Ingredients 15 oz. can pinto beans 15 oz. cans black beans 1 cup organic corn (Can or frozen, thawed) 2 bell peppers (Different colors), chopped 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped 3 Roma tomatoes, diced 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped 1/2-1 jalapeño, diced 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup Apple cider vinegar Juice of 1 lime […]
Author: Bella Mia Vita by Amanda
Plant-based cook, dog mom, fitness and wine lover
Quinoa Tabbouleh
Ingredients 1 cup quinoa, cooked 1 cup parsley, chopped 1/2 cup arugula, chopped 1 red onion, chopped 1 medium tomato*, chopped peel of 1/2 lemon**, grated 1/2 lemon, juice of 1 tbsp olive oil salt to taste black pepper Directions Combine all ingredients and enjoy!
Spiced Chickpeas
Want the taste of falafel without the work? I got you! These chickpeas taste identical to a traditional falafel. Put them in a wrap with greens and veggies or atop a salad. Ingredients: 🌱2 cans of chickpeas, drained and rinsed🌱2 tablespoons of lemon juice🌱1 teaspoon of maple syrup🌱1 teaspoon of soy sauce🌱2 teaspoons of paprika🌱2 […]
Lemon Rosemary White Bean Orzo Soup
Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil or 1/4 cupwater 1 small onion, diced 3 large carrots, sliced or diced 2 stalks celery, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon each dried thyme + rosemary 3 cans (15oz) white beans(cannellini, great northern or chickpeas), drained and rinsed (or 16 […]
Tomato and Fennel Soup
This tomato and fennel soup is a delicious soup for anytime of year. I served mine with a side of grilled “cheese” made with sourdough bread and vegan Gouda cheese. You can also serve alongside a toasted baguette or side salad. Olive oil 1 red onion, peeled and chopped 1 garlic clove, peeled and chopped […]
Buffalo Chickpea Wrap
Prep time: 10 minutes This is one of my favorite go to lunches since it’s so easy to whip together. The recipe below yields about 2 servings: ▪️1 can of garbanzo beans/chickpeas▪️ 1/4 cup of hummus▪️1/2 cup of your favorite buffalo sauce (you can add more to taste)▪️1/2 of a green pepper (or your favorite […]
Jackfruit Tacos
You guys, after I learned how to actually make jackfruit taste good, I can’t stop eating it! If you haven’t tried it, it’s a must if you are plant based or plant curious! I get jackfruit in a can from Trader Joe’s… a whole jack fruit is like the size of a small child and […]
Buffalo Cauliflower
Breaded buffalo cauliflower is a perfect appetizer for a Sunday football game or when entertaining a group. I served these with giardiniera on top, but if you’re not plant-based, these would be great with blue cheese or ranch dressing. 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets, steamed 1.5 cups of your favorite buffalo hot sauce […]
Smoothie Bowl
This is the perfect post workout breakfast or when you just need a big bowl of deliciousness! It’s any easy way to get your fruit in for the day, too! 🌱1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, plus more if needed🌱1/2 frozen banana🌱1/2 cup of frozen berries🌱1 (3.5 oz) packer of frozen açaí pure (I get mine […]
Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip
This is a warm, creamy and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion and is super easy to make! No sour cream or processed cheeses, just simple whole food plant based ingredients. 1.5 cups of raw cashews, soaked 2-4 tablespoons nutritional yeast 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon salt […]
