Black Beans and Cauliflower Rice -- a zippy, flavorful dish that's lower in carbs and higher in nutrients than traditional beans and white rice, but equally as tasty and versatile! The Versatility of Cauliflower If you have read any of my other posts where cauliflower is featured as a main ingredient you will have heard me talk about its nutritional generosity. If you haven't, and you are interested in all that cauliflower has to offer nutritionally, then hop on over to my Cauliflower ...
Side Dishes
“Cheesy” Eggplant Stuffed Peppers (Gluten-Free, Vegan / Plant-Based)
"Cheesy" Eggplant Stuffed Peppers are not your ordinary, bland stuffed pepper. They are a feast for the taste buds, and easy too! It's All in the Stuffing I was never a fan of the stuffed bell pepper. I like bell peppers, but when you fill them with gray meat, onion and tomato sauce and roast them? Something gets lost for me: flavor! Thanks to my new recipe that has all changed. I have been trying to beef up (definitely no pun intended--these are plant-based!) my repertoire of ...
Healthy Plant-Based Nachos (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Soy-free)
Healthy Plant-Based Nachos are the ultimate! They will satisfy your snack food craving without leaving you looking for a pillow and a blanket. Check out how to make vegan nachos with just 10 minutes of prep time. Let the Games Begin I have been receiving a lot of requests for easy-and-delicious-but-still-healthy snacks or "party" food. And I figured that football season would be a great time to debut this recipe. These nachos taste just like the decadent treat from your favorite Mexican ...
Eggplant Cauliflower Dirty Rice (Gluten-Free, Vegan / Plant-based, Low-carb)
Eggplant Cauliflower Dirty Rice satisfies cravings for both carb and zest, while actually being a low-carb, plant-based meal! What Makes Dirty Rice Dirty? Dirty Rice is a traditional Cajun/Creole dish that takes white rice and combines it with sautéed vegetables, spices, and chicken livers or giblets (Yuck! Even when I wasn't eating a plant-based diet, organ meat never sounded enticing). The latter is the part that brings the "dirty" look to the rice dish and how it gets its ...
Sweet and Spicy Corn and Bean Salad (Gluten-Free, Plant-based / Vegan, Refined Sugar-Free)
Sweet and Spicy Corn and Bean Salad is flavorful, colorful, and easy to prepare! While its multiple textures and tastes delight your senses, a flood of nutrients satisfies your body. And it's a complete protein, to boot! You Complete (Protein) Me Why should you care if your food forms a complete protein? Glad you asked! One of the most common concerns people have about eating a plant-based diet is how to get enough protein. Many people are not aware that vegetables, legumes, nuts, ...
Creamy Quinoa Leek Bisque (Gluten-Free, Vegan / Plant-Based)
Creamy Quinoa Leek Bisque pairs a subtle earthy taste with a succulent creamy texture. So velvety smooth you will never know it's dairy-free. It is decidedly filling, providing warmth and comfort on the coldest of days! Soup That Warm the Soul I live in Virginia. Anyone familiar with this part of the country knows that by this time of year we're usually in the midst of a deep freeze and have probably already had at least one snow. This year was different, and for that I am extremely ...
Recipe: Cran-Peary Brussels Sprouts (Gluten-Free, Vegan / Plant-Based, Sugar-Free)
Elegant but easy, Cranberry Pear Brussels Sprouts embody the essence of autumn produce, roasted together in a concert of color and flavor. The savory earthiness of the sprouts are tempered by the sweet and tart flavors of the fruit. Until recently, I was the one at the table that would say "pass" on the dishes that combined fruit and vegetables. My palate never enjoyed the mixing of the two. Since eating a cleaner diet, my world of cuisine has been greatly expanded. I enjoy so many taste ...
Vegan Italian Meatballs (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Legume-Free, Plant-Based)
Vegan Italian Meatballs are delicate, rich and tender, fully embodying the Italian experience. So authentic you'll have to remind yourself their name is oxymoronic! Vegan Italian Meatballs All of the recipes I post on Nutritionicity are developed with a lot of TLC. If I make something that I don't feel is truly exceptional, it doesn't get posted. I realize not every recipe is going to suit every person, but my goal is to try to please the vast majority. There are certain creations (that ...
Spicy Acorn Squash With Garlic Infused Quinoa (Gluten-Free, Vegan / Plant-Based, Easy)
Spicy roasted acorn squash served over a bed of garlic infused quinoa is an easy side dish or a main attraction in a 30 minute meal! First, I want to apologize for the delay in this post. It has been in the queue for about two weeks but administrative issues with the blog were demanding my attention. Hopefully, all of those issues are satisfied and I can get back to the fun part, posting yummy food! I feel bad for winter squash. They have been type cast and primarily relegated to ...
![Did you know it's October? And did you know that October is Virginia Wine Month?! 🤷♀️ I've been a little *ahem* preoccupied, but before it totally passes us by, I wanted to draw your attention to it. []
I regret that it's been awhile since I've had the opportunity to visit one of the many fabulous wineries surrounding me--I missed crush season!😥 Did you know that Virginia has over 300 wineries?! And as the awards keep flowing in, the winemakers keep producing remarkable wine. Next time you find yourself traveling this way, do yourself a favor and schedule a visit. No matter what your definition of a relaxing environment, there's a winery in Virginia to meet your need. Everything from a grand chateau situated on top of rolling hills to a southern manor with a front porch view to a farm with a downhome feel. And if you want even more insight from someone who has visited these vistas more recently than I have, check out Sarah's page @grapepairings! In addition to informative wine highlights, she shares a host of creative wine and food pairings! 🥂🍷🍽💯
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