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.

Bruschetta served with balsamico and cherry tomatoes on the white plate
Appetizers, Recipes, Snacks

Bruschetta

Who likes an appetizer of fresh bruschetta!? This recipe is fairly simple, yet will impress everyone at the table and make any dinner fancy. I’ve had so many cherry tomatoes in my garden, it’s been a challenge to keep up.  I’ve also made the Balsamic reduction completely sugar-free – sugar is really unnecessary with the […]

Glass bowl full of kale apple beet coleslaw
Appetizers, Recipes, Salads, Sides

Kale Apple Beet Coleslaw

This kale apple coleslaw (with an optional addition of beets) is a creative twist on traditional coleslaw, with a sweet and tart flavor combination. It is much lighter than traditional coleslaw and very nutritious! This beautiful and tasty salad, will not only enrich your body with vitamins but will also enrich all of your senses. […]

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 […]