With Thanksgiving around the corner, many of us have become laser-focused on creating impressive menus and table settings for the big meal. Unfortunately, the markets are extra crowded and the long grocery list tugs at even the most grounded folks. We try to maintain a balance between work and family knowing that much of our to-do’s will…
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Italian Inspired Tofu Quinoa Bowls
Playing with new combinations of flavors and texture can be a great way to break the summer dinner rut. Today’s Italian Inspired Tofu Quinoa Bowls were created with a desire to combine fresh herbs from our garden with the sprouted tofu I had in my refrigerator. Rosemary inspired tofu with a balsamic glaze placed…
Black Quinoa Pesto Bowls
Gearing up for a busy week? If so, check out my recipe for these easy-to-make Black Quinoa Pesto Bowls. These bowls are full of plant-based protein, essential fatty acids and have become a favorite in the Kelly house. With a nutty base of Organic Black Heirloom Quinoa from Alter Eco Foods, these bowls pack quite the vegan…
Walnut Quinoa Balls
As we head out to Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s and our local markets in search of the finest foods for our Thanksgiving feast, I hope we’ll all remember to give thanks every step of the way. No need to get upset with the crowds, slow traffic, or lack of parking. Instead, embrace the season while taking that…
Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
The age-old dilemma for most mothers: It’s 5:30 a.m. and the alarm goes off, the needs of the day begin to pull at your blissful slumber, the clock continues to tick and the question remains…”What’s for breakfast mom?” And so it goes…another day, another meal and very little time to get it together. A quick solution for any busy…
Eat Your Peas Quinoa Salad
We’re kicking off the week with my Eat Your Peas Quinoa Salad. A simple salad that’s easy to prep and can be made ahead for a quick lunch or dinner option. Perfect for a busy schedule. Keeping the ingredients simple, and making your own dressings, not only saves time but increases your daily nutritional needs with…
Fall Nori Rolls
Vegetable packed, vegan nori rolls are one of the most requested meals in the Kelly house. They’re versatile, easy to make and travel well. Perfect as an afternoon snack, lunch or light dinner. I like to mix-it-up in the fall with a twist on my traditional stand-by recipe. Today we’re using baked sweet potato as the main…
Cauliflower Cakes
If cauliflower isn’t on the top of your favorite veggies list, perhaps our Cauliflower Cakes served with our Pumpkin Seed Pesto will help change your mind. Not only is cauliflower part of the power-house cruciferous family of broccoli, kale, cabbage, bok choy, and Brussels sprouts, but also contains sulforaphane? Sulforaphane is a sulphur compound that has been found…
Roasted Summer Vegetable Salad
There is one rule in my kitchen during the summer months, everything must be made in under 30 minutes. I’m not a fan of standing in the kitchen with summer tugging at my heart. Get your kids and hubby involved in meal preparation as it always goes more quickly when all hands are on deck. Today we’re…
Morning Quinoa Porridge
Not sure what to do with your leftover quinoa? Give our Morning Quinoa Porridge a try! I’m often asked how I get my protein…one answer I always give is QUINOA. Yep, quinoa contains all nine essential amino acids, a complete protein source for those of us working on getting more plants into our diet. What better…