These gorgeous sweet potato beet burger patties are quick, easy and tremendously delicious! Juicy, sweet beets and creamy sweet potatoes mixed with onions, bread crumbs and earthy spices. All flavourful, simple and easy-to-find ingredients. The result is a real crowd-pleaser, hearty, and a very yummy burger. Beets provide loads of antioxidants, […]
Spicy, roasted foxnuts also known as puffed lotus seeds or phool makhana taste a lot like popcorn and are a healthy, delicious snack ready in less than 10 minutes. Perfect for movie nights or whenever the nibbles strike! Foxnuts are the edible seeds of the lotus plant known as Euryale Ferox […]
This Chana Masala (Savoury Chickpeas) recipe has loads of flavor and is naturally vegan and gluten free. Loaded with nutrition, chickpeas earn their place as a healthful and key staple of any diet. So easy to make, this classic dish tastes better than take out! This recipe is everything I […]
This comforting, vegan Pumpkin Soup is quick, simple and awesomely delicious! It’s quick because it uses canned pumpkin puree and simple because it’s an easy one-pot soup that cooks up in 30 minutes. The pumpkin puree can be made at home by roasting the pumpkin but I was short on […]
This recipe is exactly what I crave on those chilly Autumn evenings when the air is cool and crisp. A quick, simple, hearty and comforting stew. This Vegetable and Tofu Stew is ready in 1 hour or less and made with simple, fresh and nourishing ingredients. Chunks of extra-firm tofu, […]
This vibrant soup is outrageously delicious and amazingly simple to make. It’s creamy, rich, healthy and comforting. This vegan and gluten-free roasted pepper soup is enhanced by the addition of fresh herbs and puréed cashews. The plant (or coconut) milk and cashew puree make this soup exceptionally creamy and transform […]
Green Goddess Pasta is a beautiful and delicious dish that’s full of flavor and color thanks to the broccoli and spinach leaves. When you’re craving something comforting and creamy but also healthy, this is it! You will get your dose of greens along with the comfort of a cozy bowl […]
A ready good tahini sauce is creamy, rich, tangy, nutty and velvety smooth. There should be just enough garlic to enhance the overall flavour but if you like it garlicky then add more. This tahini sauce adds flavour to anything! Use it on salads, vegetables both fresh and roasted, falafels, […]
This Eggplant Stuffed with Back Beans is a hearty and delicious dish that is enjoyed on its own or as a side. The flavourful filling is easy to make and tastes great in these roasted eggplant halves. This is a fun and versatile recipe that is a joy to prepare. The […]
Rice paper dumplings and rolls are an obsession now! One day I made fresh Summer Rolls and had lots of rice wrappers left over so I decided to try something slightly different. Crispy on the outside and stuffed with a delicious mixture of chopped vegetables and tofu, these dumplings are […]
These baked zucchini boats stuffed with mushrooms, white beans and walnuts are so easy make and completely vegan. It is a simple but delicious dinner made with clean, wholesome and fresh ingredients. These boats are essentially a satisfying and nutritious one-dish meal. One of the things I love about zucchini […]
Zucchini Fritters are perfectly nutritious, healthy and delicious. Serve them as a snack, in a sandwich/burger or on their own. My version is vegan, gluten-free and loaded with everything good for you! This is a very simple, easy and versatile recipe that is prepared and served in less than 30 […]
Nothing says summer like roasted corn on the cob! Fresca Roasted Corn Salsa recipe is so easy and quick to prepare and is bursting with fresh, bright flavors and juicy textures!
I always love cherry season, heading out to the orchards and picking ripe, juicy cherries for Cherry Salsa. I use them in a variety of ways. One of them is to make a sweet and savoury cherry salsa. I combine the sweet cherries with lemon juice, chopped onion and fresh […]
Creme Caramel Flan is on my list of ‘Most Amazing Desserts Ever’. The creamy custard infused with golden liquidy caramel sauce is shear deliciousness. This luscious French dessert enjoyed worldwide is creamy and sweet infused with the burnt caramel sauce. Prepare the caramel sauce first. Add the sugar into the […]
This is an easy and wonderful recipe for fish lovers. Here, I infuse salmon with a creamy coconut korma sauce and enhance it with dry fenugreek leaves. Dry Fenugreek leaves (or Kasuri Methi) is a popular dried herb that add an earthy, smoky flavour to many dishes. It can transform […]
Small new potatoes and fresh spinach infused with aromatics spices makes this beautiful vegan dish a dinner staple. Quick and easy to make, this cooks up in less than 30 minutes. The warm spices add an earthy, rustic flavour. I boil the potatoes first before assembling the dish and this […]
This healthy and very easy taco recipe is loaded with fresh flavour from the avocado lime salsa, cilantro and drizzled with my Peanut Sauce. These fish tacos are so delicious with all the freshness from the raw crisp vegetables and lime. Then drizzle on that peanut sauce. I drench the […]
This creamy vegan carrot ginger soup is light, refreshing, zesty, tangy and bursting with freshness. Simple, easy, ultra healthy and so delicious. Made with fresh carrots (or you can use frozen), this soup can be eaten as part of a meal or by itself as a light meal. It so […]
The smokey flavour of the roasted eggplant enhanced by the tarty sweetness of the seared cherry tomatoes and caramelized onions makes this dish beyond delicious. My recipe is so easy, everything cooks together at one time in the oven and then assembles to perfection. I am a bit of a […]
This is a beautiful and elegant zucchini dish that appears time consuming to prepare but it’s really so easy and quick. It’s gluten free and dairy free and packed with taste. A true feast for the stomach and eyes alike. I used a mandoline to slice the zucchini but you […]
Mung beans (green lentil) are one of my favourites and I love their earthy taste so I’m always looking for different ways to cook them. In this recipe, I added the vegetables I had available in my fridge but you can add any vegetables and this stew and it will […]
One of my favourite weeknight dinners is Quesadillas. They are so versatile, you can stuff them with virtually anything. I actually love the spinach/mushroom combination so that what I used in this recipe, but feel free to use your favourite ingredients to make these quesadillas your own. I made my […]
This vegan spinach soup is quick, easy, nutritious, brilliantly green, and absolutely delicious! It is a powerhouse soup made with fresh spinach and veggies and it as nutritious as it is delicious. It comes together in about 30 minutes and makes an ideal light lunch or a silken dinner starter. […]
Palak Paneer is a classic Indian dish of cooked spinach with cubes of paneer cheese. You can substitute firm Tofu for the paneer (cheese) to make this a vegan dish. I am a bit of a purest, I don’t particularly like my food over-spiced so I add the basic spices […]
Harvest Soup We had snow falling at the end of April! After coming inside, I had a craving for something hot, nutritious and comforting. What better than a hot bowl of soup made from fresh vegetables to warm up my insides. This soup is so quick and easy to make. […]
I love Taco Tuesdays. This is my version of Black Bean Tacos. They assemble in minutes and pack intense flavour and taste. Served with my Cashew Crema. This is an easy, delicious and healthy knockout meal. I used store-bought corn tortillas which made this dinner assemble in less than 30 […]
This Polenta with Mushroom Ragu is a beautiful option for “Meatless Monday”. Creamy polenta is topped with a mushroom ragout! This velverty, light and fluffy polenta is intensely flavoured from the coconut milk and nutritional yeast and is perfect for serving with virtually anything. You can use whichever vegetables you […]
Carrot and Lentil Soup (Masoor Dal) This dal/soup is filled with goodness. All detoxifying and soul serving ingredients. I just love this dish. I grew up eating this soup/dal and it’s my comfort food. Whenever I need something quick, nourishing, and satisfying – this is my go-to. My most favourite […]
This is my favourite Taco Tuesday sauce. It’s intense in flavour and high on the healthy scale. My unique version is savoury, spicy, tangy and so creamy! And it’s all completely vegan. Serve it with tacos, as a dipping sauce, in sandwiches and even over salads.
Pecan Torte I love pecan pie but it’s typically made with lots of sugar and is very sweet. I’ve made a healthier version of this old favourite using dates and a bit of maple syrup for sweetness. The crust is made from almond flour so this version is also naturally […]
Fudgy Box Brownies Hack No one will that you used a packaged brownie mix and hacked it into delicious “homemade” brownies. By added your own great ingredients — your brownies will officially be homemade. The best brownies taste fudgy and rich, have a nice crackled skin on top, ever-so-slightly crisp […]
Coconut Macaroons This is one of my most favourite ways to eat coconut! These coconut macaroons are crispy on the outside and soft and juicy on the inside. Gluten-free, dairy-free and completely vegan. The quickest and easiest coconut macaroons you will ever make with six ingredients. Honour your sweet tooth […]
Crispy Air Fryer Tofu If you love crispy air fryer tofu, cooking it in an air fryer knocks this recipe out of the park! I added my favourite spices, but you can add any of your favourites and make this your own! Crispy on the outside and soft on inside […]
Turmeric Infused Lotus Root Lotus Root are loaded with vitamins, minerals, protein and dietary fiber. Lotus root has a delicate, sweet taste and a crunchy texture. It is usually added to stir-fries, soups, curries, and stews. In soups, it has a softer texture but stays firm. Stir fired it is […]
Roasted Eggplant Dip This wonderful roasted eggplant dip is incredibly simple to make. If you enjoy hummus, then you will enjoy this dip. Serve it with fresh cut vegetables, flatbreads, crackers and baked pita chips. This dip is smokey, slightly sweet and one of my favourite dips! Servings Ingredients 1 […]
Air Fryer Salmon Cakes Fryer Salmon Cakes are a quick, easy and healthy meal. Cooking salmon cakes in the air fryer make them crispy on the outside and keep them tender and moist on the inside. My version is gluten free, dairy free, packed with flavour and made with fresh […]
Zucchini is so versatile, you can use your favourite spices and herbs to make this your own. Perfectly tender crisp and easy oven baked zucchini. Incredibly good and take 10 minutes to prep. This is one of those dishes you’ll want to have in your back pocket for those busy weeknight! I used mango powder which packed this dish with flavour. Mango powder is readily available now but can always be found at your local Indian store.
Banana Bread (Made with Chickpea Flour/Besan) This version of my banana bread is made using chickpea flour/besan (it’s just finely ground dried chickpeas). This flour gives the banana bread a rich taste, slightly nutty and is naturally gluten-free. I always add in chocolate chips and nuts to kick it up […]
Shredded Brussels Sprouts & Tofu Salad Servings Ingredients 4 Cups Shredded brussels sprouts1 Large Carrot shredded2 Medium Sweet Potatoes1 Package Firm tofu with the water squeezed out2 Scallions1 Cup Walnuts Optional4 Tablespoon Lemon Juice2 Tablespoon Apple cider vinegar2 Teaspoon Honey or Maple Syrup1 1/2 Teaspoon Himalayan salt (or pink salt)1/2 […]
We typically don’t think of tahini as a cookie ingredient, but adding it adds an earthy, rich flavour and packs a punch of protein. Tahini is made from ground, toasted sesame seeds that give these cookies a distinct deep and nutty flavour. Tahini Oatmeal Cookies Servings Ingredients 1 Cup Rolled […]
These elegant truffles are so easy make and yet so decadent. It’s a delicious one bite dessert that are easy to prepare.