Minimalist Baker

Simple Food, Simply Delicious

Lemony Arugula Salad with Crispy Shallot

The first time we tasted crispy shallots in a salad, we knew we'd hit the jackpot. These crunchy, salty bits of deliciousness have become one of our favorite ways to impress dinner guests (even the salad non-believers). Crispy shallots first debuted in our Roasted Squash Salad ... Read more →

Roasted Squash Salad with Crispy Shallot & Balsamic Reduction

This may be one of my favorite salads to date! And that's saying a lot considering we have heavy hitters like our Loaded Kale Salad and Garlicky Kale Salad with Crispy Chickpeas (both of which are total home runs). This seasonal salad relies on winter squash, my favorite ... Read more →

Herbed Green Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette

When I was dreaming up this recipe, I was seeing bright, vibrant colors: electric-green mint, magenta cranberries, and golden-brown pecans. Oh, and I was also thinking about the flavors. Don't you worry. This herbed green cranberry salad is a total flavor bomb! Let's do this! ... Read more →

A Guide to Making Dairy-Free Milk!

If you've ever wanted to make your own dairy-free milk at home, you've come to the right place! Why would you make your own at home? It saves money and allows you to control the flavor, sweetness, and consistency. Plus, fresh always tastes better than store-bought. Not to ... Read more →

How to Make Macadamia Milk

Creamy, homemade macadamia nut milk with just 2-ingredients! Macadamia nuts are soaked briefly and then blended with filtered water, salt, and any additional flavorings you desire (such as cocoa powder, fruit, or dates to sweeten). The result is creamy, fresh macadamia milk ... Read more →