Avocatta Lasagna Rolls from The Vegan Version

Avocatta Lasagna Rolls - The Vegan Version

From The Vegan Version about this recipe for "Avocatta" Lasagna Rolls:

"These were really easy to throw together, were really flavorful and were also very filling. I am not sure why there are not more recipes out there that substitute avocado for ricotta. Maybe because avocado is often associated with Mexican cuisine and lasagna with Italian.  I don't know, but I am glad I decided to try this as it was very tasty. I love the creaminess of the avocado blended with more traditional Italian flavors."

This easy, delicious and nutritious recipe features healthy ingredients such as avocado, baby spinach, tomatoes, and fresh parsley.  The author of the recipe notes that there is a lot of opportunity to change what is added to the mix.  We agree - this recipe is very versatile!

Recipe details, a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Avocatta Lasagna Rolls - The Vegan Version.

Spinach Hummus Pizza with Artichoke Hearts from Veggie Primer

Spinach Hummus Pizza with Artichoke Hearts
(Vegan + GF) from Veggie Primer

This is an ingenious, amazing vegan and gluten-free healthy pizza recipe!  Nutritious ingredients include easy, homemade hummus and toppings like artichoke hearts, spinach, red bell pepper, kalamata olives and onions.  For a gluten-free version, the recipe author suggests simply using a GF tortilla.

Recipe details, a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Spinach Hummus Pizza with Artichoke Hearts.

Warm Roasted Butternut Squash and Quinoa Salad from Kitchen McCabe

Warm Roasted Butternut Squash and
Quinoa Salad from The Kitchen McCabe

From Kayley (The Kitchen McCabe), the author of this recipe:

I love the red quinoa. Did you know that quinoa has the highest protein content of all grains? It has twice as much fiber as other grains and is full of essential vitamins and minerals, including iron. I love it’s texture and nutty flavor. It’s pretty great stuff.

This delicious and healthy vegan salad can be served warm or cold and is as lovely to look at - as its nutritious to eat!

Tip:  this recipe calls for a small amount of raw honey, which can be easily substituted (or omitted altogether).

Recipe details, a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Warm Roasted Butternut Squash and Quinoa Salad - The Kitchen McCabe.

Green Weight Loss Smoothie from PositiveMed [Infographic]

Green Weight Loss Smoothie
Infographic from PositiveMed

We love this Green Weight Loss Smoothie infographic!  Healthy ingredients include peaches, mango, bananas, orange juice, chia and/or flax seeds, raw maca powder and spinach.

Infographic source and for more health and weight loss information, visit PositiveMed.

More health information on the ingredients:

Health Benefits of Chia Seeds
Top 10 Flax Seed Benefits
Chia vs. Flax Seeds

Easy Hummus Spiral Wraps from LunchBoxBunch

The great thing about these super easy and healthy hummus wraps is that you can fill them with whatever veggies you like or have on hand.  The pictured wrap features lavash, roasted red pepper hummus spread, shredded carrots, baby spinach leaves, edamame soy beans, avocado slices, lemon juice and olive oil

Recipe details including the all-important instructions on how to roll and other filing suggestions at Easy Hummus Spiral Wraps from LunchBoxBunch

Lavash is a thin, soft flat bread that is now widely available in most supermarkets, natural and health food stores and online.  Increasingly, it can be found in various flavors (tomato and basil, garlic and herb, toasted sesame seeds) and is being made from a variety healthy ingredients (multi, whole, sprouted and organic grains and flaxseed).

Learn more about lavash flat bread (aka lahvash and cracker bread)
Make your own lavash (recipe)

Spinach Avocado Stuffed Portobellos from Vegan Yumminess

This incredibly tasty and easy recipe works well as an appetizer, side dish or even an entree.  Its also a fantastic party food and crowd pleaser!  It features the following healthy ingredients: portobello mushrooms, fresh baby spinach, avocado, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, olive oil garlic, walnuts and almonds.

Recipe details at Spinach Avocado Stuffed Portobellos from Vegan Yumminess

Healthy Foods:
Why You Should Eat An Avocado a Day

Black Bean Spinach Enchiladas from the Garden Grazer

This enchilada recipe is a healthy version of a Mexican food favorite and features black beans, corn, fresh baby spinach, green onions, fresh cilantro, olive oil and lots of spices, including chili, onion, garlic and cumin powder.  It can be easily vegan-ized by simply substituting the dairy shredded cheese with dairy-free cheese shred substitutes, like Daiya, Go Veggie or Follow Your Heart.

Recipe details at Black Bean Spinach Enchiladas from the Garden Grazer

More information about vegan cheese shreds:
Daiya Pepperjack Style Shreds
Go Veggie Mexican Style Shreds
Follow Your Heart Vegan Gourmet Fiesta Blend Shreds

Spinach Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms from Dairy Free Chick

This easy and healthy dish can be served as either an entree or a side dish.  It feature Portobello mushrooms, tofu, fresh spinach, olive oil and marinara sauce.

Recipe details at Spinach Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms from Dairy Free Chick