WHAT IS MALANGA? Malanga is a root vegetable similar to the consistency of a potato. It has great nutritional properties and it is typically consumed in South America, Africa and some tropical regions such as Puerto Rico. I remember growing up my mom would make boiled malanga with a side of veggie meat and salad.Continue reading “Malanga Fritters”
Category Archives: Vegetables
Hearts of Palm, Watermelon and Avocado Salad
This delicious salad is perfect for a warm day. It has the lightness of the hearts of palm, the sweetness of the watermelon, the creaminess of the avocado, and the rest of the ingredients make a fresh combination. It is very simple to put together and great to bring to a potluck. The lime juiceContinue reading “Hearts of Palm, Watermelon and Avocado Salad”
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Blue Corn Bean Tacos
Tacos are so versatile, you can add whatever you please. Let’s taco! Beans INGREDIENTS 4 cups cooked pinto beans 1 cup water 1 tablespoon sofrito 3 tablespoons tomato sauce 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon turmeric 1/8 teaspoon cumin 1 tablespoon Nutritional Yeast INSTRUCTIONSContinue reading “Blue Corn Bean Tacos”
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Mofongo
WHAT IS MOFONGO? Mofongo is a Puerto Rican dish, fried green plantains filled with meat and/or vegetables. INGREDIENTS 2 green plantains, unripe Avocado oil for frying 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 garlic cloves 1/2 cup water 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon onion powder INSTRUCTIONS Peel the plantains and cut them inContinue reading “Mofongo”
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Stuffed Bell Peppers
INGREDIENTS 2 red bell peppers 2 green bell peppers 1 cup Jasmin rice 1 1/2 cup water 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 5 fresh oregano leaves 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 whole baby bella mushrooms (chopped) 1/4 cup chopped red onion 1 tablespoon butter (for sautéing the onions and mushrooms)Continue reading “Stuffed Bell Peppers”
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Sourdough Stuffed Bell Peppers
INGREDIENTS To make the veggie meat layer: 2 tablespoons olive oil (or any oil you prefer) 1 1/2 cups Gardein Beefless Ground 1/4 cup Nutritional Yeast Salt to taste 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 cup water 6 whole white mushrooms (chopped) 1/4 cup red onion (chopped) 1 carrot (chopped) 2Continue reading “Sourdough Stuffed Bell Peppers”
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Beefless Zucchini Boats
Oh these zucchini boats are so tasty! Especially because of the vegan ricotta in the bottom layer, a creaminess you were not expecting! But let’s get into the details below. INGREDIENTS 2 1/2 cups beefless ground meat (I used Gardein) 3 tablespoons olive oil for cooking the meat (and more for drizzling the zucchini halves)Continue reading “Beefless Zucchini Boats”
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Vegetable Fried Rice with Seitan Steak Strips
INGREDIENTS 2 cups white rice (cooked) 1 cup frozen mixed veggies 1 cup frozen cauliflower 1 cup frozen edamame 3 tablespoons Tamari or Soy sauce (or more to taste) 1 1/2 veggie meat/seitan 2 tablespoons avocado oil for sautéing INSTRUCTIONS Add the oil to a wok or medium/large skillet and heat to medium-high. Add the vegetablesContinue reading “Vegetable Fried Rice with Seitan Steak Strips”
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Mini Spinach And White Bean Sourdough Pot Pies
I wanted to use my sourdough discard on these mini pot pies and it turned out absolutely delicious. Having a sourdough starter is such a treat, it is literally the gift that keeps on giving. There are so many recipes that can be made with a sourdough starter. You can check out my post HowContinue reading “Mini Spinach And White Bean Sourdough Pot Pies”
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BBQ Tempeh Rice Bowl
Tempeh is essentially fermented soybeans. It is a great source of protein, iron, magnesium, calcium and other nutrients. Tempeh is better if you marinate it the night before or even a couple of hours before cooking it. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup Jasmin rice 1 1/2 cups water 1 teaspoon salt (for theContinue reading “BBQ Tempeh Rice Bowl”
