Burrito bowls are easy to make when you’re short on time and want a healthy, light, yet satisfying meal. And, you have control over the fattening ingredients (so you can eat more!). Beans and rice are a great source of B vitamins and make a complete plant-based protein. Ingredients: 1 can black beans, refried black beans, or cooked […]
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The Basics on Protein
Nutrition is so complicated. This article covers the basics on protein as a reference when you find you need a review. This article covers what proteins do, how your body puts protein to use, how much protein you should have every day, and quality plant sources to incorporate into your diet on a regular basis so you don’t have to […]
Miso-Tahini Spread
Miso-tahini spread is a tasty substitute for butter or margarine on toast, instead of mustard on a sandwich, or as a vegetable dip. Miso is a fermented paste of legume, bean, and grain, and tahini is the paste made from roasted and crushed sesame seeds. Sesame seeds are rich in minerals (iron, magnesium, manganese, copper, […]
Indian Spiced Red Lentils
Indian spiced red lentils are a dish known as “dal.” Typically, dal is a side dish served in Indian restaurants meant to enhance the entree. This recipe stands on its own, and when done according to this recipe should have a nice bulkiness to it. Not only is this satisfying, the combination of rice and red lentils forms a complete protein, […]