Move over, Cinnabon! There's a new game in town. Inspired by the insanely alluring smell Cinnabon pumped into every airport terminal I had to wait in during my Thanksgiving travels—which was a LOT—I came up with these delicious cinnamon roll muffins. With a sticky cinnamon-roll … [Read more...]
Quinoa Loaf with Clove-Spiced Date Sauce
This moist and flavorful gluten-free quinoa loaf with a clove-spiced date sauce will be your new go-to recipe for the holidays! Festive and easy to prepare, it's the perfect partner for stuffing, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. I've also included a make-ahead option, so you can spend … [Read more...]
Low-Fat Vegan 4th of July Recipes
If you can't imagine celebrating the fourth without a picnic or cookout—but want to treat your friends and family to food that truly nourishes—this post's for you! I've rounded up 5 fabulous low-fat vegan recipes for a delicious and nutritious 4th of July. From veggie burgers you can actually grill … [Read more...]
How to Not Gain 5 Pounds Over Thanksgiving (And Eat More Veggies, Too!)
Do you have the same love-hate relationship with Thanksgiving that I do? I mean, I love spending time with friends and family. I love enjoying a beautiful meal and feeling flush with gratefulness for my many blessings. And I love taking a break from the everyday grind. It's a wonderful reminder … [Read more...]
Go-To Recipes for Your Healthy Vegan Thanksgiving
I hope everyone had a great National Split Pea Soup Week last week! Not only did I polish off the last of my Curried Yellow Split Pea Soup well before the weekend, but I printed out another split pea soup recipe to try. This one's from Maria at Plant-Based Slow Motion Miracle. Her slow-cooker soup … [Read more...]
Low-Fat Leek and Sweet Potato Bisque (Gluten Free, Vegan)
I won't lie: It's challenging to eat a low-fat, whole-food, plant-based diet during the holidays. Everywhere I turn, I'm confronted with disease-promoting foods: casseroles, cookies, cakes, and candies loaded with fat, refined flour, and sugar. For heaven's sake, I can't even walk into the drug … [Read more...]