Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup is a delicious way to enjoy your next winter squash. It’s warm and comforting, and the pressure cooker makes the process as easy as possible! Why You’ll Love It You’ll minimize the mess. Unlike working with a slow cooker, you can saute the aromatic ingredients directly in the Instant Pot, so there’s no extra saucepan to clean when you’re done. The pressure cooker will even keep your soup warm for serving!...
Meet my favorite salad. The salad I could eat every day for the rest of my life, and never get sick of it. The salad I do eat most nights of the week. — The secret to this delectable dish? It satisfies all of the 6 tastes of food –> sweet, sour, salty, bitter, pungent and astringent. According to Ayurvedic principles: The 6 Tastes naturally guide us towards our body’s nutritional needs....
My gold standard for chocolate chip cookies has always been the Toll House recipe on the back of the chocolate chip bag. So when I wanted to make a gluten-free version using oat flour, that’s where I started. It took a few attempts to get these right with oat flour, but the effort was worth it. I just made a batch of these for my adult friends and their kids, and these cookies disappeared from the pan in 10 minutes flat....
If you love Reese’s peanut butter pumpkins, you’ll love this easy homemade version. The filling is made with just 4 simple ingredients, and dare I say, they taste better than the store-bought version. I’ve been making a version of these peanut butter cups for years. First, it was Chocolate Peanut Butter Hearts for Valentine’s Day. (Made with coconut flour.) Then it was protein peanut butter cups , for those who want extra protein in each bite....
This Pineapple Banana Smoothie is a creamy drink that will make you feel like you’re on vacation! All you need is 4 ingredients to get started. While you can certainly combine any fruits you love in a smoothie, this recipe will give you an easy starting point. The liquid-to-frozen-fruit ratio will give you the perfect texture and delicious results every time. If you want to add in any extras to make it more filling, it’s easy to do that, too....
If you’re craving a seasonal Pistachio Latte, this easy recipe is for you! You can make it with home-brewed coffee and a blender in just minutes. Ingredients You’ll Need What’s in the Pistachio Latte at Starbucks? I counted 16 ingredients in the nutrition label , and while it does include real pistachios, it also includes natural flavors and preservatives. This homemade version requires only 3 simple ingredients! Pistachios Dates or maple syrup Brewed coffee Pretty simple, right?...
I never thought I’d have a recipe like this one on my website, because I never believed I could add protein powder to a peanut butter cup and still actually enjoy the flavor. I’m not interested in dessert recipes that taste like protein powder. No, thank you. That’s why I’m so excited to show you how to make these protein peanut butter cups. They have 9 grams of protein per cup, and don’t taste like protein powder at all....
Roasted Pumpkin Soup is an easy recipe for using up a whole pumpkin, and you can roast the pumpkin seeds at the same time, for a crispy topping! This pumpkin soup is a healthy recipe, perfect for serving alongside your favorite salad or sandwich. It has a lightly spicy flavor and creamy texture, without using dairy. I love the slightly spicy kick that the curry powder adds! For a more sweet, cinnamon-flavored pumpkin soup, be sure to try my Slow Cooker Pumpkin Soup for a different variation....
The next time you need a high-protein dinner idea, try this spaghetti squash stir fry with ground chicken. (Or any protein you like— see the tips below.) When you have cooked spaghetti squash on hand, it’s ready to eat in about 20 minutes! I usually call this “spaghetti squash chow mein” in our house, because it’s inspired by classic chow mein, but with a veggie-forward twist. Instead of using noodles, it features noodle-like spaghetti squash, which adds a fun texture and more nutrients to each bite....
When it comes to recipes, I like them to be quick and easy. So, when I was craving some cookie dough ice cream last weekend, I came up with this quick solution. Using banana soft serve as the base, which doesn’t require an ice cream maker, it’s practically instant! The vegan cookie dough chunks are also easy to prepare, though you might want to make them in advance for a firmer texture....
Veggie Fried Rice is an easy, healthy dinner to have in your back pocket. It’s the perfect way to use up leftover cold rice, and if you’re trying to sneak more vegetables into your life, you’re going to love the ratio of rice to veggies! Just like cabbage becomes noodle-like in dishes like Singapore Noodles and Pad Thai , it also feels rather sneaky when you cook it with rice....
Avocado toast is having a moment, and I’m pretty sure that food combining is one of the reasons why it first became so popular. This recipe is quick to prepare, easy to digest, and is delicious with a variety of toppings! Below you’ll find my favorite method for making it, along with my favorite toppings. Is Avocado on Toast Healthy? Think of avocado as a dairy-free alternative to cream cheese ....
Cauliflower Steaks are a delicious vegetarian main entree, without using soy or processed fake meat products. While they are nothing like a real steak, there’s something about cutting cauliflower into large slabs and roasting it with flavorful spices that makes it feel more special — and a lot more like a main course– than cooking it as smaller florets. Serve it with chimichurri sauce or vegan gravy for a flavorful dinner that melts in your mouth!...
Cottage Cheese Scrambled Eggs are an easy breakfast to help you meet your protein goals. They turn out perfectly fluffy and creamy every time! This high-protein breakfast is the perfect way to enjoy cheesy eggs without using a higher-fat cheese like cheddar. A quarter cup of cottage cheese has as much protein as one egg (6 grams of protein per serving), so this is an easy, low-carb breakfast idea without relying on too many eggs or egg whites....
Maple Glazed Sweet Potatoes are a delicious alternative to sweet potato casserole , without using any marshmallows! This dish is made in just 1 pot, and is naturally sweetened for a healthier holiday side dish. Do you Have to Peel Sweet Potatoes? No, you don’t have to peel sweet potatoes! There tends to be antioxidants in the skin , so you’ll get more nutrients when you leave the skin on....
The next time you’re craving a comforting bowl of soup, try this healthy Zuppa Toscana recipe. It’s inspired by the classic Italian soup, but this version is made without dairy or sausage, and includes hidden fiber (hint: it’s beans!). Once you taste it, you’ll be hooked. This is not this first time I’ve blended white beans to create a “creamy” base. It’s been a hit in my healthy mac and cheese recipe , so I figured it would work here, too....
Instant Pot Vegan Chili is a comforting meal that tastes just as satisfying as the traditional version. The electric pressure cooker creates a flavorful chili without the need to simmer for hours! This plant-based chili is so hearty and delicious, it will satisfy vegetarians and meat eaters alike! It’s loaded with vegetables and has all the comforting flavor you love. Top it with crunchy tortilla strips or your favorite dairy-free cheese for the perfect cold-weather meal....
Mini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins are an adorable bite-sized treat. They are the perfect after-school snack to make when you have ripe bananas to use up. While you can certainly bake these muffins in a full-size muffin pan, the mini version will bake in half the time. The mini muffin pan creates perfectly portioned treats, too! Stirring in mini chocolate chips makes these muffins taste like dessert. But if you don’t have mini ones on hand, you can chop up a chocolate bar, instead!...
Orange Vinaigrette is a refreshing salad dressing you’ll love. This citrus dressing can be stirred together in just minutes and will have you craving more salads! Ingredients You’ll Need This homemade salad dressing is flavored with fresh oranges. For maximum citrus taste, you’ll need the zest and juice from one medium-sized orange. Paired with honey, apple cider vinegar, and garlic, it has a zippy, lightly sweet flavor that pairs well with practically any salad combination....
If we’re being honest with each other, I find the pumpkin spice latte from Starbucks a little too sweet. (And a little too expensive.) That’s why I started experimenting with a homemade version! After some experimentation, I’ve discovered two different methods for making it, and I think both are worth mentioning. If you have your favorite milk on hand, there’s a way to use it. And if you don’t have milk on hand, I have a brilliant way to make your coffee creamy without it....
