Minimalist Baker

Simple Food, Simply Delicious

Crispy Miso Chickpea Bowls with Garlic Sesame Dressing

When making our new Garlic Ginger Tahini Miso Dressing I started craving a dish to put it on, and my mind automatically went to a grain bowl with chickpeas and an Asian twist. So, after testing a few variations I came up with this beautiful Crispy Miso Chickpea Bowl with brown ... Read more →

Sheet Pan Meal: Curried Sweet Potato & Chickpeas

Sweet potatoes and chickpeas are two of my favorite foods, and curry powder is one of my favorite spice blends, so it was only a matter of time before the three collided. This dish is made entirely on one baking sheet — our favorite kind of dinner. Let's do this! ... Read more →

BBQ Bean Bowl with Corn and Coleslaw

Now that we've made Vegan Coleslaw and BBQ Baked Beans, it's time to throw some corn into the mix and call it the Ultimate Vegan BBQ Bowl! Once your other recipes are prepared, this meal is quick to assemble, incredibly flavor, fiber- and protein-rich, and just all-around ... Read more →

How to Make Sauerkraut

My first experience with sauerkraut was when I was working at a sandwich shop in college. The rule was if you showed up late you had to make the "sauerkraut." It was kind of awful because the sauerkraut was pre-made and came in a giant can, and once you got past the smell, you ... Read more →

Vibrant Mango Salad with Peanut Dressing

Some recipes just happen (like this one). We had some leftover greens and a ripe mango and had just made some super saucy tempeh. I realized all that was missing was a little peanut dressing, and just like that, we had a delicious side on our hands. Bonus? It looks (and tastes) ... Read more →