Tasting to Thrive

Tasting to Thrive Hi! I'm Lauren, and I’m a Registered Dietitian. My goal is to help you on your journey to a balanced, happy and healthy lifestyle.

12/15/2025

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I swear this easy vegan potato leek soup has so quickly been added to my weekly dinner rotation because it’s THAT easy and delicious!

Have you ever tried adding silken tofu to blended soups?!

12/08/2025

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This easy vegan cookie recipe is my favorite for holiday baking because it’s a one bowl snickerdoodle recipe that’s SO easy to make!

I promise, no one will even know they’re vegan! The perfect easy dessert everyone will love!

12/01/2025

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This easy vegan pasta recipe has instantly become a fave of mine because it has over 20g of protein per serving from TOFU!

I promise, you’d never even know! It’s the perfect easy weeknight meal the whole family will love!

11/20/2025

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These EASY high protein meals are also high in fiber and seriously SO delicious!

They’re perfect for easy meal prep and are gonna be staples in your weekly meal rotation!

11/19/2025

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This 20-Minute Creamy Vegan Tortellini Soup comes together in one pot and is so cozy and warming while still managing to be a healthy, high protein soup recipe! With over 20 grams of protein and 10 grams of fiber per serving it’ll keep you you feeling nourished and satisfied all winter long!

I love to meal prep a big batch of soup ahead of a busy week for an easy dinner recipe (or lunch!) and this couldn’t be more perfect for that. Use whatever tortellini in it that you like and enjoy!

Ingredients
    •    1 tbsp olive oil
    •    1 yellow onion diced
    •    6 cloves of garlic minced
    •    2 tsp italian seasoning
    •    156 ml tomato paste
    •    1 tsp salt or to taste
    •    1/4 tsp pepper or to taste
    •    540 ml white navy beans drained and rinsed
    •    4 cups vegetable stock
    •    1 cup canned coconut milk can be subbed for unsweetened soy or oat milk
    •    280 g tortellini of your choice
    •    1/4 cup of packed basil sliced
    •    2 cups kale destemmed and diced, I used frozen
    •    3 tbsp nutritional yeast

Instructions
In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until the onion becomes translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the Italian seasonings, tomato paste, salt and pepper and sauté for another 1-2 minutes.
Add the white beans, vegetable stock and canned coconut milk and bring the soup to a low boil. Add the lid and reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 7-10 minutes to let the flavors develop.
Add the tortellini directly to the soup and cook per package instructions. Typically, this means cooking until the tortellini starts floating to the top of the soup, which took about 5 minutes for me.
Once the tortellini is cooked, stir in the basil, kale, and nutritional yeast until the kale is wilted and enjoy!

11/13/2025

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These Peanut Butter Energy Balls take all of 5 minutes to make, have 5 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber per ball (WITHOUT any protein powder!) and make the perfect easy, healthy snack that’s also the best easy meal prep snack to throw into your bag or grab from the fridge when you’re on the go!

Hot tip: You can totally make these as is, OR you can add chocolate chips into the batter before rolling or drizzle some melted chocolate on top… I think you all know what I’m gonna recommend that you do!

Make sure you save this for when you need an easy snack recipe!

Ingredients
    •    1 cup of large flake oats
    •    1/4 cup honey plus more if your peanut butter isn’t runny
    •    1/2 cup natural peanut butter make sure it’s runny
    •    1/4 chia seeds
    •    1/4 tsp salt
    •    1/4 tsp cinnamon

Optional
    •    2 tbsp plant-based milk as needed, if your batter is too dry
    •    1/4 cup chocolate chips

Instructions
If you’re making these energy balls in a food processor
Add the large flake oats, honey, natural peanut butter, chia seeds, cinnamon and salt to the food processor and blend until the ingredients start to form together, which took about 2 minutes for me.  If you want to add chocolate chips, stir them in now by hand. Once the dough has formed, scoop 2 about tablespoons of dough with a spoon and shape into balls, laying on a plate. Refrigerate and enjoy!

11/11/2025

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These Easy Garlicky Green beans are seriously the best healthy side dish for your holiday table OR any weeknight when you want a fast recipe that comes together in less than 10 minutes!

The best vegetarian side dish that your whole family is going to devour!

Ingredients
    •    2 tbsp olive oil or butter
    •    350 g green beans destemmed
    •    3 cloves garlic minced
    •    1/4 tsp salt or to taste
    •    1/4 tsp pepper or to taste
    •    1/2 lemon juiced
    •    2 tbsp nutritional yeast

Heat the olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Toss in the green beans, salt and pepper and sauté, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and continue to sauté until the green beans are bright, tender-crisp, and slightly blistered, for about 8-10 minutes total. Sprinkle with nutritional yeast and and finish with fresh lemon juice and enjoy!

11/10/2025

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This 5-Minute Creamy Sesame Ginger Dressing is rich, tangy, and totally addictive.

I’ve been making it on repeat and pouring it over everything, especially kale salads this crunchy tofu cabbage salad!

Why you’ll love it:
✨ Creamy, savory-sweet flavor with a hint of ginger kick
✨ Just a few pantry staples and 5 minutes to make
✨ Doubles as a dip, dressing, or marinade, so versatile!

Pro tip: Make a double batch and keep it in the fridge for easy meals all week.

11/09/2025

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This Herby Breaded Tofu is the protein-packed dinner you didn’t know you needed.

Crispy, garlicky, and golden on the outside, tender on the inside—and with 36 grams of plant-based protein per serving, it’s as filling as it is delicious.

The best part? It takes just 20 minutes in the oven, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

Why you’ll be obsessed:

✨ Crispy + flavorful without frying
✨ Packs 36g protein per serving
✨ Easy, nourishing, weeknight-friendly

Pro tip: Serve it with roasted veggies or over a big salad for a complete, satisfying meal!

11/08/2025

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Say hello to your new go-to lunch: 15-Minute Vibrant Chickpea Greek Salad!

Crunchy veggies, protein-packed chickpeas, tangy kalamata olives, and a bright, herby lemon dressing come together in just minutes—no cooking required.

Why you’ll love it:
✨ Ready in 15 minutes flat
✨ Packed with plant-based protein + fiber
✨ Perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, or light dinners

Pro tip: Toss it over greens, scoop it into a wrap, or enjoy it on its own for a super satisfying, healthy meal!

11/07/2025

HEALTHY VEGAN DINNERS THAT TAKE LESS THAN 20 MINUTES ✨

We all need a quick and easy dinner recipe from time to time (or if you’re like me, everyday) and these 5 are some of my go-to’s when I want an easy meal that’s also super nutritious or can be meal prepped ahead of time!

✨BBQ Soy Curl Bowl with Creamy Dill Dressing
✨ Bruschetta Inspired Pasta Salad
✨Apple Dill Chickpea Mash
✨Arugula, Apple & Raddichio Salad
✨Sunflower Sesame Noodle Bowl

Get all the recipes on my website, www.tastingtothrive.c0m!

11/06/2025

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These Brownie Batter Overnight Oats are basically dessert for breakfast, except they’re secretly loaded with nutrition.

Think rich, chocolatey, and ultra-satisfying…with over 15g of plant-based protein + 14g fiber packed in (yep, no protein powder needed 👏).

Perfect for busy mornings when cooking isn’t happening.

Just 5 minutes to prep, then let the fridge work its magic overnight!

Why you’ll be obsessed:
✨Chocolatey, brownie-batter vibes
✨Wholesome ingredients, no fuss
✨Keeps you full + energized for hours

Pro tip: Top with a swirl of PB or fresh berries for the ultimate breakfast upgrade!

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