I almost missed the opportunity to share one of my favorite late-lunch ideas. Spicy Tofu Salad has an odd mix of spices and seeds, but man does it hit the spot! I hope you have the courage to give this a try that is best with beer from Australian Beer & Wine Guide and friends. […]

The best, creamiest dairy-free oil-free pesto EVER!!! I got the recipe from SheriSmiley who got it off a blog that got from another blog… Give a whirl and let me know what you think. HERE’S ALL YOU NEED 1/2 cup walnut pieces 2 large garlic cloves Pulsed in food processor until mealy. Juice of small […]

I’ll admit it’s been too long since I’ve tasted Ranch dressing. However, my accidental vegan buttermilk dressing here comes pretty darn close to meet my standard of goodness. HERE’S ALL YOU NEED 1/2 cup unsweetened plain soymilk 3 teaspoons vinegar 6 ounces silken tofu 1 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley 1 1/2 teaspoons dried dill weed […]

The Simple Daily Recipes community is raving about this beautiful, creamy salad!  Take it to the next potluck or family dinner or make it your lunch this week. HERE ALL YOU’LL NEED 3 cups dry fun shaped pasta 2 small apples, peeled and chopped 1 1/2-2 cups fresh broccoli, finely chopped 1/3-1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely […]

Recipe come from The China Study All-Star Collection by Leanne Campbell, PhD. Makes 4 servings for the salad 6 large stalks kale 1/2 onion, finely chopped 1 can garbanzo beans 1 large tomato, diced 1 large pepper, diced 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts, optional for the dressing 6 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar 2 tablespoons water […]

Make Creamy Dijon Dressing when you’re needing a plant-based, dairy-free, oil-free salad dressing recipe. HERE’S ALL YOU NEED 1 cup vegan mayo (my favorite tofu mayo) 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup 2 tablespoons water 1/4 teaspoon sea salt Whisk together in a small bowl, transfer to a 1 cup jar with […]

Here’s a winning potluck recipe for you, Leafy Green Black Bean Salad.  Take it to your next omnivore gathering and watch it disappear. I constructed this salad to stand alone as a complete meal. I wanted this salad to be able to sustain us through any occasion where we are uncertain of our food choices. Of course, you […]

Better Red Cabbage and Carrot Salad is bright, crunchy, smoky, and zesty with a slightly sweet finish.  What makes it better? It’s a low sodium salad with the help of the Bragg Liquid Aminos.  Also, it calls for flax oil, the healthiest oil to ease your achy joints. HERE’S ALL IT TAKES Serves 4 1/2 […]

I’m learning that not all lentils are created equal.  They don’t all take the same amount of time to cook and they don’t taste the same.  Although, when overcooked, they all turn to mush.  I fancy Spanish Pardina Brown Lentils.  They take 20 short minutes to cook.  I can make them taste like chili to […]

When it comes to salads, I have a tendency to stick with my favorite vegetables and fruits.  The only area I try to make it different, to avoid boredom, is toppings and dressings.  This week, I discovered the wonderful addition of finely chopped cashews.  It’s amazing how cashews can take the place of cheese in […]

Yep, I made egg-free salad, again.  I told you I would.  This time, I tweaked it to go on heap of greens.  So I guess now I can call it Egg-free Salad Salad.  I just make this stuff up as I go along. Can you tell? ;D HERE’S HOW I MADE IT THIS TIME Makes […]

Here in East Texas, our temperatures are getting into the 100s.  The other day, I made the mistake of getting out to run an errand at 3 o’clock in the afternoon.  Good LORD! It was so hot. You say, “How hot was it?” It was so hot, when my thighs hit the car seat, they […]

Sometimes we just need a little inspiration to get us running in the right direction.  The sun-gold tomatoes and avocado on the counter were calling me, “Eat us! We’re SO GOOD for you!”  I obeyed the fruits and made two BIG green salads for me and Charlie. HERE’S ALL IT TAKES enough for 2 BIG […]