Easy Baked Tempeh

Let me take you on a little journey! When I first decided to make Easy Baked Tempeh, I was a bit skeptical. I had attempted tempeh a couple of times before, and let’s just say my results were a tad lackluster. But this time? I nailed it right out of the gate! I mixed up the marinade – wow, the aroma was *amazing*! The surprise came when I bit into a piece of our crispy baked tempeh; it was so good I clapped my hands with joy! To improve it further, I added a splash more soy sauce and sesame … Read more

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Easy Baked Tempeh / healthy recipes / Plant-Based Meals / Tempeh Recipe / Vegan Protein

Borscht

Alright, so let me be real with you! When I first attempted this recipe, I was a bit nervous. I had never cooked with beets before, and if I’m honest, they always seemed a little intimidating. But guess what? I nailed it on my first try! The vibrant color of the soup was stunning, but what really wowed me was the tangy flavor that came together. One surprise was how much I adored the combination of sour cream and fresh dill garnishing the bowl. Honestly, I almost forgot to add these at the end! After making it, I thought, ‘This … Read more

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beet soup / Borscht / Easy Soup Recipe / healthy recipes / Ukrainian soup

Cauliflower Rice

  Alright, let me take you back to when I first tried making this delightful little dish. I had seen so many cool recipes floating around online featuring cauliflower rice, and I thought, why not give it a whirl? Spoiler alert: I nailed it on the first try! But like any cooking adventure, a few surprises popped up. For starters, my kitchen smelled amazing as the cauliflower sautéed, but I didn’t expect it to get so fluffy and light! I had always thought of cauliflower as a sturdy veg, but it transformed into this delicate thing! I ended up tweaking … Read more

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Cauliflower rice / Gluten-Free / healthy recipes / Low carb / Vegan

Avocado Egg Salad

Let me tell you a little story about the first time I made this Avocado Egg Salad. It was a sunny Saturday afternoon, and I had some avocados on the brink of becoming overly ripe, and I thought, “Why not whip up a quick and healthy lunch?” I’ve had my share of egg salad disasters before, but this time, I was determined to nail it! To my surprise, the creamy avocado paired so beautifully with the eggs that I could hardly believe how tasty it turned out! I ended up making a few tweaks, like adding dill and seasoning to … Read more

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Avocado Egg Salad / Avocado Recipes / Egg Salad / healthy recipes / Quick meals

Pea Salad

When I first made this Pea Salad, I was a little unsure how it would turn out! Peas had never been my favorite, but I decided to give them a chance. To my surprise, the freshness and crunch really changed my perspective. The first attempt went smoothly, but I wanted to kick the flavor up a notch! After a bit of experimentation with herbs and spices, the addition of fresh dill made all the difference. It gave the salad an extra zing that I absolutely loved! Trust me, don’t skip the fresh herbs; they truly elevate this dish! This Pea … Read more

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Easy Side Dish / healthy recipes / Pea Salad / Picnic Salad / Refreshing Salad Recipe

Italian Sub Salad

Let me tell you, when I first decided to try making the Italian Sub Salad, I was pretty excited! Honestly, I thought I’d nail it right away, and guess what? I did, for the most part! The only surprise was how refreshing it turned out. I wasn’t expecting such a vibrant flavor explosion! A couple of tweaks did pop up, though. The original recipe called for some pickled peppers, but I switched them for roasted red peppers, and oh boy, they added such a perfect sweetness. When you're craving that classic Italian sub flavor but want something lighter and fresher, … Read more

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easy salad recipes / healthy recipes / Italian cuisine / Italian Sub Salad / Quick dinner ideas

Salmon Caesar Salad

Let me tell you about my little culinary adventure with this Salmon Caesar Salad. The first time I made it, I was a tad nervous – it sounds fancy, right? But let me tell you, I absolutely nailed it! The salmon came out perfectly flaky and the dressing was just divine. I was expecting hiccups along the way, but the only surprise was how quickly it all came together. After enjoying it, I decided to tweak the dressing a bit with some added lemon zest – and oh boy, did that brighten up the flavor! Now, it’s a must-have every … Read more

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caesar salad / healthy recipes / salmon