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Anyone can use natural, mainstream ingredients for a centrepiece instead of Tofurky.
No offence to the fake meat industries, but I know some plant-based health nuts and omnivorous folks who feel more comfortable with familiar ingredients. This is why we need to consider homemade centrepiece roasts when preparing for festivities.
Here are some foods that contribute to meatiness in a loaf without any animals.
The chilled way to enjoy frozen pineapple in the summer
Did you know you can make a sugar-free healthy slushie at home? It’s easy and refreshing. Here’s what you need to do.
What to make with oats
You can create more than porridge with humble rolled oats. Boasting health benefits, they are a wonderful staple in the kitchen. You can try these ideas to get more from your oats at home.
How to make burgers from leftover meals
Turn your old meal-prepped batches and leftovers into burgers when you get bored of the same textures.
Mini Foods for Lunch and Work
Some people feel more motivated to eat fruits, vegetables and healthy snacks when they are travel-sized. Is this more convenient for your work or school days?
How to make healthy popcorn
You can make popcorn that is good for you. It’s a whole grain that can support wellness. Control the amounts of oil or salt - whether you want a bit or none. Your homemade popcorn could be organic, too.
Breakfast crumbled tofu with kale, mushrooms, and homemade mayo sauce
We have heard of scrambled tofu. But how do you cook a crumbled tofu? This is more dry and fried, and it doesn’t have the texture of a scramble.
The underestimated fruity ingredient that also reduces waste
This food hack will change your summer. As the cost of groceries seems overwhelming and we become more conscious of waste, this tasty treat will have a surprisingly simple ingredient.
The ingredient that transformed my scrambled tofu
I had a set way I liked my homemade scrambled tofu until I experimented with this one product. I previously emphasised intense tomato paste and balsamic vinegar. Then, I mixed a different ingredient through the soft soy for a dramatically different feel. This vegan scramble felt as eggy as possible without adding black salt, which could be included when available. This meal is dairy-free, egg-free and only made with plants. It’s great for anyone who is lactose-intolerant, avoiding these products for ethical reasons or simply for personal preference. It also tastes great.
Accidentally vegan snacks you probably already eat
Vegan-friendly foods can be mainstream, accessible ingredients. They don’t always have to be specialist, processed products. Here are some plant-based foods you likely eat anyway.
The cheap take away food that is good enough for wellness
Based on my personal experience and unqualified understanding of what is healthy, a few take away foods are nourishing enough without too much nasty stuff. You can access tasty comfort foods without compromising your wellbeing or values.
Beyond Veganuary
Whether you tried Veganuary or missed it, there are ways to explore the lifestyle throughout the rest of the year.
Pastas and Sauces with More Iron
Pasta and sauces can be perfect ways to sneak in all sorts of goodness. I like to add ingredients that will make it extra nourishing. Even the actual pasta can boost our well-being when we choose the right sort.
A little bit of meal prep
Here is a bit of meal prep from a while ago. I believe in the plate method and the rainbow. These foods would have been components that would go into balanced meals.
The most indulgent porridge
The breakfast feels like a dessert but it is actually healthy. It’s a delicious vegan plant based meal that anyone can enjoy.
What I did when I ran out of store-bought soy milk
Ran out of milk (of the plant based variety)? Whatever you’re into, the milk probably runs out sometime. I got stuck with this problem one morning. So I got creative with a solution.
Food for wellness
Whole plants are great for everyone - whether you are omnivorous, vegan or somewhere in-between. Of course, I would applaud the sustainable ethical results if everyone would exclusively eat plants. It would fit my own personal value system. But let’s be realistic. Humanity is diverse. Meet people where they are, as the saying goes. Wherever you are on the food spectrum, I feel sure that extra plants could make a difference. Vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts, seeds, herbs… it’s all good.
Meals and snacks that are cheap as chickpeas
Particular foods are becoming increasingly expensive. Meanwhile, other groceries are comparatively affordable. I pressure cooked my chickpeas on the weekend in preparation for a variety of treats. They are just some of the nutritious ingredients I meal-prep on a regular basis. Here are some meal and snack ideas that are perfect for chickpeas.
The soup or sauce ingredients that are surprisingly delicious together
This soup is delicious. It is a variation of something I made earlier, with added ingredients. The dish can be enjoyed on its own or as a sauce with something else. Taste the seasoning and adjust it to your preferences. Then the soup can feel amazing.
Healthy easy treats to make with frozen fruit
Frozen fruit is useful in its own right, even if fresh produce is preferred. Store-bought options should be frozen when fresh. It also tends to be cheaper. If you have spare fresh fruit and need to use it up, rinse and freeze it. Everyone should freeze their own ripe banana to use in smoothies and homemade sugar-free ice creams. Whether you’re saving money by shopping in the freezer section, or preventing waste by freezing your excess fruit, you can create delicious treats at home with these foods.
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