Plant-based Tips

Let's Talk About Iron Let's talk about Iron. When it comes to going plant-based, iron is often a topic of discussion. Anti-vegan crowds can sometimes make you worried that a plant-based diet is incomplete....
Why You Need An Instant Pot The Instant Pot is not your mother's pressure cooker! If you don't already own an Instant Pot, I can honestly tell you that you are missing out on LIFE! I...
Tips on Transitioning to Vegan When I first decided to become vegan, I thought I just had to eat fruits and veggies. I soon found out there was so much I needed to learn. The...
Staples To Have In The House It's essential to have some crucial things in your home if you want to start a vegan lifestyle so that you can whip up a meal without much thought. Vegetable...
What I Wish I Knew Before I Became Vegan When something is Vegan, it means that no animal was harmed in the making of the product. It doesn't mean that it is healthy. If something is vegan, it can be...
Why Eat Whole Food This cheese is amazing and very addictive! Use with caution!

Burgers & Sandwiches

Bangin' Portobello Burgers This recipe serves 2! Enjoy this easy, delicious, and quick recipe!
Black Bean Chipotle Burger This black bean chipotle burger is awesome! Enjoy!
Get Your Chick-ON Salad Sammie This is a staple in the Verna house! So yummy!
Lentil Sloppy Joe This recipe is so awesome! It tastes similar to sloppy joe's, but it is so much better for you, and the environment and doesn't hurt any animals! Enjoy!

Smoothies

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Ginger Tumeric Shots Ginger Tumeric shots will give you energy and help keep you healthy!
TROPICAL Sunrise Smoothie This smoothie is delicious! Great way to start your day!
Frutti Patooti Smoothie If you love citrus drinks like orange juice, you are going to love this smoothie! Perfect morning refreshment!
Delicious Blueberry Date Smoothie All I can say is YUM! This blueberry & date smoothie is a great post-workout snack!
Violet Beauregarde Smoothie Named after the girl who turned herself into a blueberry!? This smoothie is an awesome blend of berries and apples! Full of antioxidants to either start your day or as...
Green Power Smoothie This awesome smoothie will make you love consuming your daily greens!
Get it Girl Smoothie This smoothie is an excellent blend of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals we need! Enjoy!
Woo Hoo Cashew Smoothie You will love this cashew smoothie! Perfect for any on-the-go morning!
Killer Kale Smoothie This smoothie is the perfect blend of fruit and veggies!
Amazing Almond Smoothie This awesome smoothie can be made in 2 minutes! Excellent source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats!

Breakfast Ideas

Strawberry Overnight OATS Need something quick in the morning? You can prepare this the night before, leave it in the fridge overnight, and in the morning you have your breakfast already made for...
Blueberry and Banana Marvelous Muffins These muffins are so easy to make! Great breakfast idea when you are on the go!
Easy Oatmeal Easy Oatmeal Super easy breakfast that is good for you and will make you feel full until your next meal! Ingredients 3/4 cup soy milk 1/4 cup oats 2 dates…
Banana Breakfast Bread Banana Breakfast Bread This recipe can be altered in many ways by using different flours, milks or optional nuts or seeds. Great option to make the night before when you…
Protein Bagel Protein Bagel When I said "easy", I meant it! This is my go-to for quick breakfast choices. Serves 1 You will need: Hummus - make your own or store bought…

Soups & Salads

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Carrot Salad This is my go-to snack that makes me feel amazing afterward & I'm not a carrot fan! It is simple and easy!
Oh My Minestrone This soup is OH SO Awesome! Great for cold days or when you are looking for something to satisfy you!
Easy Butternut Squash Soup This is a great soup that my whole family loves! 
Sweet Potato and White Bean Stew This is a quick and easy recipe that was so delicious! This can be done in a slow cooker or in an Instant Pot!
Easy Butternut Squash Soup This is a great soup that my whole family loves! 
Heavenly Black Bean & Corn Salad This salad is fast, delicious, and super easy to make!
Thai Peanut Salad If you are wanting something yummy & filling, this salad is for you! I first tried this salad from my good friends over at Plant-Based on a Budget!
Perfect Pasta Salad You literally can not go wrong with this salad. This recipe is easy and great to make and have in the fridge when you don’t want to cook!
Strawberry Summer Salad This is such a great easy summer salad! Cool and refreshing! Enjoy!
The Best EVER Chinese Salad This recipe is all about the dressing. You can add anything you want to the salad but it is the dressing that really makes it good! 

Dinner Ideas

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Cauliflower Fried Rice This is such an amazing yummy dish! You will fall in love with this main dish!
Pesto Pasta Perfection If you love pesto, this is a healthy and super easy meal!
Lentil Curry This is a quick and easy recipe that was so delicious! Enjoy!
My Healthy Burrito Bowl This burrito bowl is so yummy! It is also very quick and easy. You can made this recipe low-glycemic and gluten free as well! Enjoy!
Middle Eastern Tacos Middle Eastern Tacos This recipe is so simple and quick! My husband says that this is one of his favorite meals that I make for him! So yummy! Serves 2-4…
Yummy Tummy Enchilada My husband makes the best enchiladas! Here is one of my favorite versions of his recipe. You can do this with or without broccoli and spinach. You can substitute with...
Quinoa Burgers Quinoa Burgers I got this recipe from a friend and even my 14 year old liked them! If you have any picky eaters in the house, you know that means…
Zucchini Lentil Salad Zucchini Lentil Salad My husband LOVED this salad. Since having to watch his glucose, we have been finding new ways to have pasta. This was perfect and delicious!   ¾…
Maple Instant Pot Chili Maple Instant Pot Chili I make a lot of soups and chilis and this one is super yummy!  Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 tbsp cooking oil 1 small yellow onion, thinly…
Quick Quinoa Stew Quick Quinoa Stew I love stews! This one is very hearty and a family favorite! Ingredients: 3/4 cup quinoa 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 small red onion, finely…

Sides

Nach-Yo Average Cheese This cheese is amazing and very addictive! Use with caution!

Dessert

Blueberry Oatmeal Surprise This dish is not only low-calorie but also packed with fiber and protein!
Mango Lime Sorbet Silky and smooth sorbet that you will love!
Coconut Date Balls By far the easiest and quick dessert you can make in less than 5 minutes!
Chocolate Mug Cake Chocolate Mug Cake This is my go to when I am wanting a single serving of cake! Serves 1 Ingredients: 4 tablespoons white whole wheat flour 2 tablespoons brown sugar…
Apple Crisp Apple Crisp If you have a sweet tooth, this is the best dessert! You can substitute the brown sugar and the flour for coconut brown sugar and coconut flour and…
Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies I'm a sucker for a cookie and these don't disappoint. They are not "healthy" but they are better for you than regular cookies! Okay, these are so good that even...
Banana Ice Cream Banana Ice Cream This is a weekly, if not daily, dessert in our house. You can add almost anything to the mixture to make it your own! Bananas will also…