This Margarita Mocktail is a delicious summer drink made without alcohol. Featuring fresh lime juice and a quick homemade simple syrup, it will remind you of a classic Margarita! This virgin Margarita recipe is the perfect option when you want to offer non-alcoholic drinks at a party. Instead of buying a pricy tequila alternative, this non-alcoholic margarita relies on fresh fruit juice and club soda as an easy alternative....

If you’ve ever tried store-bought almond milk ice cream, you may have noticed that it’s not quite as delicious as regular ice cream. That’s why I spent so much time working on this homemade version. This almond butter ice cream recipe creates a creamy dairy-free ice cream that tastes amazing… truly! The key to a delicious flavor is making your own homemade almond milk, rather than relying on a store-bought version....

If you need an easy gluten-free cookie recipe, these Buckwheat cookies may quickly become your new favorite. They’re made with just 1 flour and taste amazing! What to Know About Buckwheat Flour Despite its name, buckwheat is not related to wheat. It’s a gluten-free seed and is one of my favorite gluten-free flour options because it doesn’t need other binders, like cornstarch or arrowroot. Buckwheat flour comes in two different varieties: light and dark....

This Champagne Vinaigrette is a versatile salad dressing to keep stashed in your fridge. It has a sweet and tangy flavor and will leave you craving your next salad. This recipe is inspired by the Honey Champagne Vinaigrette from The Mixx, one of my favorite local restaurants in Kansas City. It’s often served over their Garden of Eden salad, which features field greens, chopped apples, candied pecans, and gorgonzola cheese....

These Chipotle Sweet Potato Noodles have a comforting Southwest flavor, featuring smoky chipotle peppers and protein-rich black beans. I love how quickly this skillet meal comes together for a healthy and comforting meal. How to Make Sweet Potato Noodles Sweet potato noodles are quick & easy to make with the help of a spiralizer , but if you don’t have one you can use a simple veggie peeler instead! (The process will just take a little longer....

If you’re a skeptic like me, prepare to be amazed. I’m not the type of person who wants to eat plain cottage cheese by the spoonful, but this cottage cheese ice cream has converted me into a full-fledged fan. With that being said, you do have to like the flavor of cheesecake. (Because that’s what this tastes like!) I’ve gone through several containers of cottage cheese this week to nail down the perfect ratio of cottage cheese to sweetener, because some of the other recipes I’ve tried online simply taste “too healthy....

This Cilantro Sauce has become a staple in our house lately. It takes just a few minutes to make, and it reminds me of chimichurri sauce , only with a lot less oil than traditional versions call for. You’ll want to pour it on everything! Believe it or not, I haven’t always been a fan of cilantro . I feel like you either love it or hate it, and when I was in college, I remember hating it....

When I shared my Single Serving Buckwheat Cookies on social media last week, I had several readers mention that they wished I had a recipe to make a larger batch– they taste too good to only make two cookies! It can be tricky to increase a recipe by such a large amount, so I took the time to rework it and now I have a perfected recipe to share with you....

If you want an easy DIY gift that tastes as good as it looks, these Gluten-Free Cookie Jars are for you. Be sure to grab the printable recipe card to go with it below! I love the idea of giving a homemade “cookie mix.” Since most of my cookie recipes call for a liquid natural sweetener like maple syrup or honey, I developed this particular recipe with coconut sugar, so that the dry mix would be as easy as possible to prepare for the gift recipient....

Normally, I wouldn’t say that I crave kale salads… but I could eat this one every week. It’s tossed with a Caesar-inspired tahini dressing (so it’s dairy-free) that tastes a lot more decadent than it actually is. A simple combination of lemon juice, fresh garlic, creamy tahini, and pantry spices creates an irresistible flavor in minutes. It comes together in one bowl for easy clean-up, too! Even if you don’t think you love kale, I hope you’ll give this salad recipe a try....

After a day or two of eating Thanksgiving leftovers, I’m usually ready for something different. That’s when I turn to this leftover turkey soup. It’s made with plenty of veggies and holiday-inspired seasonings, so it’s flavorful, nourishing, and most importantly… easy. I’ve been making this recipe for at least 5 years, and it’s the kind of soup you can tweak with what you have on hand. I usually use cauliflower to keep it lighter, but you can use potatoes if you prefer a heartier texture....

I’ve been dreaming of this orzo salad ever since a friend made a version of this for me nearly 15 years ago. It’s the kind of salad you’ll want to meal prep often, because you can eat it straight from the fridge for lunch, and it’s easy to change the veggies and protein you use each time. I originally tested this with a Greek-inspired dressing, using red wine vinegar and oregano....

This Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a fast & refreshing salad that you can stir together in just minutes. It’s the perfect recipe to bring to a potluck, and makes an easy packed lunch, too! Whether you serve it as a main course or as a side dish, it’s sure to be a hit. Try serving it with Eggplant Lasagna or Whole Roasted Cauliflower, for a veggie-packed meal. Or try adding cooked chicken on top, for extra protein....

This Pumpkin Ice Cream recipe tastes like pumpkin pie. Only this is easier, because all you need is 5 simple ingredients. No pie crust required! What makes it even better? This particular ice cream recipe is dairy-free and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. And it still has all the flavor you love! My taste testers have reported that they would rather have this at Thanksgiving, instead of pumpkin pie, but if you’ve ever tried my Vegan Pumpkin Pie recipe, I think it’s a toss-up....

These Chocolate-Swirled Vegan Cheesecake Bars are such a fun dairy-free dessert! Inspired by my original vegan cheesecake , they are made with just a handful of simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. I love how impressive these little cheesecake bars look, but they are surprisingly easy to assemble. Each layer has only a few ingredients! There’s even a sneaky veggie hidden inside, which gives this cheesecake a more authentic texture, and a few extra nutrients in each bite....

The Vegan Chocolate Tart is a decadent dessert, that’s perfect for impressing guests. It has a crisp, hazelnut-studded crust, and a rich chocolate filling that you can make in your blender! Traditional chocolate tarts are made with heavy cream, eggs, and refined flour, but this version is much more nutrient-dense. It comes from my friend Angela’s The Oh She Glows Cookbook, and she’s been kind enough to let me share it here with you today!...

These oat flour pancakes are gluten-free, vegan, and surprisingly fluffy! They have quickly become a family favorite, and I love that they are egg-free. How to Make Oat Flour Pancakes Oat flour is one of my favorite gluten-free flours because it’s affordable and easy to find in stores, but make sure you look for “certified gluten-free” on the label to avoid cross-contamination. You can make your own flour by simply grinding gluten-free rolled oats in a coffee grinder or blender....

Vegan Ricotta is easier to make than you might think. All you need is 3 simple ingredients to make this protein-packed cheese alternative, with no nuts required! Ingredients You’ll Need Many vegan cheese alternatives rely on cashews, almonds, or nutritional yeast, but this creamy, tofu ricotta is nut-free and made with 3 simple ingredients: extra firm tofu, lemon juice, and salt. You can add a touch of white miso for a Parmesan cheese flavor (see the Variations below) or some dried spices, like basil and oregano....

Vegetarian Zucchini Boats are a delicious way to enjoy zucchini season. Tender zucchini is stuffed with flavorful onions, peppers, and black beans for a filling & satisfying meal! If you love Mexican-inspired flavor, you’ll love this easy dish. The filling in the center tastes like tacos! It’s a fun alternative to traditional stuffed zucchini made with ground beef, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Zucchini acts as an alternative to taco shells or tortillas in this recipe, with extra vitamins and antioxidants in each bite....

Almond Flour Muffins are naturally gluten-free, while being quick and easy to prepare. They’re perfect for breakfast or a snack on-the-go, with 7 grams of protein per muffin! Ingredients You’ll Need To make the best almond flour muffins, you’ll need just a few simple ingredients. Blanched almond flour. Use finely ground almond flour made from blanched almonds (so the brown skins have been removed). This will give you the best, fluffy results!...