Warm Quinoa Salad with Fresh Basil & Toasted Almonds- Plus 4 Shout Outs

When our family switched to a more plant-based diet I had to rethink mealtime. When I could no longer plan my dinners around a centerpiece of meat, I had to get creative and learn about other satisfying options and healthy sources of protein. Trust me this took some adjusting, many spectacular flops and more than a … Continue reading Warm Quinoa Salad with Fresh Basil & Toasted Almonds- Plus 4 Shout Outs

Quinoa, Black Bean and Fresh Cilantro Salad

My kids aren’t the biggest bean fans (even though I keep telling them they are the musical fruit) so I have to be a bit sneaky to get them into their diets. This salad has a generous helping of nutrient dense black beans and against all odds – my kids will eat it. Although you … Continue reading Quinoa, Black Bean and Fresh Cilantro Salad

Swanky Dinner Party Part 2 – Caesar Salad with Vegan Dressing and Homemade Croutons

The second course at our "oh-so-fancy" vegan dinner party was a throw back to a classic. Who doesn't love a good old-fashioned Caesar Salad? Crispy romaine leaves, creamy dressing, strips of bacon and hunks of toasted bread. Delicious! Unfortunately as a vegan, this particular salad doesn't exactly fit the bill. So it was the perfect challenge … Continue reading Swanky Dinner Party Part 2 – Caesar Salad with Vegan Dressing and Homemade Croutons