Memorial Day and grilling season is right around the corner; in fact, May is National Barbecue Month, making this a great time to share my favorite easy barbecue sauce. This is my go-to barbecue sauce, and I use it on everything! Barbecue Lentil Wraps, saucy roasted cauliflower, and BBQ tempeh (recipe coming soon!) are just … Continue reading Easy, 5-Minute, No-Cook Barbecue Sauce (Vegan, Refined Sugar Free)
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Calming and Clearing Thyme-Lavender Toner
It has been quite some time since I posted any homemade beauty recipes. I only like to post what I actually use on a regular basis, or have tested out for at least a few weeks. I like to keep my routine pretty simple, however I do love playing with herbs and botanical ingredients to … Continue reading Calming and Clearing Thyme-Lavender Toner
Quinoa Pilaf with Roasted Asparagus and Fennel
This healthy side dish combines fluffy quinoa cooked in broth, and tossed with toasted sunflower seeds, fresh cilantro, and roasted asparagus and fennel. It will satisfy your palate with a variety of textures and flavors, and will feed your body and beauty with loads of nutrition (protein, fiber, antioxidants, minerals, and healthy fats, to name … Continue reading Quinoa Pilaf with Roasted Asparagus and Fennel
3 Ingredient Maple-Tahini Freezer Fudge (vegan)
I'm starting out the week with the easiest and yummiest melt-in-your-mouth, no-cook, refined-sugar free fudge. I always know when a recipe is good by how difficult it is for me to take photos of the finished product. Without eating all of it. This fudge is so good, I barely got enough pictures before it was … Continue reading 3 Ingredient Maple-Tahini Freezer Fudge (vegan)
20 Last Minute Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas (all vegan and gluten-free)
A last minute post on last minute Mother's Day Brunch ideas! All of these recipes are gluten-free, vegan, and take only 30 minutes or less to make. Show mom how much you love her by whipping up a healthy, plant-based, beautifying brunch that tastes as lovely as it looks! 1. Hint of Lemon Cornmeal … Continue reading 20 Last Minute Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas (all vegan and gluten-free)
For the Love of Rooibos + 3 Delicious Ways to Enjoy It
Today I'm excited to share my love of rooibos tea. Rooibos tea, or red tea, grows exclusively in South Africa, where it has been enjoyed for its taste and medicinal properties for many years. Rooibos has just started becoming popular in the United States over the last decade or so, and continues to gain a … Continue reading For the Love of Rooibos + 3 Delicious Ways to Enjoy It
Vegan Mocha Caramel Ice Cream with Almonds and Dark Chocolate Chunks
Last month, when I was experimenting with my creamy raw macadamia nut milk, I came up with this luscious ice cream. It's smooth, rich, and chocolatey with hints of coffee flavor, chunks of almond and dark chocolate, and ribbons of homemade caramel. Despite all this decadence, it is free from dairy (obviously) and refined sugars, … Continue reading Vegan Mocha Caramel Ice Cream with Almonds and Dark Chocolate Chunks
Matcha Mint Raw Oreos – Two Ways (both vegan & gluten-free)
On March 6, 1912, cookie history was made. Two crispy chocolate cookie discs with a sweet creme filling were released to the American public, creating a confectionery frenzy, becoming (and remaining) the most popular cookie in the United States. That's right, today is Oreo Cookie day. And am I ever excited about sharing this raw oreo … Continue reading Matcha Mint Raw Oreos – Two Ways (both vegan & gluten-free)
Starfruit Green Smoothie
My third and final smoothie in this series features a fruit I've never tried in a smoothie before. Starfruit. I've often overlooked this uniquely shaped produce in the grocery store. Other than as a garnish in a fruit bowl, I was never quite sure what to do with it. After hearing the sad news last … Continue reading Starfruit Green Smoothie
Pretty Things Smoothie (with Beet, Strawberry, and Citrus)
When I heard that David Bowie passed away 10 days ago, I was in disbelief. How could he be gone? To echo the phrase I kept reading others lament, "I didn't know he was even mortal!" His creativity and talent seemed superhuman. Even though I didn't know David Bowie personally, I was incredibly saddened by … Continue reading Pretty Things Smoothie (with Beet, Strawberry, and Citrus)
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