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Tag Archives: Quinoa
Quinoa & sweet potato cakeburgers (with greens. Duh :P)
Here is what I started with. The recipe calls them “cakes” but they are also burger-like. The only thing I changed was the oil. Instead of drenching them in oil I just sprayed the cookie sheet before baking them. They … Continue reading
Quinoa beet salad with hazelnuts & tofu
I started with this recipe. I added some marinated tofu. I used my favorite marinade (I replace the honey–not vegan– with a few tiny drops of maple syrup) and I pan-sautéed it in the marinade, so yummy, but in hindsight … Continue reading
Improvised semi-homemade soup
It is sometimes hard to find time to cook healthy hearty delicious vegan meals from scratch. I make it a huge priority and spend time every weekend prepping my food for the week. We all get busy sometimes so here … Continue reading
Posted in Guidance, Recipes, Soups & stews
Tagged butternut squash, lentils, Quinoa, soup
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Marinated tempeh with cauliflower quinoa pilaf
Tempeh (inspired by recipe in Isa Chandra Moskowitz Appetite for Reduction) Steam it for 15 min. Marinade: 1 cup red wine 1/3 cup Kalamata olives 1 T balsamic vinegar 1-3 cloves garlic A few tsp of rosemary & thyme Pinch … Continue reading
Posted in Recipes, Tofu & tempeh, Whole Grains & Veggies
Tagged cauliflower, Quinoa, Tempeh
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Quinoa avocado salad with hummus dressing
Super easy!! If you have leftover quinoa & leftover hummus & some raw veggies & avocado lying around, this salad is ready in minutes! Sorry no photo for this one (I didn’t think it was going to be blog-worthy until … Continue reading
Moroccan butternut quinoa with Collard greens
Gotta love Meatout Mondays! Here is a great fall recipe. If you haven’t already, sign up for their free newsletter. You get free recipes every Monday! I substituted quinoa for the couscous because it’s less processed and more nutritious (higher … Continue reading
Quinoa with summer squash, chickpeas, apples, and Swiss chard
1 cup quinoa, cooked (2 c water, simmer until water is absorbed, 15-20 min) 1 onion, chopped Olive oil 1-2 cloves garlic minced or crushed 3 small summer squash, sliced 1 bunch Swiss chard, stems chopped, leaves torn to bite … Continue reading
Roasted early fall veggies
I had some yummies in my CSA box (butternut squash, acorn squash, some other squash, potatoes) so I was inspired! Squash is so flavorful on its own I just wanted to add some Brussels and onion & salt & pepper. … Continue reading
Posted in Recipes, Whole Grains & Veggies
Tagged acorn squash, brussels sprouts, butternut squash, eggplant, onion, potatoes, Quinoa, roasted veggies
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Quinoa chickpea green bean salad
Yum lunch!! 1 cup quinoa Green beans, blanched 1 can chickpeas Local, fresh, seasonal, veggies/fruit of your liking, I used: 1 can artichoke Heirloom tomatoes Peach Orange pepper Dressing of your choice (I made a simple vinaigrette with vegan mayo, … Continue reading
Posted in Recipes, Salads, Whole Grains & Veggies
Tagged chickpeas, green beans, Quinoa
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Quinoa salad with summer vegetables & peaches
This was my everything-but-the-kitchen-sink dinner tonight. It is highly adaptable! Use whatever local seasonal produce you can get. This is what I used: Cooked quinoa (1/2 cup per serving) Salad greens (I used spinach but use anything–lettuce, arugula, spring mix, … Continue reading
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