Salads
Ingredients
6 medium potatoes, washed, peeled, cooked and diced
3 celery stalks, sliced
2 medium carrots, grated
1 tbsp green onion, finely sliced
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
¼ cup cooked peas
For the Dressing:
1 block medium firm tofu, drained and mashed
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp Dijon mustard Continue reading
This salad is so tasty and refreshing. You use fresh peas that are lightly cooked, fresh arugula, and tasty feta cheese along with a light lemony dressing. You can whip it up in just a few short minutes so be sure to keep the ingredients on hand!
Ingredients
1 pound fresh green peas (or 1 cup shelled peas)
2 cups boiling water
6 cups fresh arugula
1/4 cup fresh mint, lightly chopped
Juice of half a lemon
1 tbsp. olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Two ounces of feta cheese, crumbled Continue reading
Most people I know had never heard of ratatouille before the animated movie came out, and even now I don’t know many people who have given it a try. It’s really a shame because it’s delicious! This recipe is a bit of a twist on traditional ratatouille to make it healthier. It’s perfect for people who have avoided giving eggplant a try as well!
Ingredients
1 medium eggplant
Bowl of lightly salted water
5 roma tomatoes
1 zucchini
1 orange bell pepper
1 red onion
3 tbsp. olive oil
2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
2/3 cup fresh basil, sliced Continue reading
Ingredients
1 C. shredded carrots
1 C. sliced cauliflower
½ C. chopped pecans
1 C. spinach or other greens
Black pepper
Directions
Slice cauliflower in ¼ to 1 inch slices. Tear greens into small pieces. Toss all ingredients together. Add pepper to taste. Chill and serve with your choice of fat-free dressing. (Serves 4) Continue reading
This is a tasty, warm salad filled with amazing vegetables. You get tons of flavors, colors, and textures. It’s a mindful eater’s dream! All of these nourishing foods come together to create a tantalizing dish that will satisfy every sense.
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa (Traditional is more flavorful but red has more nutrients and has a pretty color, you choose whichever you want!)
2/3 cup chopped white onion
1 1/2 cup chopped zucchini
1 cup chopped yellow squash
2 cups fresh green beans, chopped
8 cloves of garlic Continue reading