Category Archives: appetizers and snacks

Unfried Beans

Football season is here and it’s time for snacks! I love bean dip and refried beans but not the oil and definitely not the lard that sometimes gets added to the mix. Here’s a super easy, quick and healthy way to … Continue reading

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Avocado Curry – Sauce – Dip – Spread

I hear a lot of people say they don’t like curry.  I always tell them to give it another chance. There are so many “curries” out there – red, green, yellow, Indian, Thai…. the list goes on and on and … Continue reading

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Mega Omega 3 Spread

I recently learned vegans and vegetarians can convert Omega 3 fats into DHA easier with a bit of turmeric added.  According to the National Institutes of Health funded study titled, “Curcumin boosts DHA in the brain: Implications for the prevention … Continue reading

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Spring Roll Fever

Spring is here. What a great time for spring rolls! Actually, pretty much anytime is a great time for spring rolls if you ask me.  If you’ve never made them, they are tons of fun – but there are a … Continue reading

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White Bean Pesto Spread

I can’t tell you how many times I hear people say, “I’d go vegan but I just can’t give up cheese.”   Sure it’s tough to give up cheese.  I feel your pain. I used to eat a lot of … Continue reading

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Raw Vegan Nacho Cheese Zucchini Chips

I have a couple other tasty recipes on the blog for zucchini chips – spicy Asian and chili lime. I love zucchini because they’re so easy to grow and they’re so versatile.  I think dehydrated chips have become my absolute … Continue reading

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Crispy Not-Fried Onion Rings

One of my favorite holiday dishes as a kid was green bean casserole. I loved sneaking some of the french fried onions straight from the can.  It’s been years since I’ve had them since they are not gluten-free. I don’t … Continue reading

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To-“feta” Vegan Feta

Feta cheese is the signature ingredient in Greek salad and tops many Greek dishes.  This vegan version is tasty in salads or crumbled on top of your favorite dish and it’s really easy to make. To-“feta” 12 oz organic firm … Continue reading

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Spicy Asian Zucchini Chips

So, I loved my Spicy Chili Lime Zucchini Chips so much, I decided to make an Asian version too.  These are spicy and so good. Am I worried about growing too much zucchini? Not now! Spicy Asian Zucchini Chips ½ cup … Continue reading

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Chili Lime Zucchini Chips

We have had an amazing growing season in our little garden.  Who would have guessed our tiny plot would yield nearly enough lettuce for both of us for the whole summer.  And zucchini and yellow squash? Let’s just say there’s … Continue reading

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It’s Fresh Basil Season – This Vegan Caprese Salad Tastes Like the Real Deal

I love, love, love this time of year!  There’s nothing like heading out to my backyard and snipping some fresh herbs for my favorite dishes.  The basil is particularly happy this year. We’ve had a cooler, wetter summer and basil seems to … Continue reading

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Pad Thai Kale Chips

The first time I popped a kale chip into my mouth, I knew I’d found the perfect snack. These curly little green cuties were not only healthy, but also super high on the yum factor.  The biggest problem I found … Continue reading

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