Give pasta night a refresh using bright lemon flavor and fresh spinach in this tangy, flavorful and naturally sweet spring pasta dish. It pairs simple, whole ingredients with your choice of pasta and is ready to serve in just 15 minutes! As the beautiful spring weather rolls in, my mind immediately jumps to how I can incorporate as much fresh citrus into my meals as possible, and that includes pasta! Pasta is primarily thought of as comfort food for tomato-based or creamy rich sauces, but it also has the ability to be prepared in a light and refreshing way, such as with fresh pesto or served ..read more

This refreshing cucumber beetroot salad pairs earthy beets with crunchy cucumbers and is then tossed with a creamy vegan garlic dill dressing. The result is a unique explosion of flavor and variety of textures that can be served either chilled or at room temperature for an easy vegetable side dish! For me, the summer months are all about seasonal salads. Quinoa salad, pasta salad and potato salad are all great, but hand me fresh vegetables and you've just made my day! My current obsession: this beet cucumber salad. The cooked beets are smooth and tender and the fresh cucumber provides a refre ..read more

This easy mango avocado smoothie is deliciously sweet and ultra creamy. Made from just frozen mango, avocado, dates, plant-based milk and a touch of vanilla, this nut-free recipe uses whole ingredients, provides a nutritious boost and is ready in minutes! As crazy as it sounds, this creamy smoothie recipe actually originated from sushi. My kids are all obsessed with sushi and their absolute favorite roll is avocado with mango. The fruity mango taste paired with the creamy avocado creates the perfect combination that is both refreshing and satisfying. You have to try it! It got me thinking abo ..read more

This quick and easy lemon herb tahini sauce is one of my all time favorite sauces! Featuring fresh herbs, tahini, garlic and lemon, this nutritious and versatile sauce is perfect for adding fresh flavor to almost any dish. A delicious sauce can make all the difference, transforming basic things like vegetables or simple salads into gourmet dishes that you simply can't get enough of. I'm always experimenting with combinations of nutritious ingredients to achieve that perfect sauce. For this sauce recipe, my goal was to keep it as simple as possible to truly feature the star players - lemon, he ..read more

This refreshing strawberry blackberry smoothie is thick, smooth and ultra-creamy! The sweetness of the strawberries balances out the tartness of the blackberries, creating a brilliant combination for both taste and texture. Made with just 4 ingredients, it is naturally vegan and ready in 2 minutes. This delicious fruit smoothie could not be more straightforward! I have been making it a ton recently because the whole family loves it and it is just so quick and easy.  Using frozen strawberries and blackberries, I simply pour each into the blender along with vanilla almond milk and creamy a ..read more

This vegan tomato and black lentil soup is out of this world and ready in 35 minutes! Using pantry ingredients such as canned tomatoes, canned lentils and jarred marinara, this easy recipe is super convenient yet tastes incredibly gourmet. Perfect for meal prep as well! Sometimes after a busy day, just the thought of getting dinner on the table can seem daunting - but it really doesn't have to be! This delicious vegan soup is satisfying, nutritious, kid-friendly, and comes together quickly using just one pot. The secret here is to take advantage of foods in your pantry. I am usually all about ..read more

Be warned that these warm and crispy fried tacos are addictive! The smooth black bean filling combined with the crunch from frying lightly salted fresh tortillas makes it impossible to eat just one. Dairy-free, gluten-free, kid-friendly and ready in under 20 minutes! Try this fried taco recipe for Taco Tuesday or your next taco night! We love Mexican recipes in our household because they are so easy to customize. Each of us constructs our own dish with desired toppings, whether it be for taquitos, burrito bowls or even veggie tacos! And that is no different with these delicious fried tacos. T ..read more

These savory breakfast burritos stuffed with black beans, quinoa, fresh veggies, pico de gallo, creamy avocado and a delicious homemade taco seasoning are a delicious (and nutritious!) way to start your day. Easy to make ahead and freezer-friendly, they are perfect for meal prep to enjoy throughout the week on busy mornings! When it comes to breakfast, I normally go for something sweet such as smoothies or muffins. But there are also many times where I'm craving something savory with a little more substance, and these black bean vegan breakfast burritos hit the spot every time! Fully customiz ..read more

This refreshing tropical smoothie consists of just three ingredients: frozen mango, frozen pineapple and coconut milk. That's seriously it! The result is a healthy mango pinapple smoothie that's ready in under 5 minutes, perfect for a quick breakfast or afternoon snack! Naturally vegan and dairy-free. With the weather getting warmer, I am absolutely obsessed with this unbelievably creamy smoothie! I made it for my kids the other day and they said it tastes like ice cream, which is pretty amazing given it used just three ingredients and took less than 5 minutes to make. The key to getting this ..read more

This velvety smooth and flavorful green pasta sauce packs in fresh baby spinach for an easy and delicious way to get your greens. The creaminess comes from blending cashews, resulting in a nutritious dairy-free pasta dish in under 30 minutes! Weeknight pasta dishes are popular for good reason. They're quick, simple and comforting, you can easily adjust the recipe to make as much or as little as you need, and one pot can satisfy everyone in the family, including the kids. I love varying up the sauces on pasta night so it never gets boring, whether it's a savory and sweet roasted veggie tomato ..read more