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Romantic Vegan Dinner for Two (Anniversary Recipes)

May 9, 2014 9 Comments

We had the most relaxing and delicious evening last night! Our 4 year anniversary could not have been better. I have been working on a few recipes for our anniversary dinner, and I was very pleased with how these turned out. I wanted to make something a little fancier than usual, but something that was […]

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Mouthwatering Meat-less Meatballs

April 13, 2014 16 Comments

The title explains it all! I make these babies at least once a week! I am crazy addicted, and Danny is too! Lucky for me (and you now!) these are full of protein, low in fat, and free of salt, oil, and sugar. I have a secret to share with you; I made these for […]

Filed Under: Main Dish, Recipes Tagged With: basil, dairy-free, esselstyn, fuhrman, garlic, gluten-free, healthy vegan recipes, italian seasoning, kidney beans, low fat, low sodium diet, nut-free, nutritional yeast, oat flour, oil-free, parsley, sage, salt-free, sos-free, soy-free, Special Diets, sugar-free, vegan

Triple Green Cocktails! A Trio: Beginner to Pro!

March 30, 2014 8 Comments

If you are into a healthy and plant based lifestyle, I am sure you have heard of the infamous “green smoothie.” You have heard they are amazing; they are healing; they are super foods! Well I am here to say that they are pretty damn amazing…especially if you have a tricky time getting the appropriate amount […]

Filed Under: Beverages, Recipes Tagged With: apple, banana, basil, celery stalk, cucumber, eat to live, flaxseed, frozen, fuhrman, gluten-free, green smoothies, kale, mint, nut-free, nutritarian, oil-free, orange, pineapple, raw, romaine, smoothies, sos-free, soy-free, spinach, spirulina, sugar-free, vegan, vegetarian

Southwestern Sweet Potatoes with Cheezy Cilantro Sauce

March 12, 2014 8 Comments

This is a new favorite recipe! Total Tex Mex comfort food created vegetarian style! Danny and I love Southwestern cuisine and we are both obsessed with sweet potatoes. Obviously this recipe is a hit in our world! This hearty and wholesome meal is sure to satisfy; it has 21 grams of protein, 20 grams of […]

Filed Under: Main Dish, Recipes Tagged With: avocado, beans, black beans, cilantro, corn, dairy-free, eat to live, esselstyn, fuhrman, garlic, low fat diet, low sodium diet, mustard, nut-free, nutritarian, nutritional yeast, oil-free, onion, quinoa, salt-free, smoked paprika, sos-free, southwestern, soy-free, sugar-free, sweet potatoes, tex mex, the china study, tomatoes, tumeric, vegan, yams

Easy Marinara Sauce over Spaghetti Squash

February 21, 2014 8 Comments

When I think about nostalgic childhood meals, one of my favorites was my dad’s spaghetti. I remember his secret trick was to add a little brown sugar to the sauce to give it that delicious sweet yet savory flavor. This marinara sauce is reminiscent of his delicious family recipe, but this one is extra special […]

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Fat-Burning Spicy Quinoa Salad

January 25, 2014 3 Comments

This quinoa salad is a filling and nutritious lunch, while giving you a huge dose of protein and fiber! It is great for on the go, and is delicious chilled. Better yet, this recipe is packed with metabolism boosting ingredients to help you start burning calories naturally. It may sound too good to be true, […]

Filed Under: Main Dish, Recipes, Salads Tagged With: almonds, apple cider vinegar, apricots, avocado, basil, cayenne pepper, currants, dairy-free, dates, fat burning, garlic, ginger, goji berries, grapefruit, healthy vegan recipes, lentils, low fat diet, low sodium diet, metabolism boosting, nuts, oil-free, pomegranate juice, quinoa, salt-free, soy-free, spicy, sugar-free, vegan

Zoodles with Carrot Ginger Sauce

January 8, 2014 20 Comments

Do you know what Zoodles are? If not, you’re about to find out! I just started using a vegetable spiralizer, and I am absolutely addicted! A spiralizer makes the easiest, quickest, and healthiest meals! Ok, back to Zoodles! Zucchini + Noodles = Zoodles!! Better yet, these are RAW zoodles!! (Applause!) I had a few lonesome […]

Filed Under: Dressings/Dips/Sauces, Main Dish, Quick & Easy, Raw Vegan, Recipes Tagged With: carrots, cashews, dairy-free, fuhrman, garlic, ginger, gluten-free, nuts, oil-free, quick and easy, raw, raw vegan, raw veganism, salt-free, soy-free, Special Diets, sugar-free, vegan, zucchini, zucchini noodles

Enchilada Salad

November 5, 2013 1 Comment

This is a quick and filling lunch or dinner! This recipe can be eaten on top of romaine lettuce or it is great made into a taco or burrito. Anytime I can add greens to my meal I do so! If you read any of the works of Dr. Colin Campbell or Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, […]

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