Archive for November, 2011
Recently, the company that makes Tribe Hummus sent me two new flavors to sample (one of the nice perks of being in the vegan website biz — I get very cool things to try out) — Olive Tapenade and Cilantro Chimchurri. Did you know that hummus, as a category, has been one of the fastest-growing and best-selling of snack food categories in the U.S.? And unlike a lot of other snacks, even so-called “natural” ones, hummus actually has food value, as its main ingredients are chickpeas and tahini (sesame paste). Read More→
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Quick and easy to make, this Thai recipe will fill you up and taste great. It’s an offbeat combination of stir-fried recipes with kidney beans. Read More→
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Delicata squash is delicious any way you slice it. Delicata, acorn, and butternut are three of my favorite varieties of squash. For delicata, wash it, cut it in half from top to bottom, then scoop out the seeds from each half with a spoon and slice into half-inch pieces. This squash is delicious simply steamed in a little water. Contributed by Meg Wolff, from A Life in Balance, ©2010, Down East Books.
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Here’s a simple recipe for tempeh that can be enjoyed year round. This nutritious and delicious recipe is contributed by Meg Wolff from her book A Life in Balance., © 2010, Down East Books. Read More→
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Quinoa is a protein-rich grain native to South America and it’s really a seed, cooked like a whole grain. It only takes 15 minutes to cook, unlike brown rice, barley, or other whole grains, which take about an hour. So it’s a quick and easy favorite of mine. Contributed by Meg Wolff, from A Life in Balance, ©2010, Down East Books.
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Packed with nutrients, cranberries are healthy and delicious, making dishes pop with flavor. They also can take many forms: juice, sauce, jam, dried and of course, fresh. When fresh, they pack a punch of tartness that overpowers their sweetness, but if you can get over the bite, it’s worth it. This “superfruit” is full of antioxidants and really good for you! Read More→
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This salad is delectable addition to any meal, but particularly ones with a Southwestern theme.
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This appealing mix of steamed vegetables and chickpeas is especially welcome when slender fresh green beans are abundant.
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