Category Archives: Appetizer

Korean BBQ Jackfruit Nachos with Kimchi

Korean BBQ Jackfruit Nachos with Kimchi by Alison's AllspiceKimchi is one of those things that you either love, or hate, and I love it!  Ever since I discovered my love of kimchi, I have been looking for new ways to use it.  These Korean BBQ jackfruit nachos with kimchi are a fun way to mix it up!

As I start to think about nachos, I am realizing that I have never posted my favorite traditonal nacho recipe.  I have a greek nachos recipe, and a 4th of July themed nachos, so traditional nachos are on the way 😉 Continue reading

Lemon Dill Zucchini Fritters with Yogurt Sauce

Lemon Dill Zucchini Fritters with Yogurt Sauce ny Alison's Allspice I ate these lemon dill zucchini fritters with yogurt sauce for dinner last week.  It was one of those nights that I just didn’t want to make anything else.  But that’s how I roll.

I’m an entree girl, very seldom do I make a main and side dish.  That’s why all my veggie burger recipes make 4, because I eat 2 for dinner!  Also, egg rolls.  I eat them as an entree as well.  It’s tasty.  Why not? Continue reading

Gyro Tofu Sliders with Tzatziki Slaw

Gyro Tofu Sliders with Tzatziki Slaw by Alison's AllspiceI have done it again.  All things gyro!  This time, I made gyro tofu sliders with tzatziki slaw.  The tofu was pan fried so it was nice and crispy on the outside, just the way I like it!

The first time I tried this recipe, I was using up leftovers from the fridge.  I had just made my favorite gyro recipe, these tempeh gyro tacos, and I was inspired to try the marinade with some leftover tofu. Continue reading

Spicy Vegetarian Chipotle Quinoa Sliders

Spicy Vegetarian Chipotle Quinoa Sliders by Alison's AllspiceHow many times have you adapted a favorite recipe to make it meatless?  For vegetarians, this is a common practice. I adapted these spicy vegetarian chipotle quinoa sliders from my chipolte fish sliders recipe.

I identify as a pescatarian.  In other words, a vegetarian who still eats fish.  I post 90% vegetarian recipes, therefore, I attract more meatless-eaters with my recipes than fish-eaters. Continue reading

Seafood and Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Seafood and Ricotta Stuffed Shells by Alison's AllspiceWhat comes to mind when you think of seafood?  For me, it means special occasions.  This week I am celebrating the end of the semester, and looking forward to summer!  Celebrate with me by trying these seafood and ricotta stuffed shells! Continue reading

Sun-Dried Tomato and Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

Sun-Dried Tomato and Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms by Alison's AllspiceOne of my favorite foods to grill is stuffed mushrooms!  This sun-dried tomato and goat cheese stuffed mushrooms recipe originally resulted from using up leftovers from the fridge.  It was so good, it became a new favorite recipe!

Stuffed mushrooms are one of those meals that have endless possibilities.  You could put almost anything into a mushroom and it would be delicious.  This also means that they are great for clearing out the fridge! Continue reading

Vegetarian Lentil Quinoa Meatballs

Vegetarian Lentil Quinoa Meatballs by Alison's AllspiceSpaghetti is one of my favorite comfort foods.  I ate it all the time growing up, and all throughout college it was a staple of mine!  Today I am sharing my recipe for vegetarian lentil quinoa meatballs, which are perfect for spaghetti night!

If you love spaghetti too, you should also check out my mushroom lentil bolognase recipe, which is vegan, as well as gluten free!  Comfort food at its finest!   Continue reading

Mushroom Kale Miso Soup

Mushroom Kale Miso Soup by Alison's AllspiceIs everyone ready for the holidays?!  This will be my last post before Christmas, so have a Merry Christmas everyone!  Today’s recipe is a light soup, mushroom kale miso soup.

Miso soup is traditionally an appetizer because it is mainly composed of flavorful broth. I loaded my version up with a few more veggies to make it a light meal. Continue reading

Honey Spent Grain Dinner Rolls

Honey Spent Grain Dinner Rolls by Alison's AllspiceRecently, I was gifted a large bag of spent grains. Spent grains are the leftover grains and malts from brewing a batch of beer.  Spent grain still has a lot of flavor and can be reused as flour.  I used some of my spent grain to make these honey spent grain dinner rolls!

If you like to brew beer, you may find yourself with plenty of spent grains to experiment with.  Simply dehydrate the grains, and grind into flour using a food processor. Continue reading

Tomato and Cucumber Loaded Greek Nachos

Tomato and Cucumber Loaded Greek Nachos by Alison's AllspiceRecently, I came across the idea for loaded feta fries while reading a magazine.  However,  I didn’t want to heat up the oven for fries during the heat of summer!  Instead, I recreated the recipe to make these tomato and cucumber loaded greek nachos!

Nachos are such an easy meal, I have been enjoying them a lot this summer, usually heated to melt some cheese. This nacho recipe is different for many reasons, but especially because it is cold! Continue reading