vegetables

BBQ Black Bean and Quinoa Burger

Try this nutritious BBQ black bean and quinoa burger. Packed with all your favorite fixing, this recipe is an upgrade to your burger selection.

Ingredients

  • Coconut or olive oil for cooking
  • 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans, drained, or 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs

Instructions

  1. Cook the quinoa and set aside (see notes on the original packing for instructions).
  2. Roughly mash the black beans with a fork leaving some whole black beans in a paste-like mixture.
  3. Add in the cooked quinoa, bread crumbs, salt, cajun seasoning, garlic, paprika, salt, and tomato paste. Mix together until combined.
  4. Form the black bean mixture into patties.
  5. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties on both sides for 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. Serve the patties on a whole-wheat hamburger bun with guacamole, barbecue sauce, and other desired toppings, or on top of a salad.
  7. Enjoy and don’t forget to hashtag, #dinnerwithtayo.

Pan-Seared Filet Mignon

Ingredients

  • Rack of tenderloin beef filets
  • salt, chicken bouillon, garlic seasoning, and black pepper
  • 1/2 stick of butter
  • 3 fresh rosemary sticks
  • 3 fresh tarragon sticks
  • 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425° F.
  • Season both sides of the rack of steak generously with salt, chicken bouillon, garlic seasoning, and black pepper.
  • Add the plain butter to an oven-safe cast iron skillet until it melts. Turn the high to high. Allow the butter to melt completely.
  • Once the butter has melted, Place the filet in the skillet. Sear for about 3 minutes and then flip the filet and sear the other side for another 3 minutes. This will give your filets a nice seared edge.
  • Cover the skillet with aluminum foil and transfer your skillet directly to the oven and bake for 15-25 minutes or until desired. PLEASE use oven mitts, skillet may be hot.
  • Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the filet to a carving board. Lightly cover with tin foil and let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Cut off the twine and carve.
  • Top with a slice of garlic and herb butter and serve.
  • Don’t forget to hashtag, #dinnerwithtayo

Easy and Delicious Vegan Pizza Recipe for a Healthy Meal

Veganism is becoming increasingly popular as people are becoming more conscious of their health and the environment. Pizza is a popular food choice that can be easily adapted to a vegan diet. In this recipe, we will show you how to make a delicious vegan pizza that will satisfy your cravings and leave you feeling good. Enjoy your delicious vegan pizza with your favorite toppings and feel good about your healthy and environmentally-friendly choice!

Here is a recipe for this Vegan Pizza recipe:

Ingredients:

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 370 degrees.
  2. Add in regular tomatoes, red bell pepper, onions, basil, vegetable stock, half a can of the canned tomato, salt, and garlic parsley seasoning in a blender. Blend together until you have a nice smooth texture.
  3. Spread the blended tomato paste over the crust. Top with spinach, vegan meat, grape tomatoes, and cheese.
  4. Place the pizza in the oven and bake for about 15 minutes. (Keep an eye on it so you don’t over bake the pizza).
  5. Once the pizza is ready remove it from oven and allow it to cool down for a second.
  6. Here’s the best part, you now get to eat this food! Don’t forget to tag #Dinnerwithtayo and @tayoscreation on your social media pages.

The Ultimate Stuffed Vegan Burrito

This Stuffed Vegan Burrito is a mouthwatering dish that is sure to satisfy your hunger and taste buds. The burrito is filled with spicy black beans, plantains, sweet potatoes, diced tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, corn and meatless ground beef, all sautéed in a skillet with a variety of spices. The burrito is wrapped in a large tortilla, making it easy to enjoy on the go or at work. This recipe is not only easy to make but also healthy and customizable. You can add or subtract any ingredients to suit your taste, making it a versatile option for any meal.

Ingredients:

  • 1 Can Black Beans (Drained)
  • 1 Can Sweet Corn (Drained)
  • Whole Wheat Tortilla Wrap
  • Lightlife Smart Ground Meatless Original Crumbles or vegan meat of your choice
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • Diced onions
  • 2 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 red bell pepper chopped.
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 Grape tomatoes cut into half each
  • 1 or 2 plantains (depending on serving)
  • 1 Sweet potato, cut into fries size
  • Premade Cauliflower rice

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 380 degrees. Season the sweet potatoes with a pinch of salt and black pepper, add in a tad bit of avocado oil, toss the fries around and then place it into the oven. Remove once ready and set aside.
  2. While the fries are in the oven, place the cut up plantains on a frying pan with oil over medium-high heat. Fry the plantains until both sides are nice and golden. Once they are ready, remove them from the oil, place them on a paper towel to drain an excessive oil and set aside.
  3. Add avocado oil in a frying pan over medium heat, now add in the grape tomatoes, red bell peppers, and onions. Allow this to cook for no longer than 5 minutes. Add in ground meatless original crumbles and cook for another 10 minutes.
  4. Grab your whole wheat tortilla wrap and add the vegan meat mix, spinach, corn, black beans, plantains, and sweet potato fries.
  5. Gentle wrap this together and watch how this perfect burrito easily comes together. Place the wrapped burrito back in the pan and fry both sides to get that nicely toasted external look (see photos above).
  6. Here’s the best part, you now get to eat this food! Don’t forget to tag #Dinnerwithtayo and @tayoscreation on your social media pages.

Fresh Green Salad with Homemade Greek Yogurt Dressing

Are you looking for a delicious and healthy meal option that’s easy to make? Look no further than this Fresh and Creamy Green Salad with Homemade Greek Yogurt Dressing recipe! Packed with a variety of fresh greens and vegetables, this salad is a great way to get your daily dose of nutrients while satisfying your cravings for something delicious. The homemade Greek yogurt dressing is the star of the dish, adding a tangy and creamy flavor to the greens. Plus, it’s easy to make and much healthier than store-bought dressings. So, whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or a healthy side dish for dinner, give this recipe a try and enjoy the goodness of fresh and creamy green salad!

Ingredients

  • 1 precut packaged butternut squash
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon cajun seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup olive or vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 1 bunch of kale, spinach, and arugula (optional add in: steamed brussels sprouts)
  • 1 tablespoon sunflower seeds
  • 1 avocado peeled and diced

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Put the squash on baking sheet pan and sprinkle with the olive oil, cumin and season with salt and pepper. Spread the squash out across the pan.
  2. Roast the squash for about 15 minutes or until tender, then scrape under the pieces using a metal spatula angled down toward the bottom of the pan and toss them around, spreading them out again.  After tossing the squash, set aside and cool for a few minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, vinegar, yogurt, maple syrup and shallots, then season with salt and pepper. 
  4. In a large bowl, combine the kale, spinach, arugula, roasted squash and sunflower seeds. Drizzle the salad with enough dressing to lightly coat, then toss to combine. (Save any extra dressing for another use.) Add the avocado, gently toss again and enjoy.

Here’s How To Meal Prep For The Week

Meal prepping is the process of preparing meals in advance, typically on a weekend or other day off. This can save you time and money during the week, and it can also help you eat healthier.

There are many different ways to meal prep. Some people like to cook all of their meals for the week at once, while others prefer to cook just a few meals and then reheat them throughout the week. You can also meal prep by cooking individual components of meals, such as proteins, vegetables, and grains, and then assembling them when you’re ready to eat.

No matter how you choose to meal prep, there are a few things to keep in mind:

  • Plan ahead. Decide what meals you want to make and how much food you need.
  • Make a grocery list. This will help you stay on track and avoid impulse buys.
  • Cook in bulk. This will save you time and energy in the long run.
  • Store your food properly. This will help keep it fresh and flavorful.
  • Get creative. There are endless possibilities when it comes to meal prep. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different recipes and flavors.

Meal prepping can be a great way to save time, money, and stress. It can also help you eat healthier and make better food choices. If you’re new to meal prepping, don’t be afraid to start small. Just commit to cooking one or two meals in advance each week. Once you get the hang of it, you can gradually increase the amount of time you spend meal prepping.

Here are some recommended recipes to make.

 

Ingredients

Glazed Pork Chops:

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar 
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt 
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 4 thick cut boneless pork chops
  • Fresh rosemary leaves

Honey Teriyaki Chicken:

  • 1.5 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Tenders (
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 1/2 cup Teriyaki Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Minced Garlic
  • 1 tsp. Red Crushed Pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. Salt
  • 2 tbsp. Sesame Seeds
  • 1 tbsp fresh diced parsley leaves

Instructions

For Glazed Pork Chops:

  1. Preheat oven at 350 degrees. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and rosemary leave. Rub the seasoning mixture over all sides of each chop. (For best taste marinate overnight.)
  2. Transfer pork chops on a baking tray and place it in the oven for 15 – 20 minutes or until the pork chops are nice and tender.
  3. When the chops are ready, pour the sauce in the bottom of the pan over the pork chops.
  4. Serve pork chops with wild/long rice (easy option is Uncle Ben’s Rice – super easy and quick to make) and a vegetable of your choice.

For Honey Teriyaki Chicken:

  1. Chop chicken tenders into one inch pieces. Transfer chicken into a large bowl. Add in teriyaki sauce, honey, minced garlic and salt and pepper. Mix together with chicken marinate over night for best flavor and taste.
  2. Transfer chicken (liquid and all) into an oiled and heated pan over medium high heat, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes.
  3. Cook until sauce has reduced. When the sauce thickens up and starts sticking to the chicken, add sesame seeds. Stir.
  4. Remove the chicken from the heat and serve with the rice and vegetable. 
  5. Serve chicken with wild/long rice (easy option is Uncle Ben’s Rice – super easy and quick to make) and a vegetable of your choice.

Breakfast

  1. Prepare scrambled eggs, pre-made hash browns, turkey sausage, and turkey bacon with broccoli.
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