Cherry Tahini Coconut Popsicles with Chocolate Drizzle (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Refined Sugar-Free)

I love hot weather. I love hot weather food. A heat wave is the perfect excuse to subsist on cold smoothies, fruit, nice cream, and plenty of popsicles. Ok, and maybe a fresh salad or two. These Cherry Tahini popsicles are grown-up popsicles. Sophisticated flavors, a drizzle of dark chocolate, and a sprinkle of coconut … Continue reading Cherry Tahini Coconut Popsicles with Chocolate Drizzle (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Refined Sugar-Free)

Mango-Avocado-Mint Green Smoothie

After a weekend full of birthday cook-outs, cupcakes, and chocolate chip ice cream cookie cups (oh yes!) I felt like I need a dose of green to start my week. This creamy green smoothie was filling, refreshing, fruity, and so satisfying. Although my daughter asked for a "pink" smoothie this morning, I found her eyes wandering … Continue reading Mango-Avocado-Mint Green Smoothie

Spicy Tempeh Tacos (vegan, gluten-free) + Lightlife Giveaway Winner

Happy Friday, friends! Today is exciting for so many reasons! First of all, it's National Veggie Day, or National Eat Your Vegetables Day, which is the kind of observance I can really stand behind. Also, today I'm sharing the winner of the Lightlife free product giveway. Don't worry, even if you didn't win the giveaway, … Continue reading Spicy Tempeh Tacos (vegan, gluten-free) + Lightlife Giveaway Winner

Sweet Potato Toast! + 7 Fun Plant-Based Topping Ideas

Last weekend I came across an idea, actually it popped up on my Facebook feed as an advertisement from yahoo.com. An idea I could kick myself for never thinking of. Sweet potato toast. As in, sliced sweet potato, toasted in the toaster (or toaster oven) and used in place of bread. I was excited, and … Continue reading Sweet Potato Toast! + 7 Fun Plant-Based Topping Ideas

Perfect Peanut Butter Cookies -Vegan, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free

There's just something about a really good peanut butter cookie. Seeing as this is my fourth cookie recipe on the blog featuring peanut butter, it's safe to say that it's one of my all time favorite treats. These are the kind of peanut butter cookies you just love taking a bite out of. They're thick, … Continue reading Perfect Peanut Butter Cookies -Vegan, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free

Watermelon Cucumber Slushy with Fresh Aloe Vera Gel – The Ultimate Summer Hydrator and Skin Beautifier

I've been waiting for over a month to share this super cooling, hydrating, and refreshing summer beverage. The temperatures have been really heating up, and it looks like this weekend is going to be a scorcher in our neck of the woods. Move over Gatorade. This frosty watermelon drink will help you cool down naturally, … Continue reading Watermelon Cucumber Slushy with Fresh Aloe Vera Gel – The Ultimate Summer Hydrator and Skin Beautifier

Chocolate Raspberry Baked Oatmeal Squares (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free)

These baked oatmeal squares require just one bowl, less than 10 ingredients, and will be done in under a half hour. Whip these up one night and you'll have breakfast ready for the next several days. They're gluten-free, dairy and egg-free, nut-free, oil-free, and can be made sugar-free as well. You can bake them in … Continue reading Chocolate Raspberry Baked Oatmeal Squares (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free)

Quick Oil-Free White Bean Hummus with 5 Flavor Variations

Need a basic hummus recipe with 5 ingredients or less that you can whip up for that last second backyard barbecue invitation? Here it is! Simple and delicious, with no oil needed. It's just so darn good. I love the simplicity of this hummus. And since we're on the subject, I see nothing wrong with … Continue reading Quick Oil-Free White Bean Hummus with 5 Flavor Variations

Sticky Baked BBQ Tempeh Strips (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free)

Nothing says summer like sticky, smoky, barbecue-sauce-slathered eats. Just because you're following a plant-based diet, doesn't mean you don't get to enjoy a "meaty," saucy meal! I love these easy tempeh strips and they're quickly becoming one of my favorite go-to dinners. These strips are a perfect way to use my Easy, No-Cook BBQ Sauce from … Continue reading Sticky Baked BBQ Tempeh Strips (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free)

Low Sugar Mojito Smoothie (Vegan)

You guys know I love my sweet, fruity smoothies. Fruit is a pretty big part of my diet, and since I feel great eating this way, I don't plan to cut it out anytime soon. However, when I came across a blog post from Ricki Heller about low natural sugar, fruit free smoothies, I was intrigued. … Continue reading Low Sugar Mojito Smoothie (Vegan)