If you don’t want to take the time to cook a bowl of oatmeal in the morning, try this banana baked oatmeal. It’s an easy meal prep idea that tastes like banana bread. I’ve been experimenting with the ratio of ingredients for the past few weeks and have finally settled on one that packs extra fiber and protein into each serving. It’s more filling than a traditional bowl of oatmeal, and you can still customize it with your favorite toppings....
Banana Overnight Oats taste like banana bread , only easier! This healthy recipe makes an easy breakfast on the go, and you can eat it hot or cold. This is the perfect way to use up any ripe bananas you have on hand, and you can prepare two breakfasts (or more) in less than 10 minutes. Ingredients You’ll Need To make banana overnight oats, you’ll need just 5 simple ingredients....
This Berry Baked Oatmeal is the perfect way to start your day. Packed with juicy berries and wholesome oats, it’s a warm, satisfying breakfast that’s simple to make and great for meal prep. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven or as a make-ahead option for busy mornings! Ingredients You’ll Need This sliceable oatmeal is made with eggs, Greek yogurt, and pure maple syrup. Chia seeds add extra fiber, but you could also use ground flax seeds or add your favorite nuts, like almonds, walnuts, or pecans....
If you love cauliflower pizza crust , but don’t love the labor that goes into it, this alternative is for you. Cauliflower “steaks” are roasted to tender perfection, then topped with your favorite pizza toppings for a low-carb and properly combined meal. How to Cut a Cauliflower Steak I assumed it would be easy to cut a whole head of cauliflower in to several thick “steaks,” but I was surprised to find that the cauliflower kept falling apart into florets, instead....
This Chocolate Hazelnut Smoothie tastes like you’re drinking a Nutella smoothie! Inspired by my homemade Nutella recipe , it’s naturally sweetened with fruit, and takes just minutes to prepare. Ingredients You’ll Need To make this hazelnut smoothie, you’ll need just 4 simple ingredients: Hazelnuts (or hazelnut butter) Medjool dates Cacao powder Vanilla extract Add water and ice, and the smoothie will be ready in no time! How to Make It To make this Nutella-inspired smoothie, blend together the hazelnuts, dates, cacao powder, vanilla, and water....
If you think Miso Soup is intimidating or difficult to prepare, I’ve got good news for you. This is the easiest recipe for it! There are no complicated ingredients required , other than miso, which is easy to find at your local grocery store. In less than 30 minutes, you’ll have a delicious and flavorful soup that is ultra-comforting! What is Miso Soup made of? The essential ingredient in miso soup is, not surprisingly, miso....
Green goddess dressing is a delicious way to use up any fresh herbs you have on hand. It makes a flavorful salad topping, and is also the perfect dip for veggies, fries, and more! What is green goddess dressing? The original recipe was reportedly created in the 1920’s by chef Phillip Roemer at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco. It features plenty of fresh herbs, like parsley, chives, and tarragon, and some variations contain anchovies or mayonnaise, too....
All you need are two ingredients—almonds and water—plus a few minutes of effort to make almond milk. The hardest part of this recipe is cleaning the equipment when you’re done! You could probably use any recipe online and end up with something that tastes better than the store-bought version. What makes my version special is how many times I’ve experimented with it. As a result, I can show you how to adjust the flavor, the creaminess, and even how to skip the extra equipment to streamline the process....
The first time I tasted sunflower butter from a store, I was not a fan. That’s because sunflower seeds are naturally bitter, and therefore require an added sweetener to help balance out the bitterness. When you buy a jar from the store, you don’t know what you’re going to get— a super bitter or an overly sweet seed butter. That’s why you’re going to love making homemade sunflower seed butter....
Sweet Potato Black Bean Enchiladas are simple and comforting. The hearty filling cooks all together in one skillet, and then they bake to perfection in the oven, for an easy vegetarian dinner. No store-bought enchilada sauce required! I originally posted this recipe back in 2013, but that was before I tested and double-tested recipes to make sure they are fool-proof. So, these needed to be revisited! The resulting recipe is ultra-flavorful and delicious, and I’m especially proud of the simplicity of the enchilada sauce....
Disclosure: I received a complimentary product to facilitate my review, but all opinions within are my own. I think 2016 might have been a peak for “bowl meals,” but I hope it’s still cool that I’m on the bowl bandwagon– because bowl meals, like this Vegan Burrito Bowl, deserve to stick around. They’re just so convenient and satisfying! This vegan burrito bowl with sweet potato “rice” is so easy to make....
Who knew that pumpkin and tomato would be a match made in heaven? This savory soup was inspired by my Vegan Tuscan Pumpkin Pasta Sauce . That sauce is so delicious, I want to eat it with a spoon. Hence, why I turned it into a soup. If you’ve ever tried Nordstrom’s famous tomato soup, the flavor of this soup is reminiscent of that, while being entirely dairy-free. Of course if you enjoy dairy, this is the perfect soup for dipping a grilled cheese into, or practically any sandwich, for that matter....
As you may know, I’ve been drinking quite a few chocolate shakes lately. So much so that I’ve been going through my ingredients fast! This shake is the happy result of me running out of my usual ingredients. On the weekend I’ll usually make a double-batch of smoothie for Austin and I to share, but I didn’t have enough ingredients to make a big batch of my usual recipe– so I decided to replace them with a few spoonfuls of peanut butter to help with the “creamy” factor....
Vegetarian Tortilla Soup makes a comforting lunch or dinner, all in one bowl! Featuring black beans, crispy tortilla strips, and plenty of veggies, this soup recipe is loaded with flavor. Why You’ll Love It It’s easy to make. There are only a few veggies to chop before getting started, and then this recipe relies on convenient dried spices and canned goods to make your life easier. It all simmers together in one pot!...
When you need a gluten-free, oil-free muffin recipe, these Paleo muffins are for you. They’re made without specialty flours (no almond or coconut flour required) and get their fluffy texture from a combination of apple sauce, eggs, and nut butter. While it might not sound like it should work, it magically does. These are adapted from my Paleo Pumpkin Muffins , so feel free to use pumpkin puree instead of applesauce if that’s what you have in your pantry....
One of my favorite things to do around Valentine’s Day is make these chocolate peanut butter hearts. They require just 5 simple ingredients and taste better than a store-bought Reese’s peanut butter cup. (Seriously!) If you prefer a fruit-sweetened treat, I’ve also made a similar recipe sweetened with dates . Either way, you’ll love the rich chocolate-and-peanut-butter flavor! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Featured Review “These do taste better than any other homemade peanut butter cup recipe I’ve tried....
I’ve made a lot of date energy balls in my life, so I assumed I could just add protein powder to one of my favorite recipes to create a higher-protein version. But, as it turns out, it’s not that easy. Protein powder can create a chalky, unappealing texture, and worst of all, it can ruin the flavor. The first batch I tried ended up in the trash because it was inedible....
This Creamy Cajun Pasta is an easy weeknight meal, with all the spicy Cajun flavor you love. Once you taste it, it’s hard to believe that the sauce is dairy-free! Why You’ll Love It It’s super flavorful. I can’t believe how much flavor you can pack into a simple pasta dish. You can use a prepared Cajun seasoning if you want to (in that case, use less salt!) but all you need is 5 basic spices to create your own at home....
During my time as a barista at a local coffee shop, I became familiar with LOTS of specialty coffee drinks. Espresso con panna. Shot in the dark. Americano. Double-tall, skinny, half-caf caramel macchiato, extra hot, hold the whip cream, but add caramel drizzle… …you get the idea. — But one of my FAVORITE drinks to make didn’t even involve coffee. It was called a “steamer,” and it was simply steamed milk sweetened with a flavored syrup....
I had no idea what to expect, when I decided to try substituting creamy avocado for the hefty amount of cheese that’s usually found in traditional spinach and artichoke dip. The result is beyond delicious, while also being incredibly easy on your digestive system! Traditional versions can be a little too bland for my taste, so the flavor of this particular dip is kicked-up a notch, with the addition of fresh basil and lemon juice....
