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Skip to Recipe It is officially soup season. Though I love soups any time of the year, curling up on the couch with a piping hot bowl on chilly fall evenings is pure bliss. They make for easy dinners or quick lunches that will warm up your body and soul. If you are looking for soups that are bursting with flavors and at the same time can be whipped up without much hassle, this Roasted Cauliflower and Red Pepper Soup is for you! Florets of cauliflower and red bell peppers get roasted in the oven together until lightly caramelized and crispy, and then pureed, resulting in a creamy bowl of deliciousness. This soup is low-carb, gluten-free, and completely plant-based! Although roasting the vegetables takes a little more time and effort, it is definitely worth it. The roasted cauliflower gives the soup an exceptionally rich and smooth texture without adding an extra cream, while the red peppers add a gorgeous color ...

Skip to Recipe Adios Summer! As the temperature drops and the cold nights draw in, we are ready to embrace fall with all its glory. When it comes to fall weeknight dinners, we all need meals that are warm and hearty and at the same time can be whipped up without breaking a sweat. This Sheet Pan Sausage, Apples and Roasted Vegetables is a healthy, vibrant meal that is all about cozy flavors and is guaranteed to make your dinner a breeze! Juicy Chorizo sausages are roasted alongside seasonal apples, carrots, potatoes, brussel sprouts and red onion with lots of fresh herbs for a deliciously flavorful weeknight dinner! I love the addition of the apples that lend a slightly sweet yet savory flavor to all of this roasted goodness. There is no active work involved, you just have to chop the sausages and the veggies and toss everything together in the oven, letting it do all the hard work for you. Plus, everything gets...

Skip to Recipe I love waking up to warm muffins in the mornings. They are a great make-ahead breakfast for rushed mornings when you don't have the time to prepare something before heading out of the door. That being said, I am not talking about overly sweet muffins. I am talking about muffins that are filled with wholesome ingredients that will help meet your health goals and keep you fuelled until lunch. The different varieties of fresh, crisp seasonal apples available this time of the year inspired me to make these Apple Cinnamon Muffins. Deliciously soft, moist, fluffy muffins that are loaded with fresh apples and warm spices, these are a Fall favorite! The combination of apples and cinnamon is an iconic fall staple and will leave your kitchen smelling warm, fragrant, and cozy. Though these are perfect year round they taste best slathered with some butter and with a cup of coffee on cool fall mornings. ...

Skip to Recipe Considering the diverse cuisines that are all around the world, there’s much room to expand our palettes and explore new exotic flavors. Known for its meticulous preparation and exquisite presentation, French cuisine, for long, has been toppled as the king of fine dining. However, at its core French food relies on simple flavors and high-quality ingredients to create unforgettable internationally-renowned dishes. If you want to venture into the world of French cooking, then this classic Chicken Fricassée is perfect for you. Chicken Fricassee (pronounced “fri-ka-say”) is a rustic French classic that relies on humble ingredients and just a single pot. It is the original comfort food- chicken that is sautéed lightly and then braised with onions, carrots, mushrooms, and herbs in a rich and creamy sauce. This one-pot wonder is elegant to serve company and also hearty enough for an amazing weeknight dinner. ...

Skip to Recipe We are gearing towards September, and the days are getting shorter. Like all good things, summer is coming to an end and I am trying to savor the last few weeks before fall begins to loom. Ever since I tried these Thai-inspired Chicken Skewers, I have wanted to share the recipe on my blog, and finally, it is here! These Thai Chicken Satay Skewers are bursting with fresh, delicious, and summery flavors! Succulent, spicy marinated chicken pieces are loaded onto the skewers and grilled to perfection, and served alongside an addictive peanut sauce. Each bite of these grilled chicken skewers is like taking a bite of heaven! Though this recipe is perfect for outdoor summer BBQ parties or gatherings, it can also be devoured year-round even when it is not grilling season. Although the chicken skewers are flavorful all by themselves, they become even more delicious when dunked into the rich and creamy peanut s...

Skip to Recipe I am a big fan of chia seed puddings, and of late, I have been experimenting with new exciting flavors. Tiramisu is one of the most popular Italian desserts that everyone raves about, and I am no different. While the taste of the classic dessert is unbeatable, the Tiramisu Chia Pudding is a healthy take on the quintessential flavors. This aesthetic-looking breakfast is made with layers of chocolate, coffee, and vanilla chia pudding and topped with a generous sprinkle of cacao powder. All the different flavors blend well together resulting in sheer delight with every spoon. Creamy, light, and super easy to put together, it makes an incredibly delicious plant-based breakfast, a satisfying snack, or a guilt-free dessert. Why you will love this Pudding? This Vegan Tiramisu Pudding is: Vegan Gluten-Free Refined sugar-free Rich in protein, omega-3s, and fiber Tastes l...

Skip to Recipe I am all about delicious snacks that are easy to make, use simple wholesome ingredients, and don't involve a lot of work and preparation. The Salted Carmel Bliss Balls that I am sharing today fit the bill! Bite-size and healthy, these Salted Caramel Bliss Balls are the perfect make-ahead snack for anyone on the go! With only 5 ingredients, these are vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free. Bliss balls, energy balls, date balls…whatever you choose to call them they are downright delicious and will give the store-bought ones a run for their money! Unlike other sugary treats that spike the blood sugar level and leave you feeling hungry afterward, these little power-packed bites are made with dates that will fuel your body with nutrients while satisfying your sweet tooth. Like my No Bake Chocolate Peanut Energy Balls , Healthy Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge and Car...