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This tasty stew is an enjoyable way of vegetables and plant-protein! Garbanzos (chickpeas) provide protein and soluble and insoluble fiber. Since they score low on the glycemic index, they are ideal for individuals who have diabetes or prediabetes. Garbanzos are a...
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,...
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...
Tofu, made from soybean curds, provides a good amount of protein, calcium, and iron. It is relatively low in calories. One block of tofu yields 177 calories. Soy's isoflavones may help menopausal symptoms and protect from heart disease. Firm or extra firm tofu is best...
Sometimes you want a very special breakfast! Here is a delicious plant-based, easy-to-make breakfast recipe! Ingredients: 2 cups organic oats 1/4 cup organic whole wheat flour 1/4 cup wheat germ 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup of chopped dates 1/3 cup of chopped walnuts 1...
Ingredients ¼ cup chia seeds 1 can of coconut milk 1 can crushed pineapple or 2 ½ cups fresh pineapple, crushed in a food processor ¼ cup honey or blue agave nectar, optional ¼ shredded, unsweetened coconut, toasted ¼ cup macadamia nuts, roasted and chopped, or other...
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...
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...
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...
This delightful pudding has a Caribbean Flavor Ingredients: 4 large slices of organic whole wheat bread 1/2 cup canned pumpkin, unsweetened ¼ cup honey (optional) ½ cup raisins 1 teaspoon almond flavoring 1 teaspoon lemon flavoring 1 tablespoon vanilla flavoring 3...