Low fat and plant based snacks are a current focus. I want to improve the quality of what I eat in the middle of the afternoon, and while fruit and vegetable based snacks are always on the menu, sometimes I need something a bit different (ideally warm with a bit of crunch!). I’m having fun […]
Cinnamon Ginger Sweet Dessert Flatbread (vegan, no oil, no sugar)
Our household is going “low fat whole food plant based”. There are several reasons for this adjustment, which are explained in this post. However, one of the first things I want to do is learn how to make some no oil, low fat desserts. OK wait… my sweet tooth wants to do this. So the […]
Cinnamon Ginger Stevia dessert flatbread
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Vegan Golden Beet Spread: for sandwiches, or dipping veggies or flatbread
This middle eastern inspired golden beet spread is as delicious as it is healthy and pretty to serve. It would make a great addition to any party platter to dip vegetables or spread on pieces of toasted flatbread, and is versatile enough for adding to sandwiches too. The beets give the spread a nice sweet […]
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 […]
Maple Pistachio Dessert Hummus recipe (Oil Free, Vegan, Low Fat, Sugar Free)
I had a pear and ginger flatbread from our local farmers market, and decided to try making a sweet dessert hummus that’s also (of course) oil free. All this entails is flavoring the hummus with something sweet instead of savory flavors. I didn’t want to add sugar to this one, so went with some pure […]
Dry roasted Za’atar chickpeas (Low fat, no oil), a perfect vegan snack!
When you transition to a whole foods plant based diet, particularly a no oil and/or low fat version of this diet, you usually need to figure out some new snacking options. Many of the snacks we commonly turn to have a bit too much fat, or are processed. For me, it was nut butters. Those […]
My favorite Fattoush salad (Oil free, Vegan)
Without doubt, this salad is my favorite to make and it’s a meal in itself. This Fattoush salad fills the plates with plants for the most part, but adds texture and a bit of carb in the form of crumbled flatbread or pita. It’s incredibly healthy, but won’t leave you feeling deprived in the least. […]
Southwest vegan caesar salad (Oil Free, Vegan)
Let’s face it, sometimes salads can get a bit boring. Not to mention a very “cliche” vegan choice (don’t all of our omnivore friends think all we eat is salad?). This vegan Caesar salad is simple to make and full of flavor due to the tangy dressing (found here). Honestly, I don’t miss the dairy […]