Tag: MEATLESS

Cheesy Broccoli Frittata

Cheesy Broccoli Frittata

This cheesy broccoli frittata or as I like to call it a low-carb oven-baked delight is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that fits perfectly into a low-carb lifestyle.  Not only is it wonderful on its own, but I love pairing it with air-fried sausages, read more

Homemade Cheese Pastry

Homemade Cheese Pastry

Aka SIRNICA Homemade Cheese Pastry, also known as “Sirnica” in Southeastern Europe, is a beloved delicacy and one of my personal favorites alongside beef burek. Its popularity in the region speaks volumes about its taste and irresistible appeal. One of the key ingredients of this read more

Watermelon, Cucumber, and Feta Salad

Watermelon, Cucumber, and Feta Salad

 

Watermelon, Cucumber, and Feta Salad

Don’t you just love refreshing salad? I love salads and eat them all year round, but I know this one is by far the most unique one. Do not discard it, please!

I know you are probably looking at these pictures and saying how would this even work, or it looks disgusting, but trust me it does work and it is pretty good. It is not the most filling salad, but it’s so pretty and refreshing as well. Sometimes we need to step out of our comfort zone and try something new.

To be honest, this is not a new recipe. You may find it in Mediterranean cookbooks and all over the internet, however, I wanted to add my own twists.

More amazingly delicious and meatless salads 

Watermelon, Cucumber, and Feta Salad

It will be most definitely served the whole summer long because I love watermelon, and I love the taste of sweet and savory flavors. Also, I added a generous squeeze of fresh lemon and a drizzle of olive oil.

I loved it!

Well, I am just thinking what else should I add to it; arugula, cherry tomatoes, perhaps a radish would go well too. I am not sure just yet, but I will be experimenting.

My family ate it but they were skeptical, however, everything was gone from their plates. It was B+ from them, and I was happy to hear. They are hard to please sometimes, especially if a dish is out of their comfort zone!

SALAD

Anyway, I feel like this would be perfectly served with teriyaki salmon or chicken, but if you want to keep it vegetarian my amazing grilled tofu is a fantastic replacement.

If you by any chance make it or try it please let me know. You can tag me on INSTAGRAM @sandraseasycooking using hashtag #sandraseasycooking. I would love to see your tasty creations. Thank you so much for your love and support.

 

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Yield: 2

Watermelon, Cucumber, and Feta Salad

Watermelon, Cucumber, and Feta Salad

Easy and refreshing recipe for summer Watermelon, Cucumber and Feta Salad

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of cubed melon ( 1 cup per serving)
  • 2 mini cucumbers (you may use Eng. cucumber)
  • Pinch of salt and pepper, or to taste
  • Springle of fresh mint (You may also use fresh basil)
  • Springle of fresh lemon thyme (if you have it add this herb, if not just omit)
  • drizzle of olive oil, any on hand but EVOO is the best for salads
  • 1/2-1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Add everything except for feta in a large bowl and toss.
  2. Sprinkle with feta cheese. I didn't use crumbled version, but I did crumble it myself.
  3. Add to plate and enjoy!

Notes

Watermelon and cucumber work so well together. I feel like fresh mozzarella might work with this recipe too.

You can even grill watermelon slices before cutting them into cubes which would make this salad better.

If you by any chance have sriracha salt, please add that salt instead of any other. It gives you that extra kick.

Feta is salty so add enough salt to please your taste buds, but not too much.

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Homemade Pierogi

Homemade Pierogi

I love Pierogi probably my whole life, but homemade pierogi is entirely something different. Well, not really, but it’s homemade and they feel so much more special. You put so much love in making them so they should feel special, right? There are not many read more

Air Fryer Mushroom and Cheese Taquitos

Air Fryer Mushroom and Cheese Taquitos

    An air fryer is one of my favorite kitchen appliances, so I thought to use Mission® Tortillas and create these simple vegetarian air fryer mushroom and cheese taquitos.   Don’t you just love the way these taquitos look?   Not only are you read more

Weekend Breakfast Board

Weekend Breakfast Board

Weekend Breakfast Board
Weekend Breakfast Board

This post is sponsored by Pure Farmland™. The opinions and text are all mine.

Don’t you just love a big and beautiful breakfast board? I am telling you if you make it, it is a feast for the eyes!

 

We have these almost every weekend, and my family loves it.

What if I told you that everything on my table is plant-based? Even the sausage patties!

 

My family and I enjoy plant-based meals at least a few times a week. I started with this a few years ago.

 

I feel like making a couple of meals a week without any animal products is an excellent idea, and I can see that my family and my followers appreciate that too.

 

Weekend Breakfast Board Recipe

Anyways, I purchased Pure Farmland™ Savory Original and Maple Plant-Based Breakfast Patties at Publix in the frozen aisle along with other plant-based proteins.

 

These are wholesome, gluten and dairy-free, non-GMO, made with all-natural ingredients, plus they are most certainly a good source of protein. 

 

Fun facts about this product, they are proudly crafted in the USA, and their packaging trays are made from more than 50% recycled material.

 

I am more of a savory type of person, so I love original Pure Farmland Plant-Based Breakfast Patties, and my boys really enjoy the maple. The original has this savory and spicy mix, which I love, but honestly, I think both varieties are delicious.

Plant based meal

 

Regardless, these patties tasted absolutely delicious. I can see myself prepping a tofu scramble and making a vegan breakfast quesadilla in my near future.

The fact is, there are so many different things that you could make using Pure Farmland Plant-Based Breakfast Patties and their meatballs as well.

 

Even if you are not vegetarian, I have a strong feeling that you will like these. Take it from my family and me!

 

What do you think of my unique and tasty plant-based weekend breakfast board?

 

There is something for everyone!

 

I have here tasty chocolate waffles, blueberry and chocolate chip pancakes, and fresh fruit such as bananas, berries, and citrus are always a great idea to add-on to your breakfast board, spreads, and syrups. You can add beverages such as tea, coffee, smoothies, and juice of your choice.

 

Didn’t I tell you it is a feast for your eyes?!

 

Weekend Breakfast Board

 

You can get everything in one trip at Publix, from Pure Farmland Savory Original and Maple Plant-Based Breakfast Patties to fruit and everything else that you and your family might need to make this breakfast board a success.

 

That being said, you can include your kids and other family members to help you build this incredibly appealing and tasty breakfast board.

 

It is so much fun to give each person an assignment, such as one could make these breakfast patties, the other flip pancakes or make waffles, and somebody could set the table or cut fruit. There is always a job for everyone, and to be frank, that is how we work in our house. We create memories to last a lifetime!

 

Creating memories in the kitchen and around the kitchen table is the best, especially when everyone works together.

 

Weekend Breakfast Board
Weekend Breakfast Board

 

I really do hope you try recreating my plant-based weekend breakfast board. Don’t forget to follow @sandraseasycooking on Instagram.

 

Note:

 

The cooking method for patties are on the back of the package. Please follow instructions for the best results.

For more tasty breakfast or brunch ideas tap here and check it out.

Mushroom and Leek Galette

Mushroom and Leek Galette

Galette is a simple open pastry that you can pretty much make sweet or savory.   It makes an amazingly easy and delicious lunch or dinner option or perhaps a dessert if you’re making a sweet version.   I made this galette by using sauteed read more

Tofu and Veggie Stir-Fry with Peanut Butter Sauce

Tofu and Veggie Stir-Fry with Peanut Butter Sauce

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of PB2 Foods. All opinions are entirely my own.  Tofu and Veggie Stir-Fry with Peanut Butter Sauce is such a fantastic dish; it’s going to make you crave it over and over again. This meal read more

Tex-Mex Grilled Tofu Quesadillas

Tex-Mex Grilled Tofu Quesadillas

Tex-Mex Grilled Tofu Quesadillas are easy to make and amazingly tasty. Now everyone could enjoy and celebrate meatless meals together because my quesadillas are delightfully delicious.

Tex Mex Grilled Tofu Quesadillas

You will not miss meat at all because these beauties are full of flavor. Even my children loved it, so i do not have to tell you anything else because that is a rare occasion, my friends.

I wanted to create a recipe that if I have a vegetarian friend over, we can serve these fabulous grilled meatless quesadillas. As you all know, we are not vegetarians; however, every once in a while, we have a full-meal without meat.

You will not miss meat at all because these be

The best part of warm weather is the outdoor activities! From playing soccer, gardening, as well as grilling. Oh, and we cannot wait to get out and grill!

Soaking up this beautiful weather after a long winter indoors, we break out the grill, and this time we used Pellets. They are made with all-natural, pure flavor hardwoods and absolutely no fillers, binders or preservatives, bringing out the best flavor you could ask.

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You can, of course, make these quesadillas on any grill, even indoor grill skillet. I do not think that they will not taste good; however, when it comes to a flavor grill always wins in my book. Something is rewarding and satisfying when you cook food over an open fire.

Grill Recipes

I am not a fan of summer, but I think the best part of summer is grilled food, sweet in-season fruit, and freshly picked summer vegetables. Mmmhm! Well, I know that many of you agree!

Hey, if you try making my tasty Tex-Mex Grilled Tofu Quesadillas, please tag me on Instagram @sandraseasycooking using hashtag #sandraseasycooking.

I would love to see your tasty creations. Thank you so much for your love and support.

Meatless Recipes

Meatless Recipes that you might like:

MEATLESS MEATBALLS WITH CAULIFLOWER AND BROCCOLI

MEATLESS CHILI NACHOS

MINI MEATLESS FRITTATA CUPS

PAN-FRIED EGGPLANT WITH MOZZARELLA AND MARINARA

CARAMELIZED ONION TART

Yield: Serves 6

Tex-Mex Grilled Tofu Quesadillas

Recipe

Tex-Mex Grilled Tofu Quesadillas are easy to make and amazingly tasty. Now everyone could enjoy and celebrate meatless meals together because my quesadillas are delightfully delicious.

Ingredients

  • 6 soft tortillas
  • 1 pounds Firm Tofu
  • 1 cup Guacamole
  • 1/2 cup Pico de gallo
  • 2 cups Mexican blend cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Refried beans
  • 1 tablespoon of oil

Tofu Seasoning:

  • 1/4 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp Spanish paprika powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste

Instructions

Seasoning:

  1. Mix all the ingredients for the season and set aside.

Tofu Prep:

  1. Open tofu package drain water out and
    take each block of tofu and wrap with thick layers of kitchen paper towels or a
    clean cotton towel. Press slightly and pat dry. Make sure that most of the
    moisture is gone.    
  2. Slice into 1/2-inch thick tofu slices,
    and again pat dry each slab with paper towels.
  3. Add to the large and flat plate, then
    sprinkle on both sides with prepared seasoning, gently press to coat. Cover and
    refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Grill Prep:

  1. Open your pellets bag. I used Classic which is great for almost anything you want in your grill. Flavorful
    and strong. Wood pellets are poured into a storage container also known as a
    hopper. The pellets are then fed into a cooking chamber by an auger that is
    powered by electricity.
  2. When ready to cook, smoke setting with
    the lid open.
  3. Wait for the fire to start about 5 min, depending
    on the grill type and model.
  4. Now, close the lid and increase the
    temperature to the desired temperature and preheat for about 10-15 minutes.
  5. I cooked tofu on 350F, so my grill
    temperature was set to 350 degrees.


Grilling:

  1. Place tofu in the preheated and ready to
    cook grill to get infused with a real wood smoky flavor.
  2. Grill for 5 minutes on each side.
  3. Take it off the grill and start
    assembling. Do not turn the grill off yet.

Assembling and making quesadillas:

  1. On one side of the tortilla evenly spread
    about 1 tablespoon or so of guacamole, spindle freshly chopped pico de gallo, a
    handful of cheese then place grilled tofu on the top. Depending on the side of
    your tortilla, I would say about 4 to 5 slices to cover it. Add just a sprinkle
    more cheese.
  2. On the other tortilla spread about a
    tablespoon or two of retired beans, then cover the other tortilla with tofu.
    Making a sandwich. Lightly press and brush with oil.
  3. Continue until tofu is gone. You could
    make approximately 3 quesadillas with my method.
  4. Place each quesadilla on the hot grill
    and grill for about 4 to 6 minutes on each side or until the cheese is melted
    and grill marks are formed.
  5. Slice each quesadilla across making
    trundles and serve immediately with salsa, pico de gallo, and other fixings.

Notes

step by step

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving:Calories: 555Total Fat: 28gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 1213mgCarbohydrates: 52gFiber: 8gSugar: 2gProtein: 26g

This data was provided and calculated by Nutritionix. Nutrition information isn’t always accurate, but we try our best.

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General Tso’s Tofu

General Tso’s Tofu

General Tso’s Tofu is tasty, beautiful, and incredibly easy to make. I can’t even tell you how many times I get the question about tofu so I try to create delicious recipes using this amazing ingredient. Since it literally does not taste like anything you read more