Recipes for Lunch

This Breakfast Tofu, Black Bean, and Potato Burrito is a recipe that checks every box. It is high-protein, hearty, and healthy. It is also simple and bursting with flavor. If…

Fall is the season of cozy sweaters, golden leaves, and comforting bowls of chili. This whole-food, plant-based Hearty Roasted Pumpkin and Black Bean Chili is a flavor-packed dish. It combines…

Anti-inflammatory · Antioxidants · Autoimmune · Desserts · Snacks Every fall, I stock up on pumpkin puree—not just for pie but for savory dishes like this chili. This whole-food, plant-based Creamy Pumpkin Black Bean Chili is hearty, thick,…

These Healthy Mini Potato Bites for Little Eaters are the perfect soft finger food for baby-led weaning, toddlers, or preschoolers. Made with creamy mashed potatoes, oat flour, and a hint…

Can babies who are just starting solids have berries and quinoa? Yes, they can! These Baby-led Weaning Berry Quinoa Mini Muffins are a tasty and baby-led weaning–friendly way to introduce…

Your little one will love these Baby Potato, Broccoli, and Oat Mini Pancakes! Crispy on the outside, tender inside, and packed with plant-powered goodness. Blending steamed baby potatoes, lightly cooked…

Sicilian caponata is a vibrant, sweet-and-savory eggplant dish. It is traditionally drenched in olive oil. But what if you could enjoy all the rich, tangy flavors without it? My oil-free…

This isn’t your childhood Campbell’s tomato soup. Pappa al Pomodoro (Italian Bread and Tomato Soup) was particularly popular in the 19th and early 20th centuries. It was romanticized in Italian…

Italian White Bean and Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce (Fagioli in Crema di Pomodori Secchi) captures the essence of Tuscan cuisine. It offers a burst of flavors. This version is free from…

Carabaccia is a traditional Tuscan onion soup. When I found this recipe, I became obsessed with it. It is a culinary masterpiece that captures the essence of simplicity and rustic…

Healthy Homemade Spinach Pasta (No Oil, No Eggs) is fresher than store-bought alternatives. You can use fresh or frozen spinach. Make the pasta dough right before cooking. This preserves the…

Cauliflower Wheat Gnocchi combines cauliflower and wheat flour as primary ingredients. This recipe is a spin-off of the traditional potato gnocchi I have made for years and the Trader Joes…

Walnuts and mushrooms are an earthy pairing that you usually find in Vegan restaurants served as “taco meat”. In this recipe, we make a “cream” sauce by combining them with…

Limone Pepe Orzo is an upscaled version of a childhood favorite dish, orzo and butter. My research found several recipes, all loaded with butter and parmesan cheese. This is my…

Tuscan Bread soup, also known as “pancotto” or “ribollita” in Italian cuisine, is a hearty and flavorful dish that makes use of stale bread. What a perfect way to use…

Chickpea Pancake is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a nutritious meal. Chickpea pancakes, also known as socca or farinata, are not only tasty but also gluten-free and packed…

Authentic Sicilian Fennel and Orange Salad (WFPB No Oil) pairs two well-known ingredients to create a refreshing and vibrant dish that highlights the natural sweetness of oranges and the subtle…

Growing up in an Italian family, we used escarole as our greens. In fact, it wasn’t until my 20’s I realized that escarole could be eaten as part of a…

My WFPB version of Panzanella Tuscan Summer Bread Salad is more than a recipe. It’s now a memory. It’s a forever passion. It’s a celebration of summer produce. I rediscovered…

This oil-free brown rice and black beans recipe is as simple as it gets and is a whole-food, plant-based meal. You can make it effortlessly in a rice cooker. It’s…

This is my WFPB version of Pasta e Ceci Estiva (Pasta and Chickpea Summer Soup). It is an iconic Italian dish. It goes all the way back to the Roman…

You will love this WFPB grilled eggplant tomato basil pesto salad. The pesto is made with no oil and no dairy. Adding preserved lemons to the pesto really elevated it…

Homemade Baked Potato Chips that are crispy with no oil! These baked potato chips are REALLY addicting. They are healthier than processed potato chips and even more satisfying! Grocery List…

Crispy no oil smashed baby potatoes are healthier than deep fried greasy French Fries and even more satisfying! Paired with a spicy ketchup makes it the perfect side for a…

A creamy dairy-free Tuscan Tomato Basil Bisque is the perfect comfort food throughout the year. This is a quick, easy, and both oil and dairy-free healthy version of Tuscan Tomato…

This 2 ingredient WFPB salad vinaigrette salad dressing is sure to make your life easier during a busy work week. It also helps you use some of those condiments sitting…

I love a good beet burgers. When I visit a new restaurant, I always check the menu. If there is a beet burger, they all know I will order it…

Grilling peaches is great to amp up their peachiness when they are hard, not ripe, or are low on the sweetness scale. Don’t feel like dealing the grill? No problem…

Something hearty for a fall day! I challenged for myself to create a WFPB healthy corn chowder recipe for the upcoming fall days that was dairy and oil free but…

This quick and nutritious salad is packed with loads of vegetables. It can be adapted to whatever you have in your fridge at that moment. All you need to do…

Eggplant, aka Aubergine if ya’ll live in Europe, is overlooked way too much. You might think it is difficult to make but this panini features it with artichokes and an…

  Roasted Cauliflower Farro Salad is a delightful blend of nutty farro grains, tender roasted cauliflower florets, and a medley of vibrant vegetables. The roasted cauliflower adds a satisfying depth…

The first time I had beet falafel was at Spread & Co. in Austin. It is located next door to Kerbey Lane Cafe in the Oakmont neighborhood. Sadly it was…

If you’re craving a hearty and flavorful plant-based burger, try these Beet Mushroom Burgers. They are colorful and about to become your new favorite. Packed with earthy beets, savory mushrooms,…