Love them or hate them, there are many health benefits of Brussels sprouts. They’re packed with nutrients that are known to prevent and reverse many conditions. Brussels Sprouts a very versatile ingredient, too. They can roasted, pan seared, added to salads, stir-fried, or even used as a pizza topping! Brussels Sprouts Love Every food blogger…
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Sweet and Sour Brussels Sprouts
Your favorite takeout meal gets a healthy makeover in this Sweet and Sour Brussels Sprouts recipe. It comes together faster than you can order food from a restaurant, so it’s a terrific dinner dish for busy weeknights. Sweet and Sour As I mentioned a few weeks ago, I’ve been on a bit of a stir-fry…
Cornmeal Crusted Brussels Sprouts
Baked Cornmeal Crusted Brussels Sprouts are a terrific appetizer for date night or dinner parties. They’re a great snack for Netflix binging sessions, too! Even if you think you don’t like Brussels sprouts, give this recipe a try. I think you’ll find that this is the best way to cook them! Cornmeal Crusted Brussels Sprouts…
Vegan Brussels Sprout Pizza
Pizza night gets a healthy spin with this vegan Brussels Sprout Pizza! In addition to Brussels sprouts, it’s also topped with sun-dried tomatoes, thinly sliced shallots, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and non-dairy mozzarella cheese. This recipe is easy to make, and it’s a fun way to eat your veggies! A Love of Brussels Sprouts…
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with Maple Mustard Dressing
Made with just a few ingredients, easy-to-make Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad is a terrific side dish for holiday dinners. Don’t wait for Thanksgiving to make this recipe though! Drenched in Maple Mustard Dressing, this Brussel sprout salad is full of fall flavors and is the perfect companion for just about any seasonal meal. Pecans and…
Cruciferous Crunch Salad
Move over coleslaw – Cruciferous Crunch Salad is destined to become everyone’s favorite cookout side dish! A copycat of a Trader Joe’s favorite, this salad is super easy to make using cabbage, kale, Brussels sprouts, carrots, and a creamy, dairy-free cashew based dressing. This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and oil-free. Trader Joe’s Cruciferous Crunch I’m…
50+ Recipes for a Vegan Thanksgiving
One of the questions I get asked often is “what do vegans eat for Thanksgiving?” I guess it’s a reasonable question, since Thanksgiving typically revolves around eating turkeys, but since the original Thanksgiving was a celebration of the harvest, it makes sense to continue tradition of celebrating with vegetables. When you think about the bounty of…
20+ Recipes for a Very Merry Vegan Christmas
I have to be honest – I don’t really know what people usually eat on Christmas Day. Growing up, we usually ate the same dishes on Christmas that we had Thanksgiving, and I still pretty much cook the same foods for both holidays. They are some of my favorite dishes that I only make for special occasions, making these meals extra…
Brussels Sprouts Salad
I often have a large salad or a sandwich with a side salad for lunch. A few weeks ago I felt like I needed a break from my usual side salad of romaine, shredded carrots, and purple cabbage, so I dug around in the fridge to see what else we had that I could turn…
Pan Seared Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Shallots and Toasted Pistachios
This recipe for Pan Seared Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Shallots and Toasted Pistachios is based on a favorite from now-closed local restaurant True North Osteria. One of my favorite vegan friendly restaurants in New Jersey was True North Osteria in Montclair. I say “was” because sadly they recently closed their doors. Not only was True…