Salting the cabbage before adding the dressing keeps this cilantro lime slaw crunchy and brings out so much more flavor than without. The dressing is simple — lime, honey, and olive oil. This slaw goes with just about anything, but it is especially good with tacos (especially fish tacos).
Read MoreI’m always happy knowing I have these overnight oats in the fridge. They make hectic mornings so much easier! It took me a little while to perfect my overnight oats recipe because I can be quite picky with oatmeal. But I’m happy to share my go-to recipe below, and then you can top it with your favorites. Don’t miss the tiny bit of sweetener, cinnamon, and vanilla, as they make these taste so much better than plain oats.
Read MoreThis naturally sweet green juice features apple, spinach, parsley, lemon, soothing ginger, and cucumber. I love the flavor. It’s high in iron, vitamin C, essential nutrients, and genuinely makes me feel great!
Read MoreHoisin sauce is a thick, flavorful condiment popular in Chinese cuisine, particularly Cantonese cooking. It’s added to stir-fries, marinades, and glazes (think Peking duck!). I find store-bought hoisin sauce too sweet, salty, and thick. Once you try this homemade hoisin sauce recipe, you’ll never need to buy it from the store again.
Read MoreWe love these homemade pumpkin pancakes! They are not too sweet and have a hint of pumpkin spice to make them extra delicious. You can buy pumpkin pie spice or make it yourself. Here is our pumpkin pie spice recipe (I bet you have most if not all, of the spices already in your spice cabinet). For even more pumpkin flavor, serve these pancakes with homemade pumpkin butter.
Read MoreUse this Lemon Ginger Syrup to make cocktails, mocktails, herbal teas, and healthier sodas. Our homemade lemon ginger syrup starts with fresh ginger root, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and the perfect amount of sweetener to balance it all out. We love honey for this, but agave nectar or maple syrup are excellent substitutes.
Read MoreMy family loves these baked granola bars (especially me). They turn out lightly toasted, hearty, and full of flavor. Feel free to swap in your favorite nuts, seeds and dried fruit.
Read MoreLearn how to make a flax egg! This simple egg substitute is a staple for vegan baking. They work wonders in flour-based recipes that call for 1 or 2 eggs, like pancakes and muffins. However, flax eggs might not be the best option for recipes needing more than 2 eggs, like airy cakes, as they don’t provide the same leavening power.
Read MoreMaking your own homemade croutons is so easy! They can be made in minutes and made with your favorite herbs and spice blends. Both dried and fresh herbs can be used in this recipe. See the notes section below for our tips.
Read MoreOur quinoa black bean salad is hearty and delicious, thanks to its colorful veggies and bright and zesty dressing. Serve it alone or with a bit of extra protein on top. I love baked tofu or roasted shrimp!
Read MoreMy asparagus soup is unbelievably smooth and creamy, yet it’s made without a drop of cream. Instead, we blend together asparagus, potatoes, and an easy homemade broth that’s light and fragrant. It’s healthy, satisfying, and naturally vegetarian!
Read MoreThis super moist chocolate chip banana bread is incredible. I love all the chocolate chips speckled throughout the easy batter. I always go back for a second slice!
Read MoreThese irresistible peanut butter granola bars are a must-try! Made with simple ingredients, they’re chewy, flavorful, and packed with 8 grams of protein per bar. Perfect for a quick and healthy snack, this recipe is also vegan and gluten-free.
Read MoreThis apple salad with celery and fennel is one of my favorite fall salad recipes. Its creamy dressing and toasted pecans make it a perfect side dish or holiday salad!
Read MoreCoconut rice is just as easy to make as plain rice and tastes fantastic! All we need to do is swap half of the water for coconut milk. This coconut rice is perfect for almost any dish served with plain rice. It’s perfect in rice bowls, with curries, Thai dishes, stir-fries, and as a side to chicken and fish.
Read MoreWe love this easy brownie recipe made with cocoa powder, eggs, and brown sugar. These one bowl brownies are fudgy and gooey in the middle and chewy around the edges. The batter is made right in the saucepan used to melt the butter.
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