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Mexican Quinoa Salad with Corn and Black Beans {GF, Vegan}

Last Updated on May 1, 2018 By Vicky 24 Comments

Mexican Quinoa Salad

One Pot 30 minute Mexican Quinoa Salad with seared corn, black beans, red onions, jalapeno and cilantro. A vegan and gluten-free dinner doesn’t get easier than this! 

Mexican Quinoa Salad Recipe

I spent January and February of this year living in Mexico; split between San Miguel de Allende and Playa … Read More »

Asian Vegan Cucumber Rolls Recipe {Gluten-Free}

Last Updated on April 7, 2019 By Vicky 19 Comments

Cucumber Appetizers are simply the best. These Vegan Asian Cucumber Rolls are the perfect refreshing bite of tangy Asian flavors of tofu, avocados, red pepper, and lightly pickled carrots & radishes. Gluten Free!

Cucumber Appetizers are simply the best. These Vegan Asian Cucumber Rolls are the perfect refreshing bite of tangy Asian flavors of tofu, avocados, red pepper, and lightly pickled carrots & radishes. Low carb, low cal, healthy and gluten free! Cucumber Appetizers Cucumber appetizers get in my mouth.

Anyone … Read More »

Sauteed Green Beans with Shallots and Pine Nuts

Last Updated on April 7, 2019 By Vicky 2 Comments

green beans with pine nuts

Sauteed green beans with shallots and pine nuts makes for the perfect side dish. 

Sauteed Green Beans

When we were in South Korea for 10 days, aside from the tour to the DMZ D was most looking forward to the Starcraft Tournament in Seoul. Back before our blogging and … Read More »

Authentic Japchae Noodles- Stir Fried Korean Glass Noodles

Last Updated on March 29, 2019 By Vicky 9 Comments

Japchae

Authentic Japchae noodles- stir fried korean glass noodles with veggies and home made sauce. This recipe was shown to me by my couchsurfing hosts in South Korea.

Authentic Japchae noodles

Japchae noodles is a Korean dish made with glass (sweet potato starch) noodles and vegetables. I have had glass … Read More »

Polenta with Roasted Vegetables and Feta {GF, Vegan}

Last Updated on April 7, 2019 By Vicky 31 Comments

Polenta with Oven Roasted Vegetables

Polenta with roasted vegetables makes for the ultimate comfort meal. Super creamy with lightly charred and caramelized veggies makes for a healthy weeknight veggie packed dinner. Can be made vegan by omitting the feta. Naturally gluten free. 

Polenta with Roasted Vegetables and Feta

How is it August already? Where does the time … Read More »

Toasted Quinoa with Mushrooms and Asian Flavors {Gluten-Free, Vegan}

Last Updated on April 12, 2019 By Vicky 16 Comments

Quinoa with Mushrooms and Asian Flavors

Toasted Quinoa with Mushrooms and Asian Flavors is sure to be a hit. You won’t even miss the chicken! A simple vegan and gluten free meal. Toasted Quinoa with Mushrooms and Asian Flavors

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Vegan Sundried Tomato Pesto {Gluten-Free, Vegan}

Last Updated on April 14, 2019 By Vicky 13 Comments

sundried tomato pesto

Switch up your regular basil pesto and make vegan sun dried tomato pesto instead. Perfect as a snack, on sandwiches, with pasta, gratins, you name it.<

vegan sun dried tomato pesto

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Breaded and Baked Tomatoes for Slave Free Tomatoes

Last Updated on April 27, 2021 By Vicky 8 Comments

A simple yet delicious vegetarian tomato appetizer, Baked Breaded Tomatoes, to really bring out the tomatoes’ juicy flavors.

baked and breaded tomatoes

Today I am donating my post to the fight for Slave Free Tomatoes which is going on right here in the US. Yes tomato pickers being treated like … Read More »

Sauteed Zucchini with Cherry Tomatoes {GF, Vegan}

Last Updated on April 14, 2019 By Vicky 45 Comments

zucchini saute

Sauteed zucchini with cherry tomatoes, garlic and onions makes for a simple veggie packed vegan summer side dish. Embrace the flavors of fresh vegetables! sauteed zucchini with cherry tomatoes

I’m so glad it’s finally Friday. After 5 days of being cooped up in an office, chained to my chair with eyes … Read More »

Blueberry Banana Yogurt Smoothie Recipe for Secret Recipe Club

Last Updated on April 5, 2019 By Vicky 39 Comments

blueberry banana apple smoothie

Are you searching for a perfect mid afternoon treat? Check this Blueberry Banana Yogurt Smoothie Recipe, it’s both healthy and delicious!

Blueberry Banana Yoghurt Smoothie

This is my first time participating in the Secret Recipe Club where each month you are assigned a food blog and on the selected day … Read More »

Chickpea Feta Salad with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Avocado

Last Updated on April 7, 2019 By Vicky 9 Comments

chickpea avocado feta salad

Dinner doesn’t get easier than this chickpea feta salad with sun-dried tomatoes and avocado. No cooking required, packed full of protein and veggies. Vegetarian and Gluten Free recipe. Can be made vegan by using vegan cheese. chickpea feta salad with avocados and sun-dried tomatoes

I get to work between 7:30-8 every morning. Though I’m … Read More »

Parsley Almond Rice Pilaf Recipe {Gluten-Free, Vegan}

Last Updated on April 27, 2019 By Vicky 10 Comments

Parsley Almond Rice Pilaf Recipe – only a few simple ingredients needed for a flavorful and fluffy no fail easy rice pilaf. Gluten free and vegan too.

Parsley Almond Rice Pilaf Recipe plated

Rice should technically be pretty easy to prepare. It’s just rice and water – how complicated can that be? … Read More »

Caramelised Onion and Cheese Tart Puff Pastry {Vegetarian}

Last Updated on April 21, 2021 By Vicky 4 Comments

caramelised onion and cheese tart

Caramelised Onion and Cheese Tart Puff Pastry – I absolutely love puff pastry – mainly because you can pop it out of the freeze anytime.

caramelised onion and cheese tart

I absolutely love puff pastry –  mainly because you can pop it out of the freeze anytime and there’s an endless … Read More »

Quinoa with Artichokes, Asparagus and Kale {Gluten-Free, Vegan}

Last Updated on April 12, 2019 By Vicky 14 Comments

Zesty Quinoa Salad with Asparagus and Kale – you’re bound to love this delicious and healthy recipe. Vegan and gluten free, it’s the perfect meal for dinner.Zesty Quinoa Salad with Asparagus and KaleZesty Quinoa Salad with Asparagus and Kale totally changed my mind about quinoa. I tried quinoa once a while … Read More »

Roasted Vegetables with Basil and Feta

Last Updated on March 1, 2018 By Vicky 4 Comments

roasted vegetables recipe with

Roasted Vegetables Recipe with Basil and Feta – A simple fall recipe of roasted vegetables and the perfect light vegetarian meal. Gluten free as well!

roasted vegetables recipe

I know that the cold weather is on its way out (it was 60 degrees in DC today) and usually roasted … Read More »

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Avocado Chickpea Salad with vegan pesto makes for the perfect lunch recipe that is ready in minutes. Super simple 5 ingredient recipe packed full of flavor and protein. Lunch or grill day appetizers don't get easier than this!
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This Caribbean Fish Curry recipe is a one pot meal ready in 30 minutes that is a creamy blend of coconut milk, tomatoes, curry spices and tender red snapper. Both Gluten Free and Dairy Free.
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Tofu burger recipe made with sweet potatoes is the perfect healthy summer vegan lunch. Soft, and tender on the inside while lightly crispy on the outside, and full of flavor. Gluten-Free too. |avocadopesto.com
Lemon Rice makes for the perfect healthy side dish. With a flair of Indian flavors this lemon rice is made with turmeric, ginger, chili, lemon and Indian spices. Gluten Free and Vegan | avocadopesto.com
Baked pork chops make for the easiest 4 ingredient dinner ever. A classic family recipe passed down from my grandmother and the only way I ever make pork chops. Gluten Free too. You only need pork chops, onions, mayo and sharp cheddar (regular or vegan, for a dairy free recipe).
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