Snack Recipes
Vegan Mango Lassi
One of my favorite healthy summer treats for when the mangoes are at their best and we all want something refreshing to sip on, is a mango lassi. Traditionally they are made with dairy yogurt, but I like to make mine with coconut yogurt to keep it vegan. Just a little lime juice, fresh mangoes and a touch of maple syrup and you have something that tastes like dessert, but is actually good for you. Mangoes are packed with vitamin A and C so you are getting some of your vitamins in as well!
Drink Snack Beginner Child Friendly Easy Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Vegan Vegetarian
Vegan Strawberry Scones
Scones are the perfect thing to make on a weekend morning, they are so delicious while still warm out of the oven! Since strawberries are in season, I love to use them in baked goods like scones this time of the year. You may think that scones are difficult to make, but they are actually quite easy as long as you don’t over-handle the dough. These ones happen to be vegan, so if you are allergic to dairy or eggs, or just choose not to eat them, these are the perfect thing to make! They taste just as delicious as traditional scones too!
Breakfast Dessert Snack Intermediate Moderate Dairy-Free Vegan Vegetarian
Roasted Carrot Lemon Hummus
Hummus is easy to make at home, and the fun part is you can include your own favorite flavors and ingredients! This roasted carrot hummus is perfect for spring, and it is the perfect healthy snack or sandwich spread! It is packed with protein and fiber, and the flavor is delicious with sweet roasted carrots, fragrant lemon and a touch of cumin. If you are a hummus lover, try this next time instead of buying packaged hummus!
Snack Beginner Easy Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Heart Healthy Vegan Vegetarian
Spicy Beet and Carrot Fries with Lemon Tahini Dipping Sauce
Everyone loves french fries, but did you know you can make delicious fries out of other veggies too? I like root vegetable fries because they are packed with nutrients, they are healthier than traditional fries and they are so pretty! The ones I am sharing with you today are actually baked as well so they have much less fat than traditional fries and they pack more fiber since I am using beets and carrots instead of potatoes. These are easy to make and so good, and I pair them with a simple lemon tahini sauce. These are perfect as a side dish, or as an appetizer or snack. Give this Spring twist on fries a try next time you are craving them!
Appetizer Side Dish Snack Beginner Easy Allergen Friendly Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Heart Healthy Paleo Vegan Vegetarian
Vegan Banana Pecan Muffins
Just because you choose not to eat gluten or animal products does not mean you can not enjoy delicious freshly baked muffins! These banana pecan mini muffins, are gluten free thanks to the Bob’s Red Mill all purpose gluten free baking flour I used (which you can get at Fresh and Natural Foods), and vegan, because they are made without eggs but still light and fluffy. Don’t worry though you can not tell that they are not traditional muffins because they are just as delicious! These make the perfect Saturday morning treat!
Breakfast Snack Beginner Easy Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Vegan Vegetarian
Vegan Jalapeno Cream Cheese
Just because you have decided to go dairy free or are vegan, it doesn’t mean you have to give up things like cream cheese. Not when you can make your own dairy free version at home! The recipe I am sharing with you today is for a super delicious jalapeno cream cheese that is good on savory bagels, or as a sandwich spread, as a veggie dip, or for with crackers. It is made from cashews and coconut milk and it tastes so rich and delicious you would never guess that it is vegan! It is really simple to make as well! If you are more of a sweet than savory person, you could leave out the jalapenos, pepper flakes and garlic and instead add 1 cup freeze dried berries plus 2 Tbsp maple syrup instead for a sweet berry cream cheese.
Breakfast Snack Beginner Easy Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Vegan Vegetarian
Vegan Mozzarella Pepper Roll Ups
If you are looking for a festive, easy and delicious vegan appetizer for the Holidays, these pepper rolls are an awesome option! They comes together in about 15 minutes, look impressive and you would never even guess that they are vegan because the cheese I use, Miyoko’s kitchen mozzarella tastes like dairy cheese! These also happen to be gluten free as an added bonus!
Appetizer Snack Beginner Easy Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Vegan Vegetarian
Curried Spiced Nut Mix
I like to serve lots of snacks on New Years Eve, and one of my favorites is spiced nuts. They are not only easy to make, but everyone seems to love them and they taste so good! The recipe I am sharing with you today features nuts with fragrant curry powder, they are a little salty, a little sweet, and the curry makes them a lovely golden color. These are gluten free, dairy free and vegan too! If you would like something similar that was nut free, you could swap the nuts for a mixture of pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and sesame seeds, and that would be delicious as well!
Snack Beginner Easy Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Heart Healthy Paleo Vegan Vegetarian
Festive Holiday Popcorn
When you have guests during the Holidays it is always nice to have snacks out, even if you will be serving dinner later. You could just put out a bowl of nuts, but I like to make gourmet style popcorn instead! The one I am sharing with you today is sweet and salty, with festive cranberries pistachios, and candied ginger plus dark chocolate! It is gluten free, vegan and packed with fiber but nobody will notice because it is so delicious! Not only that it is easy to make and you can make it ahead of time!
Cranberry Lime Salsa
Almost everyone makes cranberry sauce for Thanksgiving, but sometimes I like to switch it up and make something else with cranberries. Like this salsa recipe I am sharing with you today! I love classic salsa, but fruit salsa can be delicious too! And why not use cranberries instead of the usual mangoes or pineapple. I like to use what is in season, and cranberries are widely available right now so they are perfect! They have a nice tart sweet flavor, and they actually pair really well with the savory elements of salsa. This is healthy and delicious, the perfect pre-Thanksgiving snack when paired with corn tortilla chips!
Snack Beginner Easy Allergen Friendly Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Heart Healthy Vegan Vegetarian