This hearty lentil stew is an easy to cook, high protein meal that suits those on low carb diets – such as the South Beach diet and low GI diets. Both lentils and quinoa are high in fiber and protein.
South Beach Diet
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…
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…
Split Pea & Chickpea Soup
This thick, hearty stew can make a filling meal all on it’s own, or can be served with warmed pita bread, dipped in olive oil and salt. Or, if you’re feeling really hungry, a thick slice of homemade wholemeal bread, toasted and served with butter or olive oil. It’s a great winter warmer, but I…
How To Cook Quinoa
Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is gaining popularity as a healthy, high-protein, gluten-free alternative grain. It’s light, delicious and extremely versatile. Quick and easy to cook as well. How to Cook Quinoa, here is a quick and easy basic recipe for cooking quinoa. Quinoa is a tasty, nutritious, high-protein seed which can replace rice or couscous in dishes….