut chia pudding recipe makes a delicious dessert, snack, or even breakfast. Mango, strawberry and coconut blend very well together, while the aroma of mint adds a hint of refreshment.  Did you know that chia seeds can expand up to 10 times their