Hi friend!
This week it is all about plant-based meals for one. I was so excited to try this challenge, and you know what I did not miss the meat at all! Using Chickpeas Black Beans and Lentils worked so well, and I will be making these recipes on repeat! I really enjoyed all 5 of these meals and I hope you will too!
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You can find my Greek Salad Dressing Short here: https://youtube.com/shorts/6Ia18GA_MG0?feature=share
For the Beef version of the Bulgogi Tacos you can find that video here: https://youtu.be/weMHO_ETsj0
The Chickpea Coconut Curry is inspired by this recipe from Cozymeal https://www.cozymeal.com/recipes/r/coconut-curry-chickpeas
Here are the recipes!
Black Beans Tostadas for One
Ingredients
- 1 c Black Beans warmed
- ½ t Taco Seasoning
- Juice of ½ lime
- Tostada Shell
- Toppings: Smashed Avocado and Pico De Gallo
Instructions
- Smash black beans with the taco seasoning and the juice of a lime.
- On a Tostada Shells spread the black bean mixture on top of the shell.
- Top with smashed avocado and Pico de Gallo.
- Enjoy!
Pico de Gallo for One
Ingredients
- ½ c Diced Tomatoes
- 2 t Diced Jalapeno
- 1 T Diced Red Onion
- Juice of ½ Lime
- ¼ t Pepper
- 1/8 t Salt
- ¼ t Minced Garlic
- 1/8 t Cilantro OR Parsley Flakes
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients and store in an airtight container.
- Enjoy!
Crockpot Black Bean Fiesta Soup for One
Ingredients
- ½ c Black Beans
- ¼ c Frozen Corn
- ¼ c Diced Tomatoes
- ¼ c Diced Red Pepper
- 2 T Diced Onion
- ½ t Diced Jalapenos
- 1 t Taco Seasoning
- 1.5 c Vegetable Broth
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to the crockpot and cook on High for 2 Hours OR on Low for 4 Hours.
- Enjoy!
Crockpot Chicken Coconut Curry
Ingredients
- 1 c Chickpeas that have been drained and rinsed
- ½ t Minced Ginger
- ½ t Minced Garlic
- ¼ t Curry, Coriander, Turmeric, and Red Pepper Flakes Double all of these for a spicier curry.
- 2 T Diced Red Peppers
- 2 T Diced Tomatoes
- 1 T Diced Red Onion
- Juice of ½ of a lime
- 1/2 C Coconut Milk
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in the crockpot and cook on low for 4 hours. Serve over rice.
Vegetarian Greek Pasta Salad
Ingredients
- ½ c Chickpeas Rinsed and Drained
- 4 oz of Protein Pasta Cooked And Drained
- 1 T Chopped Pepperoncini Peppers
- 1 T Diced Red Onion
- 2 T Cucumbers
- 2 T Diced Tomatoes
- ¼ c Chopped Purple Cabbage
- 2 T Kalamata Olives
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients and toss with Greek Salad Dressing (2 T Olive Oil 1 T Red Wine Vinegar, 1 t Greek Seasoning Blend).
- Enjoy!
This was such a fun experiment friend! I loved all 5 of these recipes and did not miss the meat and potatoes at all! Vegatarian friends you are on to something, this was delicious!
Let me know if you make any of these recipes. I promise you will not be disappointed!
Have a fabulous day!
