Posted by Meadow Summers on Monday, January 9, 2012,
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My family loves this soup! It is hearty and delicious. Since peas are in the legume family, they provide many of the typical nutritional benefits found in legumes, such as high protein, high fiber, and low fat.
This soup is easy to prepare and inexpensive. Total cooking time is a couple of hours. Preparation time is about 15-20 minutes. The only advance preparation necessary is to soak the split peas overnight. When you soak them beforehand you can shorten their cooking time and make them mo... Continue reading ...
Creamed Kale Sauce Over Brown Rice Pasta (Non-Dairy)
Posted by Meadow Summers on Monday, December 12, 2011,
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Healthy Dinner Recipes are easy to find these days. But, being a “clean” vegan, or a person who does not eat animal products or processed foods, it can still be a challenge to find a suitable recipe that doesn’t need altering. I can usually tweak most recipes to come up with “clean” versions and when I come across one that I get excited about, I like to share it. I came across the creamed kale recipe on the Whole Life Nutrition Kitchen. A wonderful blog filled with healthy recipes. M... Continue reading ...
Green Cabbage Soup
Posted by Meadow Summers on Friday, December 2, 2011,
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Green cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable that is rich in phytonutrients. Working against free radicals, phytonutrients actually increase the production of enzymes in our bodies that are increase detoxification in our bodies. Cabbage contains sulfur and iodine both of which encourage cleansing in your body.
This soup is chock full of nutrition. All of the ingredients involved are fresh and unprocessed providing enormous health benefits. The ingredient list is quite long, but the flavors come ... Continue reading ...
Sweet and Savory Buttercup Squash Soup
Posted by Meadow Summers on Wednesday, November 30, 2011,
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When winter time comes around, nothing warms me more than homemade soup. Just having it simmering on the stove warms the house and fills it with inviting, delicious smells. Soup is one of my soul foods and I love to put together combinations of foods that I love and creative different recipes that fulfill different cravings I might be having. Sometimes I will crave a light soup, while other times I will be craving more of a stew like concoction. And, still other times a thick, creamy soup wil... Continue reading ...
Easy Recipes - Vegan Baked Potato Soup
Posted by Meadow Summers on Tuesday, November 29, 2011,
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Potatoes are nutritious, versatile and easy to prepare in so many recipes. Perhaps this is why they are one of our most popular vegetables. One medium sized potato provides us with about 5 grams of fiber and 150 calories. They are rich in complex carbohydrates, which can supply us with valuable energy. Potatoes contain vitamin C, B6 and other vitamins and minerals. They are rich in potassium (in fact they contain more than any other vegetable – even bananas). As an electrolyte, potassium ca... Continue reading ...
Spicy Cabbage Coleslaw
Posted by Meadow Summers on Saturday, November 26, 2011,
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This is a great side dish, especially during the warm summer months. It is completely raw and chock full of fresh, zesty ingredients.
Red cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable. It is a good source of phytonutrients that assist our bodies with detoxification from the daily carginogens to which we are exposed. It is rich in glucosinolates which help the body to develop isothiocyanates - strong cancer fighting properties. Red cabbage is a rich source of Vitamins A and C which are powerful antioxida... Continue reading ...
Healthy Meal Ideas: Brown Rice Pasta and Fresh Broccoli
Posted by Meadow Summers on Tuesday, November 22, 2011,
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This recipe is one of those old fashioned healthy meals with my own added updates. When I was a kid, my grandmother, then my mom used to make this healthy food regularly. However, with my vegan substitutions, I have cut down the fat content, refined carbohydrates and use only fresh organic broccoli and garlic. It is still a quick, easy meal that is inexpensive to prepare. And, it is filling and nutritious. Broccoli is one of those foods that is packed with nutrients and has strong cancer fight... Continue reading ...
"Bacon" Mushroom Pasta with Cream Sauce
Posted by Meadow Summers on Friday, November 18, 2011,
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As a vegan who eats following a “raw” philosophy (no adulterated or processed foods), I am constantly on the lookout for recipes that are rich, creamy and delicious without being overly complicated. This recipe is not complicated but it will take a little time and effort to prepare. However, the end result is worth it. We had clean plates around the table when I prepared this meal. And the lingering question filled the air, “when are you going to make this again??”
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Raw Tuna-ish Salad
Posted by Meadow Summers on Monday, November 14, 2011,
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One of my favorite foods has always been tuna. And, although I am mostly vegan and raw at this point, I do still eat some fish occasionally. I believe that the omega 3 fatty acids contained in fish are important to heart health. Deep caught, cold water fish that is wild caught is the most beneficial. But, be sure you know your source and buy from a reputable fish seller. However, if you do not eat fish or if you want a suitable alternative, try this tuna-ish salad. It is raw and made from all ... Continue reading ...
Eating Healthy: Tofu Burger with Fresh Raw Ketchup
Posted by Meadow Summers on Saturday, September 24, 2011,
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Forget the Hamburger Helper! This is a quick, delicious recipe that is a hit every time I make it. It takes only minutes to put together and you can vary it in any way you want. If you like mushrooms, add them. Want some spice, add a little cayenne pepper. Really, the sky is the limit. You can add your favorite flavors to this wonderfully textured burger. You will fall in love! This is a super clean recipe. There are no undesirable ingredients. Everything is healthy and pure. When I prepare my... Continue reading ...
Raw "Clean" Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies
Posted by Meadow Summers on Sunday, September 4, 2011,
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There is nothing like chocolate chip cookies. And, as a “clean” vegan (meaning that in addition to eliminating animal products from my diet, I have also eliminated refined sugars, white flour and processed anything), I am always looking for a good recipe that fits my strict criteria!
I changed my diet initially for health reasons. I was diagnosed with breast cancer and desperately wanted to improve and support my health in any way I could. I turned to diet and began eliminating all of the... Continue reading ...
Eating Healthy: Vegan Creamy "Cheese"
Posted by Meadow Summers on Tuesday, July 26, 2011,
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Adapted from Dr. Ben Kim’s website Some things are just too hard to give up. One of them being creamy, delicious cream cheese. Well, for those of us who are lactose intolerant or simply choose not to eat dairy because of its negative health affects, this recipe is just great. This will satisfy your craving for cream cheese. You can use it in whatever way you use regular cream cheese. Spread it on a bagel. Its texture is great and it lasts in the refrigerator for a couple of weeks. Vegan Cream ... Continue reading ...
Vegan “Cheese” Sauce
Posted by Meadow Summers on Tuesday, July 26, 2011,
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Adapted from a recipe by Kathy Pollard This is the best “cheese” sauce I have tried. It is quick and easy to whip up and it is a versatile condiment. You can use it on potatoes, brown rice pasta, veggies – or whatever you like to eat cheese sauce on. The arrowroot powder thickens it up nicely and the nutritional yeast flakes gives it a cheesy taste. Kathy Pollard is genius for thinking this one up! Thanks Kathy! I usually will serve this over baked potatoes. My family loves it! Delicious c... Continue reading ...
Healthy Recipes: Cooked Lentils
Posted by Meadow Summers on Monday, July 18, 2011,
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One of my all time favorite foods happens to be a true soul food for me. It is cooked lentils. My grandmother always had these ready and on hand. They were a staple in her diet. In Lebanon, where she was from, they call them, Mujadara. It is a healthy meal that is inexpensive and easy to prepare. Here is my grandmother’s recipe, which I have adopted. I make this dish often for my family. Sometimes, I will serve the whole meal Lebanese themed. Add some hummus, tabuleah, falafel and Ezekiel p... Continue reading ...
Eating Healthy – Vegan Greek Salad with Raw Almond Feta
Posted by Meadow Summers on Saturday, July 16, 2011,
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Nothing speaks to my tummy more than summer salads. On a warm evening, a light refreshing dinner fits the bill. That is why this salad is so amazing. It will satisfy your appetite while incorporating only healthy, fresh ingredients. The ingredients included in this recipe comprise a complete meal. You will cover all of your nutritional needs: protein, healthy carbs and vegetables. Plus, the dressing and olives are heart healthy. No heavy bloated feeling will lurk after eating this salad. You ... Continue reading ...
Vegan Eggless Salad
Posted by Meadow Summers on Saturday, July 16, 2011,
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If you love egg salad but, like me (due to allergies), can’t eat eggs, this is a substitute that really closely simulates the real thing. You can put this recipe together in about 5 minutes and it requires no cooking. The mashed tofu gives this salad its texture. It is a high protein food that is low calorie and does not contain the high amounts of cholesterol that is found in egg yolks. It is great for sandwiches or wraps and will hold up for about 3 days or so in the refrigerator (if it l... Continue reading ...
Vegan Spinach Quiche
Posted by Meadow Summers on Saturday, June 25, 2011,
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This recipe is incredible. As a vegan who is allergic to eggs and dairy, I was thrilled to discover this version of quiche. It retains the creamy texture of the real thing but does not leave me with all of the side effects that the original would leave behind. I fed this recipe to my family and they loved it. The next time I make it, I will have to make two! A quick double take and the pie plate went empty. Amazing! It is so tasty and creamy even the biggest skeptics will approve. Continue reading ...
Eating Healthy: Spinach Sauce with Pasta
Posted by Meadow Summers on Wednesday, June 22, 2011,
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This is a vegan recipe that is absolutely delicious. It is packed with nutrition. The flavor and texture of a cheesy sauce is what makes it so appealing. Yet, it is completely dairy free and contains no animal products. I make this for my family and even my very picky eaters love it. Serve it over the brown rice pasta of your choice and you have a meal that is filling and completely free of processed foods. Ingredients:- 1 yellow onion – chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic – chopped
- Olive oil
- 4 fresh rip...
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Creamy Vegan Mac and Cheese
Posted by Meadow Summers on Wednesday, June 22, 2011,
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One thing that you may miss eating vegan is cheese. I used to devour cheese regularly. I never put together that my bloating, headaches and stomach upset were due to cheese consumption until I tested for allergies and learned I was allergic to dairy products. This recipe will satisfy your hankering for the ultimate comfort food, mac and cheeze without the bloat and other nasty discomforts of dairy. You can serve six with this recipe (or less if you are a really hungry group)! This is a quick mea... Continue reading ...
Brownies that are Vegan and Raw!
Posted by Meadow Summers on Wednesday, June 22, 2011,
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These brownies have become a family favorite. They are as close to “raw” brownies as you will get. All of the ingredients are pure and unprocessed. The only difference is that this recipe calls for cooking the brownies in a 200 degree oven. If you prefer, you can dehydrate them in a dehydrator for 4-6 hours at 115 degrees (turning them over about half way through). No need to miss brownies!Don’t expect an overly sweet brownie when you make these. They are rich in flavor and dense with ch... Continue reading ...
Healthy Meal Ideas: Vegan Brown Rice Pasta with Alfredo Style Sauce
Posted by Meadow Summers on Wednesday, June 22, 2011,
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If you love alfredo, but don’t love the dairy and the massive amount of unhealthy calories it contains, this is the recipe for you. This simple recipe makes a creamy, delicious sauce – alfredo style without the guilt – and its healthy!
The secret ingredient here is cashews. That’s right, cashews! They give the sauce a creamy, rich texture and mild taste. You will feel like you are eating cheese but rest assured, this recipe is completely vegan – no dairy or animal products at all.
Yo... Continue reading ...
Quick and Easy Seitan Pepper “Steak”
Posted by Meadow Summers on Friday, June 17, 2011,
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Seitan is seasoned wheat gluten. It is a protein-rich food that is highly nutritious. It can be prepared quickly and easily in a variety of ways. Seitan is not widely known in the West. But, it has been traditionally eaten in wheat growing countries such as Korea, China, Japan, the Middle East and Russia.
Seasoned wheat gluten is associated with religious groups such as Buddhists, Mormons, and Seventh Day Adventists who consume it often. The word Seitan comes from the Japanese and usually ref... Continue reading ...
Superfood Smoothie
Posted by Meadow Summers on Sunday, May 29, 2011,
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This is a recipe adapted from one of the raw food’s biggest guru’s, David Wolfe. During a presentation at a program I attended, he demonstrated making this smoothie. A lucky few of us got to sample it and it was delicious. If you have ever had the privilege of seeing David speak, you know that his enthusiasm and passion explode the room. He will have you searching for natural springs and eating superfoods in no time! There should be more people filled with positive energy like David in th... Continue reading ...
Viva La Smoothie
Posted by Meadow Summers on Sunday, May 29, 2011,
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Smoothies are an excellent way to ensure that we are meeting the nutritional needs of our bodies. The combinations are endless and the result is a smooth, delicious treat that happens to be extremely nutritious. You can pack smoothies with whatever you like. I prefer to prepare healthy smoothie recipes, making my smoothies as nutrient rich and low fat as possible. This means I leave out things like ice cream, yogurt and milk. But, if you are looking to make a treat, a smoothie that includes ic... Continue reading ...
Go Green Smoothie
Posted by Meadow Summers on Sunday, May 29, 2011,
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The most healthy smoothie recipes are for green smoothies. Green smoothies can provide you with a great deal of vitamins, antioxidants and minerals in a glass. You can pack in so many great fruits and veggies and the variations are endless. I enjoy a green smoothie several times a week for breakfast. It is a filling wonder food. Not only do I pack in the 5 recommended servings of fruits and vegetables for the day in only breakfast, but I am satisfied and feel great after drinking it. I can ea... Continue reading ...
Vegan Chocolate Shake
Posted by Meadow Summers on Sunday, May 29, 2011,
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There is no reason that one cannot enjoy a chocolate shake when they do not consume dairy products. In fact, this chocolate shake is healthy! It contains very few ingredients but delivers with very big flavor. The benefits of this shake are numerous. The base of it is almond milk. Studies have shown that eating nuts is linked to a lower risk of heart disease. Almonds are rich in monounsaturated fats. They have been shown to lower LDL cholesterol when part of a healthy diet. They contain vitam... Continue reading ...
Do You Like Pina Coladas Smoothie
Posted by Meadow Summers on Sunday, May 29, 2011,
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This is a delicious tasting healthy smoothie recipe that brings you back to the tropics. Its smooth vanilla taste is just so good. The banana, coconut and pineapple give it that tropical flavor. This is a filling shake that will fill you up for breakfast and keep you going until your next meal. You are getting 3 of your 5 recommended fruits and vegetables for the day in this smoothie alone! Ingredients:1 banana (frozen works best) ½ cup fresh young coconut meat ½ cup fresh or frozen diced pine... Continue reading ...
Chai Latte Smoothie
Posted by Meadow Summers on Sunday, May 29, 2011,
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A completely vegan , mostly raw smoothie that will quench your hankering for the smooth delicious flavor of chai. It is a nice treat in the afternoon, or whenever you desire the spicy goodness that this smoothie will provide. This recipe is chock full of beneficial spices: Cinnamon can lower LDL cholesterol and have a regulatory effect on blood sugar. Some research shows that cinnamon has been shown to stop medication-resistant yeast infections. Nutmeg is said to lower blood pressure and sooth... Continue reading ...
I Scream for Ice Cream that Has No Cream
Posted by Meadow Summers on Friday, May 20, 2011,
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Who says that rich, delicious ice cream can't be good without sugar, milk and other unhealthy additives? Certainly not me. And, I can guarantee you that giving this recipe a try will not only please your tastebuds but also your waistline. It is completely raw and through the roof on the YUM factor. This recipe is made from completely natural ingredients and is actually healthy and raw! It includes many valuable nutrients while delivering in the satisfied sweet tooth department. I first discove... Continue reading ...
Vegan Mexican Recipes
Posted by Meadow Summers on Wednesday, April 27, 2011,
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Mexican cuisine is a popular choice among many because it is good to serve as your typical appetizer, a quick breakfast, lunch or dinner. It is perfect for family gatherings! You can be sure that when Mexican food and recipes are on the menu, you are likely to receive a positive reaction from your family and guests. These vegetarian Mexican dishes are easy dinner recipes you can make for a variety of different occasions. Vegan Quesadillas Ingredi... Continue reading ...
Healthy Eating Books offer Delicious Raw Recipes
Posted by Meadow Summers on Wednesday, April 20, 2011,
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Raw foodism is a philosophy that most or all of the diet should be raw food. Some raw foodists claim that cooking food kills its precious enzymes. Cooking has both positive and negative effects. Cooking, particularly for long periods, can break down some of the vitamin content. Steaming and boiling causes some of the minerals and vitamins to be lost. Carcinogens that can cause cancer are formed when foods are burned or oils are heated above the smoking point. And, deep frying foods leads to t... Continue reading ...
Delicious and Healthy Soup Recipes
Posted by Meadow Summers on Thursday, March 31, 2011,
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Soup is a comforting soul food, especially during the winter months. Traditional homemade soup recipes warm the body and nourish the mind. Along with salad and fresh bread, soup is a healthy, satisfying meal. Soup can also have a lot of additional health benefits. Studies show that soup produces a feeling of satiety more than other types of food. Researchers believe this may have to do with its high water content.
In addition, when healthy soups are piping hot we tend to eat more slowly, whic... Continue reading ...
More Healthy Smoothie Recipes!
Posted by Meadow Summers on Wednesday, March 30, 2011,
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Get out the Vitamix and make some healthy fruit smoothie recipes in mere minutes. Drinking smoothies is a great way to get all the nutrients you need during the day, especially when you are trying to lose weight. Smoothies can serve as a substitute for almost every meal or snack. Here a few healthy smoothie recipes that can assist you with your weight loss goals.
Watermelon Smoothie
Watermelon is an excellent choice for any smoothie recipe since it is low in calories and low in fat. TIP: For a... Continue reading ...
Delicious Fat-Free Recipes for Total Health!
Posted by Meadow Summers on Wednesday, March 30, 2011,
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If you want to be healthy, keep this in mind: restrict your consumption of bad fats, especially saturated fats and Trans fatty acids, and you will decrease your risk of heart disease. Consuming a diet low in fat does not mean giving up the flavors you love. You will still be able to enjoy a lot of your favorite foods. There are wonderful substitutes for many not so wonderful ingredients that are healthy and delicious. This article will give you a number of mouth watering low fat recipes for y... Continue reading ...
Healthy Soup Recipes
Posted by Meadow Summers on Thursday, March 24, 2011,
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Warm soups are made by boiling various ingredients in broth or water until they become tender and the flavor of its ingredients are extracted. When consuming soup, the body can absorb and assimilate the nutrients it contains rapidly without having to digest and break down the ingredients. It is a perfect way to get nutrients and consume less calories! A great benefit of soup is that it can be made from almost any thing and can be prepared in just minutes.
Have a nice warm cup of soup to sip a... Continue reading ...
Healthy Dinner Recipes Using Tofu
Posted by Meadow Summers on Wednesday, March 16, 2011,
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Dinner is the time when families bond, daily activities are shared, secrets revealed and memories are formed. Because of hectic schedules leaving little time for meal preparation, too few people take the time to eat nutritious meals. If you are already a fan of vegetarian dishes, or just eager to try new ingredients, tofu is the perfect solution for dinner. This versatile superfood packs a triple wallop: It is delicious, inexpensive and as healthy as it gets! Be su... Continue reading ...
Cacao Superfood Smoothie
Posted by Meadow Summers on Monday, March 14, 2011,
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Smoothies are a great way to pack in many of the nutrients that you need in a day. You can add anything you like to a smoothie. The more you vary the ingredients, the more nutrients you will pack in. In my smoothie recipes I only include fresh, organic ingredients. They are all non-dairy and vegan. You can adapt them however you like to suit your personal tastes and nutritional requirements. You may be aware by now that chocolate is actually considered a “superfood”. If you have been in th... Continue reading ...
Healthy Smoothie Recipes – Boom-Boom Pow Smoothie
Posted by Meadow Summers on Monday, March 14, 2011,
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This smoothie is an anti-oxidant powerhouse. Berries are superfoods that are super healthy and nutritious. They provide so many important nutrients. Drinking this smoothie often is a great way to load up with vitamins and minerals in a healthy, delicious way. Blueberries are a true superfood. They make any smoothie recipe a healthy smoothie recipe. They are rich in anti-oxidants and a host of vitamins and minerals. They are powerful little berries that can raise the hemoglobin and oxygen in th... Continue reading ...
Berry Berry Good Smoothie
Posted by Meadow Summers on Monday, March 14, 2011,
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Berries, berries everywhere. These vitamin packed natural foods are ultra nutritious. It is important to eat plenty of them on a regular basis. In fact, consuming a smoothie for breakfast or as a snack is a great nutrient boost and will stave off hunger. Strawberries contain almost as much vitamin C as you will find in a cup of orange juice (over 100 mg). Since this smoothie recipe includes both strawberries and orange juice, you will be getting plenty of this immune boosting nutrient. They ar... Continue reading ...
Healthy Appetizers that are Vegetarian
Posted by Meadow Summers on Wednesday, March 9, 2011,
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It is not only essential for dieters to select healthy appetizers, but for everyone. The trick for the preparation of healthy appetizers is to make them look more attractive so that our brains get excited about eating them. Healthy appetizer recipes are one of the most useful recipes available. Healthy appetizers may be the most complete and satisfying than those appetizers which are full of fat. Start your next party a healthy note of these mouth watering healthy appetizers for parties. Image ... Continue reading ...
Recipes that will Help you Raise Healthy Children
Posted by Meadow Summers on Wednesday, February 23, 2011,
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Raising a happy, healthy child is one of the biggest jobs a parent can have and it is indeed a rewarding experience. However, many of us do not approach parenting with the same priority as we do in our careers. We also sometimes act based on our gut reactions to situations or simply use the same parenting techniques that our parents did. Making an effort to introduce a healthy diet for children may not always be easy. Yet there are some gentle ways parents can push their children towards healt... Continue reading ...
Healthy Dessert Options
Posted by Meadow Summers on Sunday, February 13, 2011,
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During the holidays, desserts are usually big crowd pleasers. Unfortunately, they are also the main reason why your waistline increases. Finding a healthy dessert recipe can be easy, but many people don’t bother to look for one. Why? Well, many believe that it is not possible to produce healthy sweet dishes.
To choose a healthy lifestyle does not mean you have to give up on eating palatable desserts. There are myriad healthy dessert options. You can do a lot with natural ingredients. In fact... Continue reading ...
Vegan Soul Food Recipes
Posted by Meadow Summers on Tuesday, February 8, 2011,
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Traditionally, soul food is a combination of African and Native American food ingredients commonly found in the southern United States to create warm, tasty feasts. For those of us who are staying away from meat and dairy, it may be difficult to find satisfying recipes that are vegan and that warm our souls. Need help choosing the perfect menu for vegan soul food? Here are easy to follow recipes to make vegan soul food cooking a breeze. Crock Pot Vegetables Ingredients- 3 potatoes, medium
- 1 sweet...
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Two Easy and Quick Potato Recipes
Posted by Meadow Summers on Friday, January 21, 2011,
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Why not cook your own potato dish? After all, potatoes are one of the most versatile vegetables for healthy eating and cooking. They are considered the most popular tubers in the world. There are a lot of varieties of potatoes, a lot of ways to cook them, and a lot of other uses which you may not have thought of. They are used as a main ingredient in various dishes like soups, stews and casserole dishes. Potatoes are an excellent source of minerals and vitamins. It is the most widely grown ve... Continue reading ...
What's for Dinner? Healthy Meal Ideas
Posted by Meadow Summers on Monday, January 17, 2011,
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Diet defines health. Therefore, it is our responsibility to feed our bodies with good food so we can live healthy and happy lives. Because of this, it is necessary to prepare healthy meals such as breakfast, lunch and dinner consisting of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts and seeds. When planning our diet, keep in mind that the body needs to be nourished by all the necessary nutrients. These days we are looking for healthy meal ideas to manage our overall health, prevent chronic illness a... Continue reading ...
Healthy Breakfast Recipes
Posted by Meadow Summers on Sunday, January 16, 2011,
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A problem many of us face each morning before we start our day is how to make a healthy breakfast. It is either because we do not have time for breakfast, or we lack ideas for healthy options. Being vegan doesn't mean you have to sacrifice taste or a meal that is hearty. You can eat quick, healthy and satisfying meals that will help you maintain good health and vitality. Life may be very intense at times, thus we have to ensure that we get the proper nutrition to remain effective and active. B... Continue reading ...
Easy Vegetarian Recipes
Posted by Meadow Summers on Sunday, January 16, 2011,
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Here are a few easy vegetarian recipes that are healthy for you. The instructions are simple and with just a little bit of effort, you can create a fabulous, tasty meal. Avocado Tomato SaladThis is one of the simplest salads to make and it is extremely delicious! Ingredients- 1 cup vegan mozzarella or feta cheese, shredded or cubed
- 1 large ripe tomato, diced
- Several tablespoons organic extra virgin oli...
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Nutrient Rich Cacao Nibs and Chocolate Truffle Recipe
Posted by Meadow Summers on Friday, December 31, 2010,
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Raw cacao nibs and cocoa beansCacao nibs are essentially raw chocolate. They are pieces of cocoa bean that are hulled and prepared for use in chocolate bars and other chocolate applications. Nibs, on their own, taste vaguely similar to roasted coffee beans. They have a more compound flavor, but overall coffee beans will taste more interesting on their own. Cacao nibs are used to extract dark chocolate notes, which make them a popular addition to many recipes.
Before cacao is processed into mil... Continue reading ...
Raw Carrot Cake Muffin Recipe
Posted by Meadow Summers on Tuesday, April 13, 2010,
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 Raw food recipes are so much more pure and natural than any other recipes around. They incorporate lots of fresh, organic fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds and are amazingly creative. There are no artificial sweeteners or refined sugars in raw foods either. The only sweeteners used are natural sweeteners such as agave nectar, stevia extract, dates or maple syrup (which isn’t technically raw but is used a lot for its sweet properties). You won’t find refined flours in raw recipes. Basical... Continue reading ...
Healthy Dinner Recipes Step Aside – It’s Breakfast Time!
Posted by Meadow Summers on Sunday, February 14, 2010,
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 I find that it is so easy to find healthy dinner recipes online when I use my favorite cookbook – Google. There are a myriad of quick healthy dinner recipes to choose from. Whenever I am looking to squash the boredom of preparing and eating the same meals all the time, I can easily find at least several easy healthy dinner recipes to make just searching on the ingredients that I have available at home. But when I try to find a recipe that is great for breakfast, I don’t seem to have as m... Continue reading ...
Raw Cheesecake Recipes
Posted by Meadow Summers on Saturday, February 6, 2010,
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I love raw desserts. They are full of good ingredients, do not contain refined sugar and are simply amazingly delicious. Some raw recipes are extremely complicated and difficult. I gave up on preparing the raw gourmet meal recipes. I found they consumed so much of my time, and I was just not very good at preparing them. The desserts, however, are incredible and most are not very difficult to prepare. Everyone I prepare them for is pleasantly surprised and eager for more. In particular, I find... Continue reading ...
Easy, Tasty Mexican Recipes
Posted by Meadow Summers on Saturday, February 6, 2010,
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There are some really yummy Mexican food recipes that are not only quick and easy to prepare, but are also nutritious and vegan. Here are a few of my favorites. Serve with some brown rice and you have a meal!
Easy Mexican Recipes:
Authentic Mexican Recipes - Simple Black Beans
1 lb. of black beans 2 tablespoons of olive oil 2 tablespoons of salt 2 tablespoons of garlic powder
Clean and wash black beans. Put the beans into a large bowl and cover with water. Let the beans soak overnight. Ri... Continue reading ...
Vegan Potato Recipes
Posted by Meadow Summers on Friday, February 5, 2010,
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I am a potato lover. And, although I know that on the vegetable scale, potatoes are on the lower end of nutritious, I do sneak them in every couple of weeks. I would like to share with you some of my favorite potato recipes and also some nutritional information about my beloved potato.
One large potato has 278 calories, 254 of which are from carbohydrate and 3.3 from fat. They are actually high in protein with 20.8 of calories from one large potato coming from protein. Not bad. They are a go... Continue reading ...
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