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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Pizza & Pasta, Recipes · March 11, 2021

4 Ingredient Vegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

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4 Ingredient Vegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese.

If you love creamy, decadent, rich, flavorful recipes then you will LOVE this butternut squash mac and cheese. The only four ingredients are butternut squash, nutritional yeast, oat milk, and pasta. This recipe is made up of whole foods plant-based ingredients packed with a ton of important micronutrients.

vegan butternut squash mac n cheese

4 Ingredient Mac and Cheese

This mac and cheese only requires four key ingredients – your pasta of choice, sauteed butternut squash, nutritional yeast, and oat milk. Here’s a breakdown of each ingredient:

  • Butternut Squash. This starchy carbohydrate is what’s going to keep you satiated for hours. Diet culture has taught us to be afraid of carbs, but that sentiment couldn’t be more false – starchy carbs are among the healthiest foods to incorporate into your diet. To learn more about why starchy carbs are so crucial to optimal health, check out The Starch Solution by Dr. John McDougall.
  • Pasta. In this recipe I opted for a brown rice pasta. Brown rice is packed with nutrients including fiber, iron, magnesium, manganese, and calcium among others. Any pasta works, but I recommend a brown rice, quinoa, or buckwheat pasta. Here are some of my favorites:
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  • Nutritional Yeast. If you want your vegan recipes to be cheesy, nutritional yeast, aka nooch, is a must. It’s a great source of protein, B vitamins, and trace minerals. Here are three trustworthy brands I rotate between:
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  • Plant-Based Milk. Honestly any milk works in this recipe – oat and macadamia milk tend to be creamiest, so if you want your pasta to be super creamy I would go for one of those two. The butternut squash is what makes it creamy, so if you use a lighter milk (such as almond milk) you will still be left with an incredibly decadent and creamy dish.
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vegan butternut squash mac n cheese

High Volume & Fiber

My absolute favorite part of this recipe (aside from it being plant-based and delicious) is the fact that it keeps you full for HOURS. Because these ingredients are packed with so many micronutrients, a small amount will keep you sufficiently satiated. Traditional mac and cheese is highly processed and has no real nutrients making it an empty calorie dish. Empty calories (empty meaning there are no nutrients) will satisfy you temporarily, but an hour later you will be hungry again. That’s why it’s SO important to eat nutritious foods that will sustain and energize you to last until your next meal without even thinking about food.

vegan butternut squash mac n cheese

Fresh Herb Toppings

You can totally enjoy the pasta as is, but I love mixing in fresh herbs. I used fresh thyme here which pairs so well with the butternut squash, plus it’s packed with important nutrients such as vitamin A and vitamin C.

vegan butternut squash mac n cheese

{Related Recipes: If you like this recipe you’ll love my PLANT-BASED BEEF CASSEROLE and my AVOCADO PESTO PASTA.}

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Vegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

Richy, decadent, and creamy vegan mac and cheese made from butternut squash.

Ingredients

  • 1 butternut squash, cubed should yield about 3 cups
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 – 2 cups plant-based milk start with 1 cup. if mixture is too thick, gradually increase by 1/4 cup
  • sea salt to taste
  • fresh thyme topping
  • shredded vegan cheese optional if you want recipe extra cheesy
  • 1 – 2 cups pasta one serving is 1/2 cup

Instructions

  • chop the top and bottom off the butternut squash and peel entire squash. chop squash into cubes.
  • heat a large pan with avocado oil on a low-medium heat. once hot, add your butternut squash and keep pan covered stirring every few minutes. repeat until squash is tender, then remove from heat.
  • once the squash is completely cool, add to a blender along with nutritional yeast, sea salt, and oat milk. blend until creamy. if mixture is too thick, gradually add more plant-based milk 1/4 cup at a time.
  • cook pasta according to instructions. drain then return to pot and pour butternut squash cheese into pot. mix to combine.
  • divide pasta between 2 to 4 people and top with fresh thyme.

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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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