Archive for April, 2012

Healthy, Easy Vegan Kale Recipes

By · On Apr 05, 2012 · Comments (1)

kale saladWhether you like raw kale salads, sautéed dishes and stews, or green smoothies, you’ll find these and other easy vegan kale recipes to choose from here. Kale is super-nutritious (and a great source of calcium for the vegan diet) as well as versatile — there aren’t many greens that would work equally well in a warming stew, a raw salad, and a refreshing beverage. It was my favorite green to experiment with when I was working on my book, Wild About Greens. (Photo by Susan Voisin, FatFree Vegan Kitchen) Read More→

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Kale, Yellow Squash, and Sweet Potato Stew

By · On Apr 04, 2012 · Comments (2)

kaleAs everyone knows, greens are good for you, but with its high calcium content, kale is a standout. Its deep green color and elaborately ruffled leaves, contrasted with the yellow of the squash and the orange of the sweet potato, makes this an attractive and nourishing dish for the early autumn harvest. Recipe adapted from Vegan Soups and Hearty Stews for All Seasons by Nava Atlas. Read More→

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Quinoa Pilaf

By · On Apr 02, 2012 · Comments (11)

quinoa pilafThis colorful quinoa pilaf is a great addition to this coming weekend’s festive holiday meals, whether you celebrate Passover or Easter. Contributed to Vegan Holiday Kitchens Passover chapter by a longtime reader of mine, Barbara Pollak, this pilaf is attractive made with a mix of red and white quinoa, but either color can be used on its own. Read More→

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