When I have leftover chili, I make Skinny AF Loaded Chili Fries. For this snack, all you need is a few potatoes, some leftover chili, guacamole, and some cilantro, and you have a ...
Small Bites
Tapas, small bites, or appetizers are among my favorite foods to cook and enjoy with friends and family. Bite-sized, savory snacks, served cold or hot, sets the stage for a meal or party. Sometimes, we have tapas for dinner or a holiday, in order to taste several plant-based dishes in one sitting.
Oil-Free Curried Cashews
Recently, my husband and I went to a fabulous Thai restaurant in Scottsdale. Mallee Thai serves a green vegetable curry with curried cashews. Of course, all the store-bought ...
Skinny Dill and Lemon Zest Popcorn
When I am looking for a healthy snack, my first stop is popcorn. Despite popcorn tasting wonderful on its own, I like to add different flavors to make it a little tastier. Today, I ...
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 ...
Cauliflower Nachos
When I first started cooking plant-based, I thought Mexican food would be off-limits. Little did I know, almost every one of my favorite dishes can be transformed into a vegan ...
No Oil Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
When I was a kid I remember pumpkin seeds being one of the best parts of Halloween. I loved pulling the "goop" from the pumpkin, so we could separate the seeds. My mom roasted ...
Skinny Blackberry Dijon Sauce
I absolutely adore blackberries. In fact, I have to admit I eat blackberries before most of my family even knows I bought them at the store. I also love condiments, which isn't ...
Skinny Watermelon Salsa
It's time to step out of the Taco Tuesday box and enjoy summer for a few more days. If you love watermelon, as much as I do, skip the regular salsa and make skinny watermelon ...
Spicy Korean Baked Cauliflower
Although cauliflower 'wings' is on most restaurant menus today, they are more often than not fried. Usually, cauliflower wings are also covered in high fat sauce, with unknown ...
Vegan Cashew Mayo
In order to eat healthier, making your own condiments at home is not only simple, but it's also beneficial to your overall health. For example, this homemade vegan cashew mayo ...
Skinny Mustard Cheese Dip
With football in the air, the first thing that comes to mind is cheese dip. Unfortunately, vegan cheese dip isn't often found in local bars and restaurants. In fact, finding a ...
Skinny Chili 'Cheese' Dip
What do you get when you cross my nacho “cheese” sauce and my coney sauce? An awesome chili ‘cheese’ dip for any party. I had leftover nacho ‘cheese’ sauce, and I made a double ...
Skinny Hummus and Veggie Spiral Sandwiches
These easy hummus and vegetable spirals are a great, low-fat appetizer to take to a party, or fun to put in your child's lunch box or your own lunch box. Instead of bringing a ...
Greek Mini Bites...The Perfect Party Appetizer
Although I love parties, I usually have to eat before I go, so I don't starve. I am sure all of you can sympathize. In order to solve that inevitable problem, I always bring at ...
Spicy Sun Dried Tomato Bean Dip
Although I try to avoid crackers and bread, as much as possible, I love dip. Spicy. And, an oil-free healthy dip is a bonus! How often can you find a guilt-free dip without oil or ...
Appetizer Boards and Platters to Please a Crowd
Roasted Cauliflower, Asparagus, Raw Cucumbers, and Carrots with Roasted Red Pepper Hummus. Recently, I have been on a "board" kick. Instead of serving food on dishes, I have ...
Skinny Basil White Bean and Chickpea Dip and Sandwich Spread
I love basil. Not only do I adore Italian food, but I like to use basil in asian recipes, salads and soups. Something about basil SCREAMS fresh. Although I grow ...
Skinny Taco Lettuce Cups
Although I am not a fan of "fake meat," my husband loves it. Despite the debate about the nutritional benefits of Beyond Meat vs. Impossible Meat, I prefer Bocca Original Crumbles. ...
Mini Jalapeno Cornbread Muffins
Who doesn't love a little sweet with a little spicy? These Mini Jalapeno Cornbread Muffins are a bite full of wonderful. First, they contain o only natural ingredients. I used ...
Crunchy Baked Zucchini Coins
Crunchy Baked Zucchini Coins are crispy on the outside and soft and warm on the inside. Although these zucchini coins are a great appetizer, they also are a prefect side dish or a ...