A few simple ingredients layered in a bowl, drizzled with some yummy dressing, and you have yourself an awesome + easy + healthy + plant-powered bowl of awesome! Roasted sweet potatoes + black beans + kale + oh so delicious creamy jalapeño cilantro dressing come [continue reading]
Protein intake is a hot topic + I’m not sure that’s going anywhere any time soon. Making it even worse is the obsession with cutting carbs. Ugh. So, do we need to consume more protein or more animal products? Consume excess amounts of protein? Eat [continue reading]
This Spinach Mushroom Quinoa is a quick, healthy, plant-based side dish ready in minutes with only 5 Ingredients! SO delicious! This is one of our favorite go-to side dishes on busy nights or for meal prep. You are going to LOVE this one!
I have a little secret for you. Pumpkin recipes do not have be sweet and tacos do not have to be full of meat + cheese to be awesome. Yep, you heard me correctly. These Pumpkin Black Bean Tacos are by far the best tacos [continue reading]
This Air Fryer Pumpkin Recipe is super easy + packed with flavor + turns out perfect every time! This is the quickest + absolute best way to make roasted pumpkin! So fabulously versatile it can be added into your favorite recipe or eaten as is!
Vegan, vegetarian, plant-based, plant-forward. It can be tough to keep these terms straight without making your head spin. The word vegan can be quite polarizing to some, making them afraid to label themselves as such. Or, have you ever heard someone refer to themselves as [continue reading]
Life is busy enough worrying about all of the things we need to get done in a day. Worrying about getting enough nutrients in your food should be something you strive to get on sort of an autopilot mode. If you know you need to [continue reading]
I love snacks. I don’t love oil. When Mr. MVF + I first embarked on our oil-free journey we were hard core oil-free. We spent hours in the grocery stores and searching the internet for what to use to replace the beloved oil in everything [continue reading]
Let’s Make Hummus! There are a few things that always make it into the grocery cart when Mr. MVF + I go shopping together. One of those things undoubtedly used to be a tub of hummus. Not. Any. More. Not because we don’t like hummus, [continue reading]
It doesn’t have to be all or nothing! Are you interested in eating less meat or no meat at all? That means you will be eating more plants! You don’t need to go full on vegan to incorporate more plant-based foods into your meal, your [continue reading]
These Vegetarian Seitan Turkey Cutlets are perfect for your plant-based Thanksgiving guests! Paired with mashed potatoes, gravy + your favorite veggie and you have yourself the perfect meal! The best part? This recipe requires only a few simple ingredients, is ready in under one hour, [continue reading]
For new or not so new vegetarians, getting enough iron does not need to be challenging or confusing BUT is SO important! Yes, the iron in meat is easier to absorb, but that does not mean that iron is not plentiful in a variety of [continue reading]
Let me tell you something, eating vegetarian is not hard or challenging or difficult or any of it! It just takes a little practice! This week, I am sharing with you my top 5 tips to make going plant-based easier for vegetarians or vegans, novice [continue reading]
Super Easy Almond Butter Granola Recipe! The EASIEST granola you will ever make! Ready in 30 minutes + crunchy + vegan + gluten free + packed with plant-based protein + fiber. Almond Butter + Oats = perfect breakfast or snack. No more boring oats!
One of the things I learned during the pandemic was that I missed eating out with my friends. I also missed traveling to see new, beautiful places + enjoying the foods that come along with that. As we get back out into the world, I [continue reading]
This girl loves a big bowl of awesome. Packed with protein + good-for-you carbs, this bowl counts as a big bowl of awesome. These Tempeh Sweet Potato Bowls are perfect for meal prep, lunch, dinner + anything in between. The best part? The tahini dressing [continue reading]
You are in luck! Here are my favorite lentil recipes all in one place! Chili, curry, hummus, burgers + more! Lentils are an awesome way to get lots of protein, fiber, luceine, and iron. They are especially good for people looking to control blood sugar, [continue reading]
Could it be true that I have a new favorite legume? Yes, it is undoubtedly true. I love lentils. Are they just a trend or are they legit? These little legumes have been around a long time and are a staple in plant-based kitchens everywhere! [continue reading]
This Vegan Spinach Artichoke Pizza is so fun to make AND eat! Start with your favorite crust, sauté some fresh spinach + artichokes, layer with dairy-free ricotta + enjoy! Perfect for a snack, game-day, weekend lunch or busy weeknight dinner. I’ve included my famous [continue reading]
I don’t even know where to begin with this one! Need a quick + healthy snack? How about something for a busy weeknight dinner? Maybe you need a meatless option packed with flavor for your meal prep this week. You have come to the right [continue reading]
Is one of your goals this year to eat less meat? How about to eat more plants or fiber or colorful + nutritious foods? A goal that adds things into your life instead of subtracting things?!?! Now that is a goal I can get on [continue reading]
An Italian twist on traditional hummus! Amazing, fresh Italian herbs blended with healthy chickpeas + tahini make this easy + yummy + oil-free homemade Italian Herb Hummus Recipe absolutely perfect!
This Mango Black Bean Salsa recipe is super healthy + flavorful + beautiful + nourishing! The ultimate salsa for Mexican night or meal prep, as a snack or for lunch! Vegan + oil-free + EASY!
This Roasted Habanero Tomato Salsa is super easy to make, healthy, and packed with flavor! Roasted veggies blended up to perfection! Vegan + oil-free + awesome! The roasted habaneros combined with tomatoes + onions + spices make this one a total crowd pleaser!
Are you ready for summer? I AM! Summer holidays, backyard BBQs, beach days, picnics, and pool parties, here we come! This Picnic Survival Guide For Vegetarians will get you ready for the perfect vegetarian or vegan friendly picnic. I am super excited to share with [continue reading]
Make your transition to plant-based eating easy with simple swaps! You won’t miss the meat if you have these substitutions on hand AND know how to use them. I know, it can be tricky to get started. Trust me here, these 10 easy food substitutions [continue reading]
Hi! My name is Tara. I’m so glad you are here because that means you have an interest in some form of meatless eating! Whether you are brand new to cutting out meat, or are a plant-based veteran, we are all here with one common [continue reading]
If you are new to plant-based eating, there is a good chance you have never even heard of tempeh! My tips this week will introduce you to this versatile + plant-based food. Get ready to get hooked on tempeh. Protein-packed, easy to prepare, super high [continue reading]
Are you looking for easy ways to eat more plants? Maybe you want to eat a little healthier, try out vegetarian, pescatarian, flexitarian, or plant-based diet? Trying to eat a more plant-centric diet to improve your heart health, decrease risk of disease, lose weight, or [continue reading]
All of the flavor, none of the fat! Yipee! My lightened up version of traditional green curry has all of the robust flavors of that curry dish that keeps you going back to your favorite Thai restaurant. I simply made it skinny + guilt-free. Once [continue reading]
Move over potato chips, zucchini chips have arrived! These Crispy Oven-Baked Zucchini Chips are thin, crunchy, healthy, and irresistible! With just a little olive oil spray and a sprinkle of salt you have yourself a plant-based, gluten-free, guilt-free snack ready in minutes! No breading!
More and more research is showing us that food is directly linked to our moods and our mental health. Some significant mental health issues including depression, anxiety, and even post-partum depression can be related to diet. Indeed there are other factors involved in the development [continue reading]
Did you know that you do not need to bread & deep-fry your cauliflower to have perfectly crispy cauliflower bites for tacos? I am here to tell you, it is true. These Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos are super easy + perfectly spicy + SO [continue reading]
Looking for that perfect, easy salad to make on Thanksgiving? You have come to the right place! Pumpkin puree + tasty herbs make this Oil-Free Pumpkin Vinaigrette a healthy, no-fuss addition to your Thanksgiving meal. Just 6 simple, plant-based ingredients shaken up in a jar [continue reading]
Fried rice that is actually healthy? YES! I should have called this Instant Pot Fried Brown Rice the best “unfried” rice EVER! Oil-free + super easy + plant-based + made all in one pot + turns out just right every single time.
This Cauliflower Fried Rice with Tofu is the perfect alternative to traditional fried rice. Easy + healthy + vegan. Packed with flavor and loaded with veggies!
This quick + easy recipe for Pumpkin Veggie Burgers is YUMMY + vegan + gluten-free + oil-free + packed with fiber + protein + vitamins! Pumpkin in a veggie burger?!?! YES!!!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
This is one of my FAVORITE things to eat! These Plant-Based Summer Rolls are stuffed with fresh vegetables and tofu. They can be made as a meal of their own, as an appetizer, or a side dish for your favorite soup, curry, noodle, or rice [continue reading]
I love cooking. I am the kind of girl that gets super excited when I am gifted a new kitchen gadget, I LOVE experimenting with new recipes at home, new flavors, and ingredients. The entire process I am obsessed with. From growing my own food [continue reading]
This oil-free balsamic asparagus salad is just perfect! Quick + easy + healthy + no fuss! You can customize it with whatever veggies + toppings you love! Spinach or romaine are a good base, then add in sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, even bell peppers [continue reading]
Welcome to your new favorite cookie. Why? How about a cookie that is vegan, dairy-free, egg-free, gluten free, and still tastes SO GOOD?!?!?!? Enter Vegan Buckwheat Chocolate Chip Cookies.
When I initially began learning about a whole food, plant-based diet, I was most intrigued by oil-free cooking. I thought the idea of it was completely crazy. How does one cook without oil? I assumed when cooking without oil, everything would stick to the pan, [continue reading]
Tara’s Tuesday Tips: Guide to Frozen Vegetables (Myths + Methods!) What do you do when you don’t have access to fresh vegetables? Not eat vegetables? Nope! Go for frozen! Let’s sort through the myths in this guide to frozen vegetables and most importantly, correct any [continue reading]
Tahini + Garlic + Lemon + Chick Peas + Chipotle Pepper = the BEST oil-free chipotle hummus you have ever tasted! Super easy + vegan + gluten free + NO OIL!! No joke, I make this hummus every week. This recipe is a staple in [continue reading]
Oil-Free Salad Dressings? Is it even possible?!?! YES! Today I bring you 10 of my favorite oil-free salad dressings. They are all plant-based + easy! The best part? You can use them on greens, veggies, as a dip, on pasta or noodles, or as a [continue reading]
This Vegan Creamy Italian Dressing is SUPER EASY and oh my yummy! Thick + creamy + restaurant-style + packed with flavor. Perfect as a dip or over salad greens or turn it into a pasta salad! It doesn’t get any more perfect than this dressing. [continue reading]
Are you new to nutritional yeast? Can you believe this? I was until a short time ago! If you are a vegan or vegetarian or just looking for that extra something to up your kitchen game, its time to learn how to use nutritional yeast! [continue reading]
Another OIL FREE salad dressing! 🙌 This Creamy Vegan Avocado Dressing takes only a few minutes to make! No Oil + No Dairy + No Nuts … BUT packed with flavor! Get your salad bowls ready, this one is a keeper!
A whole food plant-based diet doesn’t have to be confusing or overwhelming. The data, the research, and the science heavily support eating more whole, natural, minimally processed foods to meet your nutritional needs. By doing so, yes, you might lose weight, but at the same [continue reading]
