Tag: Appetizer

Easy Kale Salad

Easy Kale Salad

Unprepared for lunch? Try this quick and easy kale salad! Ingredients 1 cup kale, rinsed, dried & chopped 1 small carrot, diced 1/4 cup cucumber, diced 1 broccoli floret, chopped 1/2 Tbs Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar Pinch of salt and black pepper to taste 

Mighty Rainbow Kale Salad

Mighty Rainbow Kale Salad

Prep time: 10 minutes Serving size: 1-2 Ingredients 1 cup Kale (chopped)  ½ Red Cabbage (fine chop) 1 Green onion (chopped) ¼ Red onion (diced) 1 small carrot (small dice) ¼ Cucumber (quarter slice) ¼ cup Broccoli (chopped) ¼ cup celery, chopped 2 radishes (quarter 

Easy Oven-roasted Vegetables

Easy Oven-roasted Vegetables

Ingredients

1 large red onion, chopped

Brussel sprouts, halved

4 large carrots, chopped

5 garlic cloves, peeled

1 large zucchini, chopped

1 red bell pepper, chopped

1 sweet potato, diced

7-8 cherry tomatoes

Olive oil

Apple cider vinegar

Salt

Pepper

Paprika

Chili powder

Ground mustard

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit
  2. Peel and smash the garlic either with the side of the knife or the back of a spoon, it can be minced but is preferably baked whole
  3. Cut the bottoms of the brussel sprouts off, discard and cut the sprout in half
  4. Largely chop the onion, carrot, zucchini, sweet potato, and red bell pepper. Place all the vegetables and cherry tomatoes into a baking dish, preferably with enough depth about 4 quarts. 
  5. Drizzle olive oil and apple cider vinegar over the vegetables, and sprinkle seasonings to taste. 
  6. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes, stir the vegetables and rotate the pan and bake for another 15-25 minutes or until things begin to crisp. 
  7. Serve with rice, quinoa, lentils, pasta, or with salad and beans. 

This recipe is super helpful if you’re not a big fan of cooking because you can just set it and forget it until the timer goes off! This can be a part of a main course or just a tasty side to serve with other delectable goods, either way it’ll save you time in the kitchen!

Hearty Banana Bread

Hearty Banana Bread

This recipe for Hearty Banana Bread is vegan-friendly and a healthy way to get your sweet tooth satiated without sacrifice! Ingredients Hearty Banana Bread 1 Tbsp ground flaxseed + 2.5 Tbsp water, combined 3 medium ripe bananas  1/4 heaping cup almond butter or peanut butter  

Black Bean Tortilla Soup

Black Bean Tortilla Soup

Ingredients 2 Tbsp olive oil ½  yellow onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 red pepper, diced 1 1/2 tsp cumin 1 tsp chili powder 1 1/2 cups spicy salsa 4 cups vegetable stock 1 Tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup (to taste) 2 15-ounce 

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

Roasted Butternut Squash soup is perfect for the Fall or Winter. This recipe is easy to follow and vegan-friendly. Substitute gluten free crackers or bread to share this dish with anyone!

Equipment

Food processor or immersion blender, serrated knife, baking sheet, peeler

Ingredients

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

1 large butternut squash

Olive oil

Salt, pepper

Optional: thai chili pepper, lime juice, cilantro, baguettes

Directions

Begin by preheating the oven to 400ºF

Peel the outside of the squash and discard the skin. Cut the top of the squash off and then cut in half. Remove the seeds from the core. Cut the squash in large cubes. Place the cubes on the baking tray, lightly coat with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Bake in the oven for 25-40 minutes, rotating halfway through. Prick with a fork to ensure the squash is soft and tender.

Once baked, let cool for 10 minutes. After, add the squash to a large stovetop pot or a food processor and blend until creamy and smooth. Transfer to a stovetop pot and set heat to low. Adjust flavor with more salt and pepper as desired. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes.

Alternatively, you may add ¼ c. coconut milk, 2 tsp. Lime juice, ¼ tsp Thai chili flakes, 1 tbsp minced cilantro, or green onions for another flavor profile.

Serve with homemade sourdough or crackers and enjoy. 

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 1-2 weeks. 

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Guacamole

Guacamole

Ingredients 3-4 avocados 1 lime, juiced 1/4 c. white onion, diced 1 roma tomato, diced 1 tsp. ground cumin 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. black pepper 1/2 tsp. ground coriander 1/4 c. cilantro, minced Directions Halve the avocados, remove pits, and use a fork to 

Homemade Pico de Gallo

Homemade Pico de Gallo

Ingredients 6-7 roma tomatoes 1 large yellow onion  ½ bunch of cilantro  2 garlic cloves ½ cumin Salt to taste  1 can of El Pato Salsa de Chile Fresco (found in Latinx grocery stores or international aisle at your regular grocery store)  1 lime  Tortilla 

Roasted Carrot Hummus

Roasted Carrot Hummus

Roasted Carrot Hummus is a delicious recipe that you’ll surely love. Carrots are nutritious, fibrous vegetables that blend well into a creamy and rich dip to bring to your next family dinner or game night.

Prep time: 40-50 minutes Serves: 7-10

Ingredients

Roasted Carrot Hummus

6-7 large carrots 

1 Tablespoon Cooking oil (olive, coconut, vegetable or butter if not vegan) 

Salt + Pepper to taste

4-5 garlic cloves

1 Tablespoon Tahini

1 Teaspoon Dried or fresh rosemary (optional)

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F 
  2. Rinse carrots, cut the tops off 
  3. Rub carrots with enough oil to lightly coat them, sprinkle with a dash of salt and pepper
  4. Lay everything on a cooking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes
  5. Add in crushed, fresh garlic cloves at the last 5 minutes of baking 
  6. Remove everything from the oven once roasted and the carrots begin to crisp on the outside. 
  7. Let it cool for 5 minutes 
  8. You can chop the carrots in half or just toss them in and the garlic in the food processor or blender. 
  9. Blend until thick
  10. Taste and add more seasoning or rosemary if desired 
  11. Blend until smooth and creamy
  12. Serve with crackers or raw vegetables. Makes a nice spread on sandwiches and wraps. 
  13. Keeps in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days 

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Thai Cucumber Salad

Thai Cucumber Salad

Thai Cucumber Salad is a delightful appetizer to accompany any meal, particularly during the Summer. The crisp freshness of the cucumber pairs well with rice vinegar, red onion, and bell pepper. Ingredients Serve: 2-3 Prep time: 5-7 minutes Thai Cucumber Salad 2 cucumbers, peeled &