Salads

Grilled Asian Sesame Tofu with Vegetable Slaw

When making tofu, the trick is in the preparation. Although a lot of people don't like tofu, it is because they don't know how to prepare it correctly. And, Grilled Asian Sesame ...

Skinny Vegan Rainbow Salad

Although I love all vegetables, I have a tendency to eat the ones I like more often than all the vegetables I should. In fact, I am guilty of not eating "the colors of the rainbow" ...

Skinny Quinoa Greek Salad with OMG Oil-Free Dressing

Although I love salad, sometimes salad gets old; especially the same salad over and over again. In order to make a great greek salad, its all about the ...

Skinny Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus Salad Dip

When I make hummus, I always struggle with serving it plain. Recently, I went to a restaurant called Pita Jungle near our house. One of my favorite dishes on the menu is a Red ...

Kale Harvest Salad with Skinny Roasted Pumpkin Vinaigrette

When I want to make sure I get all my greens, and feel like I ate a meal, I make kale harvest salad with Skinny Roasted Pumpkin VinaigretteNot only is the dressing oil-free, the ...

Skinny Roasted Pumpkin Vinaigrette

In order to make delicious, oil-free dressing, all it takes is a little creativity and some whole foods ingredients. Yesterday, I made a Creamy Dreamy ...

Skinny Lentil Gyro Bowl with Vegan Taziki

If you are avoiding bread in your quest to lose weight, choose to put your sandwich in a bowl. First, I thought about everything I love wrapped inside my favorite gyro wrap. Then, I ...

Skinny Vegan Crunch Wrap Supreme

When I'm craving a Crunch Wrap Supreme, I don't go to Taco bell, I stay at home. In fact, I can proudly say my skinny vegan crunch wrap supreme is way better. First, all you need is ...

Grilled Lime Chili Cauliflower with Spicy Pinto Bean Puree and Chimichurri Sauce

Chimichurri sauce is perfectly paired with Grilled Lime Chili Cauliflower in this beautiful dish. In fact, the spicy bean puree brings a spicy component to the sweet, tangy flavors int he Chimichurri ...

Skinny Ramen Noodle Salad

As a kid, I have memories of my mom's ramen noodle salad. If I remember correctly, there wasn't a family party without Rain Noodle Salad. Of course my mom's recipe sesame oil, as well other ...

Lentil and Tahini Twice Baked Potatoes

If you love potatoes as much as I do, you will love this unique spin on twice baked potatoes. Although twice baked potatoes generally imply fat and calories, this version is healthy. Twice baked ...

Vegan Jackfruit Benedict with Spicy Chipotle Cashew Cream

Vegan Jackfruit Benedict with Spicy Chipotle Cashew Cream came from our favorite vegan restaurants in Arizona, Pomegranate Cafe. Although this recipe is quite different than the one we have enjoyed ...

Skinny Vegan Chex Mix

When I was a kid, I loved Chex Mix. In fact, I ate it by the handful without knowing what was in the magic mix. Now, I still eat Chex Mix, but my own Skinny Vegan Chex Mix ...

‘Buttery’ Butter Bean Mashed Potatoes with Easy ‘No-Chicken’ Gravy

Vegan 'Buttery' Mashed Potatoes are possible with a little magic. If you are looking for a creamy, natural way to add a buttery flavor to your mashed potatoes, try butter beans to make "Buttery" ...

Cashew Miso Mac and Cheese Topped with Coconut Bacon

Cashews are magic! I am in love with Cashew Mac and Cheese with Coconut Bacon! What can I say? It's a game changer. When we were in San Diego recently, we ate at one of the best vegan ...

Quick and Easy Crockpot Veggie Soup with Brown Rice

It's "Crocktober," and time to make veggie soups and stews as the chilly weather sets in. Although we moved to Arizona, October brings cooler nights. We are all busy, and my crock pot is clearly ...