Hosting Like a Pro: 9 Plant-Based Recipes to Save Your Sanity
November is here, and with it comes a whirlwind of hosting duties. From football Sundays to Thanksgiving feasts, it can be overwhelming to cater to a crowd while maintaining your health goals. Fear not, dear host! Ella Mills, blogger, author, and business owner of Deliciously Ella, shares her secrets for effortless, plant-based entertaining.
Satisfy Your Guests with These Simple Recipes
1. Oven-Roasted Sweet Corn Salsa
Ditch the store-bought guac and wow your guests with this sweet corn salsa. Roasting brings out the natural sweetness, making it a perfect pairing for toasted baguette slices.
2. Cinnamon and Maple Almonds: A Party Favor Favorite
Skip the bland mixed nuts and treat your guests to these addictive, homemade almonds. The cinnamon and spice glaze will leave them feeling satisfied, not hangry.
3. Autumn-Inspired Roasted Veggie and Chickpea Stew
This vibrant stew is a feast for the eyes and taste buds. Double the recipe to ensure leftovers, because trust us, you’ll want them.
4. No-Bake Raw Date and Hazelnut Brownies
These 20-minute wonders are the ultimate hosting hack. Whip up a batch, store them in the fridge, and enjoy the oohs and aahs from your guests.
5. Loaded Mexican-Style Potato Skins with a Twist
Mexican flavors meet healthy twists in these loaded potato skins. Top with cashew cream, guacamole, or both – your guests will thank you.
6. Avocado and Banana Cacao Mousse: A Healthy Ice Cream Alternative
This creamy mousse is a game-changer. Blend, chill, and serve – your guests will be none the wiser about its healthy ingredients.
7. Refreshing Fennel and Corn Quinoa Salad
Light and citrusy, this salad boasts bursts of pomegranate seeds and pine nuts. The avocado and quinoa provide sustained energy, so you can keep on hosting.
8. Fruity Raw Chocolate Orange Brownies
Get your chocolate fix with a fruity twist. These four-ingredient brownies are a breeze to make and packed with nutritious goodness.
9. Roasted Veggies with a Secret Ingredient: Tomato Pesto
Roasting veggies in bulk is a hosting lifesaver. Add a sprinkle of crushed almonds and a dollop of tomato pesto for a surprisingly elevated side dish. Your guests will be impressed!
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