Easy Coconut Whipped Cream: Thick, rich, creamy and dreamy--yet dairy free. Only 5 minutes of your time! I figured after my post for Easy Homemade Coconut Butter, the next logical recipe would be Easy Coconut Whipped Cream. Maybe I'm wrong, but my perception is that there are basically two types of people in the world: Those who adore coconut and those who abhor it! Until recently, I fell into a group that most would say is a minority -- I was indifferent to coconut. I could not ...
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Black Beans and Cauliflower Rice (Gluten-Free, Vegan / Plant-Based)
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 ...
PB&J Smoothie (Gluten-Free, Vegan / Plant-Based)
The PB&J Smoothie merges nostalgia and nutrition into one creamy, delicious treat! I have a confession to make: I'm not really much of a smoothie person. I see lovely pictures in the blogosphere of smoothies placed in various creative vessels and poised on a deck rail or buried in snow. I've tried many smoothies over the years but none have really blown my socks off. They either contain way to much sugar to be healthy or a boatload of dairy. Or they mix veggies in with fruit which I ...
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 ...
Chocolate Chickpea Bark (Gluten-Free, Vegan / Plant-Based, Refined Sugar-Free)
Chocolate Chickpea Bark has it all: sweet and salty, soft and crunchy. A complete taste and texture experience! You will be hooked from the very first bite. Make it a great addition to your New Year's spread. It tastes equally delicious paired with a glass of bubbly or a steamy cup of coffee. Not Just for Hummus Anymore Chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans) boast so much nutritional value I thought they deserved to expand their recipe resume. Don't get me wrong, I love hummus ...
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 ...
Apple Pie Quinoa Breakfast Bowl (Gluten-Free, Vegan / Plant-Based, Refined Sugar-Free)
Apple Pie Quinoa Breakfast Bowl, a five-minute comfort food for your body and belly! Nothing says warm and cozy like a bowl of hot cereal laced with sweet apples, cinnamon and brown sugar. This gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free quinoa bowl floods your body with nutrients while warming your soul! I am perpetually on the lookout for more ways to add quinoa into my diet. If you are interested in learning more about quinoa and all it has to offer, check out my earlier post: ...
Healthy Hatch Chili Bloodies (Gluten-Free, Vegan / Plant-Based)
Tired of smoothies? This non-alcoholic version of a classic drink is simultaneously a fresh garden-style treat and an explosion of vitamins and minerals. Serve these at your next brunch or party and your guests will reach for a second round, all without getting hampered down with alcohol. Not to mention it makes a great breakfast, and can be made in as little time as a smoothie. Using Hatch chilies for natural spice, this Bloody will significantly warm you as the days grow cooler while ...
Sweety Drop Pepper Cucumber Salad
You're only five minutes away from being cool as a cucumber--and likely surprised by one too. When I first decided to do a post on a cucumber salad my motivation was to provide a recipe for a side dish that was quick, easy, and highly customizable. Let's face it--it's much easier to maintain a healthy diet when the recipes don't place a lot of demands on time or energy! Cucumbers are a Great Source of Hydration When I can, I try to provide information on the nutritional benefits of the ...