John Hughes’s iconic rom com “Pretty in Pink” has been a longtime favorite of mine— the soundtrack, actors, and teenage angst is so relatable. Inspired by the colors of this movie, I made a classic and beautiful smoothie! With only 7 whole-food and filling ingredients, this Pretty in Pink Smoothie is cost-effective and filling. I […]
RECIPES
Chocolate Protein Mug Cake
Time: 3 minutes Serves: 1 Ingredients: 2 tbsp flour 2 tbsp cocoa powder 2 tbsp sugar 2 tbsp @vegateam powder 1/4 tsp baking soda 4 tbsp coconut milk 1.5 tbsp coconut oil pinch of salt Direction: Mix dry ingredients (flour, cocoa, sugar, protein powder, baking soda, and salt) together in the microwavable mug using a […]
Sweet and Spicy Enchiladas
When the weather is bitterly cold, warm and flavorful food is so comforting to come home to! I especially love making large dishes like chili or casserole bakes in the winter because they can easily be re-heated as leftovers that week or put in the freezer. These Sweet and Spicy Vegan Enchiladas are a variation […]
Cashew-Based Queso
Time: 10 minutes Serves: 3-5 Ingredients: 2 cups cashews (soaked for 2+ hours) 3 cups water or unsweetened dairy-free milk 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon paprika 1 cup nutritional yeast hot sauce (optional) Directions: 1. Combine ingredients in a blender or food processor. 2. Pulse 2-3 times for approximately […]
Protein-Packed Waffles
Time: 10 Serves: 6 (can easily be refrigerated or frozen for later) Ingredients: 2 cups almond milk 1 tablespoon flax seed 3 tablespoons water 1/2 cup French Vanilla Vega All-in-One protein powder 2 cups flour 1/2 banana, blended 1 tablespoon sugar or agave 2 tablespoon coconut oil Directions: Make an “egg” with by combining water […]
Tofu Scramble
Time: 15 minutes Serves: 2 (or one very hungry person!) Ingredients: 1 block of firm silken tofu (12-14 oz.) 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric generous shake of nutritional yeast salt and pepper, to taste Directions: Heat oil or water, over a medium-hot pan. Gently mash tofu block to create a “scrambled egg” consistency. Chunks should be […]
Oatmeal Bliss Balls
Time: 15 minutes Serves: Makes approximately ten 1.5-inch balls Ingredients: 1/2 cup old fashioned oats 1/4 cup instant oats 1/4 cup nut butter 1 teaspoon chia seeds 1 teaspoon flaxseeds splash of water or almond milk (optional) dark chocolate bits (optional) 1 scoop vegan protein powder Directions: Measure out dry ingredients and combine in mixing […]