This rich and nutritious chocolate banana smoothie is spiced with cinnamon and cayenne for a little kick.

Strawberries roasted on top a mozzarella and goat cheese pizza, topped with fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic reduction. SO good.

Sweet potato and black bean veggie burgers. Vegan and gluten free, simple and delicious!

Fresh Tex-Mex omelet stuffed with black beans, smashed tortilla chips and cheese, topped with homemade roasted cherry tomato salsa.

Fresh pea pesto made with cashews and mint. Served here with brown arborio rice and radishes (other suggestions provided).

A very green pasta dish bursting with spring flavors, including peas, asparagus and fresh herbs.

Chai ice cream made with coconut milk, honey and spices. It’s like a frozen chai latte! Dairy-free and egg-free.

Thinly sliced brussel sprouts and toasted almonds lend slaw-like crunch to this raw kale salad with creamy tahini-maple dressing.

Orange poppy seed pound cake cheers up chilly days. Made with whole wheat flour, olive oil and yogurt, this cake is healthier than most.

A very green salad with roasted broccoli, brussels sprouts, arugula, black lentils and a lemony vinaigrette.

Hearty vegetarian “meatballs” with just the right amount of spice. Serve with ample marinara sauce or pesto.

Creamy and comforting, spicy vegan West African soup. Made with pantry staples and collard greens.

Hearty banana coconut bread with your favorite trail mix add-ins. This substantial snack is made with whole grains.

Irresistible spiced granola with the flavors of gingerbread, including molasses, ginger and cinnamon.

Irresistibly salty-spicy-sweet rosemary roasted nuts. A perfect, healthy snack for the Super Bowl!

Irresistible gourmet, vegetarian nachos made with blue corn chips and a colorful assortment of vegetables. Serve with radish guacamole.

Grapefruit halves topped with a sprinkle of brown sugar and broiled make a beautiful winter brunch.

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Vegetarian fajitas featuring poblano peppers and steak-like portobello mushroom strips with chimichurri-inspired avocado sauce.

Fluffy whole wheat gingerbread pancakes topped with orange zest-laced cream cheese. An easy, comforting pancake for winter mornings.

A beautiful frittata full of sweet potatoes, baby spinach and goat cheese. Don’t limit this to breakfast!

Hearty, vegetarian black bean enchiladas smothered in a simple roasted red pepper sauce. Top with avocado for an easy dinner.