Tag: low-calorie

easy one-pot Chickpea and Spinach Rice Pilaf

easy one-pot Chickpea and Spinach Rice Pilaf

I had this simple and easy one-pot chickpea and spinach rice pilaf recipe for a while. It is from VegNews, and I am so happy that I finally made it and with how it came out. This is a great dish for a warming lunch, 

Easy Vegan and gluten-free Mac and Cheese

Easy Vegan and gluten-free Mac and Cheese

Today I made an easy gluten-free vegan mac and cheese that was the best ever! I went to my local market (shout out to Styles at 9th Ave!) and got a “must-go” bag of assorted vegetables for $1. I always love when markets give us 

Easy Vegan Oil-Free Mayonnaise

Easy Vegan Oil-Free Mayonnaise

If you want a quick and easy vegan oil-free mayonnaise recipe, look no further! This simple recipe is from Mary and Dr. McDougall‘s recipe collection. And since I adopted a clean whole-foods, plant-based, and oil-free diet I have relied on this recipe quite often. It 

Dandelion and White Bean Salad

Dandelion and White Bean Salad

I am a huge dandelion fan, not only for its health benefits but also bitter flavor; and this dandelion and white bean salad is an easy and delicious way to enjoy this fabulous green. This recipe is a great introduction to people that don’t know 

easy vegan Herbed Rice with Raisins

easy vegan Herbed Rice with Raisins

This easy vegan herbed rice with raisins recipe I found on an old magazine I had. It had no introduction or picture. I remember thinking that those ingredients seemed perfect together, and they are! This versatile dish is great hot or cold, making an excellent 

simple and easy Watercress, Avocado, and Oranges Salad

simple and easy Watercress, Avocado, and Oranges Salad

If you are not familiar with watercress this simple and easy watercress, avocado and oranges salad is a must-try! In this recipe the peppery flavor pairs great with the citrus and sweet oranges and the creaminess of avocado. All you need to know is that 

Vegan Carrot-Ginger Soup with Tofu

Vegan Carrot-Ginger Soup with Tofu

This vegan carrot-ginger soup with tofu is amazing! I made this recipe last week from an old Food Network Magazine. It was exactly what I needed: a light dinner, low-carbs, and calories, and high protein. What I love the most about this vegan soup is 

Vegan Watermelon Niçoise Salad

Vegan Watermelon Niçoise Salad

Vegan tuna? Made with watermelon? When I saw the picture of this salad, I thought it was real tuna! It looked so “fleshy” I had to try! Everything in this salad is fantastic, so I decided to give it a try; it is watermelon season 

Vegan Acorn Squash with Jalapeño

Vegan Acorn Squash with Jalapeño

This roasted acorn squash with jalapeño is a must-make side dish for all occasions. From all the amazing recipes I have for acorn squash, and this one is by far my favorite. It is the simplest and easiest recipe to make! Just add all ingredients 

Vegan Massaged Kale and Mango Salad

Vegan Massaged Kale and Mango Salad

This healthy and delicious vegan massaged kale and mango salad is one of the recipes I make all the time and have no idea how I got it. It is from the Food Network for sure. I did change it a bit, by adding onions, apple