Tag: Vegetarian

Veggie Fajitas with Beans & Rice

Veggie Fajitas with Beans & Rice

Serves: 4 Prep time: 5-7 minutes Cook time: ~35 minutes Ingredients 1 c. uncooked rice & 2 c. water 1 14.5 oz. can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes 1 small sweet potato, diced 1 small yellow onion, diced 1/2 …

Potato & Lentil Soup

Potato & Lentil Soup

Stay warm and healthy during the Winter season with this potato & lentil soup. This recipe is also packed with vegetables to really pump up the nutrition. This recipe serves 4-6 people and leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days …

Low Budget Ramen

Low Budget Ramen

Serves: 2-3 Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

2 packs instant ramen

1/2 yellow onion, diced

1/2 red bell pepper, sliced

1 c. bok choy, chopped

1/2 c. broccoli, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 carrot, thinly sliced

1 quart vegetable stock

1 Tbsp sesame oil

1 Tbsp soy sauce

1 tsp ground ginger

1 tsp cumin

Optional: Tofu/Tempeh, soft boiled egg, sriracha, sesame seeds, lime juice, cilantro, chopped roasted peanuts

Directions

  1. Prepare vegetables and protein
  2. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil
  3. In a quart size or larger pan, heat vegetable stock on high
  4. Begin sautéing vegetables, if using a protein start with that and then add vegetables, season with soy sauce, ginger, and cumin. Continually stir
  5. Once stock reaches a boil, add ramen noodles and cook for time as instructed on the pack
  6. Once vegetables have cooked through, turn heat off. When noodles are cooked through, serve in a bowl with broth and add vegetables
  7. Enjoy hot! Add optional toppings if desired

If you’re on a tight budget but are tired of bland meals, this recipe turns a 13 cent ramen pack into a decadent bowl of delight! Plus you can turn it into a healthier option by packing it with nutritious vegetables and proteins such as tofu or tempeh.

Roasted Curry Cauliflower & Grain Bowl

Roasted Curry Cauliflower & Grain Bowl

Ingredients 3 c cauliflower, chopped  1 Tbsp olive oil 1 tsp curry powder ½ tsp turmeric powder ½ tsp garlic powder  1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar  1 tsp salt & black pepper  1 c. uncooked quinoa  1 c. chopped kale  ½ cucumber, diced  ¼ c …

Overnight Oats

Overnight Oats

Serves: 1 Prep time: 5 minutes Ingredients 1/2 c. old-fashioned oats* 1/2 c. non-dairy milk 1/2 tsp pure maple syrup or honey 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract For serving, optional: fresh fruit, sliced or slivered almonds, other nuts or nut butter, etc. **Substitute for gluten-free …

Black Bean Tortilla Soup

Black Bean Tortilla Soup

Ingredients

2 Tbsp olive oil

½  yellow onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 red pepper, diced

1 1/2 tsp cumin

1 tsp chili powder

1 1/2 cups spicy salsa

4 cups vegetable stock

1 Tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup (to taste)

2 15-ounce black beans, drained

1 15.25-ounce whole kernel corn, drained

For Serving: optional

Lime juice

Fresh cilantro, minced

Red onion, diced

Tortilla chips

Ripe avocado

Hot sauce

Directions

  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Once hot, add oil, garlic, onion, pepper, and a pinch each salt and pepper and stir. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently until onions are translucent and the peppers have a bit of color.
  2. Add cumin and chili powder and stir to coat. Then add salsa, vegetable stock, and sugar. Stir to combine, then increase heat to medium heat and bring to a low boil.
  3. Once it’s boiling, add black beans and corn and stir. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes or more, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the more the flavor will develop. It’s even better the next day.
  4. Serve as is or with recommended serving options above.
  5. Leftovers will keep covered in the refrigerator for 5-6 days or in the freezer for 1 month.
Stir-Fried Vegetables with Black Pepper & Garlic Sauce over Rice

Stir-Fried Vegetables with Black Pepper & Garlic Sauce over Rice

Serves: 3-4 Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 30-35 minutes Ingredients 1 c. uncooked rice & 2 c. water 1/2 large yellow onion, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 carrot, diced 1 c. broccoli, chopped 1 zucchini, diced 1 c. bok choy or kale, …

Homemade Pico de Gallo

Homemade Pico de Gallo

Ingredients 6-7 roma tomatoes 1 large yellow onion  ½ bunch of cilantro  2 garlic cloves ½ cumin Salt to taste  1 can of El Pato Salsa de Chile Fresco (found in Latinx grocery stores or international aisle at your regular grocery store)  1 lime  Tortilla …

Well-stocked Soup

Well-stocked Soup

Ingredients

1 yellow/brown onion, diced

4 carrots, chopped

4 celery stalks, chopped

1 large zucchini, chopped

2 cloves of garlic, minced

1/4 small cabbage, chopped

1 (28 oz) can of diced tomatoes

1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas or white beans

1 Tbs vegetable or olive oil

10 c. water or vegetable broth

2 tsp. kosher salt

Black pepper to taste

2 c. pasta

***If you don’t have zucchini or cabbage you can substitute with peas or greens beans and kale

Optional: Pasta, toasted bread, crackers

Directions

  1. Mince the garlic. Finely dice the vegetables into bite-sized pieces
  2. Add oil to a large pot and turn heat on high. Add the garlic and vegetables to the pot and lightly sauté in the oil for 2-3 minutes
  3. Add salt, pepper, and water to the pot. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for one hour.
  4. Return the soup to a rolling boil and add the pasta. Wait for the soup to return to a boil once the pasta has been added. Then simmer for another 20-30 minutes until pasta is cooked
  5. Garnish with a sprig of parsley and enjoy with crackers or bread.

Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or you can freeze some of the soup for up to two weeks and reheat it in a pot for later enjoyment. **If your protein sources come from meat, some chicken wings or a leg can be added to the soup instead of beans. Add the chicken with the vegetables during the first hour of simmering. Remove the chicken before adding the pasta. Remove the chicken skin & bones, shred the meat and return to the soup after the pasta has cooked.


NOTE: If you’re not adding the pasta, only use 7-8 cups of water.
Yields: More than expected!

Balsamic Roasted Brussel Sprouts

Balsamic Roasted Brussel Sprouts

Ingredients 1 lb. fresh brussel sprouts, halved 4 garlic cloves, peeled, chopped 10 oz. petite cherry tomatoes 1 tbsp. Olive oil 2 tbsp. Balsamic vinegar 1 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper Directions Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Prepare vegetables and place them …