Another tasty squash creation…… Perfect as a side dish on a chilly fall evening. The coconut and miso sauce is a perfect combination for sweet butternut squash. This is what you need: 1 lb. butternut squash, peeled and cut into bite-size chunks (2 cups) 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth ½ cup light coconut milk…
Green? I called these cookies “green chocolate” because the main part of the cookie is made from avocado. Most people shy away from avocados, associating them with “fat”. However you need to understand that it is a “good” fat! The fat in avocados actually helps your body better absorb the nutrients in the other foods…
1/2 pound frozen shelled edamame (green soy beans), about 1 1/2 cups 1/4 cup tahini 1/4 cup water 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest 1 lemon (about 3 tablespoons), juiced 1 clove garlic, smashed 3/4 teaspooon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon chopped fresh…
Mmmmmmmmmm……………………..Cheesecake! Did you know…… Cheesecake is believed to have originated in Greece more than 4,000 years ago. It is also believed to have been served to athletes competing during the first Olympic games in 776 B.C. to give them energy. So if it’s good for Greek athletes is good for us, right? Here is a totally vegan…
This weeks recipe is super quick and easy to make. Best of all…no cooking required 😉 It’s great to eat on it’s own or for the carnivore’s in your life you can serve a piece of grilled chicken or grilled shrimp skewers with it. Or you can mix it into hot rice. This salad is so versatile…
Adapted from Whole Foods Market What better way to leave a good “impression” with friends and family than sharing some vegan thumbprint cookies? The cookie part of these are not overly sweet; the idea when eating them is to get a little jam filling with each bite, which makes them taste sweeter 🙂 1 cup…
Have you had an eggplant lately? There is many reasons why you should include this pretty purple vegetable in your diet. Health Benefits Eggplant is a good choice because its high fiber content helps digestive function lowers risk of coronary heart disease In addition, eggplant contains potassium, Vitamin C, and protein. Fun Facts In…
Hello Friends! Today we have a recipe for you that even your non vegetarian friends will love. It will take about 5min to prepare and your slow cooker will do the rest. Give it a try and let us know how you like it. Make sure to use organic NON–GMO tofu 1/4 cup white miso…
This cream cheese is unbelievable! We used it for our “sushi” rolls. Ingredients: 1 cup raw cashew nuts, soaked 1/4 cup almond milk pinch of salt freshly ground black pepper 1tsp ground cumin zest of one small lemon juice of 1/2 small lemon (2 tbsp) Preparation: Soak the nuts in plenty of water for a…
I LOVE sushi! However today we decided to take a challenge and make sushi without the rice. This “sushi” recipe is super easy to make. We prepared a vegan cream cheese in advance and stored it in the fridge until dinner time. Assembling this meal is a piece of cake 🙂 In fact, you can get…
These Sweet Popeye Truffles are simple, sweet, and perfect fuel before and after workouts. Try packing them for a healthy snack in your kid’s lunch box 🙂 1 cup raw almonds 1 1/2 cup oats 3 ripe bananas 2 cups fresh spinach 3 TBS cocoa powder 2 serving of your favorite protein powder (we used Vega Sport Performance Chocolate)…
Try a new potato salad tonight! Roasting the sweet potatoes first brings out their rich flavour, and the add ins give it crunch and zip! Simply Delicious! 2 large yams, cut into small cubes 1 TBS extra virgin olive oil 1 12 oz bag frozen organic shelled edamame, thawed 2 small shallots,thinly sliced 1/2 cup toasted almonds 1/2…
It’s the season of giving. Yes, it is. This Christmas season, give the gift of all-natural yummy goodness – Homemade Granola Bars. You can wrap them up and surprise your coworkers, friend and family members. I love sharing these with my clients as it makes a perfect after workout snack. Also a healthy addition to your kids lunch bags, quick…
I woke up this morning feeling little under the weather…luckily I had just the thing to nip it i the butt. My go to delicious remedy- detox smoothie. Yep, there is such a thing as tasty detox smoothie 🙂 So next time you wake up feeling little sluggish or you just want to start your day right…
I am a big fan of homemade veggie burgers. You can pack them with tons of nutrients and make them into a complete meal. Because burgers are a very convenient “on -a- go” food, I tend to double the ingredients and make extra to take to work for lunch. They are great on their own, with…