Healthy Coconut 'Fried' Rice

Here is a delicious gluten and dairy free recipe that I cooked up last night for myself.  The powerful flavors of the saffron and coconut make this a tasty meal for any season. Ingredients 2 eggs 1 egg white 1/4 cup Greek plain yogurt 1 Tbsp. oil 1 sweet onion, finely chopped 1 Tbsp. minced … Continued

Almond Encrusted Salmon with Homemade Raspberry Salsa

Last night I enjoyed this delicious salmon dish.  The sweet raspberry salsa makes this salmon a perfect summertime meal. Ingredients 2 Salmon fillets 1/2 cup ground almonds 1 cup raspberries 1/4 cup cilantro, dried 1/4 cup wheat germ 2 eggs 2 tbsp. honey 2 tbsp. lemon juice 1/4 cup red onion, chopped 1/4 cup flax seeds … Continued

The Healthy Apple Dressing

This dressing is incredibly versatile and can be used over any dish over mixed salad greens or a grilled vegetables, tofu, fish and chicken. Ingredients 1/2 ripe avocado 3 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar 1 garlic clove, chopped 1 tsp. lime juice 1 tsp. lemon juice 1 Tbsp. honey 3/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, … Continued

Tasty, Tangy Taco Supreme

I made these tangy soft tacos last night and I couldn’t resist sharing them with all of you.  The touch of cilantro and lime juice tops these babies off with a pungent kick that will have your taste buds dancin’…(the secret that makes this dish so fantastic is the crushed peanuts cooked with your choice of protein)…Let me … Continued

Radish, Apple and Parsnip Salad

This cooling summertime salad is a perfect compliment to any meal.  Today for lunch I prepared this radish salad atop a mixture of leftover whole grains; brown rice and quinoa.  For a fresh dinner idea, this salad also pairs well alongside grilled tempeh or tuna steak. Ingredients Salad: 4 radishes, thinly sliced 4 parsnips, thinly sliced 2 … Continued

Add Fresh Herb Flavor

The best part about visiting my parents home in the summertime is the beautiful garden my father grows each year.  He plants a vast array of vegetables and herbs for us–which makes warm weather cooking a blast!  I look forward to visiting my parents and cooking with these home-grown herbs, which can brighten any dish from cool gazpacho to … Continued

Crab- Stuffed Zucchini

This recipe is perfect for a well rounded meal over pasta…the gluten and dairy free crab stuffing is scrumptious baked inside the zucchini halves.   Ingredients 1 Red Bell Pepper (Chopped) 1 Yellow Bell Pepper (Chopped) 3 Tbsp. Fresh Cilantro (Chopped) 2 Tbsp. White Balsamic Vinegar 2 Tbsp. Galaxy Vegan Parmesan Cheese Nu-Salt and pepper (To taste) 1 can … Continued

Turkey Enchilada Bake

Well hellllooo Cinco de Mayo…here’s a dish that will have your taste buds dancin’ just in time for tomorrow’s celebration…this mouth-watering meal is perfect for any occasion, but ideal for tomorrow’s Cinco de Mayo festivities! Ingredients 2 lbs. Ground Turkey 1/2 cup Onion (chopped) 1/4 cup Scallions (Choped) 1/2 cup Red Bell Peppers (Chopped) 1/3 cup Black … Continued

TLT (Tofu, Lettuce n' Tomato) Sandwich

I just made this divine TLT sandwich for my lunch today and I cannot stop raving over it! I will definitely be making this my lunch staple a few times each week! Ingredients 1 medium tomato 2 pieces Kale (or your green “a.k.a. lettuce” of choice) 14 ounces water packed extra-firm tofu, drained 1 Tablespoon Dijon … Continued

Easy Peasy Bean Dip

This recipe is so incredibly versatile—it can be used as a spread or a dip! Use it on your sandwich instead of mayo or serve it as an appetizer dip with pita chips.  This bean dip also pairs nicely when mixed in tuna salads. Ingredients 1/2 cup can Re-fried Beans 3 Tablespoons Salsa 1/2 cup Peas … Continued