Stir-fried Farro with Veggies

This recipe was inspired by the Pollan family’s Farro Fried Rice, found in their book Mostly Plants: 101 Delicious Flexitarian Recipes from the Pollan Family.

Dinner, Lunch, Sauces, Sides, VegetarianStaci JanikFebruary 23, 2023chile, scallions, soy sauce, sesame oil, egg, broccoli, farro, gochujangComment

Kimchi and Scallion Pancakes

It is entirely possible to make a complete meal out of just fritters but I suggest serving these as an appetizer or a crispy side to a healthy salad like this one.

Dinner, Lunch, Sauces, Sides, VegetarianStaci JanikJanuary 15, 2023chile, scallions, kimchi, pancake, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, flour, cornstarch, eggComment

Cucumber and Sesame Salad with Tofu and Blanched Spinach

Quick, easy, and flavorful, this salad is a super healthy way for us to ease in the new year and embrace our clean eating goals.

Dinner, Lunch, Quick, Salad, Sides, Spring, VegetarianStaci JanikJanuary 15, 2023chile, tofu, cucumber, sesame seeds, scallions, soy sauce, mirin, agave nectar, spinachComment

Roasted Root Veggies with Lentils and Yogurt

It’s simple — sheet-pan roasted veggies topped with lentils on a bed of non-fat greek yogurt for extra richness.

Dinner, Lunch, Vegetarian, Roasted, SidesStaci JanikOctober 21, 2022paprika, carrot, pumpkin seeds, yogurt, scallions, feta, cumin, fennel seed, lentils, red onion, garlicComment

Grilled Romaine and Roasted Cauliflower with Miso Butter Dressing

One of our favorite things to keep in the fridge is miso. Miso is a Japanese paste produced by fermenting soybeans with salt and a culture called ‘koji’ (KOH-gee).

Dinner, Lunch, Vegetarian, Roasted, Sides, GrilledStaci JanikOctober 16, 2022miso, cauliflower, romaine hearts, parsley, paprika, peanuts, turmeric, ras el hanout, lemon, butterComment

Curried Tofu with Brown Rice and Veggies

The perfect plant-based addition to what Lee has properly titled the “surfer diet” is this savory coconut curried brown rice.

Dinner, Bowl, Lunch, Vegetarian, Surfer DietStaci JanikOctober 3, 2022basil, mint, limes, carrots, tofu, red bell pepper, raisins, brown rice, coconut milkComment

Thai Som Tum Noodles with Grilled Tofu

I gravitate to beef and chicken because even though tofu is a great meat substitute, it has always been a little tricky for both Lee and me to make.

Dinner, Bowl, Lunch, Summer, VegetarianStaci JanikSeptember 2, 2021basil, mint, peanuts, limes, brown-rice noodles, cherry tomatoes, carrots, peas, grilled tofu, soy sauce, brown sugar, kale, mirinComment

Roasted Cauliflower Soup

The aromatic base is onion, garlic, celery, and carrot with the roasted cauliflower added for flavor and texture. To keep it light, I’ve skipped the heavy cream, and the lemon juice is the final touch, adding brightness and balance.

Lunch, Dinner, Fall, Vegetarian, Roasted, SoupStaci JanikSeptember 20, 2020herbs, garlic, onion, carrot, butter, roasted, celery, cauliflowerComment