Tag: plant-based diet

Falafel Tahini Mixed Greens Salad

Falafel Tahini Mixed Greens Salad

Falafel Tahini Mixed Greens Salad Serves 4 Ingredients: 2 2/3 cups green or brown lentils (cooked, drained and rinsed) * 1/3 cup tahini (divided) 1/2 cup cilantro (finely chopped) 1 teaspoon cumin 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon sea salt (divided) 1/4 cup unsweetened 

Marinated Veggie-Lentil Salad

Marinated Veggie-Lentil Salad

Marinated Veggie-Lentil Salad Ingredients: 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon pink Himalayan salt or sea salt 1/2 teaspoon cayenne Pepper 2 cups broccoli (chopped into small florets) 1/2 English cucumber (diced) 1 cup matchstick carrots 1 yellow bell 

Raspberry Apple Crisp

Raspberry Apple Crisp

Raspberry Apple Crisp

Serves 4

Ingredients:

1 cup raspberries
2 apples (chopped)
1/4 cup cinnamon (divided)
2 tablespoons coconut oil
1/2 cup cashews (chopped)
1/2 cup almonds (chopped)
1/3 cup almond Flour
2 tablespoons maple Syrup
2 tablespoons mint Leaves (optional)

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Add the raspberries and apple to a small baking dish.

2. Mix half of the cinnamon into the raspberries and apples and top with coconut oil.

3. In a small bowl add the cashews, almonds, almond flour, maple syrup and the remaining cinnamon. Mix together until evenly combined. Add this crumble over the raspberries and apples and place in the oven.

4. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and cool slightly.

5. Once cooled, top with mint leaves, if using. Divide evenly between bowls and enjoy!

7 Day Whole Foods-Plant Based Diet Meal Plan

7 Day Whole Foods-Plant Based Diet Meal Plan

The Whole Food Plant Based Diet is a completely animal product-free approach to healthy eating that maximizes whole grains, vegetables and legumes, while minimizing refined sugars and oils . This plan provides adequate protein from a variety of plant-based sources including grains, legumes, nuts and 

Cilantro-Lime Coleslaw

Cilantro-Lime Coleslaw

Cilantro-Lime Coleslaw Ingredients: Coleslaw: 2 cups shredded green cabbage 2 cups shredded purple cabbage 1 cup shredded carrots 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 2-3 green onions, sliced   Dressing: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 lime juiced 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for 

8 Health Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet

8 Health Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet

The earth is covered in plants that provide living creatures with food to keep us healthy and medicine for when we are sick. It makes sense that plants are an essential part of any healthy way of eating. Even in the harshest conditions, plant life, in some form, has been a part of traditional diets. By shifting plant foods to the core of your diet, you are making great strides for your health whether or not you choose to go entirely plant-based. Instead of getting caught up in labels, focus on including more plant-based foods in your diet.

Here are several great benefits of a diet relying mostly on plant foods:

1| Body Mass Index (BMI): Individuals following a plant-based diet that includes a variety of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, and seeds are more likely to have a healthy BMI and less likely to be overweight.

2| Risk of Chronic Disease: Plant-based diets reduce the risk for many chronic diseases, including heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. In fact, those who follow plant-based diets are more likely to have improved insulin sensitivity and lower cholesterol levels.

3| Toxic Load: Meat, dairy, and farm-raised fish may contain hormones, steroids, and other toxic residue from their feed and processing. Although a better choice, wild fish can still be contaminated with heavy metals, like mercury, and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), which may disrupt our hormones. Consuming organic produce and reducing consumption of animal foods can help limit exposure to these toxins.

4| Money: Individuals who follow a plant-based diet may save about $750 per year on grocery costs. Whole grains, beans, and in-season produce are economical and incredibly nourishing.

5| Animal Welfare: To meet the demand for animal foods, animals are often raised under poor conditions and crowded together in confined animal feeding operations (CAFOs). Supporting humane farms – or not purchasing meat at all – is a way to place your vote against animal cruelty.

6| The Planet: The demand for animal products is a major cause of deforestation as land is cleared to make room for animals. In fact, nearly 30% of the earth’s land area is used to raise livestock.5 Farm animals are also a major contributor of greenhouse gases, which are linked to global warming.

7| Resources: Plant-based foods require less energy, space, and water than animal foods and are less taxing on our resources. Producing one kilogram of animal protein uses 100 times more water than the same amount of protein from grains.

8| Longevity: Plant foods are high in antioxidant compounds like vitamin C, selenium, and vitamin E. These compounds assist in reducing oxidative stress in the body, which decreases disease risk and supports healthful aging.7 Some of the world’s longest-living people live in the Mediterranean and Asia. Both areas have traditional diets focused on plant-based diets.

Even if you don’t want to adopt an entirely plant-based diet, try what I like to call a “plant-rich” diet and get those veggies in!

Check out my 20 Delicious & Healthy Plant-Based Recipes Ebook!

20 Delicious & Healthy Plant-Based Recipes Ebook

20 Delicious & Healthy Plant-Based Recipes Ebook

The earth is covered in plants that provide living creatures with food to keep us healthy and medicine for when we are sick. It makes sense that plants are an essential part of any healthy way of eating. Even in the harshest conditions, plant life, 

Top Tips for Transitioning to a Plant-Based Diet

Top Tips for Transitioning to a Plant-Based Diet

Changing to a plant-based diet can be a big change, especially if you’re used to eating plenty of meat, fish, dairy and eggs in your diet. This can make it super daunting to commit to this lifestyle. You can make it a whole lot easier 

Vegan Peanut Ramen Soup

Vegan Peanut Ramen Soup

Vegan Peanut Ramen Soup

Ingredients:

1 tsp Avocado Oil

1 tsp Ginger (minced)

1 Garlic (clove, minced)

1 tbsp Thai Red Curry Paste

4 cups Organic Vegetable Broth (low sodium)

3/4 cup Lite Coconut Milk (from the can)

1/2 cup All Natural Peanut Butter

1 tbsp Tamari

1 tbsp Coconut Sugar

1 Lime (juiced)

3 cups Mushrooms (sliced)

10 oz Gluten-Free Ramen Noodles (dry)

2 cups Baby Spinach

 

Directions:

  1. Add the avocado oil, ginger and garlic to a pot over medium-low heat. Saute for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the curry paste and stir to combine.
  2. Add the vegetable broth, coconut milk, peanut butter, tamari, coconut sugar, and lime juice to the pot. Whisk to combine. Add the sliced mushrooms and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.
  3. While the soup simmers, cook the noodles according to the directions on the package and set aside.
  4. During the last minute, add the spinach and then remove from heat. Divide the noodles into bowls and top with the soup. Add optional garnishes (see notes) and enjoy!

Notes:

Optional Garnishes: Lime wedges, chopped peanuts, mint leaves and/or sesame seeds.

No Peanut Butter: Use almond butter instead.

Nut-Free: Use tahini instead of peanut butter.

More Protein: Add tofu or a boiled egg.

No Coconut Sugar: Sweeten with honey instead.

No Red Curry Paste: Use green curry paste instead.

No Ramen Noodles: Use spaghetti noodles, vermicelli noodles or buckwheat noodles instead.

Leftovers: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three to five days.