This Lemon Herb Smashed Cucumber Salad is a mix of marinated onions, cucumbers and avocado dressed in a delicious lemon herb mix. Easy to put together and a fun and refreshing way to get in your veggies. As I was packing up the last of my apartment before the big move, there were some really nice warm sunny days. And when I found some time between packing, I began craving something fresh and packed with veggies, so had to throw this mix together. The onions are the main star, and after making onions this way for a while, I knew that they would be particularly delicious with a sweet lemon dres ..read more

These lemongrass tofu cutlets are packed with protein and have the best bright and refreshing taste. Served with a citrusy veggie slaw to create the ultimate satisfying meal. Why You’ll Love These Lemongrass Tofu Cutlets Packed with refreshing flavor. Lemongrass adds such a lovely bright flavor to meals, which makes it the perfect ingredient to use as we head into warmer months. Customizable. Change up the veggies and adjust the seasonings more to your liking with some of the tips below. Nourishing. This bowl includes a good source of protein from the tofu and lots of colorful vegg ..read more

This Roasted Cauliflower Date Salad is layered with fun flavors and textures then smothered in a delicious creamy garlic chive tahini sauce. Alright, we are coming into a whole new season, so before we completely wind down on the baked salads, here is just one more. Why You’ll Love This Roasted Cauliflower Date Salad A great make ahead side or meal. I like to meal prep this ahead of the week and add these veggies to different bowls I’m enjoying for a quick fiber boost. A fun balance of flavors and textures. Between the seasonings and cooking techniques used, you get different layers of flavo ..read more

This caramelized onion chickpea salad sandwich uses minimal ingredients to bring out big umami flavor. Simple to make and great to back for lunches through the week. Why You’ll Love This Caramelized Onion Chickpea Salad Sandwich Great to meal prep in advance. A great go to lunch option that can be made ahead of time for quick meal assembly during the week. Easy to make and minimal ingredients. This recipe is just 10 ingredients not including the oil and salt. The most work you end up doing is caramelizing the onions, then everything gets mixed together in a bowl. A great source of filling fi ..read more

This Avocado Citrus Salsa adds a lot of notes of fresh spring flavor and pairs perfectly with some crispy garlic rice. Easy to customize to your liking and a fun way to introduce some new produce into your diet. If we’re going to count anything, let it be the number of plants on your plate. And it doesn’t have to be difficult if you have the right recipe and the right groceries. The experimenting doesn’t have to be hard. For example, it could be swapping typical oranges you like to use with a different variety like seasonal blood oranges. Variety in general is the spice of life, but variety i ..read more

Roasted Lemon Herb Tofu Tacos topped with a charred poblano cream sauce. Packed with protein and a lot of umami rich flavors from the marinade and sauce. Why You’ll Love Roasted Lemon Herb Tofu Tacos Easy to make. We’re roasting tofu, blending sauce and combining everything together to serve in tortillas. Many of the ingredients here repeat, which makes this a more approachable recipe. High in plant-protein. If using super firm tofu, one serving of tacos packs in at least 25g of protein not counting the sauce. With the sauce, veggies, and tortillas, you get 30 grams. A great way to pack in v ..read more

This bowl of roasted lentils and carrots are served with marinated onions and a smear of creamy garlic chive tahini sauce. Great to meal prep for meals through the week. I love roasted chickpeas, but roasted lentils are probably something I love even more. It really changes their texture and makes them that much more enjoyable in my opinion. Bonus, they are packed with so many nutrients including protein, iron and fiber to name a few. So if you are looking for a tasty way to enjoy them, try this method and let me know what you think. Why You’ll Love These Roasted Lentils and Carrots A good w ..read more

This Black Pepper Tofu Wrap is packed with rich umami flavor and comes together in less than 30 minutes. High-protein and easy to make ahead of time. A fun take on a classic Chinese American takeout meal I used to order quite often, Black Pepper Chicken. However, obviously, by now you should know I am vegan, so instead of chicken we are going with some shredded tofu. Now don’t let the thought of taking on a takeout classic scare you. It’s actually quite easy to put together with some basic ingredients. Plus, it gives you the option to modify ingredients to best suit your needs. Why You’ll Lov ..read more

This baked shredded brussels sprout salad is tossed together with smashed baked potatoes and a creamy avocado dressing. Packed with herby flavor and easy to customize to your preference. Why You’ll Love This Shredded Brussels Sprout Salad Simpler than it seems. The veggies and potatoes are simply seasoned and then baked in the oven. While everything bakes, just blend up the sauce and toss everything together. I’ve also shared some short cuts as needed to help make this recipe even more uncomplicated. Customizable. Throughout this post you will see some recommended swaps and different ideas f ..read more

This banana nut chia pudding takes 10 minutes to prep for an easy make ahead breakfast. Flavored like banana bread batter and packed with fiber to support your digestion. If you’re getting tired of the same oats for breakfast (couldn’t be me), then may I suggest changing it up? I feel like throwing in some variety at breakfast really helps keep things from getting too monotonous. So for me, I like alternating a few days of the week to include some chia pudding. Best part, it’s easy enough to prep as an alternative go to for quick grab and go meals (or snacks). Why You’ll Love This Banana Nut ..read more