This recipe came about one evening when I needed a very simple vegetable broth to use as a light soup for matzo balls. I had leeks, carrots, and dill in the refrigerator so that’s what I used. And since I needed it fast, I used my Instant Pot to pressure cook the ingredients in water. …
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 …
Carrot Cake Granola
Granola makes for a great quick and easy snack or meal. It’s easy to pack and carry, stays fresh for a while when sealed well, and can be added to yogurt, milk, ice cream, fruit, and anything else you can think of. This granola makes me so happy because of the orange carrot pieces, and …
Carrot Cake {almond & coconut flour}
In case you need to justify eating cake for breakfast, here goes… This recipe is sweet but not too sweet. It’s naturally sweetened with carrots, ground cinnamon, and maple syrup or honey. The creamy cheese frosting can also offer a probiotic boost to your day. The frosting doesn’t require much sweetener because the tanginess balances …
Pickled Carrots {quick & easy}
You’ll be amazed how easy it is to pickle carrots (or other veggies for that matter!), and how good they are. The play of sweet carrot and sour juice is a great combination, plus the added benefit of vitamin A, K, B6, and potassium. Pickling is a way to preserve food by letting it sit …