Typically soybeans in their dried form must be cooked at length in order to become digestible. But edamame (or green soybeans) are harvested at the peak of ripeness, which makes them soft, chewy and ready to eat in just minutes.
The word edamame means “Beans on Branches,” since they grow in clusters on bushy branches. If [...]
Mexican Sweet Potato Black Bean Salad
Dressing ingredients:
Makes about 3 cups
2 canned chipotle chiles
2 garlic cloves
¼ cup Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce
¾ cup fresh lime juice (about 6 limes)
1 cup canola or other vegetable oil
Salad ingredients:
8 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into ¾-inch chunks
3 to 4 tablespoons canola or other vegetable oil
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon [...]
Roasted Beets with Curry Dressing
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Ingredients:
6 medium beets, roasted (see method below)
Dressing ingredients:
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 T. vegan (or dairy) yogurt
2 T. vegan mayo
4 t. curry powder
3 T. fresh lemon juice
10 T. olive oil (about 1/3-1/2 C.)
4 T. chopped cilantro, for garnish
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Scrub, trim, and wrap beets [...]
Lentil Bulgur Salad
This grain salad is a glorious blend of many of our favorite ingredients: parsley, olive oil, garlic, and the perfect twist of lemony zest. Served as an appetizer or as the centerpiece of a light supper menu, you’ll love the versatility of flavors and textures this high-protein salad offers.
Ingredients:
1 c. green or [...]
I know you will all be looking here for an actual cheese product that is vegan. Surprise! What I am offering as a tip for cheese replacement is baked tofu. There are many cheese alternatives on the market these days and they are becoming increasingly popular. However, I haven’t found one that I [...]
