Category Archives: Gluten Free Dishes

Lentil Pecan Tacos

Lentil Pecan TacosTacos are by far one of the most awesome foods out there.  No, seriously.  They can be prepared in so many ways, and for so many diet preferences.  Plus, they are delicious!  In my avocado tostadas post I raved about tacos, and compared tostadas to the awesomeness of a taco.  I love tacos so much that I have a taco pizza recipe, and a taco stuffed shells recipe.  This lentil pecan tacos recipe is a traditional taco recipe, made to mimic what meat-eaters call a classic taco. Continue reading

Carrot Kale and White Bean Ragu

Carrot Kale and White Bean Ragu with ParmesanIt is amazing to me how simple cooking can be when you use quality ingredients.  Cooking doesn’t have to be complicated to taste amazing.  This carrot kale and white bean ragu makes a delicious sauce for pasta, and many other uses.  The quality ingredients make this sauce a winner that is incredibly simple to put together.   Continue reading

Black bean tacos with garlic red cabbage slaw

Black bean tacos with garlic red cabbage slaw 2For a while, my family and I were hooked on my fish tacos recipe.  We would eat them every week.  I always had red cabbage in the fridge to top them with zesty slaw.  We are not tired of the fish tacos yet, but it is good to switch things up sometimes.  These black bean tacos with garlic red cabbage slaw are a regular in our rotation now.  They are perfect for summer because they don’t take much time to make, which leaves more time for fun! Continue reading

Enchilada Zucchini Boats

Enchilada Zucchini Boats with Black beans by Alison's AllspiceEven though it seems early in the season, the farmers market has had zucchinis for weeks now!  I finally picked up a few to whip up this delicious enchilada zucchini boats recipe.  This dish is a great way to get lots of veggies, and is still a balanced meal full of rice, beans, and flavor!   Continue reading

Asparagus Artichoke Millet Bowl

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This is post #2 for my Asparagus Mini Series! Bowl meals are all the craze right Alison's AllspiceAsparagusMini-Series2016now.  And rightfully so.  They are very easy for both prep and clean up! Mix it together in a big bowl, and serve in little bowls. Easy-peasy!  I love them because they include whole grains, with lots of veggies.  Asparagus is the star in my asparagus artichoke millet bowl.   Continue reading

Pizza Baked Potatoes

Pizza Baked Potatoes

I have a no waste attitude when it comes to food.  I hate throwing out even the littlest bit of food just because it doesn’t have a purpose, or because I think there isn’t enough left to use.  With a little bit of effort and planning you can prevent this kind of waste.  Today’s Pizza Baked Potatoes was created because I had a small amount of pasta sauce that was not going to go down the drain.  The recipe was so good that I made it multiple times and perfected the seasonings, and today I’m sharing it with you! Continue reading

Garlic Lemon Roasted Broccoli

Garlic Lemon Roasted Broccoli

In my quest to eat healthy foods, I have realized how important a healthy and delicious vegetable side dish can be.  Side salads were once a favorite of mine, with a quick homemade vinaigrette.  However, most lettuces don’t have the nutrition and fiber content that we look for in vegetables.  Chopped salads with lots of veggies are time consuming for a simple side.  This garlic lemon roasted broccoli dish is simple, delicious, and healthy! Continue reading

Vegan Fried Rice

 

Vegan fried rice_2Fried rice is such an easy meal to whip on a weeknight, I tend to make this vegan fried rice a lot.  Having a few different variations on a classic recipe makes it easy to eat this simple food frequently and not get tired of it.  Pineapple Fried Rice is another great variation to a classic.   Continue reading

Quick Frijoles Negros (Black Beans)

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I am an obsessive meal planner.  For most people, meal planning is a chore, something you don’t like to do.  For me, it’s the opposite.  Dreaming up recipes to use up ingredients, and finding recipes that overlap in ingredients is like a scavenger hunt.  I look forward to my weekly meal planning time. Continue reading

Tomato Coconut Curry with Cauliflower and Chickpeas

Tomato Coconut Curry with cauliflower and chickpeas_2

Curry is one of those dishes that can be made in about a million different ways, with so many different ingredients!  It can be hard to narrow down what you want to try when it comes to making a curry recipe.  It can also be difficult to find all the ingredients locally available.  This tomato coconut curry with cauliflower and chickpeas is made with simple ingredients and spices, so it will be easy to make and enjoy! Continue reading