Whether you’re a busy professional, a parent or retired person juggling a million tasks, or just someone who loves an easy healthy meal, canned beans should be your friend!
If you’re looking for a fast, refreshing dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious, this Marinated Cucumber Salad is perfect. With just a handful of ingredients—including crisp cucumbers, tangy rice vinegar, red onions, and a touch of Dijon mustard—this salad comes together quickly and the onion marinates in just 15 minutes!
There’s nothing quite like a bowl of homemade soup to bring warmth and nourishment to your day, and this Creamy Vegetable Kale Soup is the perfect blend of hearty and healthy. Packed with creamy potatoes, sweet carrots, flavorful broth, and vibrant kale, this dish is both satisfying and nutrient-dense plant-based soup.
I’ve found that having low-calorie, flavorful sauces, toppings, and dressings on hand is a game-changer for staying on track with my weight loss following Weight Watchers.
Plain steamed veggies or a simple baked potato instantly become more exciting with the right homemade healthy low calorie dressing or topping which helps make eating simple foods feel less like a chore.
The other day, I went out to a Chinese restaurant and ordered plain steamed broccoli, steamed bok choy, and steamed tofu— without any of their sauces- just plain - and boring.
Instead, I brought a small individualized container of my homemade low calorie peanut sauce (made with PB2, a no-fat peanut butter powder), and dipped my vegetables in it. It made all the difference. It was delicious, satisfying, and totally kept me on weight loss plan! ( I did it partially because I am dieting and partially because of my celiac concerns).
Regardless, my low calorie homemade sauce upped the game for me to make it a tastier meal without the added calories.
I also use this sauce with rice noodle vegetable wraps and it is delicious.
This recipe makes a small amount. Multiply the PB2, Hoisin sauce, and tamari sauce times 3 to make more sauce (add a little more water as needed) I estimate- the recipe is 2 points on WW.
Recipe for Low Calorie Peanut Sauce :
2 tablespoons of gluten-free peanut butter powder (PB2)
1 tablespoon of gluten-free hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons water
1 small individualized package of stevia (1/2 teaspoon)
1 tablespoon of tamari sauce (or GF soy sauce)
Directions:
Mix all of the ingredients together forming a pasty sauce. If too thick, add another tablespoon of water. Use on steamed vegetables.
Try some other sauces
Spicy Orange Sauce (link to the recipe)
Cilantro Lime Oil-Free Dressing (link to recipe)
OMG!!I am beyond excited to share this incredibly tasty dressing that completely transformed my cabbage slaw! It’s bright, zesty, and packed with fresh flavors. I simply shredded red and white cabbage, tossed it with a luscious carrot-ginger dressing, and finished it off with a generous sprinkle of freshly chopped mint.
And let me tell you—it tastes heavenly.
I love salads, but sometimes the usual dressings get a little… well, boring. This one? Total game-changer. It’s vibrant, refreshing, and adds the perfect kick to wake up your taste buds.
Versatile & Delicious
This dressing isn't just for slaw! I can totally see it drizzled over steamed veggies, mixed into a fresh tossed salad, or even used in wraps. I was inspired by a similar flavor that I’ve had at Chinese restaurants on their salad and decided to make my own—and wow, it did not disappoint.
Being vegan for me is more than just a way of eating—it’s a lifestyle rooted in awareness, health, and compassion. For me, it’s about making choices that nourish my body while also being thoughtful to the rest of the planet and all who live on it.
That’s why I love sharing plant-based recipes, hoping to inspire others to explore healthier, more intentional ways of eating. But I often wonder—does this resonate with you? Have you ever tried one of my recipes or thought about including more plant-based foods into your diet, even if you’re not vegan?
