Tag Archives: Vegetarian

Soft Zucchini Taco Shells

Soft Zucchini Taco Shells by Alison's AllspiceMy 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

Tex Mex Black Bean Zucchini Skillet

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

Chili Glazed Tofu with Pineapple Salsa and Coconut Rice

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

Baked Falafel Lettuce Wraps with Lemon Aioli

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

Crunchy Asian Chopped Salad with Peanut Dressing

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

Lemon Dill Orzo with Snap Peas

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

Mushroom Lentil Enchiladas

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

Crunchy Buffalo Tempeh Wraps

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

Asparagus Snap Pea Pasta Salad

Asparagus Snap Pea Pasta Salad by Alison's AllspiceEvery morning while I’m eating my breakfast, I love to read a cooking magazine.  Some people read newspapers, others social media, but I’m all about diving into recipes!  This asparagus snap pea pasta salad was inspired by a similar recipe I came across recently.

The recipe was for a lemon dill orzo, and my garden dill has only just started to sprout.  My asparagus and snap peas are in full swing, however, so I took the idea and changed it based on what I had. Continue reading

Goat Cheese Artichoke Pasta with Asparagus

Goat Cheese Artichoke Pasta with Asparagus by Alison's AllspiceOne of the most popular dishes on the blog is my goat cheese baked artichoke hearts recipe.  I decieded to turn this side dish into a meal with pasta!  I made this goat cheese artichoke pasta with asparagus fresh from my garden!

Spring is the perfect time of year to be reaching for jarred or frozen veggies, becasue there is not much in season.  Enter artichokes hearts.  I recommend getting the jars packed in water.  Frozen can get dry when cooked, and brined can over do-it on the salt! Continue reading