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Indulgent Veggie-Packed Pasta: A Rewarding Meal
A cozy, flavor-packed celebration of ingredients can make you pause with every bite. This pasta? It’s that kind of meal.

Francesca Nardelli
Sep 27, 20252 min read


Easy Tofu Chili
Ingredient List: 1 block extra firm tofu 1 bell pepper White onion 2-3 garlic cloves Tomato paste 1 can diced tomatoes 1 can beans (kidney or black bean) 1-2 large carrots 1-2 celery stalks 1 jalapeno fresh cilantro salt, pepper garlic powder, oregano, chili powder, paprika, cumin Crumble the tofu (extra firm tofu will hold best for this recipe, and it has more protein than softer tofu) into small pieces in a bowl, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, cumin, chi

Francesca Nardelli
Mar 28, 20241 min read


Creamy Mushroom, Herb & Sun-dried Tomato Zoodles
I am at a complete loss for words with this dish. It was just absolutely delicious. I grew up eating my mom's version of this which was made with chicken, cream, lots of cheese, and much fewer veggies. So I'm beyond excited to have finally perfected my favorite childhood dish. I can't wait for you to try it! I made a homemade cream sauce instead of actual cream, omitted the cheese, and added mushrooms, chickpeas, spinach and zucchini noodles. Heaven. Zoodles are great for th

Francesca Nardelli
Jan 20, 20222 min read


Sweet Potato Tortilla Tacos w/ Black Bean Dip
Homemade tortillas just hit different. I really just love how simple it was to make my own tortillas, and I feel much better eating them knowing that they aren't filled with extra unnecessary ingredients. Simplicity is always key in my kitchen. To make your own tortillas, you'll just need 1 large sweet potato, and your choice of flour! Chop sweet potato into large chunks. Bring a pot of water to a boil, and add your sweet potato chunks. Boil until soft and tender. Drain your

Francesca Nardelli
Mar 29, 20212 min read


Rice, Hummus & Tofu Veggie Peace Plate
Today I am so excited to share this with dish with you!! It is my latest obsession and is filled with so many delicious flavors, and as always, is super simple! It is inspired by my favorite cafe in Hawaii called the Peace Cafe. The dish that I am recreating is called the Peace Plate! If you ever find yourself in Honolulu, this is a must try, although I think my recreation here is as close as you can get to tasting it yourself! It is a salad plate with dressing and veggies, a

Francesca Nardelli
Mar 6, 20211 min read


Veggie, Tofu & Cashew Sheet Pan Meal Prep
When it comes to meal prep, it might seem boring to think you're going to eat the same thing all week, but THIS is a meal you're going to want to eat everyday! The sauce is super light and simple, and as always, I suggest using Pure Maple Syrup for all of my recipes! What You'll Need : Coconut Aminos (OR Liquid Aminos) Apple Cider Vinegar Pure Maple Syrup Sesame Oil Fresh Ginger Fresh Garlic Almond Flour Water Super Firm Tofu ( I used Trader Joe's 1lb) Salt Pepper Olive Oil R

Francesca Nardelli
Nov 21, 20202 min read


Eggplant Pizza Bites with Mushroom, Green Onion, and Date Sauce
Before I switched to plant based, I used to be obsessed with this restaurant in Beacon Hill (Boston) by Chef Todd English called Figs. My favorite menu item was the Fig & Leek Spicy Shrimp pizza. I searched for figs, but they are unfortunately out of season so I came up with my own little twist on this eggplant creation! This meal has super simple ingredients and the taste was phenomenal! I love sweet & savory so I often combine them! This was flavorful, and perfectly paired!

Francesca Nardelli
Oct 13, 20201 min read


Air Fried Eggplant “Parm” : Meal Prep
I started a meal prep company a few years back wanting to help people eat healthier, and to help them better understand portions. Every body is different, and we all require different calories, different macros, etc.. It took me a long time to make custom meals for people to meet their needs, but it's what some people need in order to hit their goals. Meal planning, and portion controlling can be time consuming and does require a lot of planning, but if your goals are more th

Francesca Nardelli
Oct 7, 20202 min read


Pesto Zucchini Noodle with Burst Cherry Tomato Sauce
When I make my meals, I always first and foremost want them to taste good. That is my number one requirement. Secondly, I want them to be as fresh and simple as possible, so using as little ingredients as possible, and raw veggies when applicable. I also almost always want a meal that is high in protein . I want to feel good from my meals, and I want them to leave me feeling energized, and filled, but not stuffed/bloated/tired. I eat FREQUENTLY throughout the day so I don't

Francesca Nardelli
Sep 25, 20204 min read


Mediterranean Style Lettuce Wrap Patty with Lemon Tahini Sauce
So yes, I love love love making lettuce wraps! I find that it makes everything taste so much more flavorful, fresh, and it has the MOST perfect crunch, ever. This "burger" would be great on a cauliflower crust wrap as well. I wish I had mushrooms in my kitchen when I made this, but overall it was soooo tasty. If you love Mediterranean flavors like I do, you'll love this one! I have seen a lot of comments asking how to get the perfect lettuce wrap, so here's what I do. I alway

Francesca Nardelli
Sep 24, 20202 min read


Eggplant Pesto Pizza Bites w/ Balsamic Glaze
If you’ve been following along, you know I love my carbs — but I tend to reach for root vegetables and fruit more often than bread. Nothing against a soft, warm loaf (truly one of life’s simple joys), but when I swap bread for produce, I feel lighter, more energized, and more balanced overall. These eggplant pesto pizza bites are my current obsession. Think of them as a fresh twist on cauliflower-crust pizza: lighter than bread, but every bit as satisfying. The base is roaste

Francesca Nardelli
Sep 22, 20202 min read
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