Beet Veggie Burger (#23)

San Francisco has such amazing restaurants – my list is forever growing of places to taste.  One of my favorites is Plant Cafe!  They have multiple locations, I’ve only been to the one in Pier 3 (twice!).  The first time I ate there I had to get one of the things they are famous for, the Plant Burger.

One of my most favorite food blogs made a replica version of this burger.  This recipe tastes JUST like the real thing.  Don’t be intimidated by the ingredient list, I promise it tastes amazing.  Especially when topped with melted cheese and avocado!

Tofu and Coconut Curry Soup (#21)

In this age of technology, I tend to get most of my recipes from food blogs versus paper cookbooks.  I have tons of cookbooks, probably around 20!  I even have a subscription to Cooking Light magazine which provides me with dozens of recipes each month.  One of my favorite cookbooks is Cooking Light: Way to Cook Vegetarian.

Here are some of my other favorites!

This soup incorporates many Thai flavors and since I love Thai food, I figured this would be delicious!  It actually turned out semi bland and oily.  As I’ve said before, I usually follow recipes exactly the first time and then start to experiment.  I would definitely decrease the oil and maybe use full fat coconut milk (or 1 full fat, 1 light).  If you make this, please comment and let me know what adjustments you made!

Zucchini Spaghetti (#18)

This recipe is more about a unique kitchen tool versus the actual recipe.  My fridge was full of leftover zucchini from these cookies and my stomach needed a break from desserts.  I had just made these turkey meatballs and needed some pasta to eat them with.  I had heard of a julienne peeler once or twice before but didn’t really know what it was.  But I was determined to find one!  Ventured over to Target but they only had one in a three pack with other types of peelers…which I already had or didn’t need.  Thank goodness for Ace Hardware’s kitchen section (random, I know).

Mini Turkey Crockpot Meatballs (#17)

As I’ve mentioned before, I’m not the biggest fan of meat.  But I am a fan of my $20 Target crockpot!  Most crockpot recipes I’ve found are for soups…or for meat.  However, I couldn’t resist this recipe because 1) MINI something and 2) they had quinoa in them!

Almond Butter Noodles (#13)

My sister-in-law, Amy, is very creative in the kitchen.  She always makes great and healthy meals whenever I visit.  Whether it’s breakfast tacos, mediterranean tuna salad or this pasta dish, I know I will never go hungry in her house.  This recipe is very versatile so just throw in whatever nut butter and veggies you have in your fridge.