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Cold Italian Pasta Salad (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Allergy-Free)

June 1, 2020 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 24 Comments

A Classic Italian Pasta Salad that’s gluten-free, vegan, and allergy-free! The cold pasta salad you love, with tri-colored pasta, fresh veggies, and a healthy homemade Italian dressing! A super easy and quick meat-free vegetarian and dairy-free recipe that’s a perfect side dish to feed any crowd!

Literally, can we just take a moment to recognize the pure and utter deliciousness of Italian pasta salads? I’ve never met a soul who doesn’t like a scoop of those cold tri-colored rotini noodles, bright, fresh, crunchy veggies, and that herby vinegary Italian dressing. I understand why some people don’t like a classic American macaroni salad, but the mayoless pasta salad? You just can’t say no! All pasta salads SCREAM summer and one that’s so full of bright colors, it takes the top spot! And with this recipe, everyone can enjoy! It’s gluten-free, vegan, and allergy-free, so bring it on!Read More

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Zucchini Bread (Vegan, Allergy-Free)

September 9, 2019 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 52 Comments

Transition from Summer to Fall with this healthy and delicious Gluten-Free Pumpkin Zucchini Bread! This easy quick bread recipe is vegan, allergy-free, sugar-free, and gives you a dose of veggies! Not too sweet, super moist, and lightly spiced for ultimate cozy vibes! Perfect for a quick breakfast or afternoon snack with tea or coffee.

You know that awkward period between summer and fall? Between winter and spring? You’re not sure how to dress, what produce to buy at the grocery, of really what to do with your life? We’re in that seasonal transition stage right now. It can feel like hot summer one day and frigid “crisp” autumn the next. You probably have a load of late summer zucchini to use up, but you’re also itching for all the pumpkin goodies you can get your hands on. Here’s the solution I came up with…Pumpkin Zucchini Bread!Read More

Classic American Coleslaw (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Allergy-Free)

July 16, 2018 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 40 Comments

A favorite side dish at any summer bbq or cookout! The Classic American Coleslaw, now made gluten-free, vegan, and top 8 allergy-free! A super easy recipe to whip up ahead of time, served chilled as is, or even use it as a topping in a sandwich!

The time has come to complete the “Summer Side Dish Trifecta”! Last year I gave you my Classic American Potato Salad and my Classic American Macaroni Salad. Now it’s time for THE CLASSIC AMERICAN COLESLAW! Not only is coleslaw a must for summer bbqs, picnics, cookouts, etc….but it’s such a great side dish for any dinner, a topping on a sandwich, even just eating it as a snack sounds good!Read More

Easy Vegan Maine Lobster Rolls (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)

July 9, 2018 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 59 Comments

Nothing screams New England summer than a lobster roll! These Easy Vegan Maine Lobster Rolls are gluten-free, allergy-free, meatless, and fit for everyone to enjoy! A simple, healthy, and delicious recipe that redefines this classic fast-food sandwich!

The magic that is a simple, humble, lobster roll. A sandwich that defines New England summers, a Maine namesake, a fast-food comfort dish that’s so easy and minimal on ingredients, the quality of the sandwich all comes down to the fresh lobster. A traditional lobster roll just includes, fresh, cold chunks of lobster, mayo, maybe a little chopped celery, scallions, and squirt of lemon juice, served up on a buttered and grilled bun.Read More

Gluten-Free Strawberry Quick Bread (Vegan, Allergy-Free)

May 30, 2018 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 55 Comments

Put those ripe strawberries to good use in this healthy, sweet, and delicious quick bread recipe! This Gluten-Free Strawberry Quick Bread is vegan, allergy-free, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or as a seasonal snack! It’s spring and summer baking at its finest!

I know it can’t just be me when I say I just LOVE strawberry season! The sweet aroma, beautiful bright color, and perfect blissful bite of a super fresh ripe strawberry is like no other. Strawberry season came early to New Jersey this year. Walking into the grocery stores in April to find $1.99 containers of perfect strawberries…how glorious! Eating strawberries straight from the carton is great, but why don’t we put those beautiful berries to use in another way…Read More