It’s healthy. And gluten free. And easily vegan. And simple. But really, it’s healthy.
I know, that’s what I was thinking. More room for margaritas.
But wait, wait. It’s Wednesday. So let me recap some of my eats really quick. Then we’ll get on to the lasagna, I promise.
Breakfast
Holy coconuts. I was out of granola, and wanted to add a little texture to my banana smoothie. I added a couple tablespoons of unsweetened coconut and it made this smoothie amazing!
- 1 banana
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 4 handfuls ice
- water to thin
- 5 drops stevia
- 2 tbsp coconut flakes
Lunch
Have you tried this soup from Trader Joe’s? It’s seriously good. Super un-photogenic, but really good. And I have a secret love for Lipton Green Tea. I know, the aspartame will kill me, but I like to pretend it’s better than my previous diet coke addiction. And an apple, well, you can’t judge that.
Snacky Snacks
Ohhh my gosh. These ginger snap cookies are amazing. I could eat the whole bucket. I also had a new (to me) Luna bar flavor which I loved. Luna bars, you’re delicious.
Dinner
Ahhh the dinner. The lasagna!
So I based it off of this recipe, except that one wasn’t vegan, and I also made mine a little simpler. Because I figure, things should be easy.
Mexican Lasagna
Serves 6- vegan & gluten free
- 1 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
- 1 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 cup canned fat-free refried beans
- 1 cup corn salsa (I used the kind from Trader Joe’s. You can use just plain corn if you have to)
- One 10-oz. can diced tomatoes with green chiles
- Five 6-inch corn tortillas (Use these! They’re so tasty and low calorie!)
- 3/4 cup soy chorizo (or Lightlife soy crumbles)
Sautee the green pepper & onion over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until soft. I didn’t use olive oil (just a bit of non-stick spray) but that’s up to you. Stir in the soy chorizo/soy crumbles. Remove from heat. Cut your tortillas into triangles (four per tortilla, so you have 20 total) Then you’re just going to layer the ingredients in your pan. Start with some peppers and onions and soy chorizo, top with refried beans, top with corn salsa, top with tomatoes, top with tortillas, & repeat. (You should be able to do two of each layer.) At this point, you can add cheese if you want to. If you’re one of those people. Ha.
Bake in the oven at 350 for about 15 minutes. Then serve and enjoy!
That smoothie sounds DELICIOUS!!
Love the looks of that lasagna too– what a tasty dish!
Hope you have a great Wednesday, Liz!
There is something about coconut flavoured smoothies that just scream SUMMER! That mexican lasagna looks great! I have never actually had corn salsa, I will have to keep my eye open for it because it sounds interesting
I wanna know how you made your low-cal margaritas! Leave it to me to be more interested in the drink ….
Haha I think I’m going to do a whole post on low-cal cocktails!!!
I’m eating lots of oats. (shocker) Your eats look great – esp those gingersnap cookies. Generally speaking, I only like thick and soft cookies – gingersnaps being the exception to the rule!
I’m the same way!! And trader Joe’s are so good!!
Mmm.. i so just wrote down that smoothie recipe before I forget! ohh and that mexican lasagna looks absolutely delicous!!!!!
Mmmm smoothies are a major part of my life right now, and that one looks great!! As does the mexican lasagna and I am loving that it’s healthier Liz!
someone bought those gingersnap cookies from TJ’s in front of me while I was in line last week. I was intrigued, but I know I could never own them. The whole tub of cookies would be gone in 2 days. Maybe 3. Either way- dangerous!
Haha I’m normally the same way, but they have such a spicy kick from the ginger (that sounds kind of weird, I know) that I’m actually able to stop myself after like, half the tub, instead of the whole tub
whats the recipe for the low cal margarita? it looks delish!
I think I’m going to do a whole post on low-cal cocktails on Friday!! It’s super easy
stay tuned!
Hope so! I can’t wait! Will it involve a lot of ingredients and blending. Somehow I can’t justify myself doing a lot of things for stuff like this. Baking? cooking? no problem… but a bev. I usually pass.
Yum Coconut and Banana Smoothie!!! Perfect combination of flavours
Liz, I think we are foodie soul mates. Have you tried ‘go raw’ ginger snap super cookies? I love those things!
No!!! But since we’re foodie soulmates and you recommended them, I’ll look for them!!!
where do you buy them?
i’m definitely going to have to try that coconut banana smoothie! YUM
Ummmm holy yum to everything here!! Especially that smoothie. Well and the lasanga. Ok just all of it
Yummm that looks great! I’ll have to pick up some corn salsa from TJ’s….I bet I could find a million uses for it. Thanks for posting this recipe!!
I loveee coconut–it’s the best flavor! Since I arrived in NYC, i have been eating some of the weirdest things. As in my dinner is whatever I can find (an orange and pumpkin seeds), not meaning that I am being adventurous and trying new foods. My apartment doesn’t have a working stove or oven so I can’t cook and it’s driving me insane!
I like your rationalization. More margs? Deal!
Love the Mexican lasagna! So simple but so yummy!
that lasagna recipe looks great–it’s been bookmarked!
LOVE the mexican lasgana idea Liz! Sounds delicious – and I *might* add cheese too! And I also love the look of your coconut smoothie – YUM!
You had me at more room for margaritas
HAha this looks great!!
Ginger snaps and gingerbread cookies are my absolute favorite!
Can I have all your eats puhhhleaze? Skinny margarita – oh sign me up girl. I need a drink or two right now in life. Alongside that mexican lasagna. Yum in my tummy. I could eat that all day. I totally need some of those ginger snaps too. I probably would eat the whole bucket alongside you lol
That trader joes split pea soup is SO good!
Looks really tasty! Healthy + Mexican = Yes!
The margarita sounds pretty nice too
Mmmm, Liz, the Mexican lasagna sounds wonderful!
I’ve seen the soy chorizo in the store recently and didn’t even give it a chance. Looks like I’ll be picking that up this weekend. I’ve been trying to keep grocery shopping to a min, so there has been a lot of oatmeal, frozen veggies and tofu these past few days.
I love that tea as well. And yes, I feel guilty every time I drink it!
Hi Liz! Just added your blog to my favorites. Your food is right up my alley
Aw, thanks Vanessa!!
I had Mexican pizza for din last night–I think we’re on the same page. Although my meal lacked a margarita. Fail. Great idea of coconut in a smoothie–I know I love it in oatmeal for just that texture-giving reason.
Hahaha we’re like twins! Next time, come on over for a margarita
LOVE the recipe
looks like a perfect his and her dish!
I love veggie lasagna – great idea to use tortillas! The smoothie looks lovely too; great picture and adding the coconut sounds delicious
Yum, I need to make veggie lasagna now! And I completely agree about Luna – <3
That Mexican lasagna looks so delicious!
Yikes! That looks SO great!
I can’t wait to try this smoothie! I am literally going to Whole Foods for the ingredients… Have you tried this smoothie with coconut h2o or almond milk instead of just just water?
Ummmm gonna need that low cal margarita recipe lady!!!!