Macadamia Vegan Carbonara

Macadamia Vegan Carbonara

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This macadamia vegan carbonara is so rich and creamy, you’d never know it was dairy-free. I’m using macadamia milk and macadamias to get the creamy texture and rich flavor. Scott and I have become addicted to this macadamia vegan carbonara, or as I like to call it, pasta maconara! This is quick and easy to throw together, and is infused with lots …

Vegan French Lentil Salad with Arugula and Cashew Cheese

French Lentil Salad

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This French lentil salad with arugula and herbed cashew cheese is an elegant meal to serve for lunch or dinner that is loaded with protein and incredible flavor. This French lentil salad recipe comes from the Food52 Vegan cookbook by Gena Hamshaw. Gena’s latest cookbook is based on her popular New Veganism column that she has been writing for Food52 since 2012. …

Beet, Acai, Pomegranate Juice

Beet, Açaí, Pomegranate Juice

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Beet, Açaí, Pomegranate Juice This beet, açaí and pomegranate juice with spinach and coconut water is sweet and delicious, and loaded with nutrients and antioxidants to combat oxidation to the cells. This juice is also energizing, great for a detox, a fantastic immune-booster, and is wonderful for your liver. I got this pomegranate juice recipe from Westin Fresh by The Juicery. …

Roasted Vegetable Salad with Shallot Vinaigrette

Roasted Vegetable Salad with Shallot Vinaigrette

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This roasted vegetable salad with shallot vinaigrette is super easy, loaded with nutrients, awesome crunchy and creamy textures, and incredible flavor. I got this recipe out of the Everyday Detox cookbook by my dear friend Megan Gilmore, AKA Detoxinista. Megan says, “This salad is hearty enough to be served as a meal, thanks to a topping of warm roasted vegetables and creamy avocado. …

Vegan Oyster Mushroom Soup

Oyster Mushroom Soup

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This oyster mushroom soup is vegan and gluten-free, rich, earthy, creamy, and full of incredible flavor. Serve with a piece of crusty bread or a scoop of grain for a delicious meal. I got this oyster mushroom soup recipe from the My New Roots cookbook by Sarah Britton. Sarah says of this soup: “In early spring, when the weather is still …

Vegan Chai Banana Smoothie

Vegan Chai Banana Smoothie

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Vegan Chai Banana Smoothie This chai banana smoothie from The Blender Girl Smoothies book is vegan,, and is super creamy and delicious. I called this smoothie the Chai Tai in the book and this chai banana smoothie is one of my favorites recipes. The incredible creaminess and blend of warm spices in this chai banana smoothie will make you weak …

Gluten Free Flour and Corn Tortillas

Gluten Free Flour and Corn Tortillas

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These gluten free flour tortillas with GF flour and masa harina are a fantastic vegan flatbread to serve with Mexican food and other savory dishes. I get constant requests for good gluten-free vegan flatbread recipes, and I’m really excited to share these amazing gluten-free flour tortillas with corn from Silvana Nardone’s new book, Silvana’s Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Kitchen. Silvana follows up her …

Rooibos Chai

Rooibos Chai

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This rooibos chai is sugar-free, vegan, and paleo-friendly and is a delightful refreshing drink with an exotic beautiful flavor. I got this recipe from the I Quit Sugar book by Sarah Wilson. Sarah says of this chai, “This is a wonderfully nourishing version of the standard black tea chai. Rooibos is easy to find at most health-food shops and even at supermarkets. …

Raw Key Lime Pie

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This raw key lime pie is absolutely delicious and super easy to make. Avocado, coconut oil, and lime juice blend together to make a rich creamy filling, and cashews, coconut, and dates make the crust. Serve this dessert at any party and it will impress your guests. I got the recipe for this raw key lime pie out of the Choosing …