Archives

Tasty

by Chloe’s Veggie Burger

February 29, 2016

Veggie Burger

With New York Fashion Week just having wrapped up, my Instagram feed has been inundated with images of gorgeous clothing and delicious meals.  One of the most popular spots to catch a meal between shows seemed to be by Chloe the plant based diner that puts a vegan spin on comfort food (ie. sweet potato mac and cheese with shitake bacon and kale artichoke dip)… so when Food and Wine did a write up on some of their most popular recipes, I jumped at the chance to whip some of them up.

IMG_6030

IMG_6003

I obviously had to start with the burger..and boy was it worth it.

by Chloe Veggie Burger
Print Recipe
by Chloe Veggie Burger
Print Recipe
Ingredients
Sauce
Burgers
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Make the sauce by combining tofu, ketchup, mustard, agave and garlic in a blender until smooth. Stir in pickle relish and dill. Season with salt and pepper and refrigerate.
  2. Make the burgers by sautéing onion in 2 tablespoons of oil for 6 minutes over moderate heat (until browned), then add garlic and sauté 2 more minutes (until softened).
  3. Scrape onion/garlic mixture into a food processor and add rice, lentils, walnuts, four and basil and pulse until combined (but grains are still visible).
  4. Using lightly oiled hands, make 1/2 inch thick patties with 1/3 cup of the mixture until mixture is gone (should make 8 patties).
  5. Wipe out skillet and heat 1 1/2 tablespoons of oil in it. Fry patties in batches over moderate heat until browned (5 minutes on each side)
  6. To assemble the burgers, spread sauce on the bottom of a toasted bun, top with a patty, veggies and burger bun (or add an extra patty for a double!).
Share this Recipe
Powered byWP Ultimate Recipe

IMG_5992 IMG_5997

Pair with sweet potato fries and a yummy Zinfandel for optimal happiness!

IMG_6015

Tasty

Pumpkin Curry with Crispy Tofu

November 23, 2015

IMG_4800

I’m not one of those people that die for pumpkin… I don’t order pumpkin spice lattes, and stay away from pumpkin scented candles… but our local Thai restaurant has this pumpkin curry that is AMAZING, so I’ve been trying to track down a copycat recipe.  This one is pretty close (and delicious nonetheless) and perfect to whip up in lieu of takeout on those lazy winter nights.

IMG_4782

Pumpkin Curry with Crispy Tofu
Print Recipe
recipe via The Pig & Quill
Pumpkin Curry with Crispy Tofu
Print Recipe
recipe via The Pig & Quill
Ingredients
For the Curry
Servings:
Instructions
  1. To make the tofu: Preheat broiler and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Combine olive oil, maple syrup and spices in a large bowl, then toss tofu until fully coated. Arrange tofu in a single layer and broil for 10 minutes or until browned/crispy. Toss and broil for 10 more minutes until crisped.
  2. To make curry: Add all curry spices (cumin through cinnamon) to a large, dry skillet and toast until fragrant.
  3. Add toasted spices, pumpkin, coconut milk, garlic, apple cider, maple syrup and salt and blend until smooth.
  4. In the same skillet you used to toast the spices, add cooking oil and heat over med-high flame. Add veggies (except peas) and stir-fry until crisp-tender - about 3-5 mins. Add blended curry mixture and peas & cook until heated through.
  5. Serve curried veggies over rice/quinoa with tofu, peanuts and basil.
Share this Recipe
Powered byWP Ultimate Recipe
Spice Toasted   IMG_4780

IMG_4787

Do yourself a favor and check out the gorgeous images and tasty recipes at The Pig & Quill – I can’t wait to try this, this and this!   IMG_4792

Tasty

Chickpea Salad

October 7, 2015

IMG_4207

My mom’s egg salad is one of my favorite snacks, but when she whipped this recipe for us, I think we have a new winner in town!  This healthier spin on egg salad, is packed full of veggies (and flavor!) and doesn’t even have you missing out on the fact the main ingredients is MIA (also you lose the smell factor when you sub chickpeas for eggs, which really helps when you bring it for lunch)

IMG_4167

Chickpea Salad
Print Recipe
Recipe via Oh She Glows
Chickpea Salad
Print Recipe
Recipe via Oh She Glows
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Mash chickpeas in a large bowl.
  2. Stir in celery, green onions, pickles, peppers, mayo and garlic.
  3. Add mustard, dill, lemon juice and season. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Serve on Bibb lettuce, toasted bread, chips or in a wrap!
Share this Recipe
Powered byWP Ultimate Recipe

IMG_4158    Chickpeas Ingredients IMG_4185

Tasty

The Hippie Bowl!

August 19, 2015

IMG_3707

The Beaver’s have some exciting news…. we’re moving!

IMG_3712

With our house search passing the 2 year mark we couldn’t be happier to get settled into a new place of our own – but with that the blog is definitely taking  back burner for a bit… While we prep for the move this month, I will try to post while I can – but am excited to share our new space with you once we move in!

In the mean time I am working on cleaning out my fridge and using up random bottles/jars of stuff… luckily my current food bible Sprouted Kitchen’s Bowl + Spoon had the perfect solution to my fridge cleaning issue – The Hippie Bowl!

IMG_3704

The Hippie Bowl!
Print Recipe
Recipe via the Sprouted Kitchen
Servings Prep Time
2 1 hour
Cook Time
1 hour
Servings Prep Time
2 1 hour
Cook Time
1 hour
The Hippie Bowl!
Print Recipe
Recipe via the Sprouted Kitchen
Servings Prep Time
2 1 hour
Cook Time
1 hour
Servings Prep Time
2 1 hour
Cook Time
1 hour
Ingredients
Tofu
Bowl
Tahini Citrus Miso Dressing
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Whisk "Tofu" ingredients together (except for the extra firm tofu) in a shallow dish.
  2. Drain and press tofu then cut into 1 inch squares.
  3. Toss them in marinade and let soak for a minimum of 30 minutes (I do overnight sometimes).
  4. Preheat oven to 475 degrees.
  5. Make the spiced sunflower seeds by heating a skillet over medium heat and toasting sunflower seeds until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
  6. Add salt, cayenne and sugar and toss until sugar starts to melt and sticks to the seeds (about 8-10 minutes).
  7. Transfer in a single layer onto a piece of parchment to let cool.
  8. Cook grains according to directions.
  9. Spread the tofu on a parchment lined rimmed baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes (toss halfway through) until edges are browned.
  10. While tofu is cooking, sauté greens in 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add kale and spinach, and season with salt and lemon juice until wilted.
  11. To make the tahini dressing, whisk tahini, miso, honey, sesame oil and Sriracha to combine. Whisk in vinegar & orange juice, season with salt and pepper (thin with water or lemon juice if needed).
  12. Make the bowls by starting with a scoop of grains and then topping with tofu, warm greens, carrot ribbons, avocado and topping with sprouts and sunflower seeds. Serve with tahini dressing.
Share this Recipe
 
Powered byWP Ultimate Recipe

IMG_3662

IMG_3702

IMG_3695

IMG_3693

IMG_3674

IMG_3710

IMG_3721

IMG_3733

This dish is the perfect mixture of feel good and taste good, and I love how it easily packs up for a delicious lunch the next day (or two!)

IMG_3737

Happy Monday!

IMG_3730

 

 

Tasty

Mango Avocado Salad with Crunchy Chickpeas and Creamy Coconut Dressing

July 13, 2015

IMG_3307

I’m trying this new “be really healthy Sunday night through Friday morning” routine and that basically means a lot of salads.  Sadly, my balsamic vinaigrette can get a little stale, so I have been on the hunt for some tasty replacements – and this 10th Kitchen recipe fits the bill! Even my dad (who wouldn’t choose a salad as his first choice) loved it!

IMG_3306

Mango Avocado Salad with Crunchy Chickpeas and Creamy Coconut Dressing
Print Recipe
I'm trying this new "be really healthy Sunday night through Friday morning" routine and that basically means a lot of salads. Sadly, my balsamic vinaigrette can get a little stale, so I have been on the hunt for some tasty replacements - and this 10th Kitchen recipe fits the bill! Even my dad (who wouldn't choose a salad as his first choice) loved it!
Servings
2 people
Servings
2 people
Mango Avocado Salad with Crunchy Chickpeas and Creamy Coconut Dressing
Print Recipe
I'm trying this new "be really healthy Sunday night through Friday morning" routine and that basically means a lot of salads. Sadly, my balsamic vinaigrette can get a little stale, so I have been on the hunt for some tasty replacements - and this 10th Kitchen recipe fits the bill! Even my dad (who wouldn't choose a salad as his first choice) loved it!
Servings
2 people
Servings
2 people
Ingredients
For dressing
For roasted spicy chickpeas
For salad
Servings: people
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Toss chickpeas, olive oil, and curry powder on a cookie sheet lined with aluminum foil.
  2. Roast chickpeas for 30-40 minutes until crunchy. Remove from oven and let cool.
  3. Make dressing by combining all ingredients in a blender or food processor and process until smooth.
  4. Divide spinach and cabbage between two big plates, and top with carrot ribbons, roasted chickpeas, mango, avocado and cilantro.
  5. Drizzle with dressing and toss to combine.
Recipe Notes

IMG_3294 IMG_3307 IMG_3306 IMG_3297

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Share this Recipe
Powered byWP Ultimate Recipe

IMG_3294

IMG_3302

IMG_3314