Chickpea Rice Casserole with Curried Vegetables (gluten free, soy free and oil free)

Chickpea Rice Casserole with Curried Vegetables (gluten free, soy free and oil free)

I’m not sure why I’m just now getting into casseroles. I mean, I grew up in the midwest where casseroles are practically their own food group. Really, the idea is quite genius. You put a bunch of stuff in a pan, put it in the oven and forget about it while it bakes. Then, 30-60 minutes later you have a main course with little effort.

Crispy Oil Free Falafel (with oven and air fryer options)

Crispy Oil Free Falafel (with oven and air fryer options)

This falafel is vegan and gluten free and it’s crispy even though it is not fried! Holy crap, you guys, I finally got an air fryer. I’ve been hearing you all rave about them for years and I finally see what the fuss is about. You don’t need an air fryer to make this recipe (I’ve included conventional oven instructions) but it sure does an amazing job of crisping these little puppies right up.

Tabbouleh Inspired Quinoa Salad (with grain free, raw option)

Tabbouleh Inspired Quinoa Salad (with grain free, raw option)

I’ve always loved tabbouleh but I had to stop ordering it in restaurants many years ago when I stopped eating wheat. This tabbouleh inspired salad is great alternative to traditional tabbouleh (which is made with bulgar wheat). It is refreshing and lemony and the quinoa gives it a nice texture.

Instant Pot Wild Rice Soup

Instant Pot Wild Rice Soup

The snow is falling here in Utah and it’s finally starting to look like Winter. This means that I just want to stay inside, keep warm and eat soup…every day. I only recently started using the Instant Pot for soups and it’s been a major game changer. This wild rice soup comes together quickly and easily. You really just throw everything together and forget about it while it cooks. Then, 30 minutes later…SOUP!

Peanut Sauce (gluten free, soy free, vegan and oil free with easy options for anti-inflammatory and elimination diets)

Peanut Sauce (gluten free, soy free, vegan and oil free with easy options for anti-inflammatory and elimination diets)

Peanut sauce is so good. You can dip salad rolls or veggies in it or you can combine it with steamed or stir fried veggies and rice or noodles for an easy but amazing meal. This peanut sauce is gluten free, soy free, oil free and free of refined sugar. But, wait…there’s more. With a couple easy alterations, this sauce is suitable for those following an anti-inflammatory or elimination diet. This may not seem like a big deal. However, if you are following these diets you know that finding an easy, delicious sauce to add to your meal rotation is a big deal.

Lemon Tahini Kale Chips (Raw, Gluten Free, Soy Free and Oil Free)

Lemon Tahini Kale Chips (Raw, Gluten Free, Soy Free and Oil Free)

You already know that I love snacks. Kale chips are a favorite. Like these kale chips, this recipe is raw, gluten free, soy free and oil free. These lemon tahini snacks are a great option for you if you are avoiding nuts.

Vegan meatballs (soy free, gluten free and oil free)

Vegan meatballs (soy free, gluten free and oil free)

Served here on gluten free pasta, these meatballs are packed with protein and flavor. You can make them in advance and freeze them for easy future meals and can even crumble them for an easy whole food based “meat” substitute.