There's nothing like the comforting taste of chocolate to soothe my sweet tooth and my craving for a creamy, yummy treat. That's why I love making and drinking this rich, healthy, protein packed Banana Chocolate Smoothie. Chocolate lovers will have a field day over this satisfying smoothie that’s perfect for any time of the day. The [...]
Proteins are necessary to keep your body healthy--they are well known as the building blocks of the body. Your body breaks this down into amino acids that then promote cell growth and repair damaged tissues. Proteins also take longer to digest than carbohydrates making them last longer in your stomach--giving you more energy for the day. [...]
Salad has a few basic ingredients. Usually, that consists of lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, and carrots. That simple, basic salad is great and very nutrient dense, but after eating it for two weeks, you’re probably going to be tired of it. That's why these seasonal plant-based salads like the ones below are such tasty treats to make. They [...]
There is a lot of talk about vegan diets and how healthy they are. There is no doubt that eating more fruits and vegetables is a much better choice than eating processed foods. Abstaining from animal products also comes with perks for your overall well-being. However, deciding to become vegan may seem like a huge change. [...]
When the weather is damp, gray and rainy, I often try to soothe my soul with a satisfying meal of vegan comfort food like this healthy and delicious kale, tofu and quinoa combo. Most of the ingredients are staples in my kitchen, so this is a quick and easy way to lift my spirits and nourish my [...]
After a fun and fabulous summer, it's hard to believe that cooler fall weather is actually here already. We've had so many chilly days so soon that I have had to dig through my closet to find and bundle up in warmer winter clothing. The drop in temperature also makes me crave different types of food. [...]
Fall is finally here! And there is nothing more colorful--and delightful--than the sight of fall organic produce at our local farmer's market. It is such a pleasure to explore the farm stands and select ripe, seasonal vegetables to take home to prepare in simple, healthy ways. Vegetable soups are one of my favorite ways to enjoy a variety of [...]
Whenever I crave a quick, easy, healthy, hearty and delicious vegan dish, I know just what to do. I create my own Buddha bowls with whatever fresh, organic ingredients I have on hand. Since today's VeganMoFo prompt is "quick, easy and delicious", I decided to go with that theme and make a Tofu Vegetable Quinoa Buddha Bowl with the vegetables, grains and spices [...]
