My favorite part of summer is cooking fresh health My favorite part of summer is cooking fresh healthy meals while it’s still light out ☀️ This is a pistachio tofu with a delicious zucchini rice summer salad 🥗 inspired by @soulsyncbody 

Recipe ⬇️ 
pistachio tofu ingredients—
2 slices of high protein/extra firm tofu (about 2/5 of 1 block)
1/4 cup pistachios
2 tsp dijon mustard
1 tsp agave
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp lemon juice

zucchini rice salad ingredients—
1 cup cooked brown rice
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
1/4 cup mint, finely chopped
1 zucchini, diced
salt & pepper
lemon squeeze
drizzle of olive oil

Instructions:
01 Start by slicing your tofu and scoring each side. Be careful not to accidentally cut it in half! Stir together the marinade and add to a shallow bowl. Let the tofu marinate while you prep the rest of the meal.

02 Cook your brown rice. Meanwhile, chop up your zucchini and toss with a splash of olive oil, salt and pepper. Air fry at 375 for about 10 min. While that’s baking chop up your mint and cherry tomatoes.

03 Once your tofu has marinated for at least 20 minutes, cover the top with chopped pistachios. If your pistachios aren’t salted, add a pinch of salt. Add to the air fryer and bake at 375 degrees for about 8-10 minutes. Keep your eye on them to make sure the pistachios don’t burn.

04 Add the zucchini rice salad ingredients together - brown rice, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, mint, olive oil, lemon, salt, and pepper - toss then divide between 2 plates. Serve with one of the tofu fillets.

Enjoy!

#veganrecipes #pistachiotofu #tofurecipe #highproteinmeals #veganprotein
Savory breakfast lovers, this is for you! We’ve Savory breakfast lovers, this is for you! We’ve got a hearty harissa scramble topped over a bed of arugula 🤤 So so easy and satisfying. Here’s how:

01 Peel and dice a small russet potato. Toss with avocado oil spray, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Air fry at 400 until crispy, about 15-20 min stirring once halfway thru.

02 Chop your veg - 1/2 zucchini, 2-3 sweet peppers, and white onion (you’ll only need about 3 tbsp)

03 Add avocado oil spray to your pan and add in the onion. After a minute or so add in the zucchini and pepper. After another few minutes add in about 6 cherry tomatoes. When they’re tender enough gently smash them with your spoon.

04 Stir in a tbsp of harissa paste and about 1/4 cup of @justegg and a sprinkle of vegan cheese, I used @foragerproject queso fresco. Stir often until the egg scrambles.

05 Once the @justegg has scrambled mix in the air fried potatoes. Add arugula to a bowl and top with the “egg” mixture. Enjoy!

#veganrecipes #veganegg #veganbreakfast #heathybreakfast #savorybreakfast
7 vegan breakfast ideas 🍳🍎🥑 & breakfast 7 vegan breakfast ideas 🍳🍎🥑 

& breakfast remains my favorite meal of the day! Whether you’re looking for something healthy or something a little more fun, here are just a handful of my favorite vegan breakfasts:

1. egg mcmuffin 🍳 
2. cucumber chili bagel 🥯 
3. blueberry smoothie bowl 🫐 
4. balanced yogurt bowl 🥣 
5. almond butter banana toast 🍞 
6. oats & yogurt bowl 🍎 
7. hummus avocado toast 🥑 

Which of these would you choose??

#veganrecipe #veganbreakfast #healthybreakfast #breakfastideas #veganbreakfastideas
vegan sweet potato hash for breakfast 🌿 eyeball vegan sweet potato hash for breakfast 🌿 eyeballed the measurements so here’s a rough recipe ⬇️ 

01/ peel & cube 1 sweet potato. toss in oil, paprika, garlic, and sea salt. air fry at 375 until fork tender

02/ saute onion, bell peppers, and zucchini. stir in 1/2 block crumbled tofu tossed in turmeric, black pepper, & black salt

03/ mix in the sweet potatoes along w spinach and vegan cheese. plate & top w pico, avo, & hot sauce

happy friday 💙🌧️🪩

#veganrecipes #sweetpotatohash #veganbreakfast #healthybreakfast #healthyrecipes
it’s taken me awhile to perfect pancakes that ar it’s taken me awhile to perfect pancakes that are vegan, actually taste good, are healthy, and have high protein! 4 of these pancakes have 32g of plant protein 🌱💪 recipe ⬇️ 

1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup almond flour
2 scoops @sproutliving protein powder
2 tsp baking powder
pinch of sea salt
1/2 cup @kitehillfoods protein yogurt
2 flax eggs (2 tbsp flax meal mixed with 4 tbsp water)
1 cup almond milk (add more if too thick)
2 tsp vanilla extract

4 pancakes have about 460 cal; 32g
protein, 33g carbs, and 18g fat

#veganrecipes #highprotein #proteinpancakes #healthyrecipes
grandma core 💐🥕🥞🪴🐶 I’ve been em grandma core 💐🥕🥞🪴🐶 

I’ve been embracing slow living these days. Nancy meyers type of grandma hood, tending to the garden and crocheting🪴🧶 

Some things I’ve been prioritizing in grandma hood:

~daily morning pages. just writing down absolutely everything on my mind the first few minutes of the day to clear my mind.

~growing fresh produce. this has been such a fun one, I have 2 raised beds and a bunch of fruit trees in my yard and eating my own food I grew myself makes me slow down and appreciate it so much more!

~reading >> tv/tiktok. idk about you guys but social media has been rotting my a brain a lil bit. reading feels sooo much better mentally.

~mocktails >> cocktails. I rarely drink alcohol anymore and it’s done wonders for my mind and my skin. look for for mocktail content from me in the near future!

~chai and matcha >> coffee. coffee gives me jitters and anxiety, and that just does not align with grandma hood! I use chamberlain coffee’s chai and matcha, both are sooo so delicious and imo better than coffee.

#healthylifestyle #grandmacore #slowliving
One of my favorite vegan lunches, Buffalo Tofu Bow One of my favorite vegan lunches, Buffalo Tofu Bowl 🌶️🥗🦬 It’s easy, vegan, and ultra flavorful. Enjoy in a bowl or throw it in a wrap 🌯 

#veganrecipes #buffalotofu #buffalowings #tofurecipes #crispytofu #veganlunch
These high protein vegan waffles are packed with h These high protein vegan waffles are packed with healthy ingredients including rolled oats, spinach, almond milk, and protein powder. They are so easy so make, simply blend the ingredients then pour into your waffle maker. They can be made into pancakes or baked oats too!

Ingredients:
1/2 + 2 tbsp cup rolled oats
1 scoop protein powder
1/2 cup almond milk
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tbsp sugar
1/2 banana
1/2 cup spinach

Toppings:
@kitehillfoods protein yogurt
frozen wild blueberries
drizzle of lakanto maple syrup

#highprotein #waffles #proteinbreakfast #proteinwaffles #spinachwaffles #oatmealwaffles #veganrecipes #healthybreakfast
When you’re craving corn chowder but wanna keep When you’re craving corn chowder but wanna keep it spicy 🌶️ Introducing Mexican Corn Chowder! It’s got all the familiar corn chowder vibes but with a spicy flavorful Mexican twist 🇲🇽 Recipe just posted on the blog, link in bio!

#veganrecipes #mexicancornchowder #cornchowder #mexicanfood #souprecipe #easyrecipes
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Appetizers & Snacks, Recipes · February 7, 2021

Pigs in a Blanket – Vegan and Gluten-free

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These vegan and gluten-free Pigs in a Blanket are the perfect healthy finger food to serve at your next gathering. The “pigs” are made from slightly boiled carrots left overnight in a flavorful marinade made up of vegan Worcestershire sauce, tamari, apple cider vinegar, and spices. The dough is made from all-purpose gluten-free flour from Bob’s Red Mill.

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Carrot Dogs

There are plenty of reasons to cut pork out of your diet – firstly, to avoid contributing to the horrific abuse of pigs. Secondly, pork is loaded with cholesterol and saturated fat. I could have gone for a vegan dog, but I can’t vouch for knockoff pork being healthy either. Just because a product is vegan, doesn’t mean it’s healthy. Beyond Sausages contains methylcellulose, potassium chloride, “natural flavors”, and concentrates. If you can’t pronounce an ingredient, or the product claims to have “natural flavors” without specifying what that means, it’s probably sketchy. 

I used carrots which I boiled until just fork tender, then soaked overnight in a flavorful marinade. The carrots have similar flavors to pork, but ultimately taste like carrots. I don’t think that’s a bad thing though – the end result is a lighter and fresher appetizer that is still packed with a ton of flavor. 

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Gluten-Free Blanket

You can absolutely buy crescent rolls from the store if you don’t want to make the dough, but keep in mind it’s difficult to find a healthy option, and almost impossible to find a gluten-free option. Whatever you do, do NOT buy Pillsbury crescent rolls. They contain very harmful chemicals including red 40 (made from petroleum) and yellow 5 (also made from petroleum.) The fact that these ingredients are approved by the FDA is proof that the FDA prioritizes money over the health of the American people.

I highly recommend making the dough – it takes a bit of time, but isn’t wildly complicated. Here are the basics:

  • Combine brown sugar (or coconut sugar), ACTIVATED YEAST, and warm water in the base of your stand mixer.
  • If you don’t have a STAND MIXER that’s okay. Just add your ingredients to a large bowl and when it comes time use your hands to knead.
  • Add in the flour first, then slowly add in the remaining water. I used Bob Red Mills’s GLUTEN-FREE ALL PURPOSE FLOUR. The dough should be slightly sticky, not crumbly. If the dough is too dry and crumbly, add in water 1/2 cup at a time. It’s important to make sure the water is at a warm temperature.
  • Knead for about 10 minutes, then cover the bowl for about an hour. Cut into fourths then roll into a thin layer. Cut the dough in diagonal sections (the same way crescent dough is cut when rolled out) and wrap your dogs.
  • If you want your dough to be a nice golden brown, coat with a light coat of vegan butter. This step is NOT necessary at all. 

vegan and gluten free pigs in a blanket

Keep in mind you will likely be left with lots of leftover dough. Use the rest to make a bagel, dinner rolls, mini pizzas, etc.

Another option is you can make a really large portion of pigs in a blanket and keep them frozen. When you’re ready to eat them, pop them in the air fryer or oven to warm.

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Pigs in a Blanket

Vegan and gluten-free pigs in a blanket made from wholesome plant-based ingredients.

Ingredients

Pigs

  • 1 bag baby carrots
  • 1 tbsp agave
  • 2 tbsp vegan Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup tamari, soy sauce, or coconut aminos
  • 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika

The Blanket

  • 3.5 - 5 cups gluten-free all purpose flour amount of flour varies, start with 3.5 cups and if mixture is too sticky and/or liquidy add more flour in 1/4 cup increments
  • 1 packet dry active yeast 1 packet equals 2 1/4 tsp
  • 1.5 tsp brown or coconut sugar
  • 1.5 tsp sea salt
  • 1.5 cups warm water add more if too dry or crumbly
  • 1/4 cup melted vegan butter to brush onto bread, optional

Instructions

Pigs

  • boil carrots until barely fork tender. this took me about 12 minutes, but keep a close eye as the amount of time varies. drain and set aside.
  • in a reusable bag add the marinade ingredients followed by the cooled carrot. seal and refrigerate overnight.

Blanket

  • in your stand mixer add the dry active yeast, brown or coconut sugar, and 1/4 cup warm water. let sit for a few minutes to dissolve.
  • add the flour and salt. gradually add in the water while your stand mixer is on the lowest setting. if you've added all the water and the mixture is too dry or crumbly, add another 1/2 cup of warm water and repeat until the mixture is perfect. it should be slightly sticky but not so sticky that it separates.
  • cover with a towel and let sit for about an hour to rise. gently punch down then let sit for another few minutes.
  • roll the dough into a disc on a floured surface and cut into 4 squares. one at a time, evenly roll out the dough into a thin layer. it shouldn't be so thin that it breaks, about 1/4 inch thick. cut the dough in diagonal layers similar to how crescent rolls are cut - look up a picture for reference if you aren't sure.
  • roll each carrot up and place on a parchment lined baking tray leaving about 2 inches between each one. brush with butter if you'd like, then sprinkle with sea salt and cook for 20 - 25 minutes.
  • serve immediately or store in the freezer.

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Vegan Flautas

Flautas are a popular Mexican dish that consist of rolled tortillas filled with savory ingredients. These vegan flautas include refried beans, softened potatoes, vegan chick’n, and are topped with fresh and flavorful Mexican forward ingredients. If you’re looking for a healthy weeknight lunch or dinner, add these flautas to your rotation!

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My favorite part of summer is cooking fresh health My favorite part of summer is cooking fresh healthy meals while it’s still light out ☀️ This is a pistachio tofu with a delicious zucchini rice summer salad 🥗 inspired by @soulsyncbody 

Recipe ⬇️ 
pistachio tofu ingredients—
2 slices of high protein/extra firm tofu (about 2/5 of 1 block)
1/4 cup pistachios
2 tsp dijon mustard
1 tsp agave
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp lemon juice

zucchini rice salad ingredients—
1 cup cooked brown rice
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
1/4 cup mint, finely chopped
1 zucchini, diced
salt & pepper
lemon squeeze
drizzle of olive oil

Instructions:
01 Start by slicing your tofu and scoring each side. Be careful not to accidentally cut it in half! Stir together the marinade and add to a shallow bowl. Let the tofu marinate while you prep the rest of the meal.

02 Cook your brown rice. Meanwhile, chop up your zucchini and toss with a splash of olive oil, salt and pepper. Air fry at 375 for about 10 min. While that’s baking chop up your mint and cherry tomatoes.

03 Once your tofu has marinated for at least 20 minutes, cover the top with chopped pistachios. If your pistachios aren’t salted, add a pinch of salt. Add to the air fryer and bake at 375 degrees for about 8-10 minutes. Keep your eye on them to make sure the pistachios don’t burn.

04 Add the zucchini rice salad ingredients together - brown rice, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, mint, olive oil, lemon, salt, and pepper - toss then divide between 2 plates. Serve with one of the tofu fillets.

Enjoy!

#veganrecipes #pistachiotofu #tofurecipe #highproteinmeals #veganprotein
Savory breakfast lovers, this is for you! We’ve Savory breakfast lovers, this is for you! We’ve got a hearty harissa scramble topped over a bed of arugula 🤤 So so easy and satisfying. Here’s how:

01 Peel and dice a small russet potato. Toss with avocado oil spray, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Air fry at 400 until crispy, about 15-20 min stirring once halfway thru.

02 Chop your veg - 1/2 zucchini, 2-3 sweet peppers, and white onion (you’ll only need about 3 tbsp)

03 Add avocado oil spray to your pan and add in the onion. After a minute or so add in the zucchini and pepper. After another few minutes add in about 6 cherry tomatoes. When they’re tender enough gently smash them with your spoon.

04 Stir in a tbsp of harissa paste and about 1/4 cup of @justegg and a sprinkle of vegan cheese, I used @foragerproject queso fresco. Stir often until the egg scrambles.

05 Once the @justegg has scrambled mix in the air fried potatoes. Add arugula to a bowl and top with the “egg” mixture. Enjoy!

#veganrecipes #veganegg #veganbreakfast #heathybreakfast #savorybreakfast
7 vegan breakfast ideas 🍳🍎🥑 & breakfast 7 vegan breakfast ideas 🍳🍎🥑 

& breakfast remains my favorite meal of the day! Whether you’re looking for something healthy or something a little more fun, here are just a handful of my favorite vegan breakfasts:

1. egg mcmuffin 🍳 
2. cucumber chili bagel 🥯 
3. blueberry smoothie bowl 🫐 
4. balanced yogurt bowl 🥣 
5. almond butter banana toast 🍞 
6. oats & yogurt bowl 🍎 
7. hummus avocado toast 🥑 

Which of these would you choose??

#veganrecipe #veganbreakfast #healthybreakfast #breakfastideas #veganbreakfastideas
vegan sweet potato hash for breakfast 🌿 eyeball vegan sweet potato hash for breakfast 🌿 eyeballed the measurements so here’s a rough recipe ⬇️ 

01/ peel & cube 1 sweet potato. toss in oil, paprika, garlic, and sea salt. air fry at 375 until fork tender

02/ saute onion, bell peppers, and zucchini. stir in 1/2 block crumbled tofu tossed in turmeric, black pepper, & black salt

03/ mix in the sweet potatoes along w spinach and vegan cheese. plate & top w pico, avo, & hot sauce

happy friday 💙🌧️🪩

#veganrecipes #sweetpotatohash #veganbreakfast #healthybreakfast #healthyrecipes
it’s taken me awhile to perfect pancakes that ar it’s taken me awhile to perfect pancakes that are vegan, actually taste good, are healthy, and have high protein! 4 of these pancakes have 32g of plant protein 🌱💪 recipe ⬇️ 

1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup almond flour
2 scoops @sproutliving protein powder
2 tsp baking powder
pinch of sea salt
1/2 cup @kitehillfoods protein yogurt
2 flax eggs (2 tbsp flax meal mixed with 4 tbsp water)
1 cup almond milk (add more if too thick)
2 tsp vanilla extract

4 pancakes have about 460 cal; 32g
protein, 33g carbs, and 18g fat

#veganrecipes #highprotein #proteinpancakes #healthyrecipes
grandma core 💐🥕🥞🪴🐶 I’ve been em grandma core 💐🥕🥞🪴🐶 

I’ve been embracing slow living these days. Nancy meyers type of grandma hood, tending to the garden and crocheting🪴🧶 

Some things I’ve been prioritizing in grandma hood:

~daily morning pages. just writing down absolutely everything on my mind the first few minutes of the day to clear my mind.

~growing fresh produce. this has been such a fun one, I have 2 raised beds and a bunch of fruit trees in my yard and eating my own food I grew myself makes me slow down and appreciate it so much more!

~reading >> tv/tiktok. idk about you guys but social media has been rotting my a brain a lil bit. reading feels sooo much better mentally.

~mocktails >> cocktails. I rarely drink alcohol anymore and it’s done wonders for my mind and my skin. look for for mocktail content from me in the near future!

~chai and matcha >> coffee. coffee gives me jitters and anxiety, and that just does not align with grandma hood! I use chamberlain coffee’s chai and matcha, both are sooo so delicious and imo better than coffee.

#healthylifestyle #grandmacore #slowliving
One of my favorite vegan lunches, Buffalo Tofu Bow One of my favorite vegan lunches, Buffalo Tofu Bowl 🌶️🥗🦬 It’s easy, vegan, and ultra flavorful. Enjoy in a bowl or throw it in a wrap 🌯 

#veganrecipes #buffalotofu #buffalowings #tofurecipes #crispytofu #veganlunch
These high protein vegan waffles are packed with h These high protein vegan waffles are packed with healthy ingredients including rolled oats, spinach, almond milk, and protein powder. They are so easy so make, simply blend the ingredients then pour into your waffle maker. They can be made into pancakes or baked oats too!

Ingredients:
1/2 + 2 tbsp cup rolled oats
1 scoop protein powder
1/2 cup almond milk
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tbsp sugar
1/2 banana
1/2 cup spinach

Toppings:
@kitehillfoods protein yogurt
frozen wild blueberries
drizzle of lakanto maple syrup

#highprotein #waffles #proteinbreakfast #proteinwaffles #spinachwaffles #oatmealwaffles #veganrecipes #healthybreakfast
When you’re craving corn chowder but wanna keep When you’re craving corn chowder but wanna keep it spicy 🌶️ Introducing Mexican Corn Chowder! It’s got all the familiar corn chowder vibes but with a spicy flavorful Mexican twist 🇲🇽 Recipe just posted on the blog, link in bio!

#veganrecipes #mexicancornchowder #cornchowder #mexicanfood #souprecipe #easyrecipes
Flautas are as if taquitos and burritos had a baby Flautas are as if taquitos and burritos had a baby 🌮🌯 These flautas are the perfect dinner for a group, but you can also freeze them and pop them in the air fryer when you want one. They’re filled with boiled potatoes, refried beans, and @daringfoods vegan chicken. I added a drizzle of my cilantro cashew on top, sooo incredibly delicious! Recipe is up on the blog, link in bio 🌮💃🌿🌯 

#veganrecipes #flautas #vegandinner #healthyrecipes #healthydinner #mexicanfood
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