Black morels, yellow chanterelles, hedgehogs, lobsters, oysters. Wild mushrooms are delicious, versatile, and provide constant inspiration for me in the kitchen. They are packed with nutrition – high in amino acids (seven essential), rich in B vitamins, and easily absorb vitamin D when sun-dried, they also provide a boost to your immune system. Beta-glucans—a polysaccharide found…
OH, MY WORD, you’ve got to try this dish! Nik and I LOVE Indian food and this flavourful vegan palak paneer (‘spinach cheese’) is out of this world! If you are not yet familiar with this popular Indian spinach curry dish, we highly recommend you try it asap because you’ve been missing out big time!!! When…
This recipe is for those of you who have been asking… How can I get my family to eat the same way I do without them feeling deprived or unsatisfied? Yes, we get it. Sometimes it can feel like an uphill battle, but don’t give up. It might take some time but in the end,…
Whether you are searching for a healthy and quick lunch to take to work or just trying to put dinner on the table without having to spend lots of time in the kitchen, we’ve got you covered with a quick healthy vegan quinoa recipe. It feels so perfectly satisfying and nourishing, thanks to the fresh…
This wholesome veggie stew made its first appearance in our book the Vegan Weight loss Manifesto back in 2017. The original recipe called for tempeh and sweet potatoes – lovely combo! However, because I very rarely follow a recipe (even if it’s my own) I decided to make a couple of adjustments to the original.…
Cold months + short on time days call for some While Bean Chili! This vegan comforting meal can be made in under 30 mins and delivers a whopping 24 grams of plant-based protein in each serving! Great news for any active plant-based eaters who want to put on lean muscle and nourish their bodies well after a…
This soup is so easy to make – you simply roast garlic and chop some beautiful green vegetables that you have on hand. Then throw them in a pot together with miso paste and other herbs. You wouldn’t think that such a simple soup could taste so delicious and have so many healing benefits….. It’s the…
Good news friends… Healthy Pasta Salad exists! This week we are swapping the traditional thick sauce gluten pasta dish for a lighter and super nourishing weeknight meal. Pasta noodles made out of lentils, chickpeas, or black beans are all great choices that will help make your pasta dish healthier. This Plant Protein Pasta Salad Bowl is…
Bring out your powerful blender, because this Cheesy Broccoli Soup with 23 grams of plant-powered protein in each serving is totally worth the cleanup! Nutrient-rich, cheesy, and comforting but there’s no cheese insight! How is that possible? How can you achieve that creamy, dreamy, cheesy flavour without dairy or a long list of scary ingredients…
Hearty vegetable stew that is great for sharing with friends and family. It works really well as a dinner party dish especially when paired with a big Farmer’s Market Salad. This plant-powered dish is a great post-workout meal option. The combination of tempeh, amaranth, kale, and almonds will provide your body with a complete amino acid…
Hello Friends! The holiday season provides us with a beautiful opportunity to spend more quality time with family and friends. And since festive gatherings often involve food, many of you expressed to us that it could be challenging to maintain healthy eating habits during the holiday season. The typical dishes offered at family gatherings and office…
This is a fantastic way to prepare and serve tempeh, with the tempeh fingers being crispy, baked and flavourful it makes it an ideal dish for anyone who is transitioning to a whole food plant-based diet. When preparing tempeh, it’s important to infuse it with flavour. In this recipe, we braise the tempeh first, softening…
If you are looking for a good post-workout meal with the right combination of macro-and micronutrients, then this Fermented Beet Quinoa Salad is what you need! This simple dish is rich in amino acids (protein) to help repair and build muscle, healthy carbs to replenish glycogen used during the exercise and just the right amount of…
Not sure what to bring to your family holiday party? Try wowing everyone with this protein-rich vegan potato salad. This is not your average potato salad, it’s a healthy spin of a traditional dish my family would make every Christmas back home in the Czech Republic. I remember helping my mom prepare the potato salad a day…
Plant-based burgers have become a hot item in grocery stores and even fast-food chains, however, one quick look at the ingredient list will reveal that most of these popular meat-free alternatives are just highly processed foods with very little nutritional value. So, we say forget the store-bought meat alternatives and make your own homemade veggie burgers…