Recipes

Curried Vegetable Shepherd’s Pie

This recipe has two of my favorite comfort foods combined, curry and shepherd’s pie with fluffy mashed potatoes! It is warming and delicious, since it is still cool outside and features veggies that are wonderful to enjoy in the spring! The leftovers of this are even more flavorful the next day, so if you want to make it a day ahead of time that works out great!

Entree Beginner Easy Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Vegan Vegetarian

Chicken and Curried Fruit

The intense, sweet flavor and chewy texture of dried fruit is highlighted by curry and other flavorings in this simple entree. Leftover dried fruit may be sprinkled over cereal of pilafs or stuffings. Remember that a little goes a long way- although low infat, dried fruit is higher in calories than fresh fruit.

Modified recipe from Light Cooking Chicken, 1998.

Lemon Dill Slaw

This lemon dill slaw is refreshing, easy to make and perfect for spring and summer! It combines crunchy cabbage, zucchini, and carrots with pumpkin seeds in a tangy lemon dill dressing. It is packed with fiber and nutrients and a great way to get those extra veggies in! This is good as a side salad, on a sandwich in place of lettuce, or as something to serve with a protein like grilled tofu. You can even make it a day ahead of time and use it in lunches as it tastes even better the next day!

Salad Side Dish Beginner Easy Allergen Friendly Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Heart Healthy Raw Salad Vegan Vegetarian

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Fresh home made muffins were always one of my favorite things to make on weekends growing up in my home. These lemon poppy seed muffins are so scrumptious you would never guess that they are vegan and gluten free! They are easy to make, and now is the perfect time to make them when lemons are at their best!

Dessert Snack Beginner Easy Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Vegan Vegetarian

Shrimp and Fish Quick Fix

Short on time but need something healthy and deilicious? Try this shrimp and fish quick fix, you won’t regret it. You can use any type of fish, yet tilapia, cod, or halibut are good choices to go with. Serve this entree on a bed of hot rice and a side of green beans. Yum!

Hearty Lentil Mushroom Stew

This hearty lentil mushroom stew is so warming and delicious! Perfect for a chilly day to warm up with and fill you up without weighing you down. It is easy to make as well, and you can be enjoying it in less than an hour! It is a full meal with protein from the lentils and plenty of veggies, perfect with some crusty sourdough bread on the side or a salad for a satisfying dinner!

Entree Soup Beginner Easy Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Heart Healthy soup Vegan Vegetarian

Sweet Potato Leek Soup

This sweet potato leek soup is simple but so good! It is packed with flavor thanks to the sweet leeks, has a smooth texture because I have added in sweet potato puree to thicken it and it is wonderful served with a piece of crusty bread on the side! If you would like added protein, you can also add in a can of drained chickpeas or white beans as well!

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Chunky Vegetable-Cod Soup

One more delicious warm soup for these wintery days to make you feel good. The fish soup will win your family’s approval…hook, line, and sinker!

Modified Recipe from Soups & Stews, Easy Everyday Recipe Library, BH&G

Lemon Thyme Roasted Tofu and Asparagus

If you are looking for a healthy quick and easy weeknight meal, this Lemon Thyme Roasted Tofu and Asparagus is a great option, it is easy to make, and packed with flavor! I like this served with some cooked quinoa or brown rice on the side for a satisfying meal!

Entree Beginner Easy Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Vegan Vegetarian

Best Split Pea Soup

It’s winter and time for the best split pea soup. Start this early in the day – it needs to simmer a long time. This delicious soup can be made with added meat such as ham if desired. Serve with warm dinner rolls or crackers. This soup with fill the home with wonderful smells. Enjoy.