Banana Apple Oatmeal Muffins

I see the way your overripe bananas are looking at you. They’re lost in the fantasy of one day becoming banana bread. But you’re curious about something new – a quick breakfast bite full of nutrients and flavor! Make an honest fruit out of them by baking these Banana Apple Oatmeal Muffins🍌🍎 Did I mention…

Buffalo Cauliflower

Who says you have to give up your favorite flavors when you go vegan? Certainly not me! πŸ˜‹ Sacrifice nothing for your cravings with this recipe for Buffalo Cauliflower. It’s satisfying in all the right ways: spicy cayenne sauce, savory breading, and a crunchy texture that is like nothing else! Try this recipe tonight: it’s…

Easy Vegan Holiday Stuffing (with Gluten-free option)

It’s the holidays and for vegans it can be an extra stressful time πŸ˜… That’s why I try to find options that everyone can enjoy, including my gluten sensitive family members. This recipe can be started only 30 minutes before dinner and is WAY better than any boxed variety you’ll find πŸ˜‰ You can use…

Easy Snack – Fruit and Protein Bowl

Need a quick, refreshing bite to beat the heat? Say no more! Assemble this fruit and protein bowl to make sure you “eat your water” and stay hydrated πŸ’¦ Fruit and Protein Bowl 5 medium strawberries, quartered 1 banana, sliced 2 Tbsp all-natural peanut butter (sub. another nut butter if needed/desired) 1 Tbsp hemp seeds…

Gluten-free Walnut Brownie Bread

Need that weekend sugar fix but want to stay healthy? I’ve got you covered with this Walnut Brownie Bread! Vegan AND gluten-free, this decadent bread is a dessert without any refined sugars or added oils. This is one of my more highly requested dishes πŸ˜πŸ’šπŸŒ± Dig in with a spoon and pair it with your…

Easy Lentil Soup

Ah, the powerful lentil. Full of protein, fiber, and several micronutrients, these little legumes are a must for any diet. They are also the easiest and quickest to cook of all the beans, so grab a stockpot and let’s get cooking! Easy Lentil Soup Method Feel free to substitute your vegetables of choice, such as…

Easy Baked Kale Crisps

Kale Crisps! πŸ’šπŸŒ± I had a craving for something crunchy today and couldn’t help myself. In my continued attempts at eating healthy, kale is a leafy green near and dear to my heart. So when I found that they can also be crisps/chips, I knew they were love at first bite! Here’s my super easy…

Veganniversary!

It’s official: it has been a year since I adopted a 100% vegan lifestyle! Before the impending day of eating-way-too-much last year, I decided to eat a fully vegan version of dinner for the occasion. It was the best decision of my life! I’ve since helped others in their transition to a vegan lifestyle and…

Vegan Pumpkin Bread

It wouldn’t be Halloween without putting the noble pumpkin on the menu! I also want a treat that’s not as tricky with preservatives and empty calories. So for us, a solution – Vegan Pumpkin Bread! It’s full of lots of good stuff so you won’t feel as bad eating the whole loaf (I promise I…

Gluten-free Lentil Bolognese

It’s October! Not only is it the best month of the year (Halloween, Samhain, Dia de Los Muertos, and certain awesome people’s birthdays), it is Vegetarian Awareness Month! To make it even better, it’s also National Pasta Month! Truly it is a time to celebrate. In the spirit of this Month, let’s veganize a favorite…

Pantry Raid Recipe – Mexican Scramble

Welcome to my new feature, Pantry Raid Recipes! Have a few food items sitting around in your fridge and cupboards? Not sure what to make? Never fear for Mau is here! The following is a recipe that includes some items that were about to expire, so I dashed to throw something remotely edible together. The…