Recipes › Appetizers Easy Roasted Red Pepper Hummus By Samira Kazan updated June 07, 2024 This sweet, savory, and smoky roasted red pepper hummus requires a simple process, roasted red peppers, chickpeas, tahini, and a few aromatics. Enjoy this delicious dip with practically anything. Is there anything more versatile (and, let’s say, delicious) than hummus? I love making it myself, and while I simply love the classic hummus recipe , I also love experimenting with different flavors....

Recipes › Breakfast Healthy Salted Caramel Overnight Oats By Samira Kazan updated June 21, 2022 This healthy salted caramel overnight oats recipe uses a creamy vegan peanut butter caramel to make more-ish easy overnight oats that’ll have you coming back for more! Oats and peanut butter are a match made in heaven – that much I’ve always known. But vegan peanut butter caramel combined with overnight oats? Yes please, I’ll have seconds (and thirds) please....

Ingredient Guides How To Dry Mushrooms (In Oven or Dehydrator) By Samira Kazan updated June 30, 2022 How to dry mushrooms in the oven or using a dehydrator for long-term storage, whole or as mushroom powder. Learn how to dry, store, and use the dried mushrooms too! My dehydrator has been having a full-on workout this month – I’ve been busy in the kitchen to share my methods for how to dry rosemary , how to dry thyme , and how to dry mint ....

Condiments How to Make Chimichurri Sauce By Samira Kazan updated March 28, 2025 How to make chimichurri sauce (Chimichurri Verde aka parsley chimichurri), a fresh green herby sauce made with 7 simple ingredients. Plus, two bonus variations: mint chimichurri and cilantro chimichurri! Best of all, this Argentinian chimichurri takes just minutes to prepare and can be used in several ways! I love to have a handy selection of versatile condiments in my kitchen at all times, including homemade mayonnaise , homemade ketchup , Lebanese garlic sauce (toum), and something herby like this chimichurri sauce....

Recipes How To Make Coffee Ice Cream (Vegan Coffee Ice Cream) By Samira Kazan updated July 18, 2024 How to make coffee ice cream with a base of cashews and coconut for super creamy, rich, and decadent results! This homemade vegan coffee ice cream uses just 8 ingredients (and a pinch of salt) for the creamiest, most impressive homemade coffee ice cream you’ll ever try! And all without dairy, eggs, or an ice cream machine!...

Recipes › Appetizers How To Make Crostini (Tips + Toppings) By Samira Kazan updated November 15, 2024 How to make crostini at home in under 20 minutes and just 2 simple steps. Top tips, tricks, and topping recommendations for this crisp, crowd-pleasing appetizer! When it comes to simple appetizers, I love all things bread. At restaurants, I’ll happily gobble down the basket of bread/breadsticks. Meanwhile, at home, entertaining guests nearly always means mozzarella & tomato bruschetta , roasted garlic bread , or cheesy sourdough pull-apart bread ....

Ingredient Guides How to Make Spinach Noodles (Green Pasta Dough) By Samira Kazan updated November 15, 2023 How to make spinach noodles (aka green pasta dough) at home with just three ingredients. This homemade spinach pasta is egg-free, dairy-free, packed with nutrients, and can be used for tons of pasta shapes: egg yolk ravioli , noodles, mixed veggie lasagna sheets, etc. I’ve already shared recipes for homemade pasta , vegan pasta , and several gluten-free varieties, including oat and chickpea flour pasta ....

Ingredient Guides How to Zest Lemon (5 Methods) By Samira Kazan updated July 29, 2024 How to zest a lemon with and without a zester using one of these five methods, including a microplane, box grater, or even just a knife! I have shared my top 6 methods for juicing a lemon and having already prepared preserved lemons (also great if you’re a lemonade lover), I made sure to peel or zest all the remaining citrus....

Lebanese Lebanese Creamy Cucumber Yogurt Salad (Kh’yar bi laban) By Samira Kazan updated August 03, 2024 This refreshing Lebanese creamy cucumber salad (Kh’yar bi laban) is made up of just 5 ingredients (including salt) and can be served as a dip, side, and party accompaniment! Plus, this cucumber yogurt salad recipe is healthy, low-carb, gluten-free, and can be made dairy-free! I’m ever so slightly obsessed with versatile dishes – anything that you can use as a dip, sauce, sandwich spread, and salad at the same time is good in my books – which is where this cucumber salad with yogurt comes in....

Recipes ‚Ä∫ Snacks Mango Pineapple Smoothie By Samira Kazan updated April 10, 2025 When it comes to a sweet and delicious start to the day, this mango pineapple smoothie is one of the best. Not only is it refreshing and perfect for any morning, but it’s an instant energy boost, too. With just four simple ingredients needed, this tropical smoothie is a must. This mango smoothie proves time and time again that simplicity is sometimes the best route for flavor....

Salads Massaged Kale Salad with Lemon By Samira Kazan updated July 18, 2024 Enjoy this easy massaged kale salad with lemon dressing; a delicious base kale salad recipe ready in just minutes and perfect for adding to (5+ variations below). Plus, this recipe uses only 4 ingredients and is meat-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan! When it comes to quick lunches, I love low-effort healthy salad recipes . I’ve already shared several, including this Heirloom Burrata Caprese Salad (Burrata Salad) and Simple Lebanese Pita Salad (Fattoush) , and now this massaged kale salad....

Recipes › Gluten Free The Ultimate ONE Ingredient Potato Flatbread (Gluten-free Potato Bread) By Samira Kazan updated February 23, 2022 This easy potato flatbread requires just ONE ingredient – a potato, for a wheat-free, gluten-free, yeast-free, paleo flatbread – perfect for making quick and healthy wraps or pizza! I’m all about those simple hacks and recipes that seem so simple they’re too good to be true. I’ve worked my way through 5-ingredient ( naan bread ), 4-ingredient ( pita bread ), 2-ingredient ( sweet potato flatbread ), and now a ONE ingredient easy flatbread recipe....

Recipes › Breakfast Blueberry Baked Oatmeal By Samira Kazan updated August 13, 2024 Enjoy this blueberry baked oatmeal as a warm, comforting breakfast on busy mornings – prepare in no time at all and shove in the oven to cook to perfection! Plus, this vegan baked oatmeal is refined sugar-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free! I’ll admit that I probably eat oatmeal 2-3 times a week during winter, and blueberry oatmeal is one of my absolute faves....

Condiments Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce By Samira Kazan updated July 18, 2024 This homemade BBQ sauce will be a life-saver recipe this summer. It’s perfect for barbecues, cookouts, and parties – or just for drizzling over your favorite dish for a boost of flavor. It seems like everyone and their grandmother’s got a homemade BBQ sauce recipe that they claim is the best one. Some say it’s a secret ingredient, some say it’s the love that families pour into these recipes....

Soups Green Pea Soup By Samira Kazan published March 21, 2024 This creamy green pea soup is quick, easy, and delicious! You’ll love the fresh taste of spring and the convenience of using frozen vegetables. There is always time for a warming bowl of soup, and my latest obsession is this easy springtime soup. It’s a light but nutrient-dense green soup made with peas and zucchini. Its refreshing taste and healthful profile make it a great year-round option for a highly satisfying meal filled with plant-based protein and fiber....

Condiments Homemade Chamoy Sauce By Samira Kazan published March 05, 2025 Chamoy sauce is a tasty mix of sweet, tangy, spicy, and zesty flavors. In just 30 minutes, you can have this versatile Mexican favorite ready to drizzle on fruit, veggies, snacks, or drinks! What is Chamoy I’ve been hooked on this Mexican condiment for as long as I can remember—it’s one of my favorite flavors! Chamoy is a wild mix of sweet, tangy, salty, and spicy....

Recipes › DIYs How to Dry Green Onions By Samira Kazan updated January 17, 2024 How to dry green onions (scallions) with and without a dehydrator in just a few simple steps. Perfect for making slices, flakes, and green onion powder to enjoy all year round! I’ve already shown you how to grow green onions . But what do you do when you suddenly end up with an abundance of green onions and no way to use them all?...

Pantry How to make Homemade Brazil Nut Butter By Samira Kazan updated April 11, 2025 A delicious, Vegan one ingredient homemade Brazil nut butter recipe with flavoured Brazil nut butter options, and Brazil nut butter uses! Brazil nuts have always been a Christmas nut for me because that’s the time of year I eat them the most. I’m not sure why I don’t utilise them more to be honest since they are delicious....

Recipes › Appetizers Italian Heirloom Tomato Salad (Marinated Tomato Salad) By Samira Kazan updated June 27, 2024 This simple Italian heirloom tomato salad (Insalata di pomodori) combines ripe tomatoes with basil, oregano, and garlic-olive-oil dressing for a simple, flavor-packed appetizer or side . This marinated tomato salad requires just 7 ingredients and is gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, clean-eating, low-calorie, heart-healthy, and naturally vegan! If you’re looking for the ultimate simple salad to enjoy this summer, then give this Italian heirloom tomato salad a try!...

Beef Korean Ground Beef Recipe (10-Minute Dinner) By Samira Kazan published September 23, 2025 If you’re looking for something fast, full of flavor, and still nutritious, you need to try this korean ground beef recipe . I make it often when I need something quick but satisfying. The beef is sweet, salty, and just a little spicy, simmered in a glossy sauce that’s so good over jasmine rice . You can keep it simple, or add a few chopped veggies if you like....