Warm, cheesy, and hearty casseroles are the best thing about winter. They warm up your belly and they warm up your home. What if I told you, there was a plant-based cream sauce so good, it could make you eat Brussels sprouts even if you don’t even like them? That might just be the case […]
Author: zana
Cashew Sour Cream [plant-based, whole-food, no oil, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free]
For me, the point of sour cream is the richness and the tanginess it brings to a dish. It can make a totally average dish go to the next level. Where I come from, they say sour cream is for people that can’t cook. And I agree, it can make a huge difference with little […]
15-minute Spaghetti Lentilnese [whole-food, plant-based, oil-free, gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free]
What is Spaghetti Lenilnese? This is something I just made up and I like it. So of course, I wanted something that sounds like bolognese but with a lentil spin on it, hence spaghetti lentilnese. You see, bolognese is usually made with minced meat, but I like to make a plant-based version of bolognese instead. […]
Enchiladas with peanut and pepita cream sauce [whole-food, plant-based, oil-free, gluten-free]
What are enchiladas? Enchiladas is a Spanish word for corn tortillas, wrapped around a filling and covered with a savory sauce. But I like to fill my enchiladas a little bit too much, that is why I only fold them and I don’t wrap them full circle. I don’t mind that when I don’t eat […]
Pumpkin and Chickpea Curry [whole-food, plant-based, oil-free, gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free]
What is curry? Curry is a variety of dishes originating from the subcontinent of India. But for me, curry is a treat for all the senses! The taste, the smell, and the colors! That aromatic combination of spices is just to die for and there is something almost addictive to it. This is one of […]
Pad thai [whole-food, plant-based, oil-free, gluten-free, sugar-free]
What is pad thai? Pad thai is a dish of stir-fried rice noodles. The dish originally comes from Thailand. It is usually made with vegetables, eggs, and tofu. One of the most important ingredients of pad thai is also the sauce, which is usually made out of tamarind pulp, fish and/or shrimp sauce, onions, garlic, […]
The most common myths about soy and the surprising benefits of soy consumption
Three most common myths about soy 1. Soy consumption is one of the main causes of deforestation I decided to put this myth about soy first because I hear it all the time. Especially when I mention, that one of the main reasons I am leading a plant-based lifestyle is to help our planet. Just […]
Simple garlic yogurt dressing [plant-based, no oil, gluten-free]
Since so many of you have been requesting it, I decided to write this really simple recipe. It is so simple, it probably shouldn’t even be a recipe but it comes in so very handy, I want you to have it! This is a recipe for a simple plant-based garlic yogurt dressing. How to use […]
The best falafel, baked instead of fried, using cooked chickpeas instead of dried [whole-food, plant-based, no oil, gluten-free, soy-free]
What is falafel? Falafel is a deep-fried ball made out of ground chickpeas and spices. It is naturally vegan and has been one of the first vegan dishes I liked. Since this is a plant-based blog with health-promoting recipes, I am going to share with you how you can make falafel that is baked instead […]
Napa cabbage salad with oil-free yogurt dressing [plant-based, no oil, gluten-free]
What is napa cabbage? Napa cabbage is a type of cabbage originating near the Beijing region of China. In most parts of the world, it is called Chinese cabbage. Like all other green leafy vegetables, it is also rich in vitamins and minerals. 250g of this fine vegetable will give you only 35 calories but almost 15% […]