Black Bean Brownies with Caramel Sauce

You may be thinking, “black beans…in brownies? What type of sorcery is this?” The delicious and nutritious kind. No, they don’t taste like black beans. At ALL! Everyone who has tried them can never guess the ingredients. They also always go back for seconds. Or…

Roasted Miso Cauliflower and Mushrooms

Often times my recipes come about randomly. This one being no exception. I had some cauliflower but was a bit bored with making it my usual way. I really wanted to include some probiotic rich miso in my meal so I began mixing in different…

Simple Red Lentil Dal

This super easy 1 pot lentil dal is sure to be favorite. At least it is for me! I’m currently obsessed with anything lentil! These tiny little legumes are low in calories but packed with nutrition! They’re extremely high in protein making them a great…

Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble

Summer is officially here and all my favorite fruits and veggies are in season! I’ve always associated strawberries with summer, but rhubarb…not so much. I actually hadn’t even tried rhubarb until I met my husband. He grew up loving rhubarb pie; it’s his absolute favorite!…

Cooked Brussel Sprout Slaw

Brussel sprouts have gotten a bad rap for a long time. However, times have changed and they are making a comeback! You can now find them on fancy restaurant menus all over the place. Whether they’re baked, sauteed, or steamed, there seems to always be…

Baked Quinoa Casserole

Quinoa is a native South American plant that’s commonly thought of as being a grain but is actually a seed. It’s gluten-free, high in iron, calcium, B vitamins, and other minerals. Quinoa is a wonderful addition to your diet because it’s a COMPLETE protein. This…

Creamy Mushroom Pasta

I’ll admit I’m on a serious mushroom kick these days. It really is the craziest thing. What was once a feared and dare I say, food enemy of mine, is now a dear friend. Dramatic? Perhaps a little. But if you knew how much I…

Chickpea Frittata

These chickpea flour frittatas are a perfect addition to breakfast. I like to make them during the holidays or when I have guests. They can also be frozen individually and warmed up for a quick breakfast or snack. **Note: I’ve found that traditional muffin tins…

Braised Purple Cabbage

Ingredients: 1/2 head purple/red cabbage 1/2 head Napa cabbage 1 tbsp coconut oil 1-2 garlic gloves 1/4 cup vegetable broth 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar Directions: Heat coconut in large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and saute for a few…