by Rita Anthony | Mar 31, 2026 | Appetizers
Chickpea “Tuna” Lettuce Wraps (Light & Fresh) 1 can (15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed)1 –2 tbsp water (as needed for texture)1-2 T cashew cream (optional)1 tsp Dijon mustard1 tbsp fresh lemon juice1 celery stalk (finely chopped)2 tbsp red onion (finely...
by Rita Anthony | Mar 24, 2026 | Appetizers
Korean Gochujang Chickpeas 1 can (15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed)1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)1 tbsp maple syrup1 tsp rice vinegar1 –2 tbsp water (as needed)1 clove garlic (minced)1 tsp fresh ginger (grated) In a pan over...
by Rita Anthony | Mar 20, 2026 | Appetizers
Simple & Flavorful Black Bean Dip 1 can (15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed)1 –2 tbsp lime juice1 small garlic clove½ tsp cumin¼ tsp chili powder2 –4 tbsp water (to blend)Salt to taste (optional) Add everything to a blender or food processor and blend until...
by Rita Anthony | Mar 9, 2026 | Appetizers
Creamy White Bean Dip 1 can, 15 oz white beans (such as cannellini), drained and rinsed2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1 small clove garlic2 tablespoons nutritional yeast½ teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)¼ teaspoon black pepper3 –5 tablespoons water (as needed for...
by Rita Anthony | May 18, 2025 | Appetizers
Mexican Street Corn 1 1/2 cups frozen corn (thawed)1/2 cup raw cashews (either soaked overnight or soaked for 10 minutes in boiling water)1 tbsp nutritional yeast2 tbsp lime juice1/2 tsp chili powder1/4 tsp smoked paprikaSalt to taste1/4 cup water (more if...
by Rita Anthony | Mar 15, 2025 | Appetizers, Savory Saturday
Ingredients: 1 cup polenta (cornmeal) 3 cups water or vegetable broth ½ tsp salt ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp smoked paprika 2 tbsp nutritional yeast (optional, for a cheesy flavor) Fresh herbs for garnish (parsley, basil or chives) How to Make It: Bring water or broth...
