Vegan Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad

Vegan Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad

This vegan quinoa tabbouleh salad makes an excellent salad for a picnic. This recipe is the same as the original except instead of bulgur it is quinoa, and I also added some sunflower seeds as it adds a fantastic texture and flavor. I often make 

Vegan Mexican Tomato Rice

Vegan Mexican Tomato Rice

I eat a lot of rice, and this vegan Mexican tomato rice is one of my favorites! There are so many different ways to cook rice, but I never get tired of this delicious recipe!I often eat brown rice as it is a complete carb, 

Vegan Lentil and Chickpea Stew

Vegan Lentil and Chickpea Stew

This vegan lentils and chickpeas stew is one of those dishes I make all winter long. Lentils and chickpeas, like all legumes,  are an excellent source of protein.  In 1 cup of cooked brown lentils, there is 18 g of protein and just 36 g of 

Vegan Farro and Pears Salad

Vegan Farro and Pears Salad

This vegan pear farro salad is divine! Farro is one of my favorite grains; it is hardy and perfect for salads, served warm as a side dish, or a pilaf. I made this recipe from the Food Network Magazine as a warm side dish as well, and 

Vegan Cauliflower and Leeks Soup with Wild Mushrooms

Vegan Cauliflower and Leeks Soup with Wild Mushrooms

Cauliflower and Leeks Soup with Wild Mushrooms Ingredients   1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 2 leeks, thinly sliced and well washed 1 big head cauliflower (about 4 to 5 cups), cut into chunks 2 tablespoons minced garlic 5 cups vegetable broth, or water sea salt 

Easy Ribbon Carrot and Parsnip Salad

Easy Ribbon Carrot and Parsnip Salad

Light and delicious! This easy ribbon carrot and parsnip salad recipe is the perfect salad for a low-carb dinner. This recipe is from the Food Network Magazine; and I made several variations of it, adding zucchini, or beets, cranberries, walnut instead of almonds. No matter 

Vegan Spicy Black Pepper Tofu

Vegan Spicy Black Pepper Tofu

This vegan spicy tofu is a super easy and fast way to get dinner or lunch on the table when in a hurry! Pressing the tofu is the only thing that requires time, but it is not mandatory, I have made it without pressing and 

Vegan Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas

Vegan Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas

Quinoa for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! This vegan quinoa salad with chickpeas is a complete meal, making a great lunch or dinner. This superfood is a must in my diet, I have it all year round. This salad is super easy and one of my favorites 

Bok Choy with Peppers Recipe

Bok Choy with Peppers Recipe

This delicious side dish is so easy to make and full of flavor. I love to have it with rice and baked tofu or tempeh; also by adding some cooked quinoa and a citrus vinaigrette, it makes a beautiful quinoa salad! Bok Choy with Peppers 

Vegan Pasta e Fagioli with Chickpeas

Vegan Pasta e Fagioli with Chickpeas

Today is a soup day! It is been so cold in New York! Nothing like a nice hot soup… and as always I added a few drops of hot sauce for some extra heat. I love peppers and hot chilis, especially in the winter as