Avocado Chocolate Mousse

Servings: 3-4

2 ripe avocados

1/4 cup maple syrup

1/4 cup cacao powder

1/3 cup milk of choice (eg soy, coconut, oat, almond, rice)

1/4 tsp salt

1 tsp vanilla extract

1. Scoop out the flesh of two very ripe avocados and place in a food processor.

2. Add maple syrup, cacao powder, milk, salt, and vanilla.

3. Purée for about a minute until creamy.

4. Refrigerate until cool.

5. Top with fresh fruit, coconut, or your favourite toppings.

https://nextbitenutritioncoaching.com/2020/01/11/vegan-chocolate-avocado-pudding/

Teriyaki Salmon Bowl

Yield: 2 servings

1/3 cup teriyaki sauce (recipe below)*

2 salmon fillets (115-170g)

4-8 stalks bok choy

1 cup cooked rice (or noodles)

1 avocado, sliced

2 stalks green onion, thinly sliced

1 tbsp sesame seeds

lime, quartered

Teriyaki sauce:

1/4 cup tamari (or soy sauce or coconut aminos)

1 tbsp maple syrup

2 cloves garlic, minced

1-inch knob of ginger, minced

juice of 1/2 lemon

1 tsp sesame oil

1. If making teriyaki sauce, combine all ingredients in a small bowl and stir together.

2. Place the salmon in a shallow bowl or baking sheet. Pour half the teriyaki sauce over the fillets ensuring each piece is well coated. Let marinate for 15 minutes or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.

3. Prepare your rice (or noodles).

4. Prepare the bok choy. If they are small, they can be left whole. Otherwise, cut into half (or quarters if very large). Wash thoroughly.

5. Preheat the oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

6. Place marinated salmon (skin-side down) onto prepared baking sheet. Add bok choy around salmon.

7. Bake until salmon is cooked through, about 10 minutes (can vary based on thickness of the salmon pieces). The salmon should flake easily.

8. To serve, place cooked salmon and bok choy over rice. Drizzle with remaining teriyaki sauce. Add avocado and garnish with green onion, sesame seeds, and lime.

https://www.eatingbirdfood.com/teriyaki-salmon-bowls/ https://astepfullofyoublog.com/easy-vegan-soba-noodle-bowl-with-maple-sesame-sauce-gluten-free/ https://getinspiredeveryday.com/food/healthier-sheet-pan-teriyaki-salmon/

Corn, Chickpea, and Avocado Salad

Yield: 2-3 servings

2-3 ears of corn, shucked, kernels removed (or 1-2 cups frozen corn)

1 14-oz can chickpeas, rinsed and drained

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp chili powder

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp garlic powder

zest of 1 lime

salt and pepper

2-3 cups lettuce (can be mixed greens, spinach, arugula, etc)

1/2 cucumber, diced

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

1-2 green onions, chopped

1 avocado, diced

optional: 1/4 cup feta, crumbled

optional: grilled chicken or fish

1. Preheat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a medium bowl, combine the corn and chickpeas. Add the oil, spices, lime, and salt and pepper, and mix well. Spread over prepared baking sheet and roast until lightly browned, about 20 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.

3. In a large bowl, combine lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, cilantro, green onion, and any optional ingredients. Top with corn and chickpeas.

4. Add avocado and shallot vinaigrette just before serving.

https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/corn-tomato-and-avocado-chickpea-salad/ https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/corn-and-chickpea-bowl-with-miso-jalapeno-tahini

Dahl Soup with Greens

Yield: 4 servings

1 tbsp olive oil

1 small onion, diced

1 tbsp black mustard seeds

2 tsp cumin

2 tsp turmeric

4 cloves garlic, sliced thin

1 small red chile, minced (optional)

2 cups red lentils or yellow mung dhal

8 cups vegetable stock

1 cup coconut milk

2 tsp salt

3 cups baby spinach (or kale), chopped

handful fresh cilantro, chopped

1 avocado, cubed

1. In a large soup pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté for a few minutes until aromatic and translucent.

2. Add mustard, cumin, turmeric, garlic, and chile. Allow to cook, stirring constantly to avoid burning, for about 1 minute.

3. Add the lentils, stock, coconut milk, and salt. Bring to a simmer and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 15 to 20 minutes.

4. Remove from heat. Add the chopped greens and stir.

5. Ladle a generous amount into each bowl. Top with cilantro, avocado, and serve with naan.

https://gamechangersmovie.com/recipes/dhal-soup-with-greens/

Pozole Verde

Yield: 6 servings

3 cups + 3 cups bone broth

3 cups spinach, loosely packed

1 cup cilantro, chopped 

4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped

1/2 cup green onion, chopped 

1/4 cup fresh lime juice

1 tbsp grated horseradish (optional)

2 tbsp avocado oil

2 cups white sweet potatoes, diced

2 cups pre-cooked chicken, chopped

1 tsp salt, or to taste

optional garnishes: cilantro, avocado slices, lime wedges

1. In a blender, combine 3 cups of broth, spinach, cilantro, garlic, green onion, lime juice, and horseradish. Set aside.

2. In a large soup pot, heat avocado oil over medium heat. Add sweet potatoes and sauté for 5-10 minutes, or until the vegetables are fork soft.

3. Add chicken and salt to the pot and stir. Add 3 cups more of broth and the green broth from the blender. Heat through. Serve with garnishes.

https://autoimmunewellness.com/pozole-verde/

Southwest Black Bean Stew

Yield: 4-6 servings

1 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, chopped

3-4 cloves garlic, minced

6 crimini mushrooms, sliced

1 potato, diced

1 yam, diced

1 red bell pepper, chopped

1 tbsp chili powder

1 tbsp oregano

2 tsp cumin

salt and pepper

1 can diced tomatoes

1/3 cup tomato paste

1 cup water

1 can black beans, drained and rinsed

1 can pinto beans, drained and rinsed

1 cup corn kernels

4 cups collard greens, coarsely chopped (or sub other greens)

1 cup loosely packed cilantro, chopped (plus extra for garnish)

avocado, chopped

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. When hot, add onion, garlic, and mushrooms, and cook while stirring for 5 to 8 minutes.

2. Add the potatoes, yam, red pepper, and spices. Cook while stirring for another couple of minutes.

3. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, and water. Bring stew to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, stirring once or twice.

4. Add the beans and corn and cook for 5 more minutes.

5. Stir in the greens and cook for 5 minutes more, or until the potato and yam are tender.

6. Stir in the cilantro, and garnish with more chopped cilantro and chopped avocado.

https://gamechangersmovie.com/recipes/southwest-stew/

Chocolate Avocado Bars

Yield: 1 loaf pan

Bottom Layer:

1/2 cup almond flour

1/2 cup coconut flakes

3 tbsp cacao powder

3 tbsp coconut oil, melted

10 drops liquid stevia

Middle Layer:

1 avocado, mashed

1/4 cup coconut oil

15 drops liquid stevia

1-2 drops peppermint essential oil (optional)

Top Layer:

1/2 cup coconut oil

1/4 cup cacao powder (or 1/2 cup melted dark chocolate)

10 drops liquid stevia

1. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.

2. To make the bottom layer, in a bowl, combine all the ingredients together.

3. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the lined pan and set aside.

4. For the filling, put all the ingredients into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth and creamy.

5. Transfer the filling to the pan and use a spatula to spread it evenly over the bottom.

6. In a separate bowl, combine the ingredients for the top layer together. Mix until smooth, then pour over the avocado filling.

7. Place the pan in the freezer for 10 minutes, then transfer the pan to the refrigerator for an additional 2 hours.

8. Remove from fridge for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. Serve chilled.

https://drjockers.com/chocolate-avocado-dessert-bars/

Avocado Aioli

Yield: 1 1/2 cups

2 avocados

1/2 cup sour cream

2 tbsp basil, chopped

1 tbsp garlic, minced

2 tbsp lemon juice

2 tbsp lime juice

1 serrano chile or jalapeño, minced

1 small shallot, minced

salt and pepper

1. In a medium bowl, coarsely mash the avocados with a fork.

2. Fold in remaining ingredients.

https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/avocado-aioli

Avocado Mint Dressing

Yield: 3/4 cup

1 half ripe avocado

2/3 tightly packed mint leaves

1/3 cup tightly packed cilantro leaves

1 clove garlic, chopped

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp turmeric

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

3 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp water

1. Add all ingredients to the bowl of a food processor. Combine until smooth.

https://autoimmunewellness.com/carrot-radish-slaw-mint-turmeric-pesto/

Blueberry Avocado Chia Pudding

Yield: 2 cups

1 ripe avocado

1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)

2 tbsp coconut milk (or any other milk)

2 tbsp maple syrup (or honey)

1 tbsp chia seeds (whole or ground)

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and silky.

2. Divide pudding among ramekins/cups and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow chia to thicken.

https://www.theironyou.com/2015/01/blueberry-avocado-and-chia-breakfast.html

Avocado Dill Dressing

Yield: 3/4 cup

1/2 cucumber, roughly chopped

1 avocado

1 clove garlic, minced

2 tbsp lemon juice

2 tsp dill, chopped

salt and pepper

water as needed to thin

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend on high until smooth. Add water to desired consistency.

Grounded Nutrition Salad Dressings

Pineapple Mint Salsa

Yield: 2 cups

1/2 pineapple, cut into 1/2-inch chunks

1 bunch radishes, cut into 1/2-inch chunks

1 cucumber, cut into 1/2-inch chunks

1 avocado, cut into 1/2-inch chunks

1 bunch green onions, finely chopped

6 mint leaves, finely chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

juice of 1/2 lemon

1/2 tsp ground ginger

salt and pepper

1. In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients. Stir gently to combine.

https://autoimmunewellness.com/grilled-chicken-thighs-pineapple-mint-salsa/

Orange Ginger Avocado Dressing

Yield: 3/4 cup

1 avocado

juice of 1 orange

1/4 cup olive oil

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

1/4 cup water

1/2-inch piece of ginger, peeled, chopped

salt and pepper

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend on high until smooth. Add water to desired consistency.

Grounded Nutrition Salad Dressings

Strawberry Mango Avocado Salsa

Yield: 3 cups

1 cup strawberries, diced 

1 cup mango, diced

1 avocado, diced

1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced

2 tbsp shallot, finely diced

3 tbsp cilantro, chopped

zest and juice of 1 lime

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1. Place all ingredients in a medium bowl and mix to combine.

https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/avocado-strawberry-mango-salsa/

Carrot Radish Slaw

Yield: 3-4 servings

4 carrots

6-8 radishes

Dressing:

1 ripe avocado

1/3 cup tightly packed mint leaves

2/3 cup tightly packed cilantro leaves

1 clove garlic, chopped

1-inch knob ginger, chopped

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp ground turmeric

salt and pepper

3 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp water

1. Using the grating blade of the food processor, shred the carrots and radishes (or grate by hand). Transfer to a serving bowl.

2. To prepare the dressing, add the avocado, mint, cilantro, garlic, ginger, lemon, turmeric, salt, and pepper to a blender. Combine until the herbs are finely chopped.

3. With the blender running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and water.

4. Toss the dressing with the shredded vegetables. 

https://autoimmunewellness.com/carrot-radish-slaw-mint-turmeric-pesto/

Avocado Tahini Coleslaw Dressing

Yield: 3/4 cup

1 avocado

1/4 cup tahini

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1 tbsp dijon mustard

1 clove garlic, finely minced

salt and pepper, to taste

1/4 cup water (add gradually to thin)

1. Add all ingredients except water into a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.

2. Add water gradually to thin to desired consistency.

https://nutritionstripped.com/rainbow-vegetable-slaw/

Citrus Salmon Salad

Yield: 2 servings

1 cucumber, diced
2 oranges, segmented, juice reserved
1 avocado, diced
2 tbsp dill (or basil)
salt and pepper
8 oz salmon (fresh, canned, or smoked)

Dressing:
orange juice (reserved from segmenting)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp dijon mustard
salt and pepper

1. In a medium bowl, combine cucumber, orange segments, avocado, dill, and salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
2. Top with salmon.
3. Prepare dressing by combining all ingredients in a small jar and shaking well to emulsify.
4. Toss salad with dressing and serve.

Mango Salsa

Yield: 2 cups

1 mango, diced
1 avocado, chopped
1 shallot, finely diced
3 tbsp cilantro, chopped
zest and juice of 1 lime
1 tbsp olive oil
salt and pepper

1. In a large bowl, stir together all ingredients until combined.

Cauliflower and Chickpea Salad

Yield: 4 servings

Chickpeas:

1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
zest of 1 lime
1/2 tsp chili powder
salt and pepper
2 tbsp olive oil

Dressing:
1 tbsp grainy mustard
1/2 tbsp maple syrup
zest and juice of 1 lime
2 tbsp olive oil
salt and pepper

Salad:

1 head of cauliflower, grated
salt and pepper
6-8 radishes, quartered
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
2 sprigs mint, julienned
2 green onions, finely sliced
1 crisp apple (like fuji or pink lady), sliced thin
1 avocado, cut into chunks
1/3 cup sunflower seeds

1. Preheat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Spread chickpeas out on the prepared baking sheet.

3. In a small bowl, combine lime zest, chili powder, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Pour over chickpeas and toss to coat. Roast until lightly crispy and golden, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.

4. Prepare dressing by whisking together all dressing ingredients. Set aside.

5. In a large bowl, season cauliflower rice with salt and pepper and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the dressing. Toss to combine. Let marinate for 10 minutes.

6. Add remaining salad ingredients and roasted chickpeas. Toss with remaining dressing before serving.

http://thefirstmess.com/2014/04/09/vegan-cauliflower-and-roasted-garbanzo-rice-and-peas-recipe/

Roasted Corn Salad

Yield: 2-3 servings

3 ears corn, husks removed
1 tbsp olive oil
zest of 1 lime
1/2 tsp chili powder
salt and pepper
1 red pepper, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 jalapeno pepper, finely diced
1 shallot, finely diced
1 cup cilantro, chopped
1 avocado, diced
juice of 1 lime
optional: 1/2 can black beans, drained and rinsed

1. Preheat oven to 375F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cut the kernels off each ear of corn and place on prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil. Add lime zest, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
3. On the same baking sheet, add red pepper. Roast for 5 to 8 minutes.
4. In the meantime, in a large mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, jalapeno, shallot, cilantro, avocado, lime juice, and black beans if using.
5. When corn and red pepper have cooled slightly, add to remainder of salad. Toss to combine. Serve immediately.