This simple and tasty corn chowder is made fun with stoplight colours of red peppers, yellow corn, and green peppers. 1 tablespoon olive oil1 onion, diced1 red bell pepper, diced1 green bell pepper, diced2 cups corn1 cup navy beans2 vegetable bouillion squares3 tablespoons flour3 cups milk1 cup water1/2 cup grated cheddar cheeseOptional garnish: crushed tortilla chips, cilantro, and/or sliced…
Category: Meatless
Cheesy Roasted Cauliflower
If you have trouble getting your kids (or yourself!) to eat cauliflower, try this method of roasting the cauliflower and topping it with cheese. It’s a great side dish for any meal. 1 head of cauliflower2 tsp olive oil1/2 tsp Mrs Dash seasoning1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Cut cauliflower into small florets and toss them with…
Dal with Lentils and Coconut Milk
A beautiful golden dal with red lentils and creamy coconut milk. See Yummy Supper for the recipe. When I found this recipe at Yummy Supper I knew right away that I had to try it. I like my dal really thick and served over basmati rice, so I didn’t use very much of the reserved liquid. It seemed…
Squash and Dumplings
Slow cooked butternut squash and beans topped with cheesy pesto dumplings. 3/4 lb butternut squash, cut into 1/2 inch pieces1 28 oz can of diced tomatoes1 19 oz can navy beans, rinsed and drained2 cups sliced white mushrooms1 cup vegetable broth2 cloves garlic, crushed1 tsp oregano1 tsp basil1/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp pepper Dumplings:1/2 cup all-purpose…
Lentil Sloppy Joes
I know, here I go with the lentils again! They’re just so good, and good for you. Here’s a great sloppy joe recipe using lentils instead of meat. 2 tsp oil1 red onion, diced2 cloves garlic, minced1 carrot, diced1 green pepper, diced1/2 red pepper, diced1 c. lentils (I used red lentils)2 c. water1 bay leaf6…
Avocado Scrambled Eggs with Salsa
Avocado gives these scrambled eggs a rich and creamy texture, and a fun green colour. 1/2 an avocado 6 eggs 1/8 tsp salt 1/8 tsp pepper 1/8 tsp garlic powder 3 tbsp parmesan cheese 1/2 cup salsa In a medium bowl, mash the avocado. Add eggs, salt, pepper garlic powder and cheese, then beat with a fork…
Lentil and Vegetable Tagine
A hearty Moroccan stew with an array of fresh veggies and protein-rich lentils. 1 tbsp olive oil1 large onion, chopped3 cloves garlic, crushed2 stalks of celery, chopped2 stalks of carrots, peels and chopped2 cups of mushrooms, sliced1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar2 tsp paprika1 1/2 tsp cumin1/2 tbsp grated gingerroot2 cups brown or green lentils1…
Baked Yam Medallions
Sweet and tender yams with a crispy cheese and herb crust. They’re perfect as a side to your meal or as a snack on their own, and they’re great dipped in ranch dressing or chipotle dip. 4 medium yams or sweet potatoes, unpeeled, scrubbed 2 egg whites 1 clove garlic, crushed 1/3 cup panko bread crumbs 1/3…
Black Bean Tortilla Soup
A smooth and flavourful vegetarian Mexican soup with lots of fun toppings. 2 tsp canola oil1 onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, crushed2 tsp cumin1 tsp chili powder1 tsp chipotle seasoning5 cups vegetable broth (or water and vegetable base)1 can (19oz) black beans, drained and rinsed1 can (14oz) diced tomatoes1 cup frozen corn1 avocado, sliced1 cup crushed…
Chickpea Vegetable Sauce on Polenta
A wholesome tomato sauce with chickpeas, broccoli and red peppers served over fun heart-shaped polenta. Chickpea Vegetable Sauce2 tsp olive oil1 onion, diced1 clove garlic, crushed1 red bell pepper, diced1 cup broccoli, chopped1 19 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes1 14 oz can diced tomatoes1 tsp oregano1 tsp basil1/4 cup…
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