Appetizers

What’s better than starting your meal with a healthy, yet scrumptious appetizer?🥟  Here you will find easy and quick-to-make appetizers, as well as plant-based appetizers, such as my colorful and delicious Beet Hummus and fried green tomatoes, as well as kid-friendly appetizers, such as my eggplant Parmesan bites and Banh Mi Sliders.

beet hummus served in a small white bowl, and some whole seed crackers on the side
Appetizers, Breakfast, Recipes, Snacks

Beet Hummus

The fabulous color & flavor of this beet hummus will amaze everyone at the table! It is delicious, so healthy, and easy to make. Beets are incredibly nutritious and with this recipe, you will easily trick your kids to eat beets too. Make a larger portion, and you will have a garnish or dip for […]

jalapeno black bean served with some onions and tomatoes on the top in a nice ceramic bowl with some green pepper on the side
Appetizers, Recipes, Snacks

Rick’s Black Bean Dip

Let me start by painting a picture. Consider the dread of yet another weekend party to attend, a gender reveal, a three-year old’s birthday party, or some other adulting obligation your spouse signed up for after a pitcher of mimosas at brunch. It doesn’t matter that you wanted to go fishing. You’re going to this […]

Red pepper coulis in a bowl close up
Appetizers, Garnishes, Recipes, Sides

Red Pepper Coulis

Can’t get enough of that roasted red pepper flavor that compliments hummus and other dishes so spectacularly? This red pepper coulis is the perfect dish enhancer for many different dishes! For those who don’t know, a coulis is a sauce made of puréed vegetables. Red Pepper Coulis – The Perfect Dish Enhancer There are a […]