Here’s a light soup that’s loaded with veggies and protein. I created my first version of egg drop soup using chicken broth and shredded chicken a few years ago. This veggie version hits the spot for me when I need warmth, flavor, some protein, and lots of greens. I keep bags of frozen veggies in …
Pho {quick & easy}
Here’s my favorite Pho broth. It’s quick and easy to make, and easy to modify. I use a light vegetable broth and then build on it with a combination of aromatic spices and vegetables. The result is a deeply flavorful, slightly sweet broth that goes well with your favorite Pho additions. The version in the …
Broccoli “Cheddar” Soup {dairy free}
Broccoli and cheddar cheese go together so well, but sometimes you want to keep the dairy on the low to no status, or you must avoid it. Have no fear. This soup has the same flavor and thick texture of my broccoli cheddar soup without any cheddar cheese. And it’s low in carbs and checks …
Tangy Peanut Sauce & Veggies
If you’re a fan of peanut sauce that’s packed with flavor, you’ll love this recipe. You just need a few key ingredients, and it can easily be doubled or tripled, which I recommend. This sauce is great with a variety of dishes and can easily serve as a dressing for salads, or as a dip …
Sweet Chili Shrimp & Veggies
I started out wanting a very simple, clean recipe for sweet chili sauce that relied on just a few ingredients. And then I realized I was craving shrimp and veggies, which lead me to this recipe. The cauliflower rice is heated in oil, garlic, and salt for a few minutes. Meanwhile, the veggies are steamed …
Vegetable Pad Thai {grain free}
My son tipped me off to kholrabi noodles a few months ago, but it wasn’t until I was near a Trader Joe’s that I decided it was time to try them as an alternative to other vegetable pad thai noodles I’ve used, like zucchini, shredded cabbage, and carrots. It’s gluten and grain free, but it’s …