Pumpkin, rich in fiber, contains antioxidants like beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin, which improve eye health. Dried cranberries offer anthocyanins that support cardiovascular health. When consumed in moderate amounts, dates may enhance brain health, as suggested...
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														Red Lentil Hummus
Because red lentils cook quickly and are soft and sweet, they are ideal for purees. The polyphenols in lentils have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective activities. Lentils score low on the glycemic index and have considerable soluble fiber and protein,...
 
														Coconut Chickpea Curry
Chickpeas provide considerable amounts of soluble fiber, protein, folate, zinc, iron, and magnesium. Chickpeas score low on the glycemic index, making them an ideal food for individuals with prediabetes, metabolic syndrome, or diabetes. This recipe is tasty,...
 
														Veggie Muffins
You will enjoy the easy-to-make muffin recipe from Carin Lynch's Plant-Based Made Simple, Volume 2. This recipe is tree-nut-free, soy-free, and has an oil-free option. Ingredients: 1/2 cup of organic whole wheat flour 1/2 cup of organic cornmeal 1 tablespoon of...
 
														Lemony “Chickenless” Rice Soup
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, chopped3 carrots, thinly sliced2 cloves garlic, minced8 cups water3 tablespoons chicken-like seasoning2 teaspoons lemon zest, loosely packed1 teaspoon lemon juice¾ cup brown rice, dextrinized1 cup Butler Soy Curls, broken in bite-size...
 
														Tropical Chia Delight
Ingredients ¼ cup chia seeds 1 can coconut milk 1 can crushed pineapple or 2 ½ cups fresh pineapple, crushed in food processor ¼ cup honey or blue agave nectar, optional ¼ shredded, unsweetened coconut, toasted ¼ cup macadamia nuts, roasted and chopped, or other nut...
 
														Mini Crustless Quiches
This delightful recipe is gluten free, nut free, and oil-free! Ingredients: 1 small onion, chopped 3 cups broccoli, chopped ¼ cup water 1 pound firm tofu 1 tablespoon cornstarch ¼ cup nutritional yeast flakes ½ teaspoon turmeric ½ teaspoon onion powder ½ teaspoon...
 
														Zucchini Crabless Cakes
These tasty "crab" cakes are a great way to eat vegetables! This is a soy free recipe and has a gluten- free option. Ingredients: 2 medium-size zucchinis (about 2 cups shredded) 2 cups whole grain breadcrumbs (Try gluten free bread crumbs.) 3 tablespoons potato starch...
 
														Creamy Pasta Primavera
This recipe is a delicious way to enjoy your vegetables (if you are not a vegetable lover)! Ingredients for Pasta Dish: 1 pound whole grain pasta (can use gluten free varieties) 1 red pepper, cut into strips 1 onion, halved, then sliced 1 cup broccoli, cut into small...
 
														Not Really Meatloaf
Ingredients: ¼ cup of potato flour/starch or instant mashed potato flakes mixed with ¾ cups warm water 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped 1 pound of firm organic non GMO tofu, mashed 1 tablespoon Bragg Liquid Aminos (Coconut Aminos if you need to restrict your sodium...
