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Roasted Garlic Parmesan Green Beans

I’m always an advocate for eating your veggies & this combination I created is so fire! I usually like asparagus as my consistent side dish but green beans just as valid. This dish is one you definitely want to have in your rotation!

Serving Size

Serves 4 double for more servings.

Cooking Time

Prep 10 mins

Cook 30 mins

Recipe

2 bags of green beans (washed)

1/2 cup of vegan parmesan

1/4 cup of vegan butter

2 tablespoons of minced garlic

1 tablespoon of italian seasoning

1 tablespoon of chopped parsley

1/2 tablespoon of black pepper

1 tablespoon of garlic salt

(optional):

1 pack of plant based steak of choice

1/2 cup of bbq sauce of choice

1 cup of quinoa

1/2 tablespoon of italian seasoning, parsley, garlic salt, black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2. In a medium sized bowl add the green beans, minced garlic, seasonings, vegan butter & vegan parmesan.

3. Thoroughly mix all the ingredients together so the green beans are well coated.

4. On a sheet tray or baking pan add the green beans to it. Space them out well enough so they cook evenly.

5. Bake for 20 mins.

6. Once done set aside & add a sprinkle of fresh parsley & more parmesan on top.

7. (Optional) for the Korean BBQ Steak, pour the sauce in a sauté pan on medium heat, then add the steak to it.

8. Cook steak in the sauce until it thickens & is hot. Remove from the heat

9. For the herbed quinoa, boil 2 1/2 cups of water & add quinoa & let it cook 10-12 mins until fluffy but not mushy.

10. Plate up a dish with the quinoa, Korean bbq steak, & herbed quinoa. Sprinkle a bit of parsley on top for presentation.

11. Eat & enjoy!

This is the recipe I used to make these Garlic Parmesan Green Beans. Add this to your dinner rotation!

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I am Chef Lonnie.G I have been Vegan for 5 years & been building my chef brand since 2019. I have always had a love for cooking & baking ever since I was a young teenager. I have Carribean roots & alot of meals are inspired by what I ate growing up & the different places I have traveled through out my life. I’m always looking to expand, experiment, & teach new ways on how to expand our palates & still eat healthy meals. I have a variety services I offer such as Meal Prep, Private Chef, Virtual Cooking Classes.

Want a new dinner recipe? Check out our Jerk Chickpeas!

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Miami Mango Smoothie

Great for breakfast & even after a workout!

This is a simple recipe one anyone can make. I love starting the day with a refreshing smoothie. Having more fruit in your diet always will be a W. No better feeling then being energized & charged up to start the day.

Serving Size

Serves 1, double or triple recipe for more servings

Cooking Time

Prep 10 mins

Cook 5 mins

Recipe

1 mason jar

2 cups total of frozen mango, peaches, & pineapple

1/2 fresh mango diced in pieces

a few fresh sliced strawberries for topping

1/2 cup of maca powder

1/4 cup of chia seeds

1 cup of orange juice

Instructions

1. Add all the ingredients to the blender.

2. Blend until smooth consistency. (If its too thick for your liking add a bit more OJ to thin it out).

3. Pour smoothie into a mason jar.

4. Add the diced mangoes & sliced strawberries to the top. Sprinkle chia seeds on top.

5. Serve & drink up!

This is the recipe I used to make this Miami Mango Smoothie. Add this to your breakfast rotation!

Chef Lonnie.G

I am Chef Lonnie.G I have been Vegan for 5 years & been building my chef brand since 2019. I have always had a love for cooking & baking ever since I was a young teenager. I have Carribean roots & alot of meals are inspired by what I ate growing up & the different places I have traveled through out my life. I’m always looking to expand, experiment, & teach new ways on how to expand our palates & still eat healthy meals. I have a variety services I offer such as Meal Prep, Private Chef, Virtual Cooking Classes.

Want a new breakfast recipe? Check out our apple pie overnight oats!

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Apple Pie Overnight Oats

Great for breakfast & even after a workout!

Its a new year 2023! In 2022 I created a lot of great recipes & really expanded on my creativity! This year we gonna turn it up even more. I love a good breakfast to start the day. You can never go wrong with oats & fruit! This is a simple recipe that anyone can make.

Serving Size

Serves 2 people

Double recipe for more servings

Cooking Time

Prep 15 mins

Cook 10 mins

Recipe

1 mason jar

1/2 cup of old fashioned oats

1 whole apple diced in small pieces

3/4 cup of almond milk or (plant based milk of choice)

1/4 cup of chia seeds

1/4 cup of dairy free yogurt (I used coconut milk)

2 tablespoons of agave nectar (maple syrup works well too)

1 graham cracker for topping (optional)

1 cinnamon stick for topping

1 tablespoon of cinnamon

1/2 tablespoon of vegan butter

Instructions

1. In a hot pan sauté the apples in a lil vegan butter.

2. Add the cinnamon & agave to the apples. Stir consistently until thoroughly combined & apples are caramelized.

3. Take off heat & set aside.

4. In a mason jar add the oats, almond milk, yogurt, half of the caramelized apples (the other half will be used for the topping) & chia seeds.

5. Set in fridge to chill over night. (If eating sooner 1-2 hrs is fine.)

6. Take oats out of fridge & top with remaining apples, one cinnamon stick, a sprinkle of cinnamon.

7. Eat & enjoy!

This is the recipe I used to make this fire Apple Pie Overnight Oats very tasty. Definitely add this to your rotation!

Chef Lonnie.G

I am Chef Lonnie.G I have been Vegan for 5 years & been building my chef brand since 2019. I have always had a love for cooking & baking ever since I was a young teenager. I have Carribean roots & alot of meals are inspired by what I ate growing up & the different places I have traveled through out my life. I’m always looking to expand, experiment, & teach new ways on how to expand our palates & still eat healthy meals. I have a variety services I offer such as Meal Prep, Private Chef, Virtual Cooking Classes.

Want a new dinner recipe? Checkout our Veggie Lo Mein Noodles!

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Veggie Lo Mein

Asian cuisine has always been one of my favorites.

Outside of the classics like fried rice & spring rolls the lo mein noodles always hit. So you know I had to put my own sauce on it. The Chef Lonnie.G way.

This is a simple recipe that anyone can make.

Serving Size

Serves 4 people

Double recipe for more servings

Cooking Time

Prep 30 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Recipe

1 head of broccoli chopped

1/2 cup of sliced red bell peppers

1/2 cup of sliced bella mushrooms

1/2 cup of sliced yellow onions

2 cloves of garlic minced

1 pack of lo mein noodles

1/4 cup of liquid aminos or (soy sauce)

1 cup of stir fry sauce

1 tablespoon of olive oil (sesame oil for more flavor)

1/2 tablespoon of garlic powder

1/2 tablespoon of parsley

Instructions

1. Bring water to a boil for lo mein noodles to cook.

2. Sauté onions & garlic in oil until soft.

3. Add the mushrooms, broccoli, peppers, to the pan & sauté for 3 mins until soft.

4. Drop the noodles in the water & cook for 4 mins until soft yet slightly firm.

5. Add the liquid aminos to the veggies & seasoning’s.

6. Drain the noodles & add them to veggies. Add the stir fry sauce & mix everything well.

7. Sprinkle a bit of parsley on top & take off the heat.

8. Plate up & serve with spring rolls on the side with chopsticks (if you want).

9. Eat & enjoy.

This is the recipe I used to make this fire Lo Mein Noodles very tasty. Definitely add this to your rotation!

Chef Lonnie.G

I am Chef Lonnie.G I have been Vegan for 5 years & been building my chef brand since 2019. I have always had a love for cooking & baking ever since I was a young teenager. I have Carribean roots & alot of meals are inspired by what I ate growing up & the different places I have traveled through out my life. I’m always looking to expand, experiment, & teach new ways on how to expand our palates & still eat healthy meals. I have a variety services I offer such as Meal Prep, Private Chef, Virtual Cooking Classes.

Want a new snack recipe? Check out our Jamaican Beef Patties!

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Mushroom Fried Risotto

Super filling dish & very great taste with a variety of flavors. A unique simple dish for the cooler temperature weather.

This recipe is great for beginners. One you can easily master with a couple of attempts.

Serving Size

Serves 8-10 people

Double recipe for more servings

Half recipe for less servings

Cook Time

Prep 15 mins

Cook 15 mins

Recipe

4 cups of arborio rice

1 cup of sliced bell peppers

1 cup of diced carrots

1 cup of enoki mushrooms

1 cup of maitake mushrooms

1 cup of bella mushrooms

1/4 parsley & green onions

1 cup of yellow onions

2 cups of soy sauce (liquid amino’s is a good too)

1 tablespoon of minced garlic

1 tablespoon of salt

1 tablespoon of black pepper

1/2 cup of olive oil

Instructions

1. Heat a hot pan with with oil.

2. Bring water to a boil to cook the risotto rice.

3. Add rice & cook until firm but still soft.

4. Set rice aside once done.

5. In a hot pan add olive oil & sauté garlic. yellow onions, & carrots cook until soft.

6. Add bell peppers & mushrooms & cook until soft.

7. Add the cooked rice to the pan & stir everything well. Add soy sauce, seasonings.

8. Cook until rice has a slight crisp to it. Take off the heat, let cool & garnish with green onions.

9. Serve, eat & enjoy.

This is the recipe I used to make this fire mushroom fried risotto. Super tasty definitely add this to your rotation!

Chef Lonnie.G

I am Chef Lonnie.G I have been Vegan for 5 years & been building my chef brand since 2019. I have always had a love for cooking & baking ever since I was a young teenager. I have Carribean roots & alot of meals are inspired by what I ate growing up & the different places I have traveled through out my life. I’m always looking to expand, experiment, & teach new ways on how to expand our palates & still eat healthy meals. I have a variety services I offer such as Meal Prep, Private Chef, Virtual Cooking Classes.

Want a new dessert recipe check out our Peach Cobbler Cheesecake!

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Vegan Peach Cobbler Cheesecake

One of the most popular down south classic desserts.

I wanted to give my hand at this recipe & give it the Chef Lonnie.G treatment. I love cheesecake heavy & I knew it would pair well with a rich decadent peach cobbler.

This recipe is great for intermediate & expert bakers. Even if your new with baking this is still one you can learn to sharpen your skills.

Serving Size

Serves 4-6 people. Double recipe for more servings.

Cook Time

Prep 2 hrs

Cook 40 mins

Chill 2 hrs (overnight for more firm cheesecake)

Recipe

For the crust:

• ½ cup walnuts

• ½ cup almonds

• 1 cup pitted dates

¼ cup maple syrup

(I used a pre made crust)

For the Cheesecake Filling:

2 ½ cup raw cashews soaked

1 tablespoon lemon juice

⅓ cup almond milk

1 tablespoon of vanilla extract

¼ cup agave (maple syrup) is fine too

Peach Cobbler:

3 cups of sliced peaches (canned or fresh is fine)

1/2 cup ap flour

2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tablespoon of cinnamon

1/2 tablespoon of nutmeg

1 tsp salt

1 1/2 tablespoon of vanilla

1 1/2 cup of sugar

1 cup of almondmilk

1/2 cup of melted vegan butter

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

3. Blend soaked cashews, lemon juice, almond milk, vanilla extract, & agave until smooth for 3 mins.

4. Consistency should be smooth but not too thin. Pour the cheesecake mix into crust.

5. Freeze for 2 hrs to let set. (Overnight for a more firm cheesecake).

6. In a medium bowl whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, 1 cup of sugar. Set aside.

7. In a sauté pan add water, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, & sugar.

8. Add peaches & simmer on medium heat until they begin to caramelize.

9. Take the peaches off the heat.

10. In a baking dish add the melted butter. Then pour the cobbler batter on top.

11. Scoop the peaches on top of the cobbler batter. Bake for 40 mins on 350.

12. Let cobbler cool for 15-20 mins until room temp. Then scoop the cobbler on top of the cheesecake until completely covered.

13. Slice cheesecake, plate up & enjoy!

This is the recipe I used to make this Peach Cobbler Cheesecake. Add this to your weekly rotation!

Chef Lonnie.G

I am Chef Lonnie.G I have been Vegan for 5 years & been building my chef brand since 2019. I have always had a love for cooking & baking ever since I was a young teenager. I have Carribean roots & alot of meals are inspired by what I ate growing up & the different places I have traveled through out my life. I’m always looking to expand, experiment, & teach new ways on how to expand our palates & still eat healthy meals. I have a variety services I offer such as Meal Prep, Private Chef, Virtual Cooking Classes.

Want a new dinner recipe? Check out our Cilantro Lime Rice Special!

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Classic Chickpea Curry

One of my favorite all time dishes.

This was like the first recipe I really mastered when I first went vegan. Since then I haven’t looked back.

Great recipe for beginner culinarians. Its very simple & super tasty. One that will be a go to recipe for you.

Serving Size

Serves 4 people double recipe for more servings!

Cook Time

Prep 15 mins

Cook 20 mins

Recipe

1 can of rinsed chickpeas

1 can of coconut milk

1/2 cup of diced yellow onions

1/4 tablespoons of minced garlic

2 tablespoons of curry powder

1 tablespoon of garlic powder

sprinkle of black pepper

1/2 tablespoon of sea salt

1/2 old bay seasoning

(Optional)

jasmine rice, fried plantains, fresh avocado

Instructions

1. Sauté onions & garlic until its soft & fragrant.

2. Add curry powder to the veggies & cook for 2-3 minutes. (Curry powder has turmeric in it which is a raw spice & it needs to be cooked to release the flavors).

3. Add chickpeas & saute until slightly firm 3-4 minutes.

4. Pour in the coconut milk & let simmer on low heat for 10 minutes. This will build the sauce.

5. Check the curry & stir occasionally. Once sauce is thickened add in the remaining seasonings & turn off heat.

6. Plate up & serve with Jasmine Rice, Fried Plantains & Fresh Avocado or just eat it solo!

This is the recipe I used to make this Classic Chickpea Curry. Add this to your weekly rotation!

Chef Lonnie.G

I am Chef Lonnie.G I have been Vegan for 5 years & been building my chef brand since 2019. I have always had a love for cooking & baking ever since I was a young teenager. I have Carribean roots & alot of meals are inspired by what I ate growing up & the different places I have traveled through out my life. I’m always looking to expand, experiment, & teach new ways on how to expand our palates & still eat healthy meals. I have a variety services I offer such as Meal Prep, Private Chef, Virtual Cooking Classes.

Want a new dinner recipe for the summer? Check out our BBQ Oyster Mushroom Sliders!

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Blessed Buddha Bowl

I believe when transitioning to a more plant based diet, its best to have easy recipes on deck that you can cook up & not have to be stressed on what to eat. This bowl is super clutch for that.

Bowls are versatile & you can mix/match to your liking. Great source of plantbased protein, fiber & will have your energy levels high. A great recipe for beginner culinarians.

Serving Size

Serves 2 people, double recipe for more servings

Cook Time

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Recipe

3 cups of pre-cooked brown rice

1 ripe avocado

1 ripe plantain

1 yellow squash

1 zucchini squash

1/2 cup of cooked black beans

1/2 cup olive oil

1 tsp of black sesame seeds (regular works as well)

1/4 cup of buffalo sauce

1 tbs of garlic salt

1/2 tbs black pepper

1/2 tbs of cumin

sprinkle of parsley

1/2 tbs of old bay seasoning

Instructions

1. Cook brown rice until done & set aside in a bowl.

2. Slice & fry plantains until soft but slightly crisp. Season with garlic salt.

3. Diced the zucchini & squash into small pieces & place on a sheet tray. Drizzle with olive oil. Season with garlic salt, black pepper, cumin, old bay seasoning.

4. Roast the veggies in oven on 400 degrees for 15 mins, or until soft but firm.

5. Add the cooked black beans to a small bowl & add garlic salt, black pepper, old bay seasoning, parsley mix well, set aside.

6. Add brown rice to a bowl, then add the roasted veggies, next add black beans, then the fried plantains.

7. Slice fresh avocado & add to the bowl. Drizzle the buffalo sauce on top, then sprinkle black sesame seeds & add a touch of parsley & old bay seasoning for color. Eat & enjoy!

This is the recipe I used to make this fire Buddha Bowl. Super tasty & simple to make. Add this to your weekly rotation!

Chef Lonnie.G

I am Chef Lonnie.G I have been Vegan for 5 years & been building my chef brand since 2019. I have always had a love for cooking & baking ever since I was a young teenager. I have Carribean roots & alot of meals are inspired by what I ate growing up & the different places I have traveled through out my life. I’m always looking to expand, experiment, & teach new ways on how to expand our palates & still eat healthy meals. I have a variety services I offer such as Meal Prep, Private Chef, Virtual Cooking Classes.

I partnered with the All Natural Brand to promote more exposure towards more plant-based & eating more whole foods. Health in all aspects is very important, mentally, physically, spiritually. Together we strive to make holistic well being the new norm.

Want an easy breakfast recipe? Check out our Simple Super Food Smoothie!

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Simple Superfood Smoothie

Smoothie’s have been my go to for awhile, especially for breakfast. Its a great way to start the day with something light & not heavy on the body. A great way to intake fruits & veggies.

You can do multiple variations of smoothies, mixing & using different ingredients. These are great for beginner culinarians, because they are very simple & take a short amount of time.

Serving Size

Serves 2 people, double recipe for more servings.

Cook Time

Prep 10 minutes

Cook 5 mins

Recipe

1/4 cup frozen mangoes

1 frozen banana in half

1/2 cup frozen berries

1/2 cup of orange juice

a handful of pitted dates

1/2 cup of plant-based protein powder

1 tbs of agave nectar

1/2 tbs of cinnamon

1/4 cup of chia seeds

Instructions

1. Add frozen fruit to the blender.

2. Add dates, protein powder, cinnamon, chia seeds & orange juice.

3. Blend together until smooth but slightly thick.

4. Pour into a mason jar or cup of choice, drink & enjoy!

This is the recipe to make this dope Superfood Smoothie. Packed with antioxidants, protein, fiber, everything you need to keep your immune system on point. 10/10 add this to your culinary bag.

Chef Lonnie.G

I am Chef Lonnie.G I have been Vegan for 5 years & been building my chef brand since 2019. I have always had a love for cooking & baking ever since I was a young teenager. I have Carribean roots & alot of meals are inspired by what I ate growing up & the different places I have traveled through out my life. I’m always looking to expand, experiment, & teach new ways on how to expand our palates & still eat healthy meals. I have a variety services I offer such as Meal Prep, Private Chef, Virtual Cooking Classes.

I partnered with the All Natural Brand to promote more exposure towards more plant-based & eating more whole foods. Health in all aspects is very important, mentally, physically, spiritually. Together we strive to make holistic well being the new norm.

Want a fresh new salad recipe? Check out our Supreme Salad!

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Supreme Plant Based Salad

I personally loved salads growing up but I got tired of them afterwhile, especially when I went vegan. Those kale salads always were my go to & I decided to recreate it with some of my fav ingredients.

Salads don’t have to be just boring greens with dressing. You can elevate it & add ingredients to spice it up & give it some flavor. This recipe is great for beginner culinarians & those who need more transitional meals.

Serving Size

Serves 4 people, double recipe for more servings.

Cook Time

Prep 20 minutes

Cook 15 minutes

Recipe

3 cups of freshly washed kale

1 can of chickpeas drained

1/2 tbs of olive oil

1 tbs of grape seed oil

1 ripe plantain

1 roma tomato (any tomato will do)

1/2 tbs of jerk seasoning

1/4 tbs of curry powder

1/3 cup of italian dressing

1 ripe avocado

1/2 tbs black pepper

1/2 tbs sea salt

1/2 tbs old bay seasoning

Instructions

1. Wash & drain your kale, set aside in a bowl.

2. Pour the olive oil into kale & massage thoroughly until well mixed. Add a pinch of salt. Set aside.

3. Slice your plantains into 1 inch pieces & fry until golden brown in grape seed oil. Set aside.

4. In a hot pan with oil add the jerk seasoning, curry powder & chickpeas. Sauté until the chickpeas are soft. Then remove from fire & add black pepper & a bit of old bay seasoning. Set aside.

5. Dice tomatoes in small pieces set aside in a bowl.

6. Add the italian dressing to the kale & mix until thoroughly combined.

7. Chop dates up into small pieces. Slice avocado into medium pieces & set aside.

8. Build the salad, starting with the kale in the bowl, add tomatoes, plantains, avocado, dates. Sprinkle a bit of old bay on top & drizzle more dressing for presentation. Eat & enjoy!