Recipes
Food is known to bring people together, across cultures and customs. Eating can be synonymous with together time, bonding & enjoyment.
Cooking can be a fun creative outlet full of endless flavors & possibilities. Most of these recipes are mine, some are a spin-off of an online find, an old family favorite, or inspired by friends. They are gluten-free, vegetarian and have substitutions for common ingredients, like dairy or sugar.
Please enjoy and as always I welcome any feedback.
Sauces
Want something besides tomato sauce? Gluten free, dairy free sauce with lots of flavor. Get creative with this dish by using a rotation of vegetables and proteins.
So creamy you won’t know it’s not dairy! A great vegan alfredo paired with any pasta or veggie.
A dairy-free wonder, cheesy and delicious high protein addition to any dish.
Fresh-Mex at it’s best. Make it from scratch with just a few ingredients!
Fresh is best. Plenty of lime please. this healthy sauce adds life to any chips or entree.
Cucumber Raita
Inspired by my friend Sumi, this Indian classic condiment is similar to Tzatziki and versatile - put it on anything!
A rich sauce for veggies or protein that is packed with nutritional value.
Appetizers
A great appetizer with something for everyone – you can tailor toward your crowd and their dietary needs, such as gluten free, dairy free, etc.
Main Dishes
Vegetarian food with lots of flavor! Prepare ahead and pop in the oven anytime.
Don’t underestimate this warm hearty vegetable soup! Budget friendly comfort in a bowl.
Give breakfast a flavorful spin, tacos the way you want.
Classic Indian staple and comfort food. Nourishing and delicious.
A crowd pleaser, even for the finicky eaters. Full of flavor and crunch.
Mexican Bowl
Another quick and easy staple at our house - you can’t get too much Guac!
Similar to falafel, I like these better. Try any variation of spices and vegetables for a new dish all the time! Chickpeas are extremely high in protein!
Turn your salads into exciting & unique meals with new ingredients.
Side Dishes
So much flavor, fiber and so little calories :) Colorful side to any meal.
Great for breakfast or any time of day.
Don’t underestimate the power of veggies - any combination of vegetables will work. Roasting only one kind of vegetable also makes a nice side dish.
Want your healthy side dish quick and easy? This one’s for you.
Festive flavorful food. Try it for a different twist on corn on the cob.
Easy, savory roasted goodness with tons of variations.
Homemade Yogurt
There is no comparison for the creaminess and freshness of homemade yogurt and it’s really easy.
Bakery (Gluten free)
Seasonal Gluten Free favorite comfort food. Smear with cream cheese, or cream cheese icing for a sweet treat.
Blender pumpkin pie, my mother’s recipe - easy & delicious.
Healthy snack alternative to cookies. Quick no-bake treat with just a few common ingredients.
Soups
Easy foolproof flavor, savory soup.
A warm, hearty meal, A veggie comfort food that satisfies.
A family favorite, we literally make this every week.
Veggie goodness, my mother called it clean-out-the-refrigerator-soup. You can literally put anything in it and it will be amazing.
Beverages
No Sugar, no dairy, full of rich chocolatey flavor. It will warm you through and through. Healthy does not lack anything here.
This frozen treat is dairy & sugar free and is the remedy to ice cream-cravings in my house. Add protein powder for a protein rich snack.
Choose fruit, herbs or both! Make any combination for a refreshing healthy beverage.