Creamy Vegan Buffalo Dip

Creamy Vegan Buffalo Dip:

2 cups cook organic quinoa

4 tablespoons organic buffalo sauce

1 cup organic almond milk

2 cups shredded organic vegan mozzarella

1/4 teaspoon organic garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon organic paprika 

1 organic cucumber, chopped

1 organic avocado (optional)

Cook quinoa as directed and measure out 2 cups cooked quinoa into a mixing bowl. Add the buffalo sauce to the quinoa and combine fully. 

In a small sauce pan over medium-low heat, bring the almond milk to a slow boil whisking in the garlic powder and paprika. Once warmed and lightly boiling, add the mozzarella and allow to simmer for 2-5 minutes, whisking continuously.

Finally, mix 6 tablespoons of the cream sauce into the quinoa throughly, top with chopped cucumber (the colder the better) and avocado and serve with your favorite organic tortilla chips!

Enjoy!

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Healthy Recipes for Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving can always be a tricky time to stay on track with your health goals or your healthy lifestyle, whether you're hosting a gathering or traveling to one. Here are some
of my favorite healthy recipes that can help you have both a flavorful,
fun thanksgiving, and remain on track as well!

If you're planning on having a heavier meal, here are some light appetizers you can easily make ahead of time to serve or bring with you:

      

Warmer finger foods are always fun as well. All of these wonton recipes are fun and healthy for everyone:

     

For the two taco wonton recipes above, you absolutely can't be without this Easy Avocado Dip:

And, finally, for some heartier appetizers, you'll want to check out these:

     

     

My family has always started Thanksgiving dinner with a traditional Italian tortellini soup. However, this light vegetarian seasonal soup would be a perfect start to any Thanksgiving meal. It's smooth and packed with flavor:

Here are some fun, healthy, and seasonal sides to include as well:

     

I hope this helps give you a few ideas as to what you can include in your Thanksgiving day, whether you swap out an older, less healthy recipe on your menu, or you simply bring along a healthier appetizer. For more recipes, you can check out the All Recipes tab, or check out my Pinboards for hundreds of different healthy recipes, especially Healthy Party Ideas.

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A Look Back: Top 3 Appetizers of the Year!

Buffalo Chicken Wontons

A fun, healthier alternative to the typically unhealthy buffalo options. Great to serve in the fall and winter at football parties and easy to freeze and save for later!

Easy Greek Salad 
Appetizer Bites

Refreshing app that's light and especially fun in the spring and summer! Easy and inexpensive to make as well!

Crispy Parmesan 

Zucchini Strips!

Fun and healthy alternative to things like mozzarella sticks. Great as a healthy after school snack, fun to serve at a party, or even as a side to your favorite pasta dish. Marinara dipping sauce recipe included as well!

Healthy Homemade Hot Sauce!

Homemade Buffalo Sauce Recipe:

10 organic Cayenne Peppers (176g for this recipe)

1 1/2 cups organic white vinegar 

3 organic garlic cloves, skin fully removed

1/2 tablespoon fresh squeezed lime juice

1/8 teaspoon sea salt

1/2 teaspoon organic paprika

1/2 bay leaf

Rinse and remove the tops from the peppers and place into a medium, non-reactive sauce pan (i.e. ceramic or stainless steel). Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low/medium-low, cover and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the peppers are soft and tender. 

Once peppers are soft add to a food processor, blender, or Vitamix and blend until smooth. If end result does not end in a smooth puree, strain through a fine sieve and discard any sediment it catches.

Return to sauce pan and simmer on low for another 15 minutes. 

Place in an airtight glass container and refrigerate overnight. 

While mine never lasts this long, it can save for about 5-6 months when refrigerated in airtight container, but always check for mold or signs or spoil before using. 

Nutrition Info (3 tablespoons):

40 calories, 1.9g fat, 0.4g saturated fat, 0g trans fat, 0mg cholesterol, 17.3mg sodium, 6.5g carbohydrates, 3g fiber, 1.1g sugar, 1.1g protein

      Use this sauce to make these 

       Buffalo Chicken Wontons!