Tag: low-calorie

Vegan Corn with Scallion Butter

Vegan Corn with Scallion Butter

Every time I make this corn with scallion vegan butter I double the recipe. This way I can use it with other dishes like rice, cornbread, and roasted vegetables. It is soo good! Try this delicious scallion butter over grilled corn. Corn with Scallion Vegan 

Summer Grilled Vegetables Salad

Summer Grilled Vegetables Salad

The best thing about this delicious summer grilled vegetables and potato salad recipe is how easy it is to make; and so fast too! I don’t remember where and how I got this recipe, but I do remember loving it and making it all summer 

Grilled Asparagus with Orange Vinaigrette

Grilled Asparagus with Orange Vinaigrette

I don’t think there is a better recipe for asparagus than this one. I can have this orange citrus vinaigrette every single day and would not get bored. It is so good! This recipe is from Saveur Magazine Ingredients  Servers 4 2 oranges, preferably navel 

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 Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash

Vegan Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash

I love acorn squash and have them quite often, but I have never tried them with apples before. The sweetness of the apples and cranberries is perfect with the savory of the quinoa and shallots. It is an excellent side dish for Thanksgiving. Vegan Apple Stuffed 

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 

Classic Vegan Minestrone Soup Recipe

Classic Vegan Minestrone Soup Recipe

This delicious vegan minestrone soup recipe was “veganized” from a magazine cut out.The recipe was very easy to make it vegan. I changed the chicken broth (used vegetable broth instead) and didn’t add cheese. I didn’t have fresh herbs, so I used dried instead. Not 

Coconut Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Coconut Mashed Sweet Potatoes

This dish is my favorite dish for this time of the year. It is a Thanksgiving staple in most homes, but in my home, it is an all-year-round favorite!   I make a big batch so I can eat it with my oatmeal in the 

Spaghetti Squash with Scallions and Ginger

Spaghetti Squash with Scallions and Ginger

This simple yet delicious spaghetti squash with scallions and ginger side dish is a healthy option for a light dinner. It is anti-inflammatory, has low-carbs and calories, and is super easy to make.   I love having spaghetti squash when I want something filling and