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Vegan Quinoa Salad w/ Fresh Dill & Lime Vinaigrette

Healthy Vegan Quinoa Salad w/ Fresh Dill & Lime Vinaigrette – a light and refreshing, yet high protein salad that’s perfect for spring or summer.

Overhead view of Vegan Quinoa Salad in a black bowl.

I’m all about easy salads for lunch and dinner in the summer. I even sometimes eat them for breakfast!

Recipes that can be thrown together in a hurry with few ingredients, and minimal prep time are key. But, that doesn’t mean I’m eating lettuce all day long. My Quick and Easy White Bean Salad, Curried Tofu Salad, Chickpea Salad, and Raw Veggie Chopped Salad have all been in heavy rotation and not a leaf of lettuce in any of them!

This healthy Vegan Quinoa Salad w/ Fresh Dill & Lime Vinaigrette is joining the ranks of my favorite light summer recipes. I know you’re going to love it, too!

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Poached Nectarines from The Plantpower Way: Italia

Close up overhead view of poached nectarines in red wine, topped with mint sprigs and cloves, in a cast iron skillet.

Poached Nectarines in red wine and spices from The Plantpower Way: Italia from Julie Piatt and Rich Roll. Elegant enough for entertaining, simple enough for a summer dessert any day of the week.  I’ve never been to Italy, but it’s on my bucket list. My husband and I always dream about how, once our kids…

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Falafel Burger w/ Cucumber Peanut Relish

Front view of a falafel burger on a pretzel bun with sliced tomatoes and cucumber peanut relish.

Falafel Burger – super easy and packed with flavor, this meatless burger is a creative dinner that can be on your table in under 30 minutes.  I’m all about quick and easy recipes that bring tons of flavor. These falafel burgers are made from ingredients you likely already have in your pantry and fridge. They…

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Mint Chocolate Chip Healthy Homemade Granola

Bowl of healthy homemade granola with chocolate chips, vanilla yogurt, and fresh sliced strawberries and mint leaves.

Mint Chocolate Chip Granola – healthy homemade granola with hints of vanilla and mint and studded with dairy free chocolate chips. With big crunchy clusters this gluten free and oil free granola is approved by adults and kids alike! This healthy homemade granola recipe is the ultimate in crunchiness. No fruit, no nuts, no seeds…

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Banana Bread Cake (Gluten Free, Vegan)

Square slice of banana bread cake toped with fresh banana slices and slivered almonds.

Gluten Free Banana Bread Cake – a delicious, fluffy, and easy way to use up those overripe bananas. Bonus: it’s gluten free and grain free thanks to banana flour! This Gluten Free Banana Bread Cake bakes up light, fluffy, and moist! It’s loaded with banana flavor and my kids went crazy for this on their…

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Creamy Balsamic Summer Pasta Salad

Summer pasta salad on a white plate on a wide wooden picnic table. Wooden handled fork on the side of the plate. Fresh halved strawberries on the table around the plate.

Creamy Balsamic Summer Pasta Salad is the perfect addition to any BBQ, picnic, or potluck. Makes a great light lunch or dinner, too. Dairy Free, Oil Free, Refined Sugar Free, Gluten Free option. This summer pasta salad recipe is my new BFF. Crunchy raw veggies, sweet strawberries, juicy tomatoes, fresh herbs, and curly pasta all…

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Jacked Up Crab Dip from Great Vegan BBQ Without A Grill

Hand dipping a baguette slice into a bowl of cold crab dip.

Cold Crab Dip – made with shredded jackfruit, blended cashews, spices, and seasonings for a super creamy, satisfying, spot-on vegan version of this traditional party appetizer. Memorial Day is just around the corner. Summer is on it’s way. And that means BBQ season is about to begin! If you think a plant based diet doesn’t…

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Herb Roasted Potato and Arugula Salad

Herb roasted potatoes and arugula on a white plate. Lemon wedges on the right side of the plate. Wooden handled metal fork resting on the left side of the plate.

Herb Roasted Potatoes and Arugula Salad – quick and easy with simple fresh ingredients, this salad is light and herby and full of flavor! It makes the perfect side at dinnertime or a wonderful main dish for a light lunch. Especially delicious with fresh from the garden herbs! I first enjoyed this recipe several years…

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Kidney Bean Salad (Gluten Free, Vegan)

Overhead view of a bowl of kidney bean salad. Two metal spoons in the salad near the side. Sliced baguette and glass of water behind.

Kidney Bean Salad – This deliciously simple salad is perfect for a quick lunch, side dish for dinner, picnic in the park, or backyard BBQ. Easily doubled or tripled for a crowd. And it only gets better as it sits, so it’s the perfect make-ahead dish. This kidney bean salad has been my go-to lunch…

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My name is Jenn. This is my blog where I share delicious plant based recipes for the whole family. I love to cook; I can read cookbooks like novels; and I enjoy experimenting in the kitchen by making standard American favorites healthier.

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