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Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

By Nina Joy October 26, 2020 0 1 m read

Sometimes the simple things like a good crispy potato bring me just as much joy as a 3 hour braised short rib! These roasted fingerling potatoes are just the perfect side dish to any meal and foolproof to make!

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Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars (Dairy-Free)

By Nina Joy October 21, 2020 0 2 m read

These were SO good I kept forgetting they were dairy-free and made from a tofu based cream cheese..! And they received rave reviews from everyone who tried these (because I had to share them so I didn’t eat them all). Please see my notes for a vegan option as well.

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Cast Iron Vegan Pizza

By Nina Joy October 5, 2020April 21, 2021 0 2 m read

Let me start off by saying if you’re vegan or dairy-free and you LOVE and MISS pizza as much as I do on the regular.. then you HAVE to try this recipe! Secondly, and very importantly, you can 100000% use this recipe to make any “regular” pizza you want by just swapping out the toppings. …

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Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

By Nina Joy October 5, 2020 0 1 m read

If you like cherry tomatoes then prepare to be OBSESSED with them after roasting them in some olive oil, salt and pepper until they begin to burst (literally) with flavor…!

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Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta

By Nina Joy September 14, 2020 0 1 m read

How could you possibly make a great bruschetta even better? Using the BEST tomatoes possible.. which for me are heirloom tomatoes from my local farmer’s market. And why not use beautiful yellow ones for an even more unique version of this classic appetizer! And by appetizer I mean I totally so many that it qualified …

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Vegan In-N-Out Fries

By Nina Joy August 19, 2020 0 1 m read

If you’ve been to In-N-Out then I don’t have to tell you how amazing the combination of their special sauce with their caramelized onions on either their burger or fries! Well I was craving them randomly and decided to recreate it at home (and make it vegan with the use of non-dairy cheese BUT feel …

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Vegan Chorizo & Mozzarella Pizza

By Nina Joy July 24, 2020April 21, 2021 0 2 m read

I’ve been working hard on perfecting my Vegan Mozzarella cheese and finally posted it a few weeks ago! Now it’s time to make recipes around it because for anyone who has a lactose intolerance, sensitivity, or is vegan.. this homemade (easy to make in just 15 minutes) mozzarella cheese is BEYOND better than …

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Vegan Blueberry Muffins

By Nina Joy July 9, 2020July 10, 2020 2 2 m read

These muffins are so fluffy and filled with delicious pockets of fresh blueberries that when eaten warm are just delightful! Oh, and yes, they are totally vegan!

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Rich Chocolate Cream Pie (Vegan)

By Nina Joy July 2, 2020 0 2 m read

I’ve been really craving a rich, creamy, chocolate cream pie that is not only dairy-free and vegan but that does NOT use tofu… which I’m sure works given how many people have posted about it.. but I think for many people this might be hard to mentally move past! SO I bring you this amazing …

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Vegan Mozzarella Cheese

By Nina Joy June 30, 2020April 21, 2021 0 2 m read

There are a lot of great sliced vegan cheese options in the grocery stores nowadays (especially at Whole Foods or specialty stores) BUT I will say that I have yet to find a great vegan mozzarella option. Sliced, shredded or stretchy. Miyokos does make a fairly good product that melts very well in a lasagna, …

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Vegan Pina Colada Loaf

By Nina Joy May 21, 2020 0 2 m read

This recipe has been graciously shared with me by my friends over at NYC’s Red Gate Bakery which makes some really delicious homemade treats like homemade oreos, toffee cookies, and my personal favorite, their “Vegan Vacation Loaf” that I renamed the Pina Colada loaf because that’s what it reminds me of with all …

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Vegan Caesar Salad

By Nina Joy May 15, 2020 0 2 m read

I used to LOVE Caesar salads growing up and always ordered one as an appetizer at restaurants… until I grew up and looked at how many calories are in the dressing and I (almost) never went back! But now I’ve perfected a vegan caesar dressing that is so much healthier and dairy-free! And let’s not …

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Vegan Ceasar Dressing

By Nina Joy April 29, 2020 0 1 m read

Caesar salad used to be one of my favorite things to order growing up.. until I grew up and learned how incredibly unhealthy caesar dressing is! So I was determined to find a way to still enjoy this salad and its dressing but in a healthier way and this dressing is definitely IT …

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Caramelized Banana Oatmeal

By Nina Joy April 20, 2020 0 1 m read

If you’ve never had caramelized bananas before OH MY does it bring out the flavor of the bananas and make them sweeter! And I’ve figured out how to do it with just two ingredients and a bit healthier by using coconut oil and maple syrup!

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Dalgona Coffee

By Nina Joy April 10, 2020May 6, 2020 0 2 m read

Well, some fads are a fad for a reason… because they are AWESOME. And this Dalgona coffee is absolutely one of them. Basically, making this delicious frothy coffee makes you feel like you’re a trained barista.

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Everything Bagel Vegan Cheese Shells

By Nina Joy April 6, 2020 0 2 m read

This takes one of my absolute FAVORITE recipes (my vegan mac and cheese) and adds large shell pasta, more shredded vegan cheese and everything bagel seasoning.. yum!

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Quick Oats

By Nina Joy March 22, 2020 0 1 m read

Unlike overnight oats, these quick oats are ready in an hour! Make in the morning before you head off to work or just wait patiently for an hour at home to enjoy a bowl with your favorite toppings.

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Peanut Butter Acai Bowl

By Nina Joy March 6, 2020March 19, 2020 0 1 m read

Nothing makes my day more than starting it off with a healthy smoothie bowl! I wish I had time to make this for myself every day 🙂

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Chocolate PB Cookie Balls

By Nina Joy February 29, 2020March 19, 2020 0 1 m read

I wanted to make a chocolate version of my go-to chocolate chip oatmeal cookie balls that I love having in the fridge for a quick snack to tide me over to my next meal, so here it is!

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Spicy Red Pepper Pasta

By Nina Joy February 22, 2020April 7, 2020 0 2 m read

I couldn’t believe myself how easy and full of flavor this pasta was to put together! I had the idea of blending in roasted red peppers with a jar of pasta sauce to make an easy, elevated pasta sauce at home and added in some other simple ingredients that really took this to the next …

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Spicy Mint Pea Soup

By Nina Joy January 19, 2020March 19, 2020 1 m read

Take your pea soup to the next level! This pea soup is not like your grandmother’s. It’s spicy and creamy with hints of mint and garlic. Perfect with a garlic bread or a great baguette!

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Chocolate Cherry Smoothie

By Nina Joy January 11, 2020March 19, 2020 0 1 m read

If you’ve ever had a black forest cake… that’s where I got the inspiration for this MUCH healthier smoothie version but not any less flavorful!

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Vegan Carrot Cake Cupcakes

By Nina Joy December 3, 2019March 19, 2020 0 2 m read

I’ve been watching a LOT of Great British Baking Show on Netflix recently and have been quite inspired to get my baking on. I was craving a moist carrot cake with a buttercream frosting… but I also wanted to experiment with making it dairy free and vegan. NAILED IT!

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“Cheesy” Roasted Broccoli

By Nina Joy November 20, 2019March 19, 2020 0 1 m read

Cheesy is in quotes because this is dairy-free roasted broccoli but I add my secret ingredient to mimic that cheese flavor.. read more to find out what it is 🙂

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Dairy Free Spinach Artichoke Dip

By Nina Joy November 12, 2019March 19, 2020 0 2 m read

I had to make one of my party-favorites into a dairy-free and vegan version for myself and for my other dairy-sensitive friends! As I quote my friend who tried it, “wait, this doesn’t have any dairy in it?” with a perplexed face. Well… I nailed it.

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Dairy Free Mashed Potatoes

By Nina Joy October 22, 2019November 25, 2020 0 2 m read

I actually made these for my family this past year for Thanksgiving and let me tell you… not a single person knew that this wasn’t made with real milk or butter!

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Blackberry Raspberry Nice Cream

By Nina Joy October 12, 2019March 19, 2020 0 2 m read

Why is this called “nice cream” and not “ice cream”? It’s because the base is made entirely of frozen bananas so no cream or sugar so you can eat this guilt free!

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Chocolate Chip Cookies (Dairy Free, GF/Vegan Option)

By Nina Joy September 10, 2019September 22, 2022 0 2 m read

I swear on everything I love that you would have no idea these are dairy free! I’ve tricked many a people so far while recipe testing these. And after recently tweaking this recipe my Mom has given her feedback as, “this is the best cookie I’ve ever had in my life”. So there you have …

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Skillet Cornbread with Honey Jalapeno Butter

By Nina Joy September 4, 2019March 19, 2020 0 2 m read

If you didn’t grow up eating cornbread then I’m so sorry… but it’s never too late to let yourself indulge in this truly ultimate comfort food!

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Summer Corn Fettuccine

By Nina Joy August 27, 2019March 19, 2020 1 2 m read

Is there anything better than fresh corn on the cob in the summer time? Okay, MAYBE summer tomatoes but it’s a very close tie for me. So I wanted to make sure I make a dish highlighting summer corn and this is definitely a winner!

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Peach Crisp

By Nina Joy August 21, 2019March 19, 2020 0 2 m read

I love going to the farmers market whenever I get a chance, especially when I’m just looking for some cooking inspiration and this time I got it from these deliciously ripe and sweet peaches from the Union Square Greenmarket… so I made this “can’t stop eating it” peach crisp!

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Chocolate Banana Oatmeal

By Nina Joy June 25, 2019March 19, 2020 0 1 m read

This recipe is one that I make often for myself at home or bring to the office for breakfast! It’s easy to make and can be made as overnight oats. too!

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Everything Bagel Dip

By Nina Joy June 13, 2019March 19, 2020 0 1 m read

Growing up in New Jersey, bagels were a pretty essential part of the weekends for me and my family. There was nothing like my Dad bringing home fresh, warm bagels on a Sunday! And now that I live in NYC where you can’t go a few blocks without stumbling upon a bagel or deli shop. …

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Eggplant Lasagna (Dairy-Free)

By Nina Joy May 12, 2019March 19, 2020 0 2 m read

I was really craving some Italian home cooking but am still trying to get my summer body going on (struggles…!) so I decided to make this classic dish healthier…

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Guacamole

By Nina Joy May 3, 2019March 19, 2020 0 2 m read

I’ve been making guacamole for years and it just dawned on me to share it with you all! I was probably subconsciously triggered by the upcoming Cinco de Mayo 🙂

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Spicy Lo Mein

By Nina Joy March 3, 2019May 11, 2020 0 2 m read

I’ve been on a mini Asian-inspired cooking streak lately (see Pork & Chive Dumplings) so keeping it going with this really quick and easy lo mein dish! My favorite part is that you can adjust the spiciness on this dish really easily and make it not spicy at all to “I need …

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Dutch Oven Bread

By Nina Joy February 25, 2019March 19, 2020 2 2 m read

Spoiler alert: I’ve never made bread before. Never seen bread made before in my presence. This was my first attempt at making bread at home… so I’m basking in the glory of this beautiful loaf. And you can, and should, too!

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Banana Bread (Dairy-Free)

By Nina Joy February 18, 2019March 19, 2020 0 2 m read

I tested this recipe out four times before it was absolutely perfect! Dare I say it’s better than any other I’ve tried..!? Yes, you MUST make this.

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Vegan Pesto

By Nina Joy December 18, 2018March 19, 2020 1 m read

Growing up with an Italian mother, pesto has always had a special place in my heart (and stomach)! I’m very particular about my pesto and either make it from scratch or there’s 1-2 brands that I will buy pre-made. Some of you may know this, but I try to keep dairy-free at home since I …

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Cranberry Sauce

By Nina Joy November 12, 2018March 19, 2020 1 m read

This isn’t just any cranberry sauce… it’s the one I grew up with every year at Thanksgiving thanks to my Mom! I might be biased, but to me, this is the best version I’ve ever tasted! It’s more on the tart side than sweet because she doesn’t use as much sugar as most recipes call …

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Cheese Flavored Vegan Fries

By Nina Joy October 3, 2018March 19, 2020 2 m read

I was really craving some hand-cut french fries but I try my hardest to keep my apartment dairy-free–since I am sensitive to dairy and only indulge when I’m out at restaurants–and I wanted to make them taste like cheese fries. The trick? Nutritional yeast!

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Vegan Mac and Cheese

By Nina Joy September 5, 2018October 1, 2020 2 m read

This is easily one of my favorite things to make… and the best part? It feels totally guilt-free because the base is made with roasted butternut squash and there’s no cheese or milk in it!

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Jackfruit Pizza

By Nina Joy August 14, 2018March 19, 2020 2 m read

If you’re wondering what jackfruit is, don’t worry I was wondering
the same thing just a few months ago!

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Chocolate Oatmeal

By Nina Joy August 1, 2018January 6, 2022 1 m read

I make oatmeal for breakfast pretty regularly, so I decided to switch it up a bit and make a chocolate one!

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Vegan Chocolate Cake + Matcha Frosting

By Nina Joy July 23, 2018January 6, 2022 2 m read

This dessert really impressed my family—and myself!

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Spicy Olive Pasta

By Nina Joy July 3, 2018March 19, 2020 2 m read

I’m excited to put this recipe on my blog because I grew up with this as a staple dinner in my house!

Growing up, my Mom cooked almost every night…but every once in a while my Dad would step in and take over and this is one of the meals he …

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Green Smoothie Bowl

By Nina Joy June 25, 2018January 6, 2022 1 m read

No better way to start the day than with a healthy green smoothie bowl packed with healthy ingredients!

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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Balls

By Nina Joy May 14, 2018April 21, 2021 1 m read

I think this might be my new favorite recipe! I’ve already made them three times in one month!

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Pitaya Bowl

By Nina Joy April 11, 2018March 19, 2020 1 m read

I’ve been behind on this trend… but I’m finally on it and I’m LOVING it!

First and foremost… Pitaya is just Dragon Fruit! There are two types of Dragon Fruit: ones with a white inside and ones with a bright pink inside. Pitaya bowls use the pink version, giving it that beautiful, …

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Dairy-Free Rigatoni Pie

By Nina Joy March 12, 2018March 19, 2020 2 m read

I love this dish so much I’ve already made it three times in just two weeks!

I just love the presentation on this dish and the fact that it also tastes amazing is the cherry on top!

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Overnight Oats with Berry Compote

By Nina Joy January 22, 2017March 19, 2020 1 m read

I started making overnight oats recently after wanting to both save some money by taking breakfast to work and to have a healthy start to the day!

These oats are so tasty on their own, and absurdly easy to make, but the berry compote just makes for a delicious addition!

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Vegan Cheese Fries

By Nina Joy January 10, 2017March 19, 2020 2 m read

Trying to stay away from dairy after all that cheese and desserts over the holidays? Don’t worry, these dairy-free, vegan cheese fries will make your head turn and say, “what? There’s no dairy in this?”

I know post-holiday’s are tough for a lot of us as we try to ween …

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Chia Seed Pudding

By Nina Joy October 9, 2016March 19, 2020 2 m read

I love putting these together before going to bed and taking it with me in the morning for a healthy and tasty breakfast at work!

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Chocolate Banana Mousse Smoothie

By Nina Joy July 19, 2016April 22, 2022 1 m read

I’ve been working on perfecting this for a while and finally nailed it! This is a really tasty smoothie that somehow feels like it’s not healthy, but I assure you it only has the good stuff in it…

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Cauliflower Fried Rice

By Nina Joy June 1, 2016March 19, 2020 2 m read

Who doesn’t love fried rice? Well, it just got healthier and in my opinion, easier to make!

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Acai Berry Bowl

By Nina Joy May 26, 2016March 19, 2020 1 m read

I was inspired after seeing these beautiful, edible flowers at the grocery store!

I just love starting my morning with one of these Acai smoothie bowls or even having one for lunch if I know I’m having a big dinner, so with all the eating out and cooking I’ve been doing…I’ve been …

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Paprika Roasted Potatoes

By Nina Joy April 26, 2016March 19, 2020 1 m read

One of my favorite side dishes…easy to throw together and kicks with flavor! If you have a mandolin slicer, this dish can be put together in under 5 minutes.

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Acai Smoothie Bowl

By Nina Joy March 30, 2016March 19, 2020 1 m read

I really worked on this recipe for 2 solid weeks so I’m excited to finally get it together and share with you all!

If you follow any other food blogs I’m sure you’ve seen these all over the place. At first, I thought “how silly…to eat a smoothie with a spoon …

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Beet Hummus

By Nina Joy February 6, 2016March 19, 2020 1 m read

If you’ve never made hummus at home you should absolutely try this recipe so you realize just how easy and inexpensive it is to make your own hummus! Perfect for a party (cough cough Super Bowl) or just as a snack for yourself!

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