These vegan onion rings are coated in batter, then bread crumbs of your choosing, and baked to crispy perfection. They were so crispy in fact I could douse them in vinegar (my favorite way to eat them) – or drizzle with lemon – and they were still crunchy when I bit into one. And despite […]
Quick & easy low-fat Thai peanut sauce (Vegan, No oil)
I have been meaning to make a low-fat peanut sauce for ages. There are many recipes of course, but I had some red Thai curry paste to use up and thought this might be a great and easy addition of spices in my peanut sauce. I also wanted to use peanut flour for a low-fat […]
Instant Pot low-fat refried beans (Oil free, Vegan)
We eat refried beans all of the time. They are perfect as a side dish, a dip, in taco bowls, in various styles of burritos (of course), and so much more. Refried beans are hearty and filling, but don’t need to contain oil or fats. And even better? If you make your own they are […]
Oil-free Basil Pesto (Low fat, vegan)
Many pesto recipes or store-bought products contain oil. If you are following a whole-food plant based diet (or the oil-free versions of plant-based like McDougall or Forks over Knives), sometimes called WFPBNO, you are healthfully and deliciously oil-free. So what about pesto? Yes, you can actually make an entirely delicious and pesto-tasting pesto that does […]
Three favorite spreads to use as potato toppings (Vegan, no oil)
Potatoes are a staple in my diet. They are not fattening, healthy, and provide a lot of energy (I teach cardio classes at the gym, in addition to attending a lot of intense classes – need that energy!) I also noticed that my cravings for fat and sugar declined after increasing the amount of starch […]
How to eat out when following a low fat plant based diet (Mary McDougall)
It’s usually quite difficult to eat out when following a plant-based diet. But what about when you are following a whole foods plant based diet, without oil. Maybe no salt. What about when you decide to eat low fat too? It might seem impossible at this point, but it isn’t necessarily. It certainly isn’t easy […]
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 […]
My favorite middle eastern fusion wrap: Avocado Falafel flatbread wrap
I love an easy lunch that is incredibly quick to assemble so I can get back to work (or study… I just started a new university course about healthy communities). Many afternoons this involves throwing together a super-food smoothie, but some chilly days I prefer a sandwich with something heated inside along with a ton […]
How can I eat a plant based diet on a budget? It’s too expensive!
Starting a new diet based on health can be daunting. Not only do you need to adjust what you cook, but your monthly expenses also change as a result of a different grocery list. Many people think that starting a plant based diet is expensive, and therefore unrealistic considering their budget. However, it is certainly […]
Vegan Myths Busted: All vegans hate meat… it’s ridiculous to make fake meat!
One of the most ridiculous statements I see on a fairly regular basis is the (probable non-vegan) chastising the article about fake meat. They say it’s ridiculous to have such a product because “vegans hate meat! Why make something that’s just like meat? Why not just eat meat!” This statement is so misled (if it’s […]
Vegan Caesar Salad Dressing: versatile plant-based dressing (Low fat, Vegan, No oil)
A variety of salad dressings, dips and other sauces make eating a whole food plant-based diet a breeze. They can add so much flavor and variety to your WFPB diet that you won’t miss animal based products nearly as much… or eventually at all. This vegan caesar salad dressing does not contain any animal products, […]
Ginger Rosemary Parsnip Fries: No oil baked parsnips
Roasted vegetables are an excellent way to make your plant-based meals particularly delicious. And there are endless combinations of flavors we can try in order to mix it up every night. These ginger rosemary parsnip fries are a favorite new addition to our rotation! And this time I made them “no oil” to help with […]