Freckled Nose

A flavorful and nutritious salad featuring crispy roasted garbanzo beans, creamy avocados, and vibrant veggies, all tossed in a zesty lime and balsamic dressing.

Ingredients: 1 can 15 oz garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed. 1 tablespoon olive oil. 1 teaspoon ground cumin. 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika. Salt and pepper to taste. 2 ripe avocados, diced. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped. 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. Juice of 1 lime. 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar. Mixed salad greens for serving.

Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400F 200C. In a bowl, toss the drained garbanzo beans with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread the seasoned garbanzo beans on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden and crispy, stirring halfway through. In a large bowl, combine the roasted garbanzo beans with diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice and balsamic vinegar. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve the salad on a bed of mixed salad greens. Enjoy your delicious Roasted Garbanzo Bean and Avocado Salad!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Pork and Red Cabbage Skillet is a tasty one-pan dish made with apple, red cabbage, thinly sliced pork tenderloin, and fragrant spices.

Ingredients: 1 lb pork tenderloin, thinly sliced. 1 small head of red cabbage, shredded. 1 onion, thinly sliced. 2 apples, cored and sliced. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar. 1 teaspoon caraway seeds. Salt and black pepper, to taste. Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish.

Instructions: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add sliced pork tenderloin and cook until browned on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and minced garlic. Saut until the onions are softened. Add shredded red cabbage and sliced apples to the skillet. Cook until the cabbage is wilted and the apples are tender. Return the cooked pork tenderloin to the skillet. Pour balsamic vinegar over the ingredients. Sprinkle caraway seeds, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until everything is heated through and flavors meld. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. This Pork and Red Cabbage Skillet offers a delicious combination of savory pork, sweet apples, and the vibrant color of red cabbage, creating a quick and flavorful one-pan meal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

These vegan baked pumpkin chocolate chip doughnuts are moist, flavorful, and perfect for autumn. Made with pumpkin puree and warm spices, they are a delightful treat for vegans and non-vegans alike.

Ingredients: 1 cup pumpkin puree. 1/2 cup maple syrup. 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted. 1 tsp vanilla extract. 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour. 1 tsp baking powder. 1/2 tsp baking soda. 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon. 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg. 1/4 tsp ground ginger. 1/4 tsp salt. 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 350F 175C. Grease a doughnut pan. In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in the vegan chocolate chips. Transfer the batter into a piping bag or a ziplock bag with a corner snipped off. Pipe the batter into the prepared doughnut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the doughnuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

This Clean Citrus Grilled Chicken is bursting with fresh flavors from lemon and orange, making it a light and healthy dish perfect for clean eating.

Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts. 2 tbsp olive oil. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 tsp dried oregano. 1/2 tsp sea salt. 1/4 tsp black pepper. Zest and juice of 2 lemons. Zest and juice of 1 orange.

Instructions: In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, lemon zest, lemon juice, orange zest, and orange juice. Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and pour marinade over them. Seal the bag and massage marinade into chicken. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess marinade. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Serve hot and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes