Vegetarian recipes are recipes perfect as a Meatless Monday option, such as homemade roasted tomato soup and halloumi salad, but also easy side dishes like my parmesan green beans and quinoa tabbouleh.
A lot of these vegetarian dishes are also vegan, and my favorite is this ginger lentil coconut curry and crispy baked falafel.
Classic Waldorf Salad with crisp apples, crunchy celery, juicy grapes, and toasted walnuts in a creamy dressing - a perfect turkey side dish. To be completely honest, to me, a turkey dinner isn't a turkey dinner without a Waldorf salad. That creamy, crunchy, freshness of the Waldorf salad is perfect to cut through the richness of the turkey gravy and juicy turkey. […]
This Apricot BBQ Sauce is everything you want in a homemade sauce: sweet, smoky, tangy, and with just the right kick. Made with apricot jam as the base, it’s incredibly quick to put together and packs a unique […]
Creamed Corn is the side dish that quietly steals the show. It’s the kind of recipe that feels indulgent without being fussy: just a few pantry staples and a quick blitz with a stick blender, and you’ve got a […]
This Falafel Salad is a feast of textures, flavors, and colors—perfect for when you want something hearty, fresh, and deeply satisfying. With crispy falafel, herb-packed greens, fragrant bulgur, creamy […]
This savory blackberry sauce is sweet, tart, juicy, and so vibrantly delicious. It is a fantastic compliment to turkey or chicken on Thanksgiving, but it could be served whenever you feel like it. It is so easy to make, with sweet blackberries, sugar, tart lemon, and […]
This Vegetarian Lentil Moussaka has rich, savory layers, and is a Mediterranean-inspired dish that offers a hearty, satisfying meal without weighing it down with the meat. Combining tender eggplant, creamy and a little cheesy béchamel sauce, and […]
Baked Feta Cheese is a Mediterranean classic that combines the creamy, tangy goodness of feta with the warmth of oven-baked perfection. This dish is a versatile and easy-to-make appetizer or side that promises to be the highlight of your meal. […]
Tzatziki sauce with dill and lemon is the ultimate, fresh dip for so many things. It is herby, zesty, and fantastic on grilled meats, pita bread, all the salads and much more. […]
Who knew four ingredients could make for an irresistibly crispy, soft, and delightful side dish? These turmeric potatoes are parboiled for that fluffy interior and a secret tip makes them extra crispy when roasted in the oven. […]
Warm, hearty, and bursting with flavors, our lightened-up carrot and potato soup with kale chips is the perfect antidote to chilly days. This comforting dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also nourishes your body with a medley of wholesome ingredients. […]
This creamy pesto gnocchi is filled with all the delicious things that summer has to offer; fresh zucchini, pungent shallot, spinach, herbaceous pesto - and of
Today, I am excited to share with you a simple yet incredibly flavorful recipe for homemade compound butter. It's a magical combination of butter and various herbs, spices, or other ingredients that adds […]
This mint citrus salad is a showstopper and centerpiece that is deceptively easy to make! A sweet honey drizzle and sea salt pop all the right flavors making it a very enjoyable side salad that can […]
This roasted garlic chickpea soup is a simple and comforting soup with creamy, roasted garlic and some crunchy roasted chickpeas on top. It has all the textures, yet minimal ingredients - and healthy […]
For Meatless Monday or any other day for that matter, try this easy sheet pan dinner! This sweet potato tray bake is made with homemade cajun seasoning, lentils, and […]
There's no better summer food than a big juicy burger, right? These mushroom black bean burgers are the perfect option for Meatless Monday as they are vegetarian and even vegan. They are packed […]
Let's welcome zucchini season with these crispy, baked zucchini sticks! They are covered in a crispy parmesan and panko crust, making them crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. And they are baked […]
Cilbir, or Turkish Eggs, is a delicious Turkish breakfast with poached eggs on a bed of garlic yogurt and topped with yummy chili butter. It is perfect for serving with crusty bread, lemony asparagus, […]
This mango chipotle quinoa bowl is filled with all the fresh flavors! It's simple to put together, with filling quinoa, sweet mango, hearty beans and tangy lime chicken all drizzled with a fantastic smoky chipotle dressing. This bowl of sunshine is smoky, […]
In search of a flavorful yet low-effort side dish? These beautiful garlic lemon roasted asparagus would definitely answer to that! The asparagus tops get charred and crispy in contrast to the tender spears. Easy flavors like fresh lemon, garlic and […]
The ultimate vegan bean chili sin carne with a complex and well-rounded flavor made with a homemade Mexican chili powder. Worth every ingredient and you can top it (and side it) with anything from rice, pico de gallo, avocado, […]
No food has to taste bland ever again with this flavor enhancer! This mushroom salt is just 2 ingredients and together they make any food taste super savory and umami!It is also a great way to make especially vegan food more umamilicious. Some may call it […]
Imagine crispy exterior with a fluffy potato inside with a salty, herby flavor - these crispy potato wedges are roasted in the oven with delicious herbs like rosemary and sage for that ultimate comfort food! They are perfect with a dip like tzatziki […]
Muhammara dip is an instant hit at any gathering, filled with a balanced flavor of roasted red bell peppers, walnuts and cumin. It is easy to make and perfect as a dip for pita bread, naan, lavash or any other bread, grilled meat or vegetable! […]
This roasted cauliflower chickpea salad is loaded with healthy vegetables like obviously cauliflower and chickpeas, but also carrots, shallots and broccoli, in addition to a tangy garlic sauce and creamy baked feta cheese. Fresh pomegranate […]
Welcome fall with these pillowy, soft pumpkin gnocchi paired with crispy, fried sage, wild mushroom and a delectably creamy sauce. All my favorite fall flavors all together in this comforting pastalike but no-it's-not-pasta dish. […]
Herby green shakshuka with pesto eggs and feta is a healthy and flavor packed breakfast and brunch dish. Serve it with some crusty bread for a full meal. This shakshuka recipe is so easy to make it is done in less than 20 minutes!
Here is all you need to know in order to make sweetened condensed milk at home. I provide you with 4 ways to make sweetened condensed milk, so now you have no excuse to get it from a can anymore. […]
These oven roasted carrots are so flavorful with sweet honey, nutty brown butter and delicious and warming spices. Combining these baked carrots with a lemony, garlicky tahini sauce and you've got the […]
These lemony Chinese fried noodles are packed with flavors from the sesame oil, tons of fresh ginger and garlic, spring onion and a little zesty lemon for freshness. An amazing side dish that is so good you could eat them on their own. […]
Super fluffy on the inside, and crispy and golden on the outside, these patatas bravas, or Spanish potatoes, are such a treat that are so good smothered in a spicy tomato aïoli. No fancy ingredients needed! […]
Fennel Grapefruit Salad is a fresh and healthy side dish with bright and slightly bitter citrusy flavors paired with the mild anise flavor from the fennel and sweetness from the pomegranate. […]
A fall soup to remember, this healthy butternut squash soup is bursting with Moroccan flavors, roasted garlic, fresh ginger, a hint of goat cheese and all the best toppings! This soup is perfect as […]
This butternut squash kale salad is the perfect fall salad filled with delicious brussels sprouts, chickpeas, fresh clementines and roasted walnuts - and then drizzled with a simple maple mustard vinaigrette.
Craving some spicy semi-authentic Thai soup? This Vegan Lemongrass Noodle Soup has got your back. Spicy from the green curry paste and chilis, creamy from the coconut milk, hearty and filling from the noodles and a few crunchy […]
A crunchy vegetarian spinach mushroom quesadilla filled with delicious umami flavors like caramelized onions, ricotta and sun-dried tomatoes. It's quick and easy to make, can work as an appetizer, lunch or even dinner with a side salad. […]
Raita is a cool, creamy condiment that is a must with spicy Indian recipes. Yoghurt and cucumber soothe the palate and stand up to the spicier dishes. The meal will feel more whole when you add this to the party.
You'd be surprised to see how easy it is to make mayonnaise at home, from scratch! Homemade mayonnaise is quick and easy, with just a few simple ingredients, and SO much better than store bought. And if you know how to make mayonnaise, […]
This scalloped potatoes recipe is filled with herby and cheesy deliciousness, making it into a hybrid between scalloped potatoes and au gratin potatoes. It is however super easy to make this without cheese […]
Wilted kale is the simplest and most delicious way of getting that highly nutritious green into your diet. Sautéed kale is an easy side dish that is perfect with spicy curries, stews and casseroles. The garlic and salted butter add wonderful depths to the kale, […]
An easy ginger coconut lentil curry with less than 10 minutes hands on time and a wonderful blend of Indian spices and fresh lemon and ginger makes it one of my favorite healthy vegan Meatless Monday options. Simmering this dish for 40 minutes […]
Cheddar herb sweet potato mash is the perfect Holiday side dish. This mashed sweet potato recipe is full with delicious savory ingredients like cheddar, garlic and sage because sweet potatoes are sweet enough on their own […]