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Roasted Butternut Squash, Poblano Pepper & Black Bean Enchiladas
Enchiladas are a family favorite at our house. These roasted butternut squash enchiladas are perfect for Fall. They are not only packed with flavor, but fiber too. Ingredients: 2 cups butternut squash cut in cubes- you can purchase this pre-cut at some some grocery...
Black Bean Salsa Salad
This colorful salad is packed full of fiber and very easy to prepare. I love bringing it to potlucks. It is a great side dish to any meal. I also love to add a few tablespoons of it over a bed of mixed greens and make it a meal. Ingredients: 2 cans of black beans,...
Zucchini and White Bean Soup
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. olive oil1 small onion, finely chopped3 cloves of garlic, minced3 green onions, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1 sprig of fresh thyme1/2 tsp Italian seasoning2 medium zucchini, slice2 medium carrots, sliced1 (15 oz) can of white beans 3 cups of...
Mexican Stuffed Peppers
- 1 cup of brown rice or quinoa (cooked, rinsed and drained) - 2 cups of vegetable broth - 4 large red, yellow, or orange bell peppers - 3/4 cup of salsa - 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast - 2 tsp cumin powder - 1.5 tsp chili powder - 1.5 tsp garlic powder - 1 can (15 oz can)...
Mexican Salad with Creamy Cilantro Dressing
Salads can be a great source of healthy fats, fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals. However, with the addition of croutons, bacon, cheese, chips, and salad dressings, they can become full of fat & calories. Choosing tasty and healthy ingredients is important....
Black Bean & Spinach Enchiladas
Ingredients for enchilada sauce: - 1 1/2 cups canned tomato puree - I use canned diced tomatoes & pureed in blender. - 1 garlic clove, minced- 1 1/2 Tbsp. chili powder- Salt & black pepper to tasteIngredients for enchiladas: - 1 Tbsp. olive oil- 1 medium white...
Crispy Tofu Vegetable Bowls with Creamy Cilantro Dressing
For the Crispy Tofu: - 1 block Extra Firm tofu, pressed. - 2 Tbsp of Nutritional Yeast (I used a bit more than this). - 1 Tbsp lemon or lime juice- 1 Tbsp Liquid Aminos or Soy SauceInstructions: Preheat oven to 375F. Dice the pressed tofu into 1/2" cubes, then add to...
Mexican Quinoa Vegetable Soup
This soup is hearty and super easy to make. It is packed full of nutrition. Quinoa is a whole grain that is high in fiber and an excellent source of antioxidants. If you have not cooked with quinoa before, try it in this recipe! Makes 4 large bowls. Ingredients: 1...
Lentil, Chard, and Sweet Potato Curry
We are celebrating National Nutrition Month here in the office by making healthy meals for the staff twice weekly. They get to choose the recipes! This is one chosen by Rebecca that everyone loved! 1 onion, chopped 3-4 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 jalapeno, minced 1 inch...
Kale & Quinoa Minestrone
This soup is packed full of high fiber, low calorie vegetables. In addition, it contains beans and quinoa which provide even more fiber and are both good sources of protein. This soup is filling and nutritious. Enjoy! Ingredients 1 large yellow...
Summer Vegetable Black Bean Chili
Enjoy summer vegetables and prepare this delicious, high fiber plant based chili. Serves 8. Ingredients: 1 large eggplant, cut into 1/2 inch cubes & salted3 cups diced zucchini1 large onion, chopped1 red bell pepper, diced1 jalapeno seeded & diced3 cloves of...
Easy Burrito Bowls
These burrito bowls are easy, tasty, and perfect to get your week started the right way! They are high in fiber, low in fat and keep you feeling full! I have been doubling the recipe and meal prepping them on the weekend so I can pack them for lunch. Ingredients: - 2...
Awesome Garbanzo Spread
1 can garbanzo beans, drained well 1/4 cup Vegenaise (or mayo) 1/3 cup celery, chopped 1/2 sweet onion, chopped 1 T nutritional yeast flakes 1 green onion, chopped 1 teaspoon soy sauce (or Liquid Aminos) Mash the garbanzos with a fork and add the remaining...
Walnut Chorizo
Modified from the California Walnut board website. I made this less spicy than the other "walnut meat". We don't like too much spice at our house. Just add more chipotle, or add in chili powder or your favorite hot sauce to ramp it up if you like it hotter. 1 onion,...
Crock Pot Vegetable Curry
This is what you have been smelling in the office recently. Here is the promised recipe! 1 t oil 1 large onion, chopped finely 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 T tomato paste 2 T curry powder 1 t coriander 1 red bell pepper, chopped 3 smallish potatoes, scrubbed and diced....
Butternut Squash Steaks with Mushrooms, Chimichurri, and roasted red peppers
Butternut Squash Steak with Mushrooms, Chimichurri, and Roasted Red Peppers I found this recipe in the Chubby Vegetarian's cookbook. This is the cover recipe for that cookbook. Google Chubby Vegetarian. That is the inspiration for this recipe. That recipe wants a...
Collard Burritos with “Walnut Meat”
I found inspiration for these burritos on Minimalist Baker. Walnut Meat: 2/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (the dry packet) 3 cups walnuts 4-8 garlic cloves 1 T paprika 1 T cumin, ground 1 t sugar 1-2 tsp nutritional yeast 1/2 salt 1/4 cup water/salsa Put sun dried tomatoes...
Lentil and Spinach Soup
This is another recipe from Forks over Knives Summer 2018 magazine. We are loving that issue here in the office! 1 onion, chopped 1/2 cup celery, chopped 1/2 cup carrots, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup lentils 4 cups vegetable broth plus 1 cup water. (Those...