Chicken Stir-fry

Stir-fried chicken with vibrant veggies and a flavorful sauce that is quick and easy to prepare. Ideal for a hectic weeknight meal!

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil

Set aside

Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat

Add minced garlic and grated ginger

Saut for 30 seconds

Add sliced chicken and stir-fry until no longer pink, about 3-4 minutes

Remove chicken from the pan and set aside

In the same pan, add more oil if needed and stir-fry the vegetables until they are tender-crisp, about 5 minutes

Return the cooked chicken to the pan and pour the sauce mixture over everything

Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients evenly

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Serve hot over steamed rice

Enjoy your delicious Chicken Stir-fry!

Blueberry-Lemon Parfait

This Blueberry-Lemon Parfait is a delicious treat that combines fresh blueberries, tangy lemon zest, creamy Greek yogurt, and crunchy granola. That makes a quick and healthy breakfast or a delicious dessert!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 2 cups Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 cup granola
• Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions:

In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt and honey until well combined

In serving glasses, layer the yogurt mixture, fresh blueberries, and granola

Sprinkle lemon zest on each layer for a burst of flavor

Repeat the layers until the glasses are filled, finishing with a layer of granola on top

Garnish with fresh mint leaves

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving

Serve chilled and enjoy!

Flourless Fudgy Keto Brownies

Enjoy these rich, fudgy brownies that don't need any flour and are great for people on a ketogenic diet. They are rich, moist, and sugar-free because they are made with cocoa powder and almond butter.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup powdered erythritol
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• 1/4 cup sugar-free chocolate chips optional

Instructions:

Set the oven to 350F 175C and heat it up

Spray or line an 8x8-inch baking pan with cooking spray

Powdered erythritol, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt should all be mixed together in a bowl

Mix everything together well

If you want to, fold in sugar-free chocolate chips

Spread out the batter in the baking pan that has been prepared

It's done when the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out with wet crumbs on it

Let the brownies cool all the way in the pan before you cut them into squares

Serve and have fun!

Vegan Yucca Fries with Roast Garlic Aioli

The outside of these vegan yucca fries is crispy, and the inside is soft. They come with a creamy roast garlic aioli. It's great as a snack or a side dish.

Ingredients:

• 2 large yucca roots, peeled and cut into fries
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 head of garlic
• 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 425F 220C

In a large bowl, toss the yucca fries with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated

Spread the seasoned yucca fries in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Cut the top off the head of garlic to expose the cloves, drizzle with a little olive oil, and wrap in aluminum foil

Place the wrapped garlic on the baking sheet with the yucca fries

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the yucca fries are golden brown and crispy

While the fries are baking, prepare the roast garlic aioli

Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins into a bowl

Mash the roasted garlic with a fork until smooth

Add vegan mayonnaise, lemon juice, chopped parsley, and salt to the mashed garlic, and mix until well combined

Serve the hot yucca fries with the roast garlic aioli on the side for dipping

Enjoy!

Vegan BBQ Chili

A hearty and tasty vegan chili that doesn't need any oil and is great for BBQs. Lots of different beans, vegetables, and smoky spices make this chili a hit with everyone.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans 15 oz each of black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can 15 oz of kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can 15 oz of pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

Set the onions and garlic in a large pot

Add a little vegetable broth and cook over medium-low heat until the onions are soft

After you add the diced bell peppers, saut for three to four more minutes

Add the oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder, and mix them in so that the vegetables are evenly covered

Put in the vegetable broth, black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, and corn

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Slowly bring the chili to a boil

Then lower the heat, cover, and let it cook for about 30 minutes, stirring every now and then

If you think the seasoning needs to be changed, leave it to simmer uncovered for another 15 to 20 minutes to thicken

Serve the vegan BBQ chili hot with chopped cilantro on top

Enjoy your tasty vegan BBQ chili that doesn't need any oil!

5 Layer Bean Dip

At any party, this 5-layer bean dip is a hit with everyone. This tasty snack has refried beans, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and cheese on top of fresh vegetables. It will be the talk of the snack table!

Ingredients:

• 1 can 16 ounces refried beans
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup guacamole
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• Tortilla chips, for serving

Instructions:

Spread refried beans evenly on the bottom of a serving dish

Layer sour cream on top of the beans

Spread guacamole over the sour cream layer

Pour salsa over the guacamole layer

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the salsa layer

Top with chopped tomatoes, black olives, and green onions

Serve with tortilla chips

Best Vegan Tuna Salad

The classic tuna salad is enhanced by the flavor and satisfaction of this vegan version. It is made with tofu, which is high in protein, and is flavored with traditional tuna salad ingredients like celery, red onion, and dill pickles. The salad gains brightness and tanginess from the addition of lemon juice and Dijon mustard, and a hint of seafood flavor is imparted by the kelp powder. Ideal on top of greens or as a sandwich or wrap.

Ingredients:

• 1 block extra-firm tofu, pressed and drained
• 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped dill pickle
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon kelp powder for fishy flavor, optional
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Sliced bread or lettuce leaves, for serving

Instructions:

Crumble the pressed tofu into tiny flakes in a mixing bowl

Toss in the red onion, celery, pickle with dill, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, vegan mayonnaise, and kelp powder if using

Blend thoroughly until all components are uniformly blended

To taste, add salt and pepper for seasoning

To allow the flavors to mingle, chill the vegan tuna salad in the fridge for at least half an hour

Serve with lettuce leaves or slices of bread to make wraps or sandwiches