Optimum Nutrition Recipe Library

Acai Fat BombsNo-bake “fat bombs” filled with nuts, seeds, coconut oil and freeze dried acai berry powder. Keep in the fridge and grab on your way out the door on a frantic morning.

Acai, Avocado And Strawberry Freezer SmoothiesAcai berries are famously rich in antioxidants. This recipe uses freeze-dried acai berry powder as that is the most readily available source of acai berries for most people. These “freezer smoothies” are great for sipping on the go on a hot Summer morning. You can pop it in your bag (in a spill-free bottle) and by the time you get to work it’s defrosted enough to be sipped with a metal straw.

All-Green Salad With Avocado And SpinachAn incredibly easy lunch or light dinner to throw together, featuring all green ingredients and no cooking involved. One bowl required.

Almond Butter PancakesEasy, low-carb, high-fat, vegan pancakes which can be whipped up and either frozen or refrigerated until needed. Great for packing away with a few berries and taking to work.

Almond, Hazelnut And Cocoa ButterA natural, sugar-free, homemade chocolate and nut spread. Swirl through coconut yogurt or spread onto nut and seed bread (recipe below). If you can’t find toasted, skinless nuts, simply toast them in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for about 15 minutes until golden, and cool.

Apple And Celeriac Soup With Toasted Nut ToppingA unique soup of fresh celeriac and apple, with a toasted nut sprinkle

Asparagus And Arugula Salad With Toasted Sunflower And Pumpkin SeedsA green salad with soft asparagus, peppery arugula and toasted seeds

Asparagus And Citrus Soup With Lemon Zest Macadamia ToppingA fresh, Spring and Summer-inspired soup of asparagus, lemon, herbs and nuts

Asparagus, Sweet Potato And Walnut SaladA warm salad of sweet potatoes, asparagus, walnuts, fresh leaves and a simple dressing

Asparagus, Zucchini And Leek Soup With Caramelized LeeksA green soup of asparagus, zucchini and leeks, with soft, caramelized leeks on top

Avocado And Quinoa Breakfast Bowls (Quinoa And Avocado)This recipe can be made quickly and easily during a quiet Sunday evening or whenever you’ve got spare time to prep a few breakfasts. It’s great for people who prefer savory dishes in the morning, or like to wait unil the late morning before eating their first meal.

Avocado And Quinoa Salad With Fresh Herb And Lemon DressingAn energizing salad with a small portion of quinoa, creamy avocado and herb dressing

Avocado Hummus (Breakfast Side)A super simple, no-cook recipe to keep stored in the fridge to serve as a side to any savory breakfast recipe for extra fat and fiber. Great as a spread for low-carb crepes or with vegan scrambled eggs.

Baked Portobello Mushrooms With Vegan Parmesan And HerbsThis dish features baked mushrooms with herbs and vegan cheese. Vegan parmesan cheese can be found in most health food stores. A great light meal or side dish. One pan required.

Black Bean Bunless BurgersBlack bean patties, stacked with avocado, cucumber, tomato and drizzled with oil. One bowl and one tray required.

Black Bean, Corn And Avocado SoupFilling, spicy and Mexican-inspired. Beans and avocado are wonderful sources of fiber. Use fresh beans and corn where you can, but you can absolutely use canned goods too.

Blueberry Breakfast CakeA breakfast cake packed with juicy blueberries and topped with chopped nuts. Great for freezing and keeping on hand for when vegan, low-carb guests are staying.

Borscht-Inspired Beet SoupA vibrant soup inspired by a Ukranian classic, featuring beets and cabbage

Breakfast Cauliflower Rice BowlsThese bowls can be made the night before a busy morning. I like to make these bowls when I am using cauliflower for my dinner, as it’s easy to simply set some aside and toss it with veggies while I cook dinner.

Breakfast Mug Cakes (Strawberry And Almond)Mug cakes are made in the microwave in a few minutes. They’re a great way to treat yourself to a hot breakfast with a little sweetness, while still maintaining a vegan, low-carb and gluten-free diet.

Broccoli And Almond SoupA simple soup of broccoli, base veggies (onion and celery) and a crunchy almond topping

Broccoli And Grilled Peach SaladA Summer salad with grilled peaches, crunchy broccoli, slivered almonds and a light dressing

Broccoli, Kale And Spinach Soup With Spiced Cashew Topping (Green Nutrient Blast)A nutrient-dense soup containing three kinds of leafy green veggies. Topped with spicy, toasted cashews.

Brown Rice, Avocado, Nori And Vegetable Sushi BowlsA vegan version of sushi, in bowl form. We use a small portion of brown rice to provide energy, fiber and authentic sushi texture. One pot required.

Brussel Sprout Salad With Pistachio Nuts And Red OnionCrunchy Brussels sprouts with pistachio nuts, red onion, and an apple cider vinegar dressing

Brussels Sprout, Hazelnut, Zucchini, Vegan Parmesan And Quinoa BakeFor this recipe, you need an oven-safe skillet or saute pan. We roast Brussels sprouts, hazelnuts, zucchini and quinoa, with vegan parmesan for flavor. One oven-proof skillet or pan required.

Buckwheat, Olive, Tomato And Herb SaladA filling salad of buckwheat (gluten free), olives, tomatoes and herbs

Butter Bean, Carrot And Coconut Soup With Dukkah SprinkleA rich, smooth and creamy soup with aromatic dukkah sprinkle. Coconut cream gives a slightly tropical flavor, with carrot providing natural sweetness and color.

Butternut Squash And Ginger SoupA classic, smooth, vibrant-colored butternut squash soup. The ginger adds an extra flavor dimension plus an immune-boosting hit.

Cabbage And Onion SoupA humble soup of cabbage and onion, with sauteed onion and walnut topping

Carrot And Orange SoupA sweet, citrusy and bold-colored soup of carrots and fresh oranges

Cashew And Lemon No-Bake Energy BallsAnother grab-and-go recipe for a quick energy bite in the morning. Great for eating before a morning workout session or during an early commute.

Cauliflower And Broccoli Salad With Turmeric Dressing And CashewsA fiber-rich, Winter-inspired salad of roasted cauliflower, broccoli, cashews and turmeric dressing

Cauliflower And Cannellini Bean Hash BrownsIf you’ve got cauliflower lying around in the fridge and you want to use it up while it’s fresh, make these easy fritters and keep them in the fridge to grab and eat for breakfast during the week. If you’ve got extra time in the morning, heat them up and eat with half an avocado. Note: we cook the hash browns in the oven so you don’t have to stand by a hot stove.

Cauliflower And Turmeric Soup With Turmeric-Spiced CashewsA creamy, golden soup of cauliflower and turmeric, with golden toasted cashews spiced with turmeric

Cauliflower Coconut “Macaroni Cheese” BakeA low carb, vegan take on the classic comfort food, macaroni and cheese. We use cauliflower, coconut cream and nutritional yeast. One bowl required.

Cauliflower Pizza With Dried Tomatoes, Olives And ArugulaA low-carb pizza base topped with sun dried tomatoes, olives and arugula. 1 tray and 1 bowl required.

Cauliflower Rice With Peas, Carrots And Coconut AminosA vegan, low carb take on the classic Asian dish, fried rice. Coconut aminos are a near substitute for soy sauce, and can be found in most good supermarkets or health food stores. One frying pan or saute pan required.

Charred Corn And Avocado Salad With Lime DressingA light smokey flavor thanks to the charred corn, with creamy avocado, sharp lime, and fresh greens

Chia And Almond Overnight PuddingChia seeds are a wonderful source of fiber and fat. All you need to do is soak them in liquid overnight so they can hydrate and become soft. This recipe uses almond milk and slivered almonds.

Chickpea And Kale Soup With Fresh Chili And ScallionsA broth-based soup with chickpeas and kale, topped with fresh chili and scallions/green onion

Chickpea Pancakes With AvocadoIf you have a spare moment on a Sunday or weeknight, these chickpea pancakes are easy to whip up and store in the fridge for the week’s breakfasts. Serve with fresh avocado, salt and pepper.

Chilled Avocado SoupA cold avocado soup flavored with citrus and coriander/cilantro. Ideal for hot Summers

Chocolate And Blueberry Overnight OatsA chilled, filling breakfast for chocolate lovers (without the sugar or dairy products). Chia seeds provide a lot of fiber and fat, while blueberries are a great source of antioxidants.

Chunky Butter Bean Soup With Mixed Herb ToppingA filling, chunky soup of white beans and broth, topped with fresh herbs.

Citrusy Overnight OatsLemon and orange zest and juice flavor these refreshing overnight oat pots.

Clear Broth Soup With Shirataki Noodles And Mushrooms (Pho-Inspired)This soup is inspired by pho. It consists of a clear, hydrating broth, with shirataki noodles and mushrooms.

Coconut Corn SoupA rich, easy soup of coconut, corn, onion and herbs

Coconut Yogurt And Berry Breakfast Frozen YogurtFrozen yogurt can be enjoyed for breakfast, especially the kind which has zero added sugar, and lots of fiber. This recipe uses coconut yogurt and mixed berries. Great for very hot Summers.

Coconut Yogurt, Berry And Toasted Pecan Parfaits (Overnight)This recipe requires nothing more than layering a few low-carb, vegan ingredients for a cooling and creamy dessert-style breakfast. Find a coconut yogurt brand with zero added sugar or flavors.