Beans are a great source of vegan, gluten-free protein and extremely versatile. This bean salad is a great way to use seasonal spring/summer ingredients. The green bean and sugar snap peas provide a crunch that goes great with the creamy black beans and chickpeas. Thinly sliced scallions and fresh tarragon add a nice bite. Blanching… Continue reading Three Bean Salad
This dish takes a little time and effort to make, but it’s definitely worth it! I originally started making this dish for work, but loved it so much I started making it at home too. It’s been a big hit both places! This dish actually tastes better as it sits – it tastes fantastic right… Continue reading Ancho Chili Sweet Potato Quinoa
A bean salad is a great alternative to pasta or grains for a vegan/gluten free source of protein. Beans don’t necessarily have a ton of flavor, especially canned, but this salad has a great mix of textures and Moroccan flavors. The cinnamon and cumin provide warm flavors while the mint and parsley brighten it up. The… Continue reading Moroccan Bean Salad
Being one of my favorite seasonal winter ingredients, I try to use butternut squash as much as possible. My local Whole Foods always has a great stock of locally grown squash so I take full advantage when it’s in season. This salad is an excellent way to use butternut squash, it’s a great mix of… Continue reading Butternut Squash Kale Quinoa
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