Sauteed Asparagus with Garlic

Sauteed Asparagus with Garlic

by | Jun 29, 2022

Sauteed Asparagus with Garlic

Julie Pace, RDN
A quick, easy and delicious side dish that's ready in 15 minutes or less. It's made with 4 simple ingredients including fresh asparagus, fresh garlic, lemon, and pepper.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound asparagus spears fresh
  • 2 tbsp olive oil can use water instead
  • 3 -4 cloves fresh garlic, choped
  • 1/2 lemon juice and/or zest
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Place saute skillet over medium heat.
  • Add in olive oil or vegan butter.
  • Add asparagus and saute 3-5 minutes.
  • Saute until done to likeness or slightly tender.
  • Add chopped garlic cloves and cook for 1-2 more minutes.
  • Add lemon juice or zest and saute for one minute.
  • Remove from heat and enjoy!
  • Optional, sprinkle with vegan parmesan, if desired.
Keyword Asparagus, gluten free

Chickpea Caesar Salad

Chickpea Caesar Salad

by | Apr 24, 2022

Chickpea Caesar Salad

Julie Pace, RDN
This delicious Chickpea Caesar Salad Recipe makes a quick, easy and nutritious meal. Topped with a delicious homemade caesar dressing and garlicky chickpeas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine American, vegan
Servings 1

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup chickpeas rinsed, drained, dried
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1/4 cup red onion chopped
  • 1/4 medium avocado sliced
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 cup broccoli florets chopped
  • 1 medium seedless cucumber diced
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Caesar Dressing

  • 1/4 cup tahini, organic
  • 1 clove fresh garlic
  • 1/4 cup vegenaise
  • 1 tsp capers, diced thin
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1-2 tbsp water to thin
  • black pepper, fresh ground

Instructions
 

  • To make ceasar dressing add first six ingredients to food processor and process until smooth and creamy. Add more water to thin, if needed.
Keyword caesar salad, chickpea salad

Mediterranean Red Lentil Salad

Mediterranean Red Lentil Salad

by | Apr 12, 2022

Mediterranean Red Lentil Salad

Julie Pace, RDN
If you've got 20 minutes, you've got time to make this quick and easy Red Lentil Salad. This five ingredient recipe made with red lentils, red bell pepper, red onion, and baby spinach is so healthy and delicious. Drizzled with homemade oil free balsamic vinegar dressing makes this salad even more flavorful.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine dairy free, Gluten Free, Mediterranean, vegan
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup red lentils, organic rinsed, sorted
  • 2 cups vegetable broth organic
  • 1 large red bell pepper organic, chopped
  • 1 medium red onion chopped
  • 2 cups baby spinach organic, chopped

Homemade Balsamic Vinegar Dressing

  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Dijion mustard
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp oregano, dried organic
  • 1 tsp basil, dried organic

Instructions
 

  • Rinse and sort lentils. Place lentils and vegetable broth in pot and bring to a boil. Reduce and simmer for about 15 minutes or until lentils are soft and broth is soaked up.
  • Remove lentils from heat and let cool. Drain any remaining broth, if needed.
  • In a medium bowl, add red bell pepper, red onion, baby spinach, along with red lentils. Mix well. Drizzle with homemade dressing and enjoy!

Balsamic Vinegar Dressing

  • Add all ingredients to a bowl. Whisk together. Store in a jar with lid in refrigerator for 5-7 days.

Notes

Optional: Top with Vegan Feta Cheese
Keyword Lentil Salad Recipe, Red lentil, Vegan Recipes

Easy Chickpea Salad Sandwich

Easy Chickpea Salad Sandwich

by | Apr 7, 2022

Easy Chickpea Salad Sandwich

Julie Pace, RDN
This delicious chickpeas salad sandwich is one of my all-time favorite summertime sandwiches to make. An easy recipe that can be made in 15 minutes or less and it can be stored in fridge for up to 5 days for an easy ready to eat meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Lunch, Salads
Cuisine American, dairy free, vegan
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • (2) 15 ounce chickpeas, organic rinsed and drained, mashed
  • 1/2 cup vegan Mayo I used Vegenaise Follow Your Heart. Brand
  • 1/2 tsp poultry seasoning
  • 1 rib of celery finely diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion diced
  • 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cups seedless red grapes halved
  • 1/4 cup walnuts chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, add rinsed, drained and mashed chickpeas.
  • Add all ingredients into bowl with chickpeas, except red grapes and walnuts. Mix until well combined.
  • Fold in grapes and walnuts. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Spoon onto whole grain bread or bread of your choosing. Add green lettuce and enjoy!
Keyword chickpea salad, chickpeas, garbanzo bean, Quick and Easy

Healthy Homemade Coleslaw

Healthy Homemade Coleslaw

by | Apr 1, 2022

Healthy Homemade Coleslaw

Julie Pace, RDN
You'll want to keep this crunchy coleslaw recipe on repeat. It's so easy to make and so nutritious. An easy side dish with delicious dressing that everyone will love.
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Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Gluten Free, vegan
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 head red cabbage, shredded
  • 1/2 head green cabbge, shredded
  • 2 large carrots, shredded

Coleslaw Dressing

  • 3/4 cup vegenaise I used follow your heart
  • 2 Tbsp Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp white vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 3/4 tsp celery seeds
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Rinse and clean cabbage and carrots.
  • Cut both cabbage across the core and shred in large bowl.
  • Shred carrots then add to cabbage mixture.

Dressing

  • Whisk all ingredients into a medium bowl until smooth and well combined.
  • Pour into bowl with cabbage and toss well.
  • Store in refrigerator until ready to eat.
Keyword coleslaw, coleslaw dressing

Smoky Red Lentil Soup

Smoky Red Lentil Soup

by | Mar 31, 2022

Smoky Red Lentil Soup

Julie Pace, RDN
A quick and nutritious red lentil soup recipe that's so flavorful and easy to make. Made with fresh vegetables and spices, this soup will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish, Soup
Cuisine Gluten Free, vegan
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups vegetable broth low sodium
  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 2 large carrots, diced
  • 1 small sweet onion, diced
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 handfuls baby spinach, chopped

Instructions
 

  • Rinse dry lentils. Set aside.
  • In a large pot, heat oil on medium heat. Add carrots, onions, and garlic. Saute until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add smoked paprika. Stir until well combined and fragrant.
  • Add in vegetable broth and salt. Bring to a boil. Add in lentils. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and chopped spinach. Remove from heat and enjoy.
  • Optional: Top with plain yogurt for extra creaminess.
Keyword Lentil Soup, Lentils