Snow Pea, Mushroom, Asparagus, & Red Pepper Salad

A bowl with red peppers, mushrooms, and pea pods topped with sesame seeds

This Snow Pea, Mushroom, Asparagus, & Red Pepper Salad is a crunchy and fresh side to serve at your next summer cookout! Raw and blanched vegetables are marinated in a super simple and light vinaigrette, leaving the veg slightly softened. This salad gets better as it sits – so feel free to make in advance. Simple, fresh, and delicious!  Everyone has “those” recipes. Those that:Read more ->

Cooking with Mushrooms

Cooking with mushrooms is a healthy, economical, and delicious option if you’re wanting to eat vegetarian, vegan, or simply reduce your meat intake! This article includes some facts about mushrooms, different varieties that are on the market, and some scrumptious recipes for Mushroom “Crab” Cakes, Savory Crepes, and simple sautéed Lion’s Mane.  “We believe that wholesome, fresh, and nutritious food should be accessible to everyone and knowRead more ->

Savory Crepes with Oyster Mushrooms, Arugula, & Goat Cheese

Savory Crepes with Oyster Mushrooms, Arugula, & Goat Cheese are bound to be your new favorite brekky! Delicious fresh oyster mushrooms are sautéed and combined with lightly dressed arugula, perfectly scrambled eggs, and creamy goat cheese, all wrapped up in a tender homemade crepe. The crepe batter is conveniently made right in your blender, making them a simple a delicious breakfast or brunch recipe toRead more ->

Mushroom “Crab” Cakes

These Mushroom “Crab” Cakes are the real deal! Lion’s Mane mushrooms stand in for crab in these scrumptious vegan friendly crab cakes. Top with a dollop of Greek Yogurt Remoulade Sauce, and try to east just one. Perfect for vegetarians, flexitarians, and meat lovers alike! Tried this recipe for Mushroom “Crab” Cakes and loved it? Use the hashtag #sohappyyoulikedit and tag @sohappyyoulikedit on social media soRead more ->

Greek Burger Lettuce Wraps

These Greek Burger Lettuce Wraps are THE thing to put on the grill this weekend! Juicy, Greek-spiced beef burgers are grilled to perfection and topped with your favorite Mediterranean flavors: tzatziki, tomato, grilled green pepper, feta, fresh herbs, and pickled red onions for good measure. These summer favorites are a must make for your next get together, BBQ, or gathering!  OK you guys… let’s talkRead more ->

National Picnic Day Recipe Roundup

Happy National Picnic Day! Picture this: a blanket strewn across freshly cut grass. Chilled wine poured and in hand. Perfectly placed platters of delicious nibbles and snacks, well within reach. Shoes off. Shades on. That’s right, folks. Al fresco dining season is HERE! There is nothing I love more than dining outdoors! Especially when “dining” can mean varying degrees of effort. I’ve rounded up aRead more ->

Greek Meatball Skewers

Skewers of greek meatballs, red onion, feta cubes, cucumber, and tomatoes

These Greek Meatball Skewers are the perfect little bite for your next al fresco get together! Juicy meatballs are packed with big Greek flavors like garlic, mint, oregano, and cumin. Skewered with spicy red onion, sweet cherry tomatoes, creamy feta, and crunchy cucumber, these appetizers are fun, fancy, and so delicious.    Quick question. Do you also find that eating foods that are skewered, picked,Read more ->

Deviled Egg Salad

A plate of lettuce topped with tomatoes, cucumber, and deviled eggs

Post updated April 20, 2022.  This Deviled Egg Salad highlights the classic appetizer in a fun new way. Fresh vegetables are tossed with a lemony vinaigrette and topped with deviled eggs! I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. Deviled Eggs…On A Salad! Not much is more of a crowd pleaser than deviledRead more ->

White Chocolate Pistachio Crispy Treats

These White Chocolate Pistachio Crispy Treats are crunchy, crispy, and addictive! The classic dessert gets a modern twist: the crisped rice treat comes together with brown rice syrup and coconut oil, meaning less preservatives from those mallows. They’re topped with creamy white chocolate and crushed pistachios. These delicious bars are an updated classic – sure to be a staple in your kitchen! Ok…I’ll admit it.Read more ->

Spring Salad with Lemon Shallot Vinaigrette

A bowl of greens topped with pink watermelon radish slices and fennel, surrounded by a bowl of pistachios and a jar of yellow vinaigrette

This beautiful Spring Salad with Lemon Shallot Vinaigrette is the perfect addition to your Spring table! Tender butter and green leaf lettuces are topped with paper thin whisps of fennel, cucumber, and watermelon radish, tossed with a lemon shallot vinaigrette, and sprinkled with shelled pistachios. Light, simple, and delicious! Spring Salad with Lemon Shallot Vinaigrette Spring has sprung, and it is VERY evident with thisRead more ->