This Homemade Salt-Free Bouillon Powder by Dr. Cindy Tanzar is a simple, clean, and flavorful way to season soups, sauces, grains, and vegetables. Free from salt, MSG, and preservatives, this pantry staple adds depth and comfort to your cooking—without counting toward your daily checklist.
These Marinated Vegetable Kebabs are fresh, colorful, and bursting with flavor. Marinated in balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and herbs, they’re perfect for summer grilling or easy oven roasting. Vegan, healthy, and ready in under 30 minutes of cooking time, they’re a vibrant addition to any meal.
Cauliflower Kugel by Dr. Cindy Tanzar offers a low-carb, gluten-free spin on the classic baked casserole. Crispy, savory, and perfect for holidays or meal prep, this healthy dish fits standard, ovo-vegetarian, and maintenance plans.
Looking for a quick, healthy side dish that packs flavor and crunch? This roasted bok choy recipe is simple, satisfying, and ready in just 20 minutes—perfect for anyone on a wellness journey.
Try this fresh strawberry salsa by Dr. Cindy Tanzar for a sweet and spicy twist on your favorite meals. Easy, colorful, and plan-approved for Standard, Vegan, and Maintenance!
Caponata is a delicious Sicilian eggplant dish with many variations. It’s flavors are savory and earthy, yet tangy. It can be served warm or at room temperature as a side dish, or as a topping for grilled chicken or fish. Making this dish ahead of time lets the flavors develop even further.
This Fall/Winter recipe is beautiful for your holiday table or delicious any time you can purchase fresh or frozen unsweetened cranberries. The cranberries add a nice tart pop to the sweet and spicy, roasted squash.
ROASTED CANNED ARTICHOKES by Dr. Cindy Tanzar Plan: (Standard, Vegan/Vegetarian, & Maintenance) Serving information: One serving is 1 cup and covers your vegetable for one meal. This recipe is about as easy as it gets, but don’t be fooled, because it really is delicious. Canned artichokes take all the work out of preparing and eating […]
Plan: (Standard, Vegan/Vegetarian, & Maintenance) Serving information: Makes 10-12 servings. One cup cooked covers your vegetables. INGREDIENTS (To save time, cut veggies ahead of time and store in refrigerator until ready to roast.) INSTRUCTIONS
This recipe shared by Cathy Blanks is quite innovative and a “must try” for our vegan and vegetarian clients. Feta cheese makes so many dishes special and is a terrific way to add protein to your meals.
Summertime is perfect for cold, raw salads. This recipe from one of our clients, Cindy Ussery, is so easy to prepare and just delicious. It offers a beautiful presentation, as well, and is great for outdoor barbecues or entertaining. With the zucchini sliced thin with a vegetable/potato peeler, you get a nice texture of crunch without feeling like you’re eating a big piece of raw zucchini. This will be sure to be a summertime favorite.
Plan: (Standard & Vegan/Vegetarian) Serving information: One serving is 1 cup cooked of vegetables. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS (oven) * Olive oil work fine in this recipe, as the oven temperature is much lower than the smoke point of the oil. Let me address zucchini chips. I have tried them several times in the oven, as have […]
During the summer zucchini is so plentiful, so it’s important to find new ways to fix your zucchini to keep from being bored with your food. This recipe from one of our Genesis clients, Cindy Ussery, is a great way to add a flavor punch while adding more vegetables into your diet. Keep in mind, because they are not coated with the traditional flour or parmesan cheese, they will not crisp up in the same way as a true zucchini fry. Just be sure not to overbake them or they will lose their crispness.
This dish makes a beautiful presentation. It’s great for everyday or special enough for a holiday table. The Vegan Parmesan Cheese used in this dish takes less than 5 minutes to make and can be used in so many soups, salads and dishes for added flavor.
Collard Greens have been a traditional southern favorite for a very long time. They are actually members of the cabbage family, but are also closely related to kale. Collards are rich with vitamins A and K, as well as being a great source of iron, the B-vitamin folate and calcium. These nutritional components can seep out of the greens while cooking, so you will want to enjoy them with the broth – better known as potlikker, which takes on every flavor in the pot. It’s delicious! Collards are the perfect complement to any southern comfort meal. Be sure to make plenty for leftovers during the week.
If you like collard greens, you will love the unique flavor of this recipe. If you think you don’t like them, it’s definitely time to try! This recipe is so easy and very quick if you use bagged, sliced collard greens. Collards are in the same cruciferous family as broccoli, kale, cabbage and Brussels sprouts, are highly nutritious and very affordable.
This Vegetable Tian by Dr. Cindy Tanzar is a gorgeous French-inspired roasted vegetable dish layered with zucchini, squash, and tomatoes over marinara. Perfect for standard, vegan, or maintenance plans—healthy eating has never looked so good!
Butternut squash is a fantastic low-carb alternative to sweet potatoes or other root vegetables you may be craving, and while you can find them year-round, Fall is really when they are at peak flavor and sweetness. Don’t be deterred by the thought of peeling or preparing this versatile autumn favorite.
Bok Choy and Napa cabbage are cruciferous vegetables – commonly known as Chinese cabbage. Unlike Western cabbage with its leaves rolled in a tight ball, they have long leaves similar to romaine lettuce. Bok Choy has a mild, peppery flavor that takes on a sweet taste when cooked, while still maintaining its crunch. It’s a perfect complement for the Asian flavors in this recipe.
Plan: (Standard & Vegan/Vegetarian) Serving information: One cup of broccoli is a serving covering your vegetables. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS
In this recipe adapted from the Pioneer Woman, we substitute traditional Siracha, which usually contains preservatives and sugar, with Frank’s Hot Sauce. You can always add a little stevia, monkfruit or Swerve, if you like. Since everyone’s tastes are different, try adding just a teaspoon of hot sauce (or none at all) to begin.
Spaghetti Squash with Sun-Dried Tomato, Garlic & Basil by Dr. Cindy Tanzar transforms a simple vegetable into a flavorful Italian-inspired dish that’s light, elegant, and plan-friendly.
This recipe was adapted from Tasteofhome.com. Shredding the Brussels sprouts gives them a whole new dimension of flavor and texture. If you love the flavors of Asian food, this recipe won’t disappoint.
I just needed to get your attention with “potatoes.” I know radishes are not the most popular vegetable, but something wonderful happens to them when they are roasted. They take on the texture of a roasted potato and have a very mild flavor. They are the closest thing to a potato you can get on a lower carb plan.
If you’re looking for a special recipe to enjoy this Fall season, you will really love these easy pumpkin wedges! You actually leave the peel on the pumpkin, which makes preparation a breeze. They soften very nicely in the oven.
Cauliflower is so versatile. Simply adding a new spice can totally change its appeal. This recipe is very simple and tasty. The curry is light and the touch of cinnamon adds a delicious flavor that is unexpected.
Once you’ve roasted your cauliflower, you’ll never want to steam it again. The browned areas create an amazing flavor. Feel free to alter the spices to your liking.
Plan: (Standard/Vegan/Maintenance) Serving information: A serving is 1.5 cups cooked and covers your fat and vegetable at your meal. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS
With the arrival of the Fall, we have received several requests for seasonal recipes. Since this squash and kale are made separately (one roasted, one stove top), you can either eat them separately or combine them. The roasted sweetness of the squash adds great flavor to the kale when mixed, but the vinegar added to the kale when served alone is amazing! It is a beautiful addition to a holiday table, too. You can add the vinegar when mixed, as well, for a sweet and sour taste.
These roasted Brussels sprouts have an amazing caramelized flavor. The balsamic vinegar and fresh thyme provide a fresh, earthy flavor that will make an ordinary side dish spectacular! They are very easy to make, but present beautifully – looking like you spent a lot of time in preparation. Don’t leave out the toasted almonds for added texture and flavor.
One of the ways you know Spring has arrived is that fresh asparagus is available everywhere. The stalks are tender and thin, not tough and woody, and the flavor is just delicious. Of course, roasting any vegetable will kick it up to a whole new level of flavor, but this recipe adds a lemon vinaigrette, which is an amazing flavor combination. A huge secret to weight loss is adding variety and making everyday foods seem special. Roasting and sauces do just that!
Not only are curry flavors and spices perfect for Fall, they also pack a great health punch. Curry powder, originating in East India, usually contains a blend of 10-15 spices.
Making risotto is quite a long process, because the arborio rice takes time to absorb the stock to make the final creamy dish. This grain-free, healthy version of risotto utilizes cauliflower rice to provide a rice texture, while the pumpkin lends to a velvety and creamy texture. The addition of sage makes this a perfect Fall side for when your pumpkin cravings hit.
Great healthy recipes are developed by thinking outside the box. It’s about creating the traditional flavors you love in unconventional ways – while being weight- loss friendly. This recipe is very easy and versatile.
Kale is an incredibly versatile green. It blends well into soups, can be used in salads or sautéed on top of the stove with a variety of dishes. It simply adds freshness, flavor and nutrition to everything. This recipe is very simple and easy to prepare. We prefer organic greens in our recipes due to insecticide residues that cover a larger surface area of the plant, as it is a leaf. Enjoy this recipe with the kale alone or with the red onion and mushrooms for variety.
Butternut squash is a favorite Fall vegetable that brings heartiness and a natural sweetness to any recipe. It can be cooked in a variety of ways, but roasting brings out the sweetness to a greater degree. This recipe provides an even greater taste profile by adding orange and maple flavors, which also make for special holiday dishes.
Craving something crunchy and salty but still healthy? These Nacho Kale Chips by Dr. Cindy Tanzar are your new favorite snack! Light, crispy, and loaded with zesty nacho flavor, they’re made from wholesome ingredients like fresh kale, nutritional yeast, and heart-healthy oils. Whether you use a dehydrator for maximum crunch or bake them in the oven for a quick fix, these chips deliver all the flavor of your favorite nachos — without the guilt. Perfect for satisfying cravings while staying on track with your Standard or Vegan/Vegetarian Plan.
This Mushroom & Spinach Cauliflower Rice by Dr. Cindy Tanzar is the perfect quick and healthy side dish. Packed with savory mushrooms, fresh spinach, and a light Tamari seasoning, it’s a flavorful way to elevate any meal — ready in just minutes and ideal for both Standard and Vegan/Vegetarian Plans.
These Marinated Portobello Mushrooms by Dr. Cindy Tanzar are rich, juicy, and full of flavor. Roasted with balsamic vinegar, garlic, and herbs, they’re a quick, healthy side or main dish that fits perfectly into both the Standard and Vegan/Vegetarian Plans. Simple, satisfying, and absolutely delicious!
Dr. Cindy Tanzar’s Hasselback Butternut Squash transforms a simple squash into a stunning, flavorful side. Brushed with garlic butter and Lakanto maple syrup, each slice caramelizes beautifully for a sweet-savory dish that’s perfect for any plan or occasion.
Take your veggies to the next level with Dr. Cindy Tanzar’s Grilled Vegetables with Basil Vinaigrette! This vibrant mix of smoky, charred vegetables is drizzled with a zesty basil vinaigrette that ties it all together. Perfect for the Standard or Vegan/Vegetarian Plan, this colorful dish makes a fresh and healthy addition to any meal — delicious warm off the grill or served chilled for meal prep.
Get your crunch fix with Dr. Cindy Tanzar’s Crispy Green Bean Fries! Lightly seasoned, golden, and baked (not fried), these guilt-free fries are a fun twist on classic veggies. Perfect for the Standard, Vegan/Vegetarian, or Maintenance Plan, they’re an easy way to turn simple green beans into a crave-worthy, healthy side or snack.
Skip the heavy casserole this year! Dr. Cindy Tanzar’s Garlic Roasted Green Beans are a light, flavorful upgrade — roasted with fresh garlic and red onions until golden and tender. Perfect for the Standard Plan, this easy side dish adds elegance and taste to any dinner table, especially during the holidays.
These Garlic Butter Zucchini Noodles by Dr. Cindy Tanzar are the perfect healthy comfort food — light, garlicky, and full of flavor. Whether topped with Parmesan or Vegan Parmesan, this quick and easy dish satisfies pasta cravings while staying plan-friendly and nourishing.
This Vegan “Chicken” Salad by Dr. Cindy Tanzar is creamy, flavorful, and full of plant-based protein. Made with pressed tofu, fresh herbs, and Genesis Vegan Mayo, it’s a refreshing twist on the classic that’s perfect for lunch, lettuce wraps, or meal prep.
This Easy Vegan Mayonnaise by Dr. Cindy Tanzar is creamy, versatile, and ready in minutes! Made with soy milk, avocado oil, and a touch of vinegar, it’s the perfect plant-based swap for traditional mayo — delicious in salads, dips, or dressings.
Craving pizza without the heaviness? This Spaghetti Squash with Sausage and Pizza Sauce brings all the comfort of your favorite slice—complete with savory sauce, tender veggies, and a cheesy finish—served over wholesome spaghetti squash. With options for both meat lovers and plant-based eaters, this easy and flavorful dish transforms pizza night into a healthy, feel-good celebration the whole family will love.
Add a burst of color and flavor to your table with Festive Green Bean Gremolata! Fresh green beans meet a lemon-garlic-parsley topping for a dish that’s light, lively, and ready in minutes. Perfect for holidays or weeknights, it’s a simple yet stunning side that makes healthy eating feel festive.
Make your own crunchy, flavorful pickles in minutes with this Easy Refrigerator Pickles recipe! Fresh cucumbers, dill, and vinegar create the perfect tangy bite—no canning or preservatives required. Customize them mild or spicy for a refreshing side dish that adds a pop of flavor to any meal.
Bright, crunchy, and full of zesty flavor, these Easy Pickled Vegetables make the perfect quick side or snack. With endless mix-and-match options, you can pickle your favorite veggies in minutes—no canning required! Enjoy them in salads, wraps, or straight from the jar for a refreshing burst of flavor anytime.
