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Jackfruit Benefits Jackfruit is a convenient vegetarian option that is low in calories, and has 3 grams of protein per cup, which is relatively high compared to other fruits. What really makes jackfruit unique is its texture, which looks remarkably similar to shredded meat. Like most fruits, jackfruit contains antioxidants, which may help to lower inflammation and promote balanced blood sugar levels. (source) Canned Jackfruit vs. Fresh Jackfruit When it comes to fruit, I usually prefer working with fresh or frozen, but I tend to work with canned jackfruit because the fresh version intimidates me....

The recipe is easy to make, and you can enjoy it as a starter, side dish, or light meal. Ingredients in mango salad How to make mango salad Variations This grain bowl is inspired by our mango salad and black bean salad. It combines the delicious juiciness of mangoes with nutty and protein-rich black beans and quinoa. The sweet and juicy flesh of ripe mango pairs perfectly with creamy avocado, crunchy red bell pepper, tangy shallots or mild red onions, and spicy red chilies....

This is a simple, no-fuss recipe you can make half asleep on a Sunday morning. You can pair vegan pancakes with anything, from fresh fruit and maple syrup to non-dairy butter and hazelnut spread. But fear not—those little hotcakes are still plenty delicious and reeeeally easy to make. You’ll only need flour, non-dairy milk, baking powder, vanilla extract, salt, and whatever topping you are in the mood for. Really, it can’t get any easier than that!...

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. We love the flavors of takeout and enjoy re-creating our favorite Asian-inspired dishes at home, from Shrimp Fried Rice to Beef and Broccoli, and of course Sweet and Sour Chicken. Making an eggroll bowl is one of the quickest and easiest ways to satisfy the craving for takeout. Eggroll in a Bowl Recipe If you enjoy Egg Rolls but haven’t tried them in a bowl you are for a treat with this deconstructed egg roll served in a bowl!...

With the name “everything“, there aren’t too many rules and regulations regarding what exactly must go on an everything bagel. With such vague rules, this recipe has, surprisingly, fallen into a pretty standard mold. Sesame seeds, poppy seeds, onion, garlic, and big flaky pieces of salt. This simple mixture of flavors has become a favorite! It’s been such a consistent favorite, Trader Joe’s started the fabulous trend of “everything bagel seasoning”....

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. These Easy Firecracker Shrimp taste as good as they look! Watch your guests’ eyes get big when you serve up this appetizer. We had these in Mexico at the El Dorado Resort. The food there was gourmet and dinner took about two hours; one course at a time. I wanted to re-create them. Definitely brought back memories. Ingredients: 1 lb 21/25 count large shrimp, peeled & deveined with tail left on 1 package spring roll/egg roll wrappers (20 count) 1 cup Sweet and sour sauce for marinade and dipping (store-bought or use this Homemade Sweet and Sour Sauce Recipe) Canola Oil for Frying Salt & Pepper...

First Challenge: Black Bean Brownies I have seen a ton of recipes lately for black bean brownies. For example, here’s what I found on Minimalist Baker, Imma Eat That, and Chocolate Covered Katie. At first blush, black bean brownies sounded incredibly weird to me: who pairs black beans with chocolate? Well, I decided to try this recipe from Meal Makeover Moms’ Kitchen, mainly because it used very little oil. I made a few adjustments to their recipe:...

It’s officially flu season here and it seems like everywhere I go, someone is sick with the flu. We’ve had one of the coldest weeks here in Alberta so it’s officially soup season, and I love making lots of soups, especially easy soups like this flu fighter chicken noodle soup. This soup is loaded with anti-oxidant rich vegetables, loads of chicken and noodles. I made this soup with already cooked chicken to speed it up, but if you have the time, I strongly recommend cooking your own chicken and using that broth....

Light, zesty, and slightly acidic, gazpacho is a traditional Spanish chilled soup that has gained worldwide acclaim for its refreshing and vibrant flavors. Originating from the southern region of Andalusia in Spain, this delicious soup blends together the natural savoriness of ripe tomatoes with the crispness of cucumber and the subtle sweetness of red bell pepper. The flavors are then further enhanced by the addition of fresh garlic, rich olive oil, and vinegar, to create a uniquely satisfying soup that is invigorating and incredibly flavorful....

As you have seen from many of my recipes, breakfast for me usually consists of some type of yogurt and granola combination, be it chocolate overnight oats or a yogurt parfait with granola. But sometimes, I just want to go fancy pants with my first meal. What better way to do it than with some delicious waffles! The Recipe Redux is hosting a recipe challenge sponsored by the National Dairy Council and the Quaker Oats Center of Excellence, called “Oats & Dairy: A Powerful Combination....

These classic gingerbread man cookies look so joyful alongside our Cranberry Cookies, Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, Baklava, and Christmas Coconut Balls on the dessert table served with Hot Chocolate and coffee. Can’t you just picture it! This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Gingerbread Cookie Recipe Similar to our Christmas Sugar Cookies, these gingerbread cookies are simple to make and easy to decorate, while still chewy and truly delightful to eat....

You can thank my son for this recipe, because he’s currently obsessed with the concept of donuts. He asked me to make him some “healthy donuts” so he could eat them more often. Clearly, he inherited my sweet tooth! For the donuts, I used a recipe that I’ve previously posted here on the blog for Chocolate Coconut Flour Donuts. If you’ve never worked with coconut flour before, don’t be alarmed by the small quantity that this recipe calls for, or the number of eggs....

These cookies are the result of a late-night cookie craving I had a couple of weeks ago. Normally, I’d reach for my stash of Cashew Butter Cookies, which we almost always have stored in the freezer, but I really wanted a warm and gooey cookie, fresh from the oven. So, I decided to experiment. I took the recipe structure of those go-to vegan cookies, but played around with several different nut butters to see how they changed the recipe....

Passion fruit is so deliciously lush and tangy, it makes for the perfect cocktail with a bit of agave sweetener and tequila! The color is a vibrant yellow-orange, which is borderline golden when the sun hits it the right way. It’s my favorite passion fruit drink as summer transitions into fall. I mean, there’s a reason the Cheesecake Factory’s Passion Fruit Margarita is one of it’s most popular drinks. In NYC, I saw a couple on a date order these bright, beautiful golden drinks at Gansevoort Rooftop in NYC and immediately asked them what it was!...

Corn on the cob is a staple in our house all summer long and we get excited every year when corn season returns. We love those plump, tender kernels that spontaneously squirt when you bite into them. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. If you love corn on the cob, be sure to also try our other corn recipes: Grilled Corn in Husks and 15 Minute Boiled Corn, so you are prepared with your favorite corn recipes this summer!...

Thankfully, a basket of strawberries (that were a little past their prime) was there to save the day! I sliced a nice thick slice of La Brea Bakery’s whole grain loaf (one of my favorites!), got it all nice and toasty, slathered a generous layer of peanut butter, and plopped some mashed strawberries on top with a drizzle of local honey. Oh my. Talk about a taste explosion! See the photo of my creation here....

This soup reminds me of the kind I used to get at Panera Bread®, but it’s made without flour, heavy cream, or too much cheese. And I’m pretty sure this recipe packs more broccoli into each bite, too! It’s the kind of soup you want to cozy up with on a cold, rainy day. It’s creamy and comforting, without leaving you with a heavy feeling later. Ingredients You’ll Need What’s in healthy broccoli cheddar soup?...

These whole food snacks are the perfect thing to have on hand when you’re craving a holiday cookie, but don’t actually want to eat a holiday cookie… and deal with all the consequences that may come with it. (Hello, 3pm slump.) A friend of mine asked me to make these to help her avoid buying the entire stock of Snickerdoodle Larabars. They’re her favorite flavor, but since they’re only available for a limited time, we needed to come up with a knock-off to enjoy them year round....

Creamy Herb Chicken Nothing beats an easy chicken recipe, and I am in love with this simple, creamy herb sauce. My husband’s eyes popped out of his head when he tasted this recipe for the first time. It is so flavorful, and goes with a variety of side dishes, (check out my suggestions below)! BONUS: This recipes takes just 30 minutes to make! A can of cream of chicken soup makes a nice shortcut, but feel free to make my homemade cream of chicken soup recipe for this recipe....

Be sure to serve this with my No Knead Bread and try my Chickpea Soup recipe next! Homemade Ramen There is nothing cozier or more soothing to the soul than a warm bowl of Homemade Ramen. You’ll never use a flavor packet again once you try this protein-packed, flavorful, brothy, noodle soup. Searing chicken in the pot adds fond (i.e. flavor!) to the soup pot right off the bat, which is then deglazed with white wine, which amps up all of the other flavors in the recipe....