I have been craving this black bean soup–an excellent source of iron–ever since the first time I made it, and what adds a sour/tangy flavor to this is–instead of the expected limes–hearts of palm in their broth! Preserved hearts of palm typically come packed in a slightly sour citric acid […]
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What is the black superfood in this stir fry? It’s surprisingly cheap and easy to find, and it’s called wood ear mushroom. Wood ear mushroom (aka wood ear fungus) has iron, vitamin B2, fiber, and collagen–yes, the same collagen that keeps your skin looking young and elastic. Naturally sourced collagen […]
We often buy salad dressings for the convenience factor, but if you are trying to avoid preservatives and cut down on your consumption of unhealthy fats, (most vegetables oils,) making your own dressing is the way to go. It’s really easy, is fairly quick to make, and it stores for […]
Cauliflower pizza crust is unlike any other pizza crust you’ve ever had, but one bite and you’ll be hooked! It holds form when you pick up a slice of pizza–just like the traditional kind–yet this one is gluten-free, oil-free, without refined flour, comprised of whole foods, and higher in protein, […]
After a recent visit to Sun Cafe, I was inspired by a dish they make there called “sun nachos”. Sun nachos are completely raw vegan nachos made using raw jicama slices as chips, and the toppings range from nut-based sauces to veggies and guacamole. They’re delicious, and you can top […]
Somehow, I didn’t discover eggplant until about high school. Ever since then, I have tried eggplant in just about every way imaginable. This recipe for Thai basil eggplant is part of my efforts to explore more Asian food, and it features the uniquely striking flavors of Thai basil. There are […]
Following the original Thai basil eggplant post, here’s a low fat version. The low fat version doesn’t simply use less oil–the flavors are slightly different. Sometimes fats are used to make a dish taste good, and sometimes salt, sugar, or savory components fill that role. This dishes focuses on the […]
I have to be honest: I didn’t know carrot greens (carrot tops) could be eaten until I found myself with a bunch of farmers’ market rainbow carrots the other day and the thought occurred to me: “All these carrot greens must be good for SOMETHING…I can’t let them go to […]
Sichuan peppercorns give this dish a sort of “numb spicyness”…you kind of have to experience it to understand. These peppercorns aren’t spicy in the “hot spicy” sense and can usually be enjoyed by people who can’t tolerate spicy heat, since they’re a different sensation altogether. The dish is traditionally made […]
This raw vegan granola is fruity and nutty, carrying through the full flavors because they’re kept in the raw. This recipe is both raw & vegan, and although I have seen some super complicated raw granola recipes, this is NOT one of them. You’ll find that this recipe is super […]
This delicious, creamy raw salad dressing goes on pretty much example, so we’re going to show you how to make it plus show some juicy pictures of our favorite examples! There is beauty in simplicity, which unfortunately means it’s easy to miss, too, but we’re here to help you appreciate […]
The flavors of traditional pasta are great, sometimes, something on the lighter side is sure to please! The flavors of ripe tomatoes and basil mix together perfectly in this creamy, full-bodied sauce. The pine nuts are more than just a decoration here and finish the dish with a distinct accent. If […]