Vegan Vichyssoise is one of my favorite soups because it satisfies my cravings for creaminess, salt and fat in each delicious mouthful. Savor the flavors of garlic, leeks, sea salt, black pepper, potatoes and vegetable broth, blended with coconut yogurt and coconut milk and garnished with chives. That's what makes this Vegan Potato Coconut Vichyssoise Soup [...]
Lately, I've had a minor obsession with cauliflower and sweet potatoes. Everywhere I look, I see wonderful dishes made with these healthy, hardy staples. Sweet potatoes are chock full of nutrients including vitamin A, vitamin C, manganese, fiber, antioxidants, complex carbohydrates and they are low in calories. Cauliflower is a member of the cruciferous family of [...]
Smoothies have been around for quite some time, but it seems like nowadays more than ever they are being associated with healthy lifestyle. New age trend or not, one thing is for sure, these fruit and veggie-based beverages can in fact be a substitute for regular meals and a much healthier alternative to fast food. Plus, [...]
I have been adding nutritious chia seeds to my smoothies for quite a while, but I hadn't really experimented with other creative ways to enjoy chia seeds until I tasted my first mouthwatering dish of berry chia seed pudding at a local organic cafe. The subtle yet sensational flavor blend of sweet, tangy and creamy satisfied my taste buds and made me [...]
Mornings are busy in our home, so the more we prepare breakfast foods ahead of time, the more efficient we can be, especially when we are in a rush. These make ahead, grab and go raw granola bars are perfect for breakfast or as an energy boost any time of the day. These crunchy yummy ingredients also make [...]
Like many, I am a creature of habit. Each morning I have to have 2 cups of green tea with a splash of creamy, delicious almond, cashew or coconut milk. Nothing else will do. And when I feel the need to perk up with a stimulating cup of java, almond milk is my creamer of choice. No [...]
Enjoy this energizing summer dessert: Pina Colada Coconut Vegan Pudding.Photo source: freecoconutrecipes.com/by Sharla, Nampa, ID How would you like to enjoy all of the rich, creamy flavor of your favorite Pina Colada cocktail, without the buzz? This non-alcoholic, sweet, nutritious pudding combines the flavors and health benefits of pineapple, coconut cream concentrate, nut milk and vanilla [...]
Creamy Vegan Almond Coconut Spread is my favorite quick energy snack.Photo source: freecoconutrecipes.com/submitted by Kate, Highlands Ranch, CO Are creamy-food cravings getting the best of you? Are visions of your favorite, creamy, junk foods sabotaging your healthy, vegan diet? Help is on the way! When creamy cravings call your name, spread this nutritious and [...]
