Cucumber, Tomato, Avocado and Cashew Salad
A nice fresh, sweet tomato tastes so good mixed with a avocado and cucumber. A chewy nut added is both the surprise to the taste buds and a protein kick. You can make this a lovely lunch or dinner by adding tuna or chicken. Ingredients: 1 ripe...
My Quest to Veganism
Right now, I see myself as an emerging butterfly coming out of my cocoon. I have went through many stages on my journey to becoming vegan. I say journey because for me it has been and continues to be. I have given out of gas, got lost, and my engine...
Soy-Free Protein Options for WLS Vegans
Protein is everything for the post-WLS vegan. Those who have had Roux-En-Y gastric bypass only absorb about 75 percent of the nutrients they consume. That means they have to get 100 grams of protein to absorb 75. Duodenal Switch patients absorb even ...
Coconut milk French Toast
French toast is a lovely addition to breakfast, but eggs are not so nice for us vegans. So what to do? How can we make French toast without eggs? One way is by using a thickened coconut milk batter, which tastes amazing and is totally free of undeveloped...
Make Your Own Flours from Grains and Legumes
Specialty flours can be pretty expensive to buy, but did you know you can make your own? A grain mill is the perfect way to ensure that you are getting the freshest flour possible, but you aren't limited to wheat. I've been experimenting with different...
Outstanding Oven-Roast Vegetables
This easy and tasty roast vegetable dish makes a delicious lunch or supper. It is an ideal way of not only getting some of your 5-a-day in your diet, but also using up any leftover vegetables that you have in the fridge (any that you have that are getting...
Black Bean Crackers
We have been trying to reduce the amount of grain that we eat, but it's hard on my kids. They like to munch on crackers and the gluten free options tend to be a bit pricey. I like to make my own food wherever possible, so this seemed like a good opportunity...
Fruit and Yogurt Salad Bowls
Fruit is one of Summer's many delicious bounties. And something about the sweetness of the pineapple and sour of the grapefruit in this salad mixture that is so delicious. Try it and you'll see. Make sure you choose ripe fruit. Great recipe ...
Cracked Marinated Olives
Ingredients Serves 8 1 lb/450 g can or jar of unpitted large green olives, drained 4 Garlic cloves, peeled 2 Tsp coriander seeds 1 Small lemon 4 Sprigs of fresh thyme 4 Feathery stalks of fennel 2 Small fresh red chiles (optional) Pepper ...
Woot! We've set up a deal with Vitamix for free shipping for all of you.
Hey everyone - I'm happy to announce that we've set up a deal with Vitamix where you all can now get the shipping fee waived when you order one. Just use coupon code 06-007514 when ordering. If you're not familiar with Vitamix, it's basically a Vegans...
Teaching Kids About Nutrition
'm a teacher who teaches in a fairly progressive community. When I began teaching 18 years ago, many of my families were vegetarian. As the years have moved by, and the idea and practice of raising "local, humane" animal foods has become prevalent, ...
