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Maple Roasted Sweet Potato with Brussel Sprouts & Cranberry Sauce | Thanksgiving Leftover Recipe

November 24, 2018 by healthienut Leave a Comment

It’s a few days after thanksgiving and I am sure your fridge is still stocked with leftovers. I’ve got bags of stuffing, mushroom gravy, brussel sprout salad, mashed potatoes, and more. That only means I have the ability to get creative in the kitchen with making leftover recipes!

I had a bunch of leftover brussel sprouts, toasted pecans, and cranberry sauce, so I utilized that and created this simple, yet delicious creation. A maple and balsamic laced sweet potato stuffed with balsamic roasted brussel sprouts, juicy cranberries, toasted pecans and topped with a tart cranberry sauce. The medley of these flavors is spot on.

Of course you may not have all the leftover food that I had to create this recipe, but any leftover roasted veggies will work to replace the brussel sprouts!

The way that you eat this recipe does count. Make sure to get in a peice of the sweet potato skin and flesh, a brussel sprout, pecan, and a bit of the cranberry dressing. You will thank me later! …

Baked Mushroom Risotto with Rosemary & Dried Cranberries

November 13, 2018 by healthienut Leave a Comment

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and that only means new hearty and delicious recipes. Mushrooms, cranberries, and rosemary always call my name around this time of year. The flavors mend so well together and it always results in a crowd loving dish at the dinner table.

This mushroom risotto is incredibly creamy and lucious. Embedded with soft chewy chunks of dried cranberries and sun dried tomatoes. Flavored with fresh rosemary and homemade cream of mushroom soup. This will be the perfect side dish during your thanksgiving meal.

Believe it or not this is my first time making risotto. I was a bit intimated, but I swear that baking your risotto will not only save you a lot of patience, but will not cause you to sacrifice flavor.

Feel free to substitute various dried fruits, add nuts, or other fresh herbs like parsley. It is your thanksgiving meal, get creative!

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15-minute Cumin-spiced Black Bean Tacos

November 8, 2018 by healthienut Leave a Comment

Sometimes all you’re craving is a simple, no-fuss, healthy meal. I have had my fair share of having no energy to want to cook dinner and having minimal ingredients in my kitchen. However, you don’t need to sacrific taste when cooking an easy and fast meal.

These cumin-spiced black bean tacos are packed with flavor, texture, and nutrients. Great kick of protein from the black beans, healthy fats from the avocado and dressing, and variety of vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, such as vitamin K, potassium, and fiber.

Black bean tacos are always my go-to when I am feeling lazy in the kitchen. Simply heat up some beans with some spices, saute your favorite vegetables, and top with a flavorful dressing!

My absolute favorite dressing right now is the Green Goddess Dressing from trader joes. It’s filled with simple, wholesome ingredients and is packed with flavor. …

30-Minute Instant Pot Lentil Soup

October 13, 2018 by healthienut Leave a Comment

There’s nothing more comfortable than a warm bowl of soup during these cold months. Grab your favorite fresh bread and dig into this creamy lentil soup and I am sure you will forget about those freezing cold temperatures.

This super creamy lentil soup is packed with flavors, aromas, and only takes at most 30-minutes to make. Spiced with whole cumin seeds and coriander…there really is no perfect warming spices for this soup. Topped with crunchy sprouts, red pepper flakes for a bit of spice, white sesame seeds, and a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten it up.

If you don’t have an instant pot I highly recommend you to invest in one. Especially if you are a college student. Not only will it save you from buying a bunch of pots/pans, but it takes significantly less time to cook your meals. If I were to make this lentil soup on a stovetop it would have taken an hour opposed to 15 min. to cook. Crazy right?

Simple saute a few vegetables, and toast the cumin seeds. Pour in the lentils. Add the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and broth. Put on high pressure and cook for 15 minutes…yes I said only 15 minutes. Viola you have a perfect lentil soup!

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Vegan Instant Pot Ramen

October 1, 2018 by healthienut Leave a Comment

I hope you’re not getting tired of college and dorm-friendly recipes, but they can also be useful to anyone who just wants to a follow a simple, no-stress recipe!

This ramen is extremely tasty and only requires an instant pot and 30 min. of your time. No big mess, minimal ingredients, and cheap. With a flavorful broth, crispy tofu, and crunchy toppings this will sure satisfy your taste buds.

This recipe is…

Easy
Simple
Cheap
Dorm & College-friendly
100% vegan
Healthy
One-pot friendly

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Creamy Butternut Squash & Roasted Tomato Pasta

September 21, 2018 by healthienut 2 Comments

As fall is approaching more squash recipes will be starting to make an appearance. From acorn to delicata to butternut squash they all have many uses. Throw them in soups, bisques, sauces, stews, or simply roast them up.

I started off by roasting mine up with some warming spices then adding them to a blender along with blistered roasted tomatoes, fresh herbs, spices, and a bit more ingredients. The result? An ultra creamy and rich pasta sauce.

Want to know a secret? Well maybe it’s not so much a secret anymore.

This sauce can create many recipes. Add a bit more liquid and enjoy it as a bisque or thick soup. Keep it thick and dip fresh bread into it. Or keep it as it is and toss it in some pasta noodles. It’s truly the perfect fall recipe….