Valarie is a born foodie. Her love for food was inspired at an early age while creating delicious meals with her dad for their family of ten. Since adopting a whole food, plant-based diet, her passion for cooking has taken on greater meaning with the creation of each recipe. Valarie is constantly developing new techniques to create healthy, tasty, and easy-to-make nutrient-dense meals. Her recipe sharing group can be found at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1460958237300814/

Corn & Millet Summer Salad With Creamy Chickpea Sauce
Corn & Millet Summer Salad With Creamy Chickpea Sauce

Lemon and garlic come together in a tangy chickpea cream sauce that holds this nutrient-packed dish together. With corn, zucchini, basil, and tomatoes, this recipe is also the perfect way to celebrate the bounty of summer gardens!


Awesome Beet Burgers
Awesome Beet Burgers

These hearty beet burgers are a crowd pleaser and freeze well for batch cooking. Serve with your favorite toppings for a delicious plant-based meal.


Lentil and Mushroom Burrito
Lentil and Mushroom Burrito

These hearty burritos are rich in fiber and protein. They are easy to make, full of flavor and super satisfying.


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