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Here you will find a variety of meatless recipes, many with optional substitutes or variations. I have enjoyed eating vegetarian and vegan foods for over 30 years and I am happy to share some delicious plant based recipes, healthy clean eating tips and natural DIY for the home.   

Not a vegetarian? Try adding a couple meatless meals per week, or maybe more at some point. Even cutting back on meat consumption is beneficial in many ways, prioritizing fruits, vegetables, legumes- (lentils, peas, peanuts, beans, hummus, etc.)whole grains, nuts and healthy fats, like olive oil and avocado.

Limiting processed foods, fast foods and added sugars is important! I recommend using 

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Here you will find a variety of meatless recipes, many with optional substitutes or variations. I have enjoyed eating vegetarian and vegan foods for over 30 years and I am happy to share some delicious plant based recipes, healthy clean eating tips and natural DIY for the home.   

Not a vegetarian? Try adding a couple meatless meals per week, or maybe more at some point. Even cutting back on meat consumption is beneficial in many ways, prioritizing fruits, vegetables, legumes- (lentils, peas, peanuts, beans, hummus, etc.)whole grains, nuts and healthy fats, like olive oil and avocado.

Limiting processed foods, fast foods and added sugars is important! I recommend using 

 

Summer Veggie Quesadillas

Ingredients:

1/2 cup chopped green or red pepper

1/2 cup chopped zucchini

1/2 cup chopped yellow squash

1/2 cup chopped red onion

5 oz fresh organic baby spinach

1 tablespoon olive oil

Cooking spray or olive oil

6 (9 inch) whole wheat tortillas

1 ¼ cups vegan cheddar or mozzarella shreds or other cheese.

1/4 teaspoon of salt and pepper 

1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder

 

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Frozen Mango Smoothie

Ingredients:

2 cups of fresh peeled mango or frozen mango chunks

1 1/2 cups of almond milk or other milk

1 cup of small ice cubes

1/4 cup of coconut yogurt or greek yogurt

1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract

*orange juice or coconut water could be substituted for milk

 

Instructions:

1. Peel and chop fresh mango and place in freezer for 30 minutes, or use ready frozen mango chunks.

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Broccoli Rice & Bean Pan Casserole

Ingredients:

1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 small onion chopped

3 cloves garlic minced

1 cup of quick cook brown rice (not instant rice)

2 cups of almond milk or other

1 cup of vegetable broth

1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste

2 1/2 cups broccoli florets cut into bite-sized pieces

2 cups chickpeas rinsed and drained

1 cup vegan cheddar cheese alt shreds or other

*Chick peas could be…

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Christmas Pretzel Candy

A fun and easy recipe..

Ingredients:

12 oz. white chocolate chips 

1 cup of dried cranberries

1 cup of walnuts or pecans

25 -30 mini pretzel twists

1 Tbsp coconut oil (optional if you want thinner chocolate)

Colored sprinkles or coconut flakes topping (optional)

 

Instructions:

1. Place parchment paper on a baking tray or board. Line up 25-30 pretzels on parchment paper. 

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Butternut Squash Hummus

Ingredients:

1 cup cubed butternut squash (peeled)

3-4 cloves fresh garlic (peeled and minced)

2 Tbsp lemon juice

1 15-ounce can chickpeas (lightly rinsed + drained)

1/3 cup tahini

4 Tbsp olive oil 

1/4 tsp each sea salt + pepper (to taste)

1/2 cup fresh chopped parsley (to garnish)

1/4 tsp ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp ground cumin

A pinch of nutmeg

1/4 tsp smoked paprika (optional…

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Asian Dipping or Saute Sauce

Ingredients:

3 tablespoons low salt soy sauce

2 tablespoons of spring or filtered water

2 teaspoons of rice wine vinegar

1 teaspoon of brown sugar 

1 teaspoon of sesame oil

1 small green onion

1/4 teaspoon of crushed red pepper(optional)

1 clove of chopped or minced fresh garlic (optional

 

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and blend well.

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