Don’t know what to do with lots of carrots? You are not alone. Millions of people ask the same question at least once a week. I did a search. 🙂 We often have a surplus of carrots in our household. And that is okay. To be honest with you, we make several recipes. We bake,…
Tag: Vegan
Energy boosters
In my opinion, there aren’t any perfect energy boosters. It’s a combination of types of foods. To get a reasonable and balanced energy level on a daily basis think of combining sources of natural energetic drinks, tea, juices, citrus drinks, sleep, exercise, etc. Have you ever felt your energy levels suddenly dropping? To answer this…
Vitality vegan smoothie
These types of smoothies are easy to make, tasty and full of nutrients. Your body will most definitely appreciate the goodness it offers. I am sharing one of my favourite smoothies, that I enjoy before my high-intensity sports sessions. I prep and drink it 2 hours before any HIIT session. This super smoothie is packed…
Blueberry Cherry Powerhouse Smoothie
For me, this blueberry cherry smoothie recipe is also a powerhouse drink. I have listed it top 5 among my superfood smoothies. A perfect start to your day or as an energetic mid-morning energy boost. I want you to realize the powerful natural combination of cherries and blueberries in this smoothie. Yes, full of goodness,…
To Peel or Not to Peel Carrots? – Pros & Cons
Every time I grab carrots to cook, I instinctively take out the peeler and start to peel the skins. But why and where is this habit coming from? A reflex perhaps? I guess, you and I picked from our own parents. But the question we’ll try to answer is: “do you or should you need…
New Produce: BroccoLeaf
Broccoleaf is fully packed with antioxidants, aka super greens, good for detoxification. This mighty green scores higher than kale (and broccoli florets) in calcium, but it is also an excellent source of great vitamins (see below), and has lots of phytonutrients, like glucosinolates, which are great cancer fighters. When to plant and grow broccoli? Broccoli…
Why I decided to give up Meat
I have been a meat-eater ever since I was a child, but that all changed earlier this year when I signed up for a 6 month long “professional plant-based certification cooking class”. I had no idea that it meant vegan cooking. And so my journey began! The class taught me how to prepare healthy meatless meals….
Green Kale Chips
Kale chips make the perfect pre-dinner appetizer and bite size party snacks. They are healthy, crunchy, and visually appealing. The key to cooking great kale chips is the oven temperature. I have found that a lower setting and longer cooking time helps the kale maintain its bright beautiful green color. The oil on the kale…
Tostones Recipe
I tried tostones for the first time at a Cuban restaurant in Southern California. I loved the crispy outside and the soft inside. They make a great appetizer or side dish and appeal to everyone because of their mild, simple taste. Twice fried plantains.