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Dairy-free Allergy-Friendly Recipes

Dairy-free Recipes so good you won't feel like you're missing out.

Smoked Grilled Peruvian Chicken Recipe

May 30, 2019 by Jeanette 33 Comments

Smoked Grilled Peruvian Chicken - this chicken is bathed in a citrusy marinade and then smoked on the grill - incredibly delicious

Smoked Grilled Peruvian Chicken is bathed in a citrusy marinade and then cooked on the grill, using smoke as an ingredient. This is one of my favorite grilled chicken recipes, and many of my friends have shared it with their families. The key is to marinate the chicken in a mixture of fragrant spices and…

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Filed Under: book review, chicken, dairy-free, Dinner, giveaway, gluten-free, main courses, Recipes For Foodies Tagged With: Barton Seaver, Book Review, grilling with smoke, smoking chicken, smoking foods, smoking vegetables

Grilled Chinese Char Siu Chicken Recipe

May 21, 2019 by Jeanette 21 Comments

Grilled Chinese Char Siu Chicken - this marinade is phenomenal ~ no artificial colors in this recipe - brilliant red beet powder stands in for red food coloring

This Grilled Chinese Char Siu Chicken will remind you of the roast pork you find in Chinatown. The flavor is sweet and smokey, and best of all, there is no artificial coloring in this version. Although I haven’t been to Chinatown in many years, I remember walking by the stores with various roasted meats hanging…

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Filed Under: Asian, chicken, Clean Eating, dairy-free, Dinner, gluten-free, main courses, Summer Recipes Tagged With: beet powder, char siu, grilled chicken, grilling, natural food coloring

Quinoa Citrus Mango Avocado Black Bean Salad Recipe

May 9, 2019 by Jeanette 17 Comments

Quinoa Citrus Mango Avocado Black Bean Salad

This Quinoa Citrus Mango Avocado Black Bean Salad would make an excellent addition to any meal. Bright with citrus fruits, juicy with mangoes, creamy with avocado, and chock full of protein from quinoa and black beans. Spring is here but temperatures continue to fluctuate between warm and cool.  Spring crops are just starting to come…

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Filed Under: Clean Eating, dairy-free, Easter, gluten-free, healthy choices, salads, side dishes, vegan, vegetarian, whole grain Tagged With: avocado, citrus fruit, grapefruit, oranges, quinoa, salad

Mango Avocado Black Bean Quinoa Salad Recipe

April 22, 2019 by Jeanette 25 Comments

Mango Avocado Black Bean Quinoa Salad - this beautiful healthy salad is perfect for entertaining

Mango Avocado Black Bean Quinoa Salad is a beautiful, healthy salad that is perfect as a vegetarian main course salad or a side dish. I first made this vegetarian salad six years ago for a Ladies’ church luncheon. We used to host monthly lunches at people’s homes, and our pastor would stop by for a short…

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Filed Under: Beans/Legumes, dairy-free, Easter, Faith, gluten-free, main courses, New Year, salads, vegan, vegetarian, whole grain Tagged With: avocado, black bean, mango, quinoa, quinoa salad

Asian Salmon Arugula Napa Cabbage Mango Salad with Candied Walnuts Recipe

April 3, 2019 by Jeanette 2 Comments

Asian Salmon Arugula Napa Cabbage Mango Salad with Candied Walnuts - this salad is deliciously light and hearty enough for a main course salad

This Asian Salmon Arugula Napa Cabbage Mango Salad with Candied Walnuts is deliciously light yet perfect as a main course salad. 371 calories/serving; 8 Freestyle points/serving. Although I do love to cook, there are definitely days when I want a break from cooking. Typically, I cook throughout the week and then we either go out…

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Filed Under: Asian, Clean Eating, dairy-free, Fish, gluten-free, New Year, Seafood Tagged With: arugula, Asian salad, mango, napa cabbage, salad, salmon, salmon seafood, wasabi dressing

Japanese Carrot Ginger Salad Dressing Recipe

April 1, 2019 by Jeanette 32 Comments

Japanese Carrot Ginger Dressing

Japanese Carrot Ginger Salad Dressing is a healthy and delicious recipe similar to what you find in many Japanese restaurants. I went to my first Japanese restaurant when I was a graduate student in New York City. I fondly remember the simple green salad served with this sweet and tangy carrot ginger salad dressing. I’ve…

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Filed Under: Asian, csa, dairy-free, dips and sauces, farmer's market, gluten-free, green leafy vegetables, healthy choices, salads, sauces, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: carrot ginger dressing, carrots, Japanese salad dressing

Slow Roasted Salmon Citrus Salad

March 25, 2019 by Jeanette 2 Comments

Slow Roasted Salmon Salad

Slow Roasted Salmon Citrus Salad is a delicious, healthy main course salad that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner throughout the week. I’ve been having this salmon salad for dinner at least two times a week the last couple of weeks. Most of the ingredients can be prepped ahead of time, so all you…

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Filed Under: dairy-free, Dinner, Easter, Fish, gluten-free, main courses, Seafood Tagged With: main course salad, slow roasted salmon

Roasted Beets

March 20, 2019 by Jeanette 2 Comments

roasted beets

Roasted Beets are simple to prepare and delicious in salads. I first became obsessed with roasted beets about nine years ago when I ordered the most amazing beet salad at a local restaurant (Farmer’s Table) that used home grown vegetables. It was right around the time when farm-to-table restaurants started to pop up everywhere. The…

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Filed Under: dairy-free, gluten-free, salads, side dishes, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian

Slow Roasted Citrus Salmon

March 18, 2019 by Jeanette 2 Comments

Slow Roasted Citrus Salmon

Slow Roasted Citrus Salmon is delicious, healthy and easy to make. Serve it for dinner with sauteed vegetables, or on top of a salad for a light, nutritious meal. I love salmon, but I don’t like it when it’s overcooked. So, I’ve found slow roasting salmon at a low temperature makes overcooking salmon almost impossible….

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Filed Under: dairy-free, Dinner, Easter, Fish, gluten-free, main courses, Seafood Tagged With: fish, salmon, seafood

Stir-Fry Velveted Chicken and Vegetables

March 12, 2019 by Jeanette 2 Comments

Stir-Fry Velveted Chicken and Vegetables

Stir-Fry Velveted Chicken and Vegetables highlights a special Chinese cooking technique called water velveting. Water velveting is a Chinese cooking method that results in the most tender chicken breast. It’s a healthy way of cooking boneless chicken breast, and a great way to ensure your chicken won’t be dry. I’ve used this cooking method with…

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Filed Under: Asian, Cancer, Chemotherapy Recipes, chicken, Cooking For Cancer, dairy-free, Dinner, Low Residue Diet, main courses Tagged With: Chinese cooking technique, low fiber diet, low residue diet, velveting cooking technique

Stir-Fry Ground Chicken and Green Beans Recipe

February 25, 2019 by Jeanette 6 Comments

Stir Fry Ground Chicken and Green Beans - simple, healthy, delicious dish

Stir-Fry Ground Chicken and Green Beans is a simple, healthy and delicious dish that can be made in less than 30 minutes.The humblest and easiest dishes often provide the same satisfaction as more complicated recipes. This simple stir-fry dish is a perfect example. I made stir-fry ground chicken and green beans for a friend who…

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Filed Under: Asian, chicken, dairy-free, Dinner, Low Residue Diet, main courses, Pantry Recipe

Chicken Saffron Rice Pilaf

February 18, 2019 by Jeanette 2 Comments

Chicken Saffron Rice Pilaf - a simple, but delicious and healthy meal. Kid-friendly, family-friendly

Chicken Saffron Rice Pilaf is a simple, comforting dish. I’ve been making this cozy chicken rice dish for a friend who is battling cancer. Both she and husband raved about it the first time I made it. I think there’s just something about chicken and rice that feels like a big hug when you eat…

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Filed Under: Chemotherapy Recipes, chicken, Cooking For Cancer, dairy-free, Dinner, gluten-free, Low Residue Diet, main courses, Pantry Recipe Tagged With: cooking for cancer, low fiber diet, low residue diet

Turkey Meatloaf Muffins Recipe

February 11, 2019 by Jeanette 4 Comments

Turkey Meatloaf Muffins

Turkey Meatloaf Muffins are a quick and easy dinner idea for busy weeknights. I made these individual meatloaf muffins for a cancer patient who is on a low fiber/low residue diet. These meatloaf muffins are a good source of protein, and are relatively low in carbs. Meatloaf cooked in muffin tins is a great time…

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Filed Under: Cancer, Cooking For Cancer, dairy-free, Dinner, Low Residue Diet, main courses, Pantry Recipe Tagged With: cancer cooking, low fiber diet, low residue diet

Chinese Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

February 7, 2019 by Jeanette 22 Comments

Shrimp Fried Brown Rice © Jeanette's Healthy Living

Homemade Chinese Shrimp Fried Rice is so much better than takeout – you have to try this recipe! Fried rice is such a common dish in our household that I wouldn’t even think to post a recipe for it on my blog, except for the fact that it’s so good and one of those dishes…

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Filed Under: Asian, dairy-free, Dinner, gluten-free, healthy choices, lunch, main courses, Pantry Recipe, Seafood, shellfish, side dishes, whole grain Tagged With: Chinese take out, Food Network Sensational Sides, how to make fried rice, recipe using leftovers, shrimp, the best fried rice

Lemon Chicken Rice Soup

January 28, 2019 by Jeanette 1 Comment

Lemon Chicken Rice Soup

Lemon Chicken Rice Soup is a healthy, nourishing soup that is a bowl of comfort. There is no added fat in this recipe, so this is a lighter option than some lemon chicken soups. 131 calories/1 freestyle point per serving. I made this soup for two cancer patients recently who are on a low fiber/low…

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Filed Under: Cancer, Chemotherapy Recipes, Cooking For Cancer, dairy-free, gluten-free, Low Residue Diet, soups Tagged With: cooking for cancer, low fiber diet, low residue diet

Chinese Poached Chicken with Ginger Soy Sauce

January 21, 2019 by Jeanette 7 Comments

Chinese Poached Chicken with Soy Ginger Sauce

Chinese Poached Chicken with Ginger Soy Sauce is a healthy and delicious way to prepare chicken. Make extra poached chicken and use in salads, soups, and noodle dishes throughout the week. 52 calories/0 Freestyle points per serving. Poaching is a virtually fat-free way of cooking chicken and fish.  Although seldom used in American kitchens, poaching…

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Filed Under: Asian, chicken, dairy-free, Dinner, dips and sauces, gluten-free, healthy choices, main courses Tagged With: poached chicken

Clean Eating Lentil Soup Recipe

January 7, 2019 by Jeanette 30 Comments

Clean Eating Lentil Soup © Jeanette's Healthy Living

This Clean Eating Lentil Soup is so easy to make and freezes really well. Make a batch, divide it into meal size portions, and freeze. When you’re yearning for a cup of hot soup, just pull a container out of the freezer. 94 calories/1 Freestyle point per cup. In the colder months of the year,…

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Filed Under: Beans/Legumes, Clean Eating, Cooking For Cancer, cruciferous vegetables, csa, dairy-free, gluten-free, healthy choices, New Year, Pantry Recipe, soups, vegan, vegetarian, whole grain Tagged With: anti-cancer soup, cancer-fighting ingredients, clean eating, clean eating recipe, easy lentil soup, simple lentil soup, vegan soup, vegetarian soup

Spinach Tofu Dumplings Recipe

December 3, 2018 by Jeanette 2 Comments

Spinach Tofu Dumplings - light vegetarian dumplings, packed with protein and iron

Spinach Tofu Dumpings are healthy, delicious and packed with protein and iron. Who doesn’t love Chinese dumplings. These vegetarian dumplings are a great option if you’re looking for a healthier, lighter dumpling. I came up with these spinach tofu dumplings because I was cooking for a friend undergoing cancer treatment who needed more protein and…

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Filed Under: appetizers, Asian, Chemotherapy Recipes, Cooking For Cancer, dairy-free, Dinner, main courses, vegetarian Tagged With: Chinese dumplings, vegetarian

Spicy Tuna Wonton Cups Recipe

November 29, 2018 by Jeanette 4 Comments

Spicy Tuna Wonton Cups - bite size spicy tuna appetizer perfect for parties

Spicy Tuna Wonton Cups are the perfect bite-size appetizer for parties. They’re easy to make and elegant enough for entertaining. My family loves spicy tuna rolls and basically anything that involves fresh ahi tuna. When we vacationed in Hawaii this past summer, I think my boys ordered ahi tuna almost every time we ate out….

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Filed Under: appetizers, Asian, Christmas, dairy-free, Holiday Appetizers, Holidays, Thanksgiving

Vanilla Soy Pudding

November 26, 2018 by Jeanette 6 Comments

Vanilla Soy Pudding - light enough for breakfast, snack or healthy dessert

Vanilla Soy Pudding is light, healthy and delicious, perfect for a snack, breakfast or dessert. Vegan and vegetarian adaptable, and gluten-free. Suitable for soft-food diet. I made this vanilla soy pudding for a cancer patient who has been experiencing bad side effects from chemotherapy and radiation. Some of the side effects include very bad mouth…

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Cancer, Chemotherapy Recipes, Cooking For Cancer, dairy-free, Desserts and Cookies, Dysphagia, gluten-free, Liquid/Soft Food Diet, Low Residue Diet, snacks, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: cancer cooking, low fiber diet, low residue diet, soft food, vegan, vegetarian

Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Herbed Thanksgiving Stuffing

November 21, 2018 by Jeanette 25 Comments

Gluten-Free Herbed Cornbread Stuffing

This Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Herbed Thanksgiving Stuffing is simple and elegant, and will please the pickiest eaters. If you’re entertaining guests with food allergies or intolerances this holiday season, this stuffing recipe should satisfy all your guests. I remember the first gluten-free Thanksgiving I made several years ago. Everything on the menu was naturally gluten-free except…

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Filed Under: dairy-free, gluten-free, healthy choices, Holidays, side dishes, Thanksgiving Tagged With: dairy-free thanksgiving, dairy-free Thanksgiving side dish, gluten-free dressing, gluten-free stuffing, Gluten-Free Thanksgiving, gluten-free Thanksgiving side dish

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