Posts Tagged ‘kids diet’

Gluten-Free Mocha Tofu Apricot Teff Pie

May 16, 2011 |  by  |  recipes

Who knew a gluten-free grain tinier than a poppyseed would be power-packed with nutrition? According to The Teff Company, growers of Maskal Teff, teff is loaded with more calcium than milk, 80 percent of the recommended daily allowance for iron, as much protein as an egg, and 8 grams of fiber per 2-ounce serving. Teff comes in ivory and brown varieties and has a sweet taste, making it the perfect gluten-free grain for a vegan breakfast or dessert. Dive your fork into this vegan gluten-free teff apricot pie. Read More

Gluten-free grains

May 16, 2011 |  by  |  lifestyle, recipes

If you are one of the 1 in 133 Americans with celiac disease or part of the growing population that has gluten-sensitivities, knowing which whole grains are gluten-free is essential for your health. In addition, knowing there are many gluten-free grains is a great way to inspire your culinary creativity. As a vegan, your diet is based on plant foods, including whole grains, which can be daunting if you have to avoid gluten.  Rest assured, however, that the tasty array of gluten-free grains will give you and your famiy a wide variety of delicious, nutritious gluten-free vegan meals. Read More

Grilled Banana Pudding

May 12, 2011 |  by  |  recipes

Grilled bananas are smoky sweet and can be eaten right off the grill as a great-tasting vegan dessert, or they can be transformed into a scrumptious vegan banana pudding. This grilled banana pudding is the perfect sweet treat for vegan entertaining this summer. Serve this vegan dessert as part of your summer holiday menus or keep on hand for a satisfying summer vegan snack. Read More

Grilled Sweet Potato Salad

May 12, 2011 |  by  |  recipes

Tender, smoky grilled sweet potatoes turn an ordinary vegan potato salad into a fast favorite for summer celebrations. Read More

Vegetable Tostadas

May 12, 2011 |  by  |  recipes

Unlike traditional tostadas piled with shredded meat, these vegan tostadas are akin to a Mexican-inspired vegetable salad piled on a crisply baked corn tortilla. Made with black beans, fresh tomatoes, and leafy greens, this is a vegan Mexican recipe that is both delicious and nutritious. Read More

Vegetable Dumplings

May 10, 2011 |  by  |  recipes

Little savory purses of shredded veggies, these vegan dumplings are a fun finger food to serve as a first course or nibble as a light vegan meal. Read More

Slow Cooker Many Bean Soup

May 10, 2011 |  by  |  recipes

It’s raining, cold, and spring is taking her sweet time showing her sunny side. Since soggy gray days can be an energy drain, take it easy in the kitchen by making a vegan slow cooker soup. Dried beans, a few vegetables, and broth come together in minutes and will fill your home with a warm, wonderful, delicious aroma that will lift your spirits while feeding your family a hearty, healthy vegan meal. Read More

Vegan food products that taste good

May 9, 2011 |  by  |  lifestyle

From breakfast to superfood ingredients, the selection of vegan food products is not only growing, the quality and taste of vegan products are also improving. Here are five of our favorite vegan products to put on your vegan shopping list. Read More

Sugar-Free Red Berry Popsicles

May 6, 2011 |  by  |  recipes

Sidestep the storebought pops laden with sugar or chemical-based fake sweeteners and take a lick at these vegan sugar-free berry frozen treats, made with Stevia Extract in the Raw Cup for Cup. Read More

Spicy Almond Noodles

May 5, 2011 |  by  |  recipes

Noodles in every culture are a quick and easy comfort food that satisfies the carb-lover in us all. These spicy noodles are delectably coated in a spicy almond butter sauce, tossed with a colorful array of toothsome veggies. This is a vegan lunch or dinner recipe that you can easily double or triple, if you are entertaining or simply want extra vegan comfort food in your fridge. Read More