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,...
Spreads & Dips
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PISTACHIO-ALMOND DRESSING
You will enjoy this oil-free dressing! Almonds improve blood sugar control in individuals who have diabetes. Pistachios improve the ability of the arteries to dilate. One tablespoon would be a serving size, This recipe requires a strong blender Ingredients: • 1 cup...

Hummus Chickpea Spread
Ingredients: 1 cup cooked garbanzo beans (if unsalted, add ¼ teaspoon salt. If canned, save the liquid to use in place of the water listed below.) ¼ cup tahini or toasted sesame seeds (toast in dry skillet on medium heat about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, or on a...

Oil-Free Tofu Mayonnaise
Ingredients: 1/3 cup raw sunflower seeds or cashews 1/3 c water 12.3 oz. organic, non-GMO extra-firm tofu 2 ½ tablespoons of lemon juice ¾ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon onion powder ½ tsp garlic powder or 2 fresh cloves Directions: Process all ingredients in blender until...

Delicious No Oil Creamy Cucumber Dressing
Ingredients: ½ cup raw cashews 1/3 cup diced cucumber ¼- ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon garlic powder or to taste ¼ teaspoon of onion powder or to taste 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice (or 2 tablespoons for more “lemony” taste) 1 tablespoon of sweetener if desired....

Vegan “Tuna” Pate
Ingredients: 2 cups raw sunflower seeds 1 cup raw almonds ¼ cup lemon juice 2 celery stalks 1 tablespoons kelp powder 1 teaspoon salt ½ cup parsley ¼ cup purple onion Directions: Soak the sunflower seeds and almonds for about 2...

Cream Cheese Spread
Ingredients: 1 can coconut milk 1 cup raw cashew nuts 1 tablespoon food yeast flakes 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon honey 1½ teaspoons salt Directions: Place all the ingredients in a blender and blend for at least 1 minute until smooth. Pour into a medium pot...

Tofu Sour Cream
Ingredients: 1 lb. organic soft tofu 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice 2 teaspoons onion powder 1 clove garlic ½ teaspoon dill weed 1 teaspoon salt Directions: Process all ingredients in a blender until very smooth. Add a little water for blending, if necessary. Keep...

No Oil Vegan American Cheese, Sliceable
Ingredients: 1 ¼ cups water (to dissolve the agar powder) 4 teaspoons agar powder ½ cup water 1 cup cashews, soaked ¼ teaspoon garlic powder ¼ cup nutritional yeast flakes 3 tablespoons tahini or sesame seeds 1 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Directions:...

Mock Mozzarella Cheese
Ingredients: 2 cups water ½ cup tahini (sesame butter) ¼ cup yeast flakes ¼ teaspoon garlic powder 2 tablespoons cold-pressed oil 1 cup cashews, rinsed ¼ teaspoon cornstarch 2 teaspoons onion powder 3 tablespoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons salt Directions: Blend well the...