Did you know that Chia seeds are an excellent source of fiber, protein, omega 3 fats, vitamins, and minerals? They’re well known for their energy packed nutrition. They were originally grown in Mexico, and the Aztec warriors would eat chia seeds to give them high energy & endurance. In the Mayan language, chia means “strength.” I make a batch of chia pudding every week and eat it as a snack. You can add in more protein by topping it with…
Ingredients: 1 bag of Trader Joe’s Les Petites Carrots ¼ cup filtered water 1 T Olive Oil ¼ t salt & pepper Directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place all ingredients into a 9 x 13 glass-baking dish. Cover with foil & bake for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes. Tips: You know it’s done when you can stick a fork into the carrots. You can cook with just water, if you’re watching…
Ingredients: 1-2 heads of Broccoli 1 carton of Portabella Mushrooms 1-2 Tablespoons Olive oil 1 teaspoon Salt & Pepper ½ cup to ¾ cup of filtered water Directions: Pre-heat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Wash and slice broccoli into florets. Wash and slice mushrooms. Place broccoli and mushrooms into greased 9×13 baking dish. I prefer glass, because this eliminates any chemicals from possibly leaking into the food. Add olive oil, salt, pepper, and enough water to cover the bottom…
There is this vegan brownie I love from Farmers Table Express in Boca Raton, FL. I love it so much that I decided to try making my own version at home, by reverse engineering the ingredients. I switched up the ingredients a little bit, but my version came out pretty good! If you’re a local, definitely check out Farmers Table Express. Brownie Ingredients: 1 cup raw walnuts (pre-soaked 8+ hrs & rinsed) 10-12 Medjool dates (pre-soaked 4+ hrs) ¼ cup…
I love this butternut squash from Trader Joe’s! If you’re looking for a good potato or bread alternative, this recipe is for you. It’s super easy to make. Ingredients: 1 package of Trader Joe’s Butternut Squash Zig-Zags 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil ½ teaspoon Salt & Pepper Directions: Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Add olive oil to 9×13 glass pan. Mix in squash, salt, & pepper. Cover dish with foil & baked covered for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake…
Whether you’re lactose intolerant or following a plant based diet, you’re going to love this recipe! Even if you’re not a fan of Avocados you will still love this recipe. You honestly wouldn’t even know avocados were in it, unless someone told you. Did you know that avocados are considered a super food? They’re loaded with vitamin K, folate, vitamin C, potassium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin E, and magnesium. For more information on the benefits of avocados, check out Dr. Axe’s…
This recipe is loaded with fiber, protein, magnesium, calcium, iron, and potassium! Ingredients: 2 Cups of Raisins 1 Cup of Sesame Seeds ½ Cup of Cacao Powder ¼ Cup of melted Coconut Oil ¼ Cup of Maple Syrup 1/4 Cup chocolate chips (optional) 1/2 Cup coconut flakes (optional) Directions: Blend all ingredients (except for coconut flakes) in a food processor. Roll into balls. Optional- coat with coconut flakes. Store in refrigerator or freezer. Tips: This can be a little messy!…
Did you know that jackfruit is the largest tree fruit in the world!? Believe it or not, they can reach close to 100 lbs. I had never heard of jackfruit, until moving to Florida. Our farmers market and select stores sell it, but it wasn’t until I had my first vegan “pulled-pork” sandwich that I became obsessed with it. Jackfruit has a nice meaty texture and works well for vegan meat substitutions. Even if you’re not vegan, I promise it’s…
Ingredients: One box of Pacific Organic Spicy Black Bean & Kale Soup 2 tablespoons of coconut cream ¼ cup of your favorite cheese ½ avocado Your favorite hot sauce Directions: Simmer soup for 5 mins on the stovetop. Add in coconut cream and vegan cheese. Pour into soup bowl. Add in sliced avocado & hot sauce. Tips: You can double the recipe for two people. You can crunch some tortilla chips on top. JUST EAT REAL…
Chia seed pudding is one of my favorite things to eat! Did you know that chia seeds are high in vitamins, minerals, omega 3, fiber, and protein? Chia seeds are excellent for digestive health & anti-aging. Check out this recipe and comment below what your favorite chia seed recipes are! Ingredients: ¾ cup soaked raw cashews (soak 4 hrs & rinse) 1 banana 1.5 cups of filtered water 1/3 cup Chia Seeds Directions: Blend it. I use a…