Vegetarian recipes & information to help you eat healthier
This savory quinoa vegetable casserole is based on my Mexican Rice recipe. Using quinoa instead of rice boosts the protein content. The quinoa gives it a totally different texture though, crunchy and nutty. The nutty flavor really compliments the cumin. I like this so much I don’t know if I’ll ever bother to make the Mexican rice again. Soaking the quinoa makes it more digestible and nutritious. Read more »
As winter time approaches here in New Zealand I’ve been thinking about a strategy to stay on a raw diet throughout the cold weather of winter. I know from past experience that while it’s easy and quite natural for me to eat raw during warm weather, when it starts getting cold it’s harder for me to stay raw naturally, and I especially love soups in the winter months. Today I think I found a solution, and I’d just like to take a moment to express my gratitude for miso. I have loved miso since I first tasted it. But to make things even better, it’s a fermented food. Which means that even though the ingredients are cooked (and not raw), the fermentation process turns it back into a living food, full of enzymes and friendly bacteria that help to promote healthy digestion. Read more »
If you like couscous salads but are looking for something even healthier, and wheat-free this salad fits the bill. It’s light on the digestive system, but filling. The quinoa provides lots of extra protein and fiber. Like couscous quinoa cooks very quickly, so it’s an easy dish to prepare anytime. Read more »
Researchers have found that the traditional diet of the Mediterranean is great for maintaining heart health and maintaining low cholesterol levels. The best part may be that the food is delicious too! This colorful, flavorful, light dish is quick to prepare and makes a beautiful summer meal Read more »