https://www.loveandlemons.com/ Healthy, whole food, vegan and vegetarian recipes Tue, 06 Jan 2026 14:44:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.loveandlemons.com/vegan-meal-prep-ideas/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/vegan-meal-prep-ideas/#respond Tue, 06 Jan 2026 14:40:39 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=89430
If you want to eat more plants in 2026, these vegan meal prep ideas are for you! They include our best grab-and-go breakfasts, packable lunches, and make-ahead dinners—all healthy, delicious, and entirely plant-based. After weeks of holiday treats, I always start January in the mood for fresh, feel-good food. The easiest way to ensure I actually eat the nourishing meals I’m craving is by meal prepping. That way, when we’re running late for school drop off or I get bogged down with work, I’m not tempted to skip a meal or order takeout. I have a healthy option ready to go! […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/vegan-meal-prep-ideas/feed/ 0 https://www.loveandlemons.com/creamed-corn/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/creamed-corn/#comments Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:10:31 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=86689
Don’t buy creamed corn in a can—this recipe is easy to make from scratch! It calls for 8 basic ingredients, comes together in a single skillet, and tastes SO much better than any canned cream corn I’ve tried. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with crisp, juicy sweet corn, it’s a delicious, comforting side dish. You can make this recipe with fresh or frozen corn, but through September, while corn is still in season, I’ll be making it on repeat with fresh. I love the intense sweetness and satisfying crunch of the peak-season kernels in this dish. That said, if you want […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/creamed-corn/feed/ 2 https://www.loveandlemons.com/labor-day-recipes/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/labor-day-recipes/#comments Tue, 26 Aug 2025 13:03:32 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=86614
Looking for Labor Day food ideas? You’re in the right place! Below, I’ve rounded up our best Labor Day recipes for an epic end-of-summer cookout. You’ll find easy mains that you can toss on the grill, fun appetizers, seasonal side dishes, and—of course—summer desserts to round out the meal. I don’t know exactly what I’m making for our BBQ yet…but I do know that corn, tomatoes, and peaches will be on the menu. If you ask me, summer food is the best food. Celebrate it this weekend with these Labor Day recipes! Labor Day Appetizer Ideas Corn Salsa Crisp, juicy sweet […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/labor-day-recipes/feed/ 8 https://www.loveandlemons.com/shishito-peppers-recipe/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/shishito-peppers-recipe/#comments Tue, 12 Aug 2025 14:01:05 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=59301
This blistered shishito peppers recipe is the simplest summer appetizer. It relies on just 3 main ingredients—shishito peppers, salt, and oil—but it’s still flavorful, satisfying, and totally addictive. You might think you’re going to eat one pepper, maybe two, but before you know it, you’ll have devoured half the pan! Um…yes, I’m speaking from experience. If you’re not familiar with shishito peppers, they’re small, thin-walled peppers that are traditionally used in Japanese and Korean cooking. These days, you can often find them at farmers markets and at major grocery stores like Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s. Most of the time, shishitos […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/shishito-peppers-recipe/feed/ 11 https://www.loveandlemons.com/corn-salsa/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/corn-salsa/#comments Thu, 24 Jul 2025 12:00:16 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=49004
This corn salsa recipe is full of fresh summer flavor! Sweet, juicy corn kernels play off crisp bell peppers and red onion, spicy jalapeños, cilantro, and zesty lime. I love to serve it as a summer appetizer with tortilla chips, and it’s also great on burrito bowls, taco salads, and more. Think Chipotle’s corn salsa, but better. Like many of my favorite summer recipes, this corn salsa is easy to make. Simply dice up the veggies, chop the corn kernels off the cob, and stir everything together. If you’re doing the math, that means that I use raw corn in […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/corn-salsa/feed/ 21 https://www.loveandlemons.com/air-fryer-corn-on-the-cob/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/air-fryer-corn-on-the-cob/#comments Thu, 17 Jul 2025 14:54:56 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=85971
Air fryer corn on the cob has been a total game changer for me. It’s the quickest, easiest way I know to cook corn on the cob! This recipe takes just 10 minutes from start to finish, and it yields perfectly cooked, tender sweet corn. Bonus: it doesn’t heat up your kitchen in the process. I won’t lie—I still make boiled corn on the cob and grilled corn on the cob for summer cookouts and BBQs. But when I want to make a small batch in as little time as possible, this air fryer method can’t be beat. It’s perfect […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/air-fryer-corn-on-the-cob/feed/ 1 https://www.loveandlemons.com/cucumber-tomato-salad/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/cucumber-tomato-salad/#comments Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:01:27 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=50279
This cucumber tomato salad recipe is the simplest summer side dish! Making it is as easy as tossing sliced cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, crisp onions, and herbs with a tangy 5-ingredient dressing. I make some version of it every week in the summer, changing up the herbs to use what looks best in my garden or tossing in fun add-ins like avocado or cheese. Bright and refreshing, it pairs well with almost any meal, from fresh summer pastas to veggie burgers off the grill. Whether you make it as written or make it your own, this recipe is a great one […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/cucumber-tomato-salad/feed/ 8 https://www.loveandlemons.com/potato-salad-recipe/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/potato-salad-recipe/#comments Thu, 26 Jun 2025 13:00:16 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=70562
This potato salad recipe is hands down the BEST I’ve tried. It’s creamy, it’s tangy, and it’s flecked with savory herbs, crunchy celery, and (optional, but delicious) hard-boiled eggs. I’ll be bringing it to every cookout and BBQ we attend this summer. It’s essentially the classic potato salad that appeared at every picnic and potluck throughout my childhood, but it has a few key twists. First, I add diced dill pickles for crunch, and I also mix a splash of pickle brine into the creamy mayo and mustard dressing. The extra burst of acidity really makes the potatoes pop. Fresh […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/potato-salad-recipe/feed/ 126 https://www.loveandlemons.com/halloumi-salad/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/halloumi-salad/#comments Mon, 23 Jun 2025 21:54:54 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=85798
Cheese lovers, this grilled halloumi salad is for you! It stars salty, squeaky halloumi cheese, a goat and sheep’s milk cheese that hails from Cyprus. The #1 thing you should know about this cheese is that you can cook it! Its high melting point and firm texture make it perfect for grilling and roasting. I mean, grilled cheese?! Yes, please! This simple salad is one of my favorite ways to use grilled halloumi. The smoky, salty cheese plays off hearty croutons, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and a tangy Greek dressing. It’s sort of like a cross between a classic Greek […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/halloumi-salad/feed/ 3 https://www.loveandlemons.com/fathers-day-grilling-recipes/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/fathers-day-grilling-recipes/#respond Thu, 12 Jun 2025 12:52:40 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=85084
Father’s Day is coming up this weekend! To celebrate, my family is getting together for a backyard cookout (complete with my favorite Father’s Day side dish—see yesterday’s post!). In case that’s how you’re celebrating too, I’ve rounded up 10 easy grilling recipes below. They include fun appetizers, simple sides, mouthwatering mains, and even a dessert—all of which you can cook on the grill. They minimize cleanup and maximize the time you get to spend outside, which I consider a huge win on any summer holiday. I hope you find some you love…and to all the dads reading, happy Father’s Day! […]

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