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Vegan Mixed Berry Salad with Spinach and Sesame Ginger Dressing

This salad is so light and the fresh berries make a great combination with the sweet and savory ginger dressing.

Yield: 2 salads

Ingredients:

3 cups fresh spinach leaves

1 cup mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries)

1/2 cup raw walnuts

1 tbsp. sesame seeds

For the dressing:

2 tbsp. olive oil

1 tbsp. pickled ginger and brine

2 tbsp. sesame oil

pinch of salt and pepper

Preparation:

Wash and pat dry the spinach leaves well. Wash all the berries and pat dry. Trim the strawberri...

Spinach and Mixed Berry Salad with Sesame Ginger Dressing

This salad is so light and the fresh berries make a great combination with the sweet and savory ginger dressing.

Yield: 2 salads

Ingredients:

3 cups fresh spinach leaves

1 cup mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries)

1/2 cup raw walnuts

1 tbsp. sesame seeds

For the dressing:

2 tbsp. olive oil

1 tbsp. pickled ginger and brine

2 tbsp. sesame oil

pinch of salt and pepper

Preparation:

Wash and pat dry the spinach leaves well. Wash all the berries and pat dry. Trim the strawberri...

Vegan Chocolate Banana Protein Shake with Spinach

This is my morning go to. This shake is packed with healthy protein and vitamins. It’s a light and refreshing drink that keeps me full and gets me moving in the morning! Just a few ingredients and you’re ready to start the day. Grab your blender, and let’s get started.

Note: This is a great basic shake recipe, so feel free to add any extras you want like matcha powder, frozen berries, flax seeds, fruit juice, or yogurt. When you have over ripe bananas, peel and cut into thick slice and store...

Baked Halibut for Two with Teriyaki, Ginger, and Lemon

I love baking fish, it’s a really simple way to make a healthy meal in less than 30 minutes. Halibut fillets, sweetened with a nice teriyaki marinade, freshly grated ginger, and a touch of lemon. I love to have this when I want to make fish tacos, on top of a salad, or as is with veggies and quinoa.

Chef tip: Keep fresh ginger in the freezer, then just grate/use as needed.

Ingredients:

3 halibut fillets

1 small lemon

fresh ginger

teriyaki marinade

oil

Preparation:

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Thaw the halibut fillets in...

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Salami Pasta Salad

This pasta salad is light, full of greens,and has just a hint of mustard. It’s the perfect side dish for cookouts with family and friends. Give this one a try and let’s get started!

Yield: 12- 15 servings

Ingredients:

1 lb. pasta shells (any kind you like)

1/2 onion

3 celery stalks

1/2 cucumber

4 radishes

1 cup green cabbage

10 slices of salami

2 tbsp. whole grain mustard

2 tbsp. white vinegar

salt and pepper- to taste

Preparation:

Cook the pasta until al dente, drain in a colander, and run u...

Baked Spaghetti with Italian Sausage

Pasta is definitely a favorite of mine and this dish is a simple comfort at it’s best. Just a few ingredients and dinner is done!

Note: For a vegan version try using ground tempeh, or vegan beef crumbles, found at some supermarkets. Or add veggies like squash or mushrooms instead.

Yield: 6-8 servings

Ingredients: 

1 lb. of pasta (spaghetti, penne, any kind you like)

1 lb. of ground Italian sausage

1 x  23 ounce jar of pasta sauce (any kind you like)

1 tsp. of dried basil, oregano, onion powde...

Vegan Weeknight Chili

I love making chili, it’s so simple, healthy, and easy on your budget. Most of the ingredients are pantry staples, so you might have it all on hand.  Prepare this in the morning and by the time you get home, you’ll have a lovely dinner ready to go.This recipe is a basic vegetarian and vegan option, so feel free to step this up with adding some protein like shredded chicken or ground turkey, some whole grains, or extra veggies.  Grab your crock pot and let’s get started!

Note: I like to add so...

Easy Weeknight Chili

I love making chili, it’s so simple, healthy, and easy on your budget. Most of the ingredients are pantry staples, so you might have it all on hand.  Prepare this in the morning and by the time you get home, you’ll have a lovely dinner ready to go.This recipe is a basic vegetarian and vegan option, so feel free to step this up with adding some protein like shredded chicken or ground turkey, some whole grains, or extra veggies.  Grab your crock pot and let’s get started!

Note: I like to add so...

Funfetti Banana Muffins

Sprinkles make everything better! I love the little pops of color and these muffins are so moist and delicious! I used almond extract and a sugar substitute splenda so this recipe is 99% sugar free except for the sprinkles! Yield: 16 muffins Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour 2 eggs (use an egg liquid […]