Category Archives: Vegetarian Main Dish

Black Bean Taco Pasta Salad

Posted on August 1, 2020 | Leave a comment

Black Bean Taco Pasta Salad by Alison's AllspiceDo you guys ever have those moments when you see a picture of a recipe and you just have to make it!?  Well it happenend to me when I saw two of my favorite ingredients together: black beans and pasta!  I made my own healthy tweeks to this black bean taco pasta salad recipe.

First of all, I don’t mess around with taco seasoning packets.  I stock so many spices, there is no need!  Also, those packets have added ingredients that you don’t need.  Just keep a well stocked spice rack and you are set! Continue reading →

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Posted in Gluten Free Dishes, Pasta, Quick and Easy, Side Dish, Southwestern, Vegetarian Main Dish

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Tex Mex Black Bean Zucchini Skillet

Posted on July 11, 2020 | 4 comments

Tex-Mex Black Bean Zucchini Skillet by Alison's AllspiceIt’s finally zucchini season!  Zucchini is one of my favorite summertime produce items.  They grow plentifully in my garden, so I have to come up with new and exciting ways to use them, like this tex mex black bean zucchini skillet.

This skillet meal is fast and simple, made with ingredients that I always have stocked in my pantry like frozen corn, salsa, and black beans. Continue reading →

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Chili Glazed Tofu with Pineapple Salsa and Coconut Rice

Posted on July 5, 2020 | Leave a comment

Chili Glazed Tofu with Pineapple Salsa and Coconut Rice by Alison's AllspiceI love all things spicy.  However, balance is also an important component to a great meal.  This chili glazed tofu with pineapple salsa and coconut rice has got it all!  Spicy tofu, cooling coconut and bright, fresh pineapple!

Coconut rice is a favorite side dish of mine because it pairs well with many things.  It’s also really easy to make, and is made from pantry staples like brown rice and coconut milk. Continue reading →

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Baked Falafel Lettuce Wraps with Lemon Aioli

Posted on June 20, 2020 | Leave a comment

Baked Falafel Lettuce Wraps with Lemon Aioli by Alison's AllspiceI have long adored falafel from restaurants, but thought it was going to be complicated to make at home.  Honestly, now that I’ve tried it, it is soooo easy.  I make these baked falafel lettuce wraps with lemon aioli on weeknights!

The only downside to this recipe is that you cannot use canned chickpeas.  You must soak dried chickpeas for 8-24 hours, which requires some advanced planning. Continue reading →

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Crunchy Asian Chopped Salad with Peanut Dressing

Posted on June 13, 2020 | 2 comments

Crunchy Asian Chopped Salad with Peanut Dressing by Alison's AllspiceI have been harvesting a lot of snow peas and snap peas in the last few weeks.  When I was digging through the fridge trying to come up with ideas for a quick meal, I thought of those thai crunch salads you see all over pinterest.  Well, mine isn’t exactly thai, but it is a delicious crunchy asian chopped salad with peanut dressing! Continue reading →

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Lemon Dill Orzo with Snap Peas

Posted on June 3, 2020 | 2 comments

Lemon Dill Orzo with Snap Peas by Alison's AllspiceWho else could eat pasta all day?  Hand raised here.  Pasta makes a simple and easy meal that can be done in soooo many different ways.  For example, my lemon dill orzo with snap peas is made in a single pot with minimal prep!

Recently, I read about how whole wheat orzo has three times as much fiber as brown rice, and twice as much protein!  I love to use whole grains in my cooking, and this justifies my love for pasta! Continue reading →

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Roasted Red Pepper Quinoa Salad

Posted on May 30, 2020 | Leave a comment

Roasted Red Pepper Quinoa Salad by Alison's AllspiceRight now I am craving fresh summer produce!  Unfortunately, it’s just not here yet.  My pepper plants in the garden are still only 4 inches tall!  Therefore, I made this roasted red pepper quinoa salad using pantry staples instead.

A jar of roasted red peppers is an easy ingredient to keep in the cupboard to make a quick meal.  It’s perfect for this time of year when you want fresh peppers that aren’t quite in season. Continue reading →

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Mushroom Lentil Enchiladas

Posted on May 23, 2020 | 2 comments

Mushroom Lentil Enchiladas by Alison's AllspiceThis is hands down my favorite enchilada recipe.  When I make enchiladas, I don’t bother with other recipes because this mushroom lentil enchiladas recipe is the best! The caramalized swiss cheese is enough to make me swoon!

I have posted a similar recipe before (find it here), but I have improved upon it by adding some subtle spices that round out the earthiness of the mushrooms and lentils. Seriously guys.  Best. Enchiladas. EVER! Continue reading →

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Crunchy Buffalo Tempeh Wraps

Posted on May 17, 2020 | Leave a comment

Crunchy Buffalo Tempeh Wraps by Alison's AllspiceA simple wrap is just about the easiest dinner that you could possible make, and that’s only one of the reasons that I love making them for dinner.  They can also be made an endless variety of ways, like these crunchy buffalo tempeh wraps!

This is not my first wrap on the blog with tempeh.  (Check out this Korean BBQ Wrap recipe.) Tempeh is a great plant-based protein source that takes well to many flavors, adding to the variations on wraps that you can make! Continue reading →

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Veggie Breakfast Quesadilla

Posted on May 2, 2020 | Leave a comment

Veggie Breakfast Quesadilla by Alison's AllspiceMexican food is my aboslute favortie cuisine, so I figured, why not have it for breakfast?  This veggie breakfast quesadilla is loaded with scrambled eggs, diced veggies, and cheddar cheese!

Honestly, this recipe is so simple and quick, you could make it for a speedy weeknight dinner, or easy on-the-go lunch as well.  It doesn’t even really have the “breakfast for dinner” vibe like when you have pancakes for dinner. Continue reading →

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