The Smoothie Vegetarians

In the beginning of your vegan joruney, you might discover that Vegan cooking is more of a pain and hassle than it is a benefit. If you discover yourself in this position, you are not alone. However, there is help available for you. Taking some time to really look over all of your options is best to ensure that you are able to get the biggest benefit possible from the healthier lifestyle. Vegan cooking is something that will typically require you to think carefully as well as plan ahead, in this spirit it is extremely important to be sure that you are getting everything planned out ahead of time to ensure you have what you need. One of the biggest suggestions to get the biggest benefit is to look into cooking with the fruits and vegetables that you like the most. If you have a serious objection to eating okra for example you should never dash out and look for a stack of okra recipes. Instead, you need to focus on the recipes that involve ingredients that you like. Of cours...

If there is one thing I truly love, it is a gooey brownie. I absolutely love brownies and I’ve been on the hunt to find the perfect vegan brownie recipe. When I couldn’t find one I loved I decided to create my own. Brownies are one of my favorite desserts to enjoy. I like to top it with powdered sugar or vegan ice cream and whipped topping. I am not really a fan of hard or crunchy brownies. No, I love a nice and soft brownie. One that, when warm, almost melts into the ice cream. Great, now I’m hungry. Brownies are actually quite easy to make and to veganize. A lot of vegan bloggers, YouTubers and recipe websites have them. This recipe was adapted from one I found in an old recipe book my mother gave me. It’s simple to make, takes ingredients you probably have in your pantry and is sure to please everyone. Vegan Brownies 2 Cups Flour 2 Cups Sugar 3/4 Cup Cocoa Powder 1 tsp. Baking Powder 1 tsp. Salt 1/4-1/2 tsp. Cinnamon 1 Cup Water 1 Cup...

Breakfast is such an important meal for getting your first boost of energy for the day, but some people struggle with getting healthy food in. I have been trying to switch my breakfasts up more often lately and have been trying a lot of new things. I have been trying to incorporate a lot of fruit into breakfast for essential vitamins in my diet like vitamin C, D, E, and K. Another thing I have noticed since switching my diet and lifestyle is that I have been so much so productive in my day and have not been getting tired. I have not needed as much coffee and I really only drink a little because I personally like the taste. ' (photos by Danielle)  For this first breakfast, I have a waffle topped with peach, pomegranate, blackberry, and raspberry. I have also made a tofu scramble, which I like a lot because it does not have that rubbery texture like eggs do. I usually break up some tofu in a pan and season it with ginger, paprika, turmeric, garlic, and nutritional yeas...

Hey guys! Today I wanted to share a super fun fall recipe I have recently discovered. Food is a major part of how my family spends time together. Every night, we eat dinner at the dining room table together. On some days it is the only time we are all together. I am lucky to have a family that is very supportive of my diet choices, but a month ago my Step Mom was diagnosed with diabetes so meals became a bit harder. We still ate meals together but sometimes we may be eating completely different things because of our diet differences. Recipes like this are super awesome because it is not only something she can eat but I can eat it as well. This recipe is os good that it most omnivores will love it as well! They will not even think to ask if they are vegan once they try it! My family always has a ton of potlucks and get-togethers for the holidays, this recipe will defiantly be in my rotation for things to bring! Overall, this recipe is super easy! Y...

What is the equation for veganism? Is there one? Absolutely! So, not a Math problem? Well, it may be more of one than you think! I refer to the solution to many things as that of Veganism, the destruction of the environment, human health, animal life, the high incidents of PTSD found amongst factory farm employees to name a few. So, how do we become part of this Veganism solution? Let us have a look. . . 1.       Start slowly : Some people transition well with the ‘ cold turkey ‘ way of doing things, but statistics show that for long-term/sustainable lifestyle changes, the majority fare far better with gradual changes, that said, I highly recommend the ‘go at your pace’ approach, or simply ‘take it slowly’. What is most comfortable for you will work best for you. 2.       Fraternize with like eaters who have succeeded - Real life support : Food is often part of social events, and many new vegans feel is...

Happy Tuesday everyone! Today, I am veering away from food and decided to do a little recipe I found while I was on vacation. Every year, I go to the Outer Banks for my time share. And about the half way point, we stop at this Farmer's Market called Morris Farm (Which is AMAZING). So while I was there, they had a pumpkin milk shake. Which had 2 simple ingredients. Pumpkin butter, and ice cream. And I lie to you not, it tasted just like a pumpkin pie. So I am going to write down this recipe, but with vegan ice cream! Making vegan ice cream can be complicated, or simple depending on which recipe you use. I am using a simple recipe that only has 3 ingredients, and it does not require an ice cream machine! But you can always add whatever you'd like for your ice cream for other flavors! This is a very simple recipe that would be nice anytime! I went ahead and added a vegan ice cream recipe, but you can always use store bought if desired, or your own recipe! The pumpkin butte...

Most vegans ‘slip up‘ due to the lack of knowledge of how to effectively and efficiently maintain a healthy raw vegan lifestyle. As a Civil Engineer, projects not only take me away from home A LOT, they often take me out of town, living in the tropics can present its own set of challenges as well as advantages. These in mind, let me share some of the things I do to overcome a few of the hurdles I encounter whilst juggling various tasks and professional obligations. Fruits Are Always Available: Being in the Caribbean makes it that much easier to have access to in season, ripe, local fruits, these are often available anywhere from a nearby market or vendor set up on the sidewalk, even adjacent to restaurant locations. With time it is easy to know their source as well as to place orders with them for bulk produce. This is what I generally do, with local trustworthy farmers. Invest in a cooler: When on the move, it is paramount to take with you ...

          Easy Raw Purple Potato Passion         *From Jan’s Raw Kitchen Kreations* Does this recipe contain passion fruit? No, it does not, but the word expresses how I feel about raw purple potatoes and is indicative of the yumminess I experience whilst having it. Here is one really simple way to enjoy raw purple potatoes, which by the way, reminds me of cooked sweet potato as far as flavor goes. I made a snack out of this recipe and added my favorite greens, Purslane and some of my green sweet and tart sauce. I hope you give this dish a try. Servings 2 Persons 1 Cup Purple potatoes shredded or food processed to small pieces, peel first if desired. 2 Cups pure water, 1.5 – 3 Tsp Raw Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV). - Bragg brand. Directions Soak  shredded potatoes in water and ACV for 1.5 - 3 hours Strain off the water, Paper towel dry potato shreds...

Raw Peanut Banana Porridge *From Jan’s Raw Kitchen Kreations* Peanut trash (skin)  the outer red coating of the legume peanut is quite edible and packed with nutrients. I started experimenting with them some years ago after being introduced to them by a local herbalist. The fiber content is pretty high. Below is a recipe for a porridge I make with them often. - Jan P. López Easy Raw Peanut Banana Porridge Makes 1 serving Ingredients 1 Cup  Raw peanut skin 1/2 Teaspoon Raw Apple Cider Vinegar 2 Cups Fresh Ripe Gros Michel Bananas ½- 1 Cup Chopped Fresh fruit ½ Cup pure water 1 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper – Optional. Directions Blend water, peanut skin, a cup of bananas, and cayenne to desired consistency. Pour in a bowl, Have as is (photo a) or, Top with fresh fruit (photo b) or, Fill in and pile on fresh fruit (photo c). Most importantly, Enjoy!