A rich and tangy vegan Caesar dressing made with tahini, lemon, and nutritional yeast. Perfect for kale salads, bowls, and more.

There’s something special about adding homegrown alfalfa sprouts to a summer dish—they’re fresh, crunchy, and bursting with that clean, just-picked flavor that instantly elevates any salad, wrap, or sandwich. They don’t just taste better than store-bought—they feel better, too.

The Ultimate Lemon Garlic Salad Dressing: Fresh, Simple, and Bursting with Flavor There’s something so satisfying about making my own salad dressings. Store-bought dressings just don’t compare—too many fillers, too much sugar, and never that fresh, bright taste that makes a salad feel exciting. I love using super simple ingredients, letting every fresh, vibrant flavor shine through. And this lemon garlic dressing? It’s a game-changer. It’s tangy, garlicky, and just the right

Here’s a quick way to make it: Ingredients 1 block of high-protein firm tofu (pressed) 1 tbsp nutritional yeast 2 tsp turmeric (for that eggy color) 1 tbsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder ¼ tsp black salt (kala namak) (for eggy flavor) 1 tbsp avocado oil spray 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp cumin 1/2 cup diced onion 1 tbsp minced garlic MIX IN VEGGIES: my favorites to add in to this scramble are: fresh spinach cherry tomatoes bell pepper

Tofu Salad first entered my life in 2021, and I have never gone a week without it! It's irresistibly easy, creamy, delicious, and high in protein. This dish is not only tasty but also packed with nutrients that make it a fantastic choice for any meal. Let's dive into how to prepare this delightful dish. Weekly Tofu Salad: A 5-Day Supply Making enough Tofu Salad for an entire week is straightforward. Here’s what you'll need for a week’s supply: 2 large blocks of extra firm tof

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, chili powder, and paprika. Add tofu to a large skillet with olive oil, and cook until browned, about 8 minutes. In a separate skillet, add olive oil, minced garlic, 1/2 sliced onion, 1 full chopped bell pepper and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes. In a large pot, on

I'm so excited to share some inspo and info on growing your own Sprouts! I just started sprouting thanks to Doug Evans, owner and founder of The Sprouting Co. , which offers easy at home sprouting kits with sprouting jars & organic sprouting seeds! Use my code: FRANCESCA10 to save on your sprouting starter kit! Not only does this practice offer financial savings, but it also provides access to some of the most nutritious foods available, making it a great investment!! Nutrie

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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

I made the most delicious salad, and dressing to pair, for my first low FODMAP meal. The only real difference between this salad and how I would've normally made it is by adding garlic to the dressing... so if your digestive system is working properly, have at it with the garlic! This dressing is my all time favorite! It's creamy, yet still light! My tahini was super thick so I added extra water to my dressing.

Now to assemble the plate add: 1/2 cup black & white rice 2 cups mixed greens 1/2 cup sliced cucumber 1/3 cup thinly sliced carrots 1/3 cup sliced cabbage 1/2 cup sliced tomatoes 1/4 avocado sliced 3/4 cup sautéed bean sprouts (or fresh!) 1 cup crispy tofu 1 tbsp hummus fresh cilantro (this is a must!) then top the entire plate off with the salad dressing and enjoy!

I grew up cooking with my mother, so a lot of my passion for cooking comes from her! I am also very passionate about health and wellness, so I've taken what I've learned from her, and combined that with my desire to be healthier. & In my opinion, the simpler the ingredients, the better the taste! This sauce is a perfect example of that! I use this cherry tomato sauce for so many recipes because it's so simple to make, and so delicious. Ingredients : 1 container of cherry tom

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

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