VEGAN TACO SALAD WITH WALNUT MUSHROOM MEAT

Makes 2 Jars

If you like grocery store bought dill pickles, then put your expectations sky high because these homemade jars take dill pickles to a whole new level.. It's a perfect way to preserve summer flavors with simple pantry ingredients, and you can stock your pantry with pickles to enjoy all year long.. Full of healthy, gut-healing, immunity boosting these little guys are perfect as a low-calorie snack, or sliced + added to sandwiches or simply served as a tasty side.. The only thing you need to know is for ending up with uber crunchy pickles, how to choose " right kind " of pickling cucumbers ( 4-5 inches long, thin bumpy skin, crisp texture, small seeds, a blocky shape and color gradient from light to dark ).. Salad or slicing cucumbers don’t hold up to the canning process as well and yield softer pickles.. Don't forget, your pickles will only be as good as your cucumbers, so choose wisely, and I know, these adorable tiny cukes hard to come by, 

Makes 8 Wraps

607 Calories Per Wrap

Say hello to your new best friend - to jackfruit; delicious vegan's meat alternative that has an amazing versatile flavor and texture, works miraculously well for both savory and sweet dishes-.. Fresh jackfruit is one of those seasonal treasure we eat all the time whenever available !! If your healthy grocery store has it, it's impossible to miss this huge, funny looking fruit in the fresh produce section.. When it's ripe, jackfruit is sweeter and tastes like a combo of mango, banana and pineapple -perfect for breakfasts, desserts and smoothies.. But we're going to use unripe fruit - cans of young green jackfruit, because has a blander taste, making it great for savory dishes, and is known for taking on the texture of pulled pork when cooked; you can stew it until tender, then broil or pan-fry it so it gets scrumptious crispy bits- for this addictively delicious wraps.. It's important when buying canned jackfruit, be sure to choose varieties packed in water or its own juices—not brine or sweetened syrup.. Also you need to know, jackfruit's hearty texture makes it a good meat substitute, but it doesn't provide the same protein boost as other plant-based sources, so it's important to combine /enrich jackfruit with nutritionally adequate proteins like hummus,

Makes 8" Round Cake, 10 Slices

537 Calories Per Slice

I have just one word for you !! Unbelievable !! This amazing cake is a different approach of the mille crepe cake that consists of many layers of crepes with cream filling in between along with fruits, cookies or other sweets.. First you need to make paper thin chocolate crepes - although the crepe cake is simple to make, it is a bit difficult to make it look tidy, so I have a few tips here for crepes: rest + chill the batter for 30 minutes to develop more flavor and texture, once the batter is poured into the pan, act quickly to spread the batter around the bottom of the pan in one quick motion, do not overcook the crepes - we want a pliable crepe rather than a crispy one-, and last thing, make sure crepes are cooled before

Makes 5-12" Pizza

870 Calories Per 12"Pizza

If life gives you the moment when peaches are at their peak level of sweetness, spicy jalapeno peppers are so shiny + tasty to pass on, and sweet corn is stacked high at every farmers' market, then you can make something crazy delicious with them .. Some people get excited about makeup haul or clothes haul, but one of my favorite things to bring home is big batch of season's produces from the farmer's market.. Last weekend farmer's market haul turned into this delicious pizza, and what could scream more summer than this pizza ? Peach, corn, jalapeno and homemade pesto are not a " stranger combination " here in our house, I used them together in every possible way; salad, salsa, appetizer, corn bread, 

Makes 4 Servings

614 Calories Per Serving Bowl

It's a perfect vegan + gluten free meal prepping bowl for busy workweek with oven baked healthy falafels that are made in the "right "way, with soaked chickpeas, instead of canned ( which gives the falafels the best texture and taste, you'll never want to use canned chickpeas again, I promise ! ), and baked them with very little oil.. These little balls are total energy booster, high in protein and uber tasty; and I served them on millet + green bed along with chopped mix veggies; some raw - some roasted, some soft - some crunchy, but all healthy and delicious.. Ohhh, vegan creamy cashew ranch is just cream de la

Makes 10 Savory Hand Pies, And 6 Serving Salad

519 Calories Per Serving Salad, 433 Calories Per Hand Pie

How do you create a perfect salad ? My opinion best salad needs at least one ingredient that tastes a little indulgent just to balance the rest out.. This amazing vegan salad has lots of indulgent ingredients - I would say the whole salad components are indulgent -; combines almond bacons, homemade honey mustard oven baked tofu nuggets, sweet strawberries, cherries, juicy tomatoes, roasted beets, creamy avocado, crunchy lettuce and tender greens for satisfying yet healthy meal.. Oil free, oven baked tofu triangles first coated with batter and golden roasted panko, baked for 30 minutes, then dipped into honey mustard sauce, and baked 5 more minutes for their addictive taste.. Crunchiness of the lettuce, the juiciness of the cherry tomatoes, the sweetness of the strawberries and cherries, the saltiness and umami taste of the almond bacons, the creaminess of the avocados creates perfect base for the addictive tofu; but for sure sweet and tangy homemade honey mustard sauce ties everything together deliciously.. As far as salads go, it doesn't get any better.. Hearty, filling, high in protein yet dangerously delicious and 

Makes 10 Burgers

355 Calories Per Burger

Summer days call for a great burger at least once a week, am I right ?? If you check my recipes, you can easily see that I'm obsessed with meatless meatballs and burgers !! Because I can use / choose organic, fresh and "real " ingredients when I'm making them.. Last weekend I made a big batch of bean burgers that everyone agreed to be "the best " black bean burgers ever !! I'm super confident you'll be satisfied with this amazing big, thick, hearty and delicious vegan black bean burgers, too.. They're healthy, nutritious and pack with protein + fiber, and they're much lower in fat and cholesterol than traditional beef burgers.. You can make the patty mixture 1-2 days ahead of time; form into patties or not, cover well and keep in the fridge; or you can shape the patties and freeze for future use, cook from frozen or thaw before cooking, either will work.. You can grill or bake the bean burgers and enjoy on a toasted bun, plain or on a salad !! If you grill; they will char beautifully on the outside, but still stay

Makes 6 Servings

305 Calories Per Serving

Peaches.. Beautiful peaches.. Juicy, sweet, delicious peaches.. Please, run to farmers market and buy lots of peaches this weekend; because this is a "must have "summer salad, before they're disappeared.. Despite only containing a handful of ingredients, this salad offers so much in texture, flavor, and contrast.. It is elegant and refined, yet simple, approachable, and effortless.. Season's newbie beets and radishes first roasted before joining in the party with amazing sweet peaches, and whole thing is garnished with tender greens, candied walnut, hot honey, then placed onto whipped lemon-y ricotta bed.. The sweetness of the peaches, the earthy beets, the creamy ricotta cheese, and crunch of candied walnuts come together deliciously to create one impressive salad.. Sweet, salty, soft, crunchy, nutty and creamy !! Everything you want from your salad !! Cherry on top for 

Makes 10 Slices

Calories

This is a uber healthy, high protein, vegetarian, gluten free, low fat, naturally sweetened banana bread recipe with a moist and delicious chocolate-y bites.. If you have ripen bananas sitting on your counter and begging for using them in any bake goods, then you're in luck.. Because you can not get any better than this.. If you haven't try baking with chickpea flour yet, this bread is a delicious way to start !! Chickpea flour - simply made from ground chickpeas -is a nutritious grain free, gluten free flour alternative for baking, and gives a wonderful earthy flavor and satisfying texture into any bake goods.. Best part about this delicious + nutritious bread is that develops more flavor during the storage, and taste is going to be even better than it was the first day.. Chickpea flour banana bread should be kept well-covered in foil or plastic wrap

Makes 8 Tacos

344 Calories Per Taco

I have many taco recipes, but these are totally different than others.. Just use your imagination, think about step up your taco games with elevated flavors of tender pulled mushrooms with melty cheese, crunchy pickled onion + radishes and amazing stew juice that cover the whole tacos before frying in the pan.. Because dipping your tacos into rich and juicy sauce is just better than eating them on their own.. Ohhhh my, real flavor festival in your mouth !! A simple authentic recipe -typically made with beef, lamb or goat meat- that just twisted a bit to vegetarian version for " the best " birria tacos; uber flavorful Mexican aromas combined

Makes 4 Servings

343 Calories Per Serving

Because of the extreme heat, I'm all about " easy " nowadays, one pot meals, still out-of-this-world-tasty yet healthy !! I'm sure you'll appreciate this too and believe me, light lunch or dinner can not be easier than this !! Grab a package of your favorite gnocchi from grocery store or gourmet version make your own at home, toss them directly into a sheet pan along with summer veggies, roast them for 20 minutes, then dig in !! That's it, dinner is served deliciously, no need to boil the gnocchi.. It’s a game-changing way to make a go-to weeknight meal even more of a win.. Roasting the gnocchi instead of boiling them won’t give you that light, dumpling texture you’re used to know, but it arguably makes them even better.. They get crispy and browned on the outside — almost like roasted 

Makes 6 Servings

662 Calories Per Serving

Here is a perfect example for picnics, bbq's, potlucks and easy summer dinners.. If you need a last minute wholesome dish for a cookout or picnic for this weekend, then try this one.. Make ahead orzo veggie salad and delightful sticky black bean meatballs are easy nutritious wholemeal enjoyment for any occasions.. Orzo salad is so simple, filled with lots of fresh crunchy veggies and zesty herbs with just enough pasta to complement and soak up the delicious Greek salad dressing.. I love how orzo doesn’t take up a lot of space in the salad like my other pasta dishes.. A generous ratio of fresh summer veggies and homegrown herbs combined enough of orzo that just adds to it without stealing the show.. This is the best way to eat healthy delicious

Makes 20 Cookies

202 Calories Each Cookie With Chocolate

I'm totally obsessed with them !! Super soft, fluffy, chewy, and absolutely delicious; plus they have perfect texture to create ice cream sandwiches for any outdoor celebrations.. I can not think of better version of healthy cookies than this !! They're just perfect in every way.. These brownie / cake consistency delightful cookies are made with almond + coconut flour, almond butter and dark raisin sprinkles -or sub with your favorite adds in-.. They're lightly sweetened, so there is plenty room

Makes 36 Crab Rangoon

70 Calories Per Rangoon With Sauce

Ohhhh my, restaurant style appetizer but healthier version of it with less calories and no preserves; oven baked crab rangoon with homemade sweet chili sauce is a home run for summer entertaining.. These tasty, adorable, crunchy outside creamy inside pillows are filled with smooth cream cheese, cashew mayo and crabmeat mixture, and look just as good as they taste.. You can make crab rangoon in advance, freeze it for future use.. Once they’re folded, simply place uncooked crab rangoon onto a baking sheet or plate, flash freeze them for an hour, then slide them into a freezer bag or freezer safe container.. This allows them to be stored together without sticking to one another..  When ready to serve; simply remove

Makes 6 Servings

308 Calories Per Serving

Although pasta is high up on my list of comfort food, we have to find the perfect moment for pasta dishes.. Because any pasta in our house is always made with lots of labor of love ( homemade / hand cut pasta ) with special sauces.. So it's not a quick fix weeknight dinner for us, but really worth to wait "out-of-this-world-tasty" celebration whenever we made it.. Like this hand cut fettuccine with vegan ragu sauce; dangerously delicious with a great depth of flavor, and lots of texture.. This crazy delicious vegan mushroom ragu is a healthy alternative on classic Italian bolognese pasta sauce, and loaded with lots of vegetables.. Recipe is quite simple and requires few ingredients - most of them are pantry essentials, but few tricky ones can be replaced -, YES it can be prepared in advance, actually if you make it at least a day ahead, it's better for developing more flavor and texture.. Here are few ideas for replacements; I used dried porcini mushrooms which add lots of flavor into ragu and worth using 

Makes 12 Slices

235 Calories Per Slice

Hello to summer gatherings, picnics, outdoor activities !! Although whole country living in unexpected heat waves, we're still in rhubarb season, and I'm doing my very best to use it in every possible way as I can; pies, tarts, bars, drinks, jam.. Either harvesting an armful of last batch of rhubarb from your garden or pick some up from the farmer's market, even though so excited but anxious to use, because you don't know how.. You're in the right place, I have an amazing keeper recipe for you !! Easy to make, gorgeous to look at, and absolute pleasure to eat !! Enjoy a big slice when still is warm with an ice cream.. It's a killer !! Seriously, you need this tart in your life !! Tart rhubarb, almond-y short bread kind of frangipane filling and crusty tender dough come together in a heavenly combo to make your taste buds soooooo happy !! Rectangular shape rolled free form, uber flakey and tender pie dough first filled with frangipane mixture - simply mixture of almond flour, sugar, only one tablespoon butter and egg-, then beautifully and rustically breaded over a simple rhubarb filling.. Here are couple tricks for you to create the perfect pie dough, cold butter - my signature pie dough has just the right amount of butter to enjoy amazing taste without clogging your arteries- and

Makes 4 Servings

375 Calories Per Serving

One bowl summer salad has it all !! This amazing colorful salad is not just an eye candy, packed with full of nutrient rich ingredients and lots of flavor.. Juicy naturally sweet strawberries, tangy quick pickled red onions + radishes, candied crunchy hazelnuts, nutrient packed greens - spinach, sorrel, wild lambs quarter, and mix herbs -, slightly salty feta crumbles and addictively delicious balsamic dressing.. What else you want from your salad ? Most crucial thing is balancing flavors and texture when creating any salad as well as combining four main taste elements in a harmony; acid, bitter, sweet and salt.. You have to have little bit of everything in one bowl and in every bite; like this one.. This refreshing salad is also so easy, quick and forgiving; feel free to sub with your preferred kind of greens, nuts, seeds and cheese.. You can add watermelon, cherry tomatoes or avocado

Makes 12 Tacos

387 Calories Per Taco

How about a plate of deliciously juicy, spicy, smoky, and meaty vegan portobello mushroom tacos for this weekend or any weeknights ? Because they're so quick, easy to make, bursting with full of flavor, and come together in a flash.. Tacos made with sheet pan roasted portobello mushrooms in a delicious marinade which makes these mushrooms irresistibly juicy and tender !! These meatless ‘meaty’ tacos are great  " grab and bite " food and go hand in hand with some cool drinks in the sun and make fairly relaxed hosting as you can prepare everything well in advance.. You know, as good as the seasoned mushrooms are, the tacos really come alive with the toppings; first I dressed 6 inches corn + flour mix tortillas with generous big dollop of "out-of - this - world " kind of tasty avocado crema, tahini slaw and quick pickled red onion + radishes,