A quick lunch is often required if you’re working, whether it’s at home or in the office. This lunch of a simple vegetable udon soup fits the bill: it was prepared out of what happened to be in the fridge at the time: random vegetables (asian greens, mushrooms, and onions), vegetable broth that is always […]
Instant Pot or Crock Pot Rosemary Lentils, Beans, and Yams (Low Fat, Vegan)
So, are you looking for some protein and fiber? This healthy and low fat meal has a bunch of protein and fiber thanks to a load of beans and lentils spiced with thyme and rosemary. The yams add a creamy texture, the rice some texture, and everything gets pulled together. And the great thing about […]
Overnight raspberry chia jam (vegan, no sugar)
Want to make the easiest jam, with absolutely no cooking or fuss involved? Doesn’t even require any equipment? Try this incredibly easy overnight jam. All you need to do is combine 2 or 3 ingredients, and put it in the fridge. I’m making this recipe with raspberries, but it works with all sorts of other […]
California Fusion Plant Based Spring roll: Vegan wrap with avocado and vegetables
Spring rolls are a perfect, easy plant-based lunch. They are inexpensive, vegetable forward, and also don’t take a long time to make. Simply wet a rice paper wrapper in some warm water, add your vegetables, and roll it up. Dip it in any number of sauces, and enjoy. Another reason I love spring rolls is […]
Healthy DIY ketchup: a basic condiment done better
You can make fresh ketchup using tomato paste and fresh tomatoes. This recipe creates a bright and flavorful ketchup, one of my favorite condiments. Because dates or stevia is used (your choice), it’s also free of processed/added sugar. When choosing your tomato paste, make sure you choose a brand that uses organic tomatoes, does not […]
Dairy-free raspberry vegan yogurt sweetened with stevia
This raspberry “yogurt” is a sugar-free dessert that is naturally sweetened: we use pure unprocessed stevia and fruit to sweeten it, along with the raspberries. You can enjoy this all natural plant-based yogurt without any of the added guilt. This isn’t a traditional yogurt (there isn’t any culture in this recipe), but the chia seed […]
Spiced Red Lentils with Sweet Potatoes and Yams: A vegan slow cooker meal
Lentil dishes are some of my favorite in the cold months, and there is nothing more warming than sweet potatoes and yams. It’s like being wrapped in a warm blanket. Recently I made a meal in the slow cooker made with green lentils, and wanted to make a similarly spiced dish with the softer red […]