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Versatile Vegan Veggie and Cheese Quiche with Homemade Crust

April 16, 2025 by Christina

With its crisp, flaky crust and savory, satisfying filling, quiche is widely loved brunch food that can, really, be enjoyed at any meal of the day! This recipe is an ideal, protein-rich base for any veggie and cheese quiche combination you’d prefer. I love varying the vegetables I add based on what is in season,…

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Main Meal, Uncategorized Tagged With: baking, brunch, homemade, pie crust, quiche, recipe, savory baking, tofu, vegan, versatile

Winter Wild Rice and Roasted Veggie Salad with Creamy Maple-Tahini Dressing

February 12, 2025 by Christina

Salad season does not need to end during the colder months! Warm, grain-based salads with predominantly cooked instead of raw veggies can bring plenty of flavor and comfort. My grain base of choice is often couscous, quinoa, rice, or farro. This hearty dish features wild rice, which provides a variety of nutrients, including fiber, protein,…

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Filed Under: Dips Dressings and Sauces, Main Meal, salad, Uncategorized Tagged With: grain salad, nourish bowl, roasted vegetables, salad, tahini dressing, vegan meals, whole grain, wild rice, winter salad

Vegan Sweet Potato and Caramelized Onion Frittata

January 21, 2024 by Christina

Frittatas are a dish I love to make year round, and this sweet potato and caramelized onion variation is my favorite during the fall and winter months!Vegan frittatas come together beautifully with a base of tofu or chickpea flour (this recipe combines both!), paired with a variety of seasonings and add-ins. They are satisfying for…

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Main Meal, Uncategorized Tagged With: breakfast, frittata, gluten-free, high-protein, tofu, vegan

Pumpkin Red Lentil Dal with Garlic and Herb Pumpkin Naan

October 23, 2023 by Christina

Pumpkin Red Lentil Dal

Lentil dal has become one of my go-to warming, comforting recipes over the past several years, and this pumpkin spin on my original recipe really takes it to another level during the fall. This meal is filled with fiber-rich vegetables, protein-rich lentils, and aromatic flavors from the anti-inflammatory spices. It is hearty and delicious both…

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Filed Under: Main Meal, soups and stews, Uncategorized Tagged With: comforting, curry, dal, gluten-free, homemade, lentils, naan, vegan

Versatile Veggie, Bean, and Seed Burgers

August 2, 2023 by Christina

Veggie burgers have been one of my go-to meal prep recipes for years. I love how versatile the flavors and textures can be, and how veggie burgers make a truly satisfying meal for any time of day. This nourishing recipe is an adaptation of my first, tried and true, veggie burger recipe from nine years…

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Filed Under: Main Meal, Uncategorized Tagged With: beans, meal prep, nourishing, sandwich, seeds, vegan, vegan burger, veggie burger, versatile

Cheesy Vegan Baked Ziti

January 9, 2022 by Christina

Happy New Year! 2021 was a year of lots of cooking, baking, and recipe development in my home. Today I am sharing a nostalgic savory meal that has been a huge hit with my entire family (including my Italian grandparents) for years: baked ziti.As a dish that my mom has often made for family parties,…

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Filed Under: and Sauces, holiday, Main Meal, Uncategorized Tagged With: baked ziti, cheese, holiday, Italian, pasta, vegan

Lentil, Kale, and Sweet Potato Nourish Bowl

February 18, 2021 by Christina

As nutritious and refreshing as raw salads can be, winter is a time that many of us crave more warm, cooked meals. Although hearty pasta dishes and soups are some of my favorite cold-weather comfort foods, some of the tastiest meals are those that we can toss together with different ingredient combinations. My favorite tip for building a…

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Filed Under: Main Meal, Uncategorized Tagged With: bowl, kale, lentil, nourish, rice, sweet potato, tahini dressing, vegan, vegetarian, winter

Creamy and Crunchy Chickpea Salad Sandwich

May 7, 2020 by Christina

There is quite an array of sandwich options in the world of vegan eating. From “meaty” veggie burgers to classic peanut butter and banana combinations, there is something for everyone! Reminiscent of the classic chicken salad, chickpea salad makes a deliciously-hearty alternative. Chickpeas provide a nutritious source of vegan protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. With their low…

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Filed Under: Main Meal, Uncategorized Tagged With: chickpea, lunch, sandwich, vegan

Creamy Cauliflower Fettuccine Alfredo

January 10, 2020 by Christina

Due to my Italian heritage, I grew up eating a lot of pasta. As much as I enjoy a classic tomato sauce, cream sauces were always superior for my taste buds. If you, like me, are intolerant to dairy or are looking for a more nutritious alternative to classic dishes such as fettuccine Alfredo, I encourage…

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Filed Under: Main Meal, Uncategorized Tagged With: cauliflower, creamy, fettuccine, pasta, sauce, vegan, vegetarian

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burrito Bowl

May 3, 2019 by Christina

Power bowls are some of the most simple and delicious meals to make. The flavor and ingredient combinations are limitless, and you can prepare several components of the bowls such as cooked grains, roasted vegetables, and sauces ahead of time to quickly reheat/ toss together when meal time arrives!This Mexican-inspired burrito bowl incorporates various burrito…

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Filed Under: Main Meal, Uncategorized Tagged With: avocado, black bean, bowl, gluten-free. burrito, Mexican, rice, spice, sweet potato, vegan, vegetarian

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Hi, I’m Christina! Welcome to Create Nourish Love. As a dietitian, my aim is to create recipes and meals that will nourish the body and soul in the most delicious ways possible. From my kitchen to yours, I hope you find something here that you love!

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