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Soft Zucchini Taco Shells

Posted on August 8, 2020 | 11 comments

My husband has said hands down, this soft zucchini taco shells recipe is his favorite way to enjoy the gluttony of zucchini that has come out of our garden this summer. It might be a good way to sneak some veggies in for picky eaters too!

What make this recipe a taco shell and not just a tortilla? Masa harina is the flour used to make corn tortillas, the base for most authentic tacos. I use it here to give these tortillas the flavor of a corn tortilla, and help bind the zucchini together. Continue reading →

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Posted in Component Cooking, Gluten Free Dishes, Mexican

Tagged Cheese, Eggs, Vegetarian, Zucchini

Black Bean Taco Pasta Salad

Posted on August 1, 2020 | Leave a comment

Do 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

Tagged Black Beans, Cheese, Noodles, Peppers, Quick and Easy, Sweet Corn, Tomatoes, Yogurt

Whole Wheat Fudgy Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Posted on July 26, 2020 | Leave a comment

Friends, I may have gone over the top on this recipe! My summer supply of zucchini only seems to be growing and I was in the mood for chocolate. This whole wheat fudgy chocolate zucchini bread could easily pass for zucchini brownies instead of bread!

When I was making this bread, I wanted to use up as much zucchini as possible. I knew that was going to make a really heavy and dense bread loaf, not your typical fluffy “banana bread” style quick bread. Continue reading →

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Posted in Bread, Dessert, Snacks

Tagged Applesauce, Chocolate, Whole grain, Yogurt, Zucchini

Ginger Miso Dressing

Posted on July 18, 2020 | 2 comments

Have you hopped on board of the miso train yet? Miso is such a flavorful condiment that can be used in so many ways. I use it in sauces and dressing for the most part, like this ginger miso dressing.

What is Miso? It is a fermented soy bean paste that is salty and a little bit tangy. It ads huge amounts of umami flavor to any dish you add it to. It comes in many varieties like white miso, yellow miso, and red miso. Continue reading →

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Posted in Asian, Condiments and Spreads, Quick and Easy, Vegan

Tagged Ginger, miso, Quick and Easy, Vegan

Tex Mex Black Bean Zucchini Skillet

Posted on July 11, 2020 | 4 comments

It’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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Posted in Gluten Free Dishes, Quick and Easy, Southwestern, Vegetarian Main Dish

Tagged Beans, Cheese, Quick and Easy, Sour Cream, Sweet Corn, Tomatoes, Vegetarian, Zucchini

Chili Glazed Tofu with Pineapple Salsa and Coconut Rice

Posted on July 5, 2020 | Leave a comment

I 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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Posted in Gluten Free Dishes, Grains, Vegan, Vegetarian Main Dish

Tagged Cilantro, Coconut Milk, Garlic, Pineapple, Rice, Tomatoes, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole grain

Feta and Dill Crusted Trout

Posted on June 27, 2020 | Leave a comment

In the recent months I have been cleaning out the freezer. Therefore, I have been eating a lot of trout, and loving every bite! I adapted this feta and dill crusted trout recipe from another favorite trout recipe, Dijon crusted trout.

Adding a crunchy topping to fish makes it feel like something else entirely. I guess thats why fish sticks were/are so common. If you don’t care for the texture of fish, try it topped with panko and seasonings! Continue reading →

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Posted in Dinner, Fish and Seafood, Quick and Easy

Tagged Dill, Feta, Fish, Quick and Easy

Baked Falafel Lettuce Wraps with Lemon Aioli

Posted on June 20, 2020 | Leave a comment

I 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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Posted in Appetizer, Gluten Free Dishes, Vegetarian Main Dish

Tagged Chickpeas, Cilantro, Garlic, Lemon, Make ahead, Romaine, Vegetarian, Yogurt

Crunchy Asian Chopped Salad with Peanut Dressing

Posted on June 13, 2020 | 2 comments

I 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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Posted in Gluten Free Dishes, Quick and Easy, Salad, Vegan, Vegetarian Main Dish

Tagged Carrots, Edamame, Nuts, Peanut butter, Red cabbage, Snow Peas, Sriracha, Vegan, Vegetarian

Lemon Dill Orzo with Snap Peas

Posted on June 3, 2020 | 2 comments

Who 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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Posted in Pasta, Quick and Easy, Vegan, Vegetarian Main Dish

Tagged Chickpeas, Dill, Lemon, Pasta, Snap peas, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole grain

Alison's Allspice

Soft Zucchini Taco Shells

Black Bean Taco Pasta Salad

Whole Wheat Fudgy Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Ginger Miso Dressing

Tex Mex Black Bean Zucchini Skillet

Chili Glazed Tofu with Pineapple Salsa and Coconut Rice

Feta and Dill Crusted Trout

Baked Falafel Lettuce Wraps with Lemon Aioli

Crunchy Asian Chopped Salad with Peanut Dressing

Lemon Dill Orzo with Snap Peas

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