If you’re lucky enough to get fresh coconut, save the juice and use it to make coconut rice. I used the juice from a mature coconut, but you could also use the juice of a young Thai coconut as well. The coconut juice adds a delicate, sweet flavor that compliments just about any dish. It’s…
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Creamy Avocado Guacamole
Besides being delicious, avocados are very high in potassium, Vitamin A and fiber. One avocado contains 1230 IU of Vitamin A and 1204 mg of potassium, as well as 4 grams of protein and 10 grams of dietary fiber. They are packed full of other vitamins and minerals, such as Vitamin C, B1, B2, Niacin,…
Soy Fried Tempeh
Tempeh is a traditional Indonesian soy food that’s high in protein and one of the few vegan foods that’s high in vitamin B12. It’s a delicious, low-fat, no cholesterol, gluten-free, high protein alternative to animal products. The soy beans are naturally fermented to aid in their digestion, but nothing about the taste of tempeh says…
Quinoa Salad
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.
How To Cook Chickpeas In A Slow Cooker
Chickpeas are arguably the most delicious and versatile of all the legume family. They have enormous health benefits too. Using a crock pot is simply the easiest way to cook chickpeas (garbanzo beans), but the main reason I cook my chickpeas in a slow cooker is that they come out so beautifully tender. Once you’ve…
Cheesy Egg Muffins With Mushroom, Courgette and Spinach
I’ve been itching to try this recipe since last week when I found Kalyn’s Kitchen Blog and the recipe for these yummy looking, South Beach Diet Phase I compliant Egg Muffins. I even went out and bought one of those blissfully-easy-to-use silicone muffin trays. I’ve been waiting and waiting, but our chickens aren’t laying much…
Minted Lemon Tea
This versatile drink makes a delicious, refreshing summer drink chilled over ice, as well as a warm and relaxing winter drink. Great for soothing sore throats.