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To-“feta” Vegan Feta

Feta cheese is the signature ingredient in Greek salad and tops many Greek dishes.  This vegan version is tasty in salads or crumbled on top of your favorite dish and it’s really easy to make. To-“feta” 12 oz organic firm … Continue reading

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Kolokithia (Zucchini)

Hubby was getting really tired of all the raw zucchini I’ve been serving him.  Even though I love zucchini noodles and raw slices as chips, hubby wasn’t even wanting a few slices in his salad.  Uh oh! The garden was still producing. … Continue reading

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Greek Potatoes

Some of the best food I’ve ever eaten – ever- was in Greece. I love Greece! And since the love of my life, hubby is Greek-American, we were not about to stop eating Greek food; we just needed to find vegan versions … Continue reading

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Spicy Asian Zucchini Chips

So, I loved my Spicy Chili Lime Zucchini Chips so much, I decided to make an Asian version too.  These are spicy and so good. Am I worried about growing too much zucchini? Not now! Spicy Asian Zucchini Chips ½ cup … Continue reading

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Chili Lime Zucchini Chips

We have had an amazing growing season in our little garden.  Who would have guessed our tiny plot would yield nearly enough lettuce for both of us for the whole summer.  And zucchini and yellow squash? Let’s just say there’s … Continue reading

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Asian Soy Curls™

I’ve enjoyed experimenting with Soy Curls™ and decided to soak them in something other than water. I had success with the Greek Inspired Soy Curls™, so decided to try an Asian Inspired version too.  Soy Curls™  are gluten-free, non GMO … Continue reading

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Greek Inspired Soy Curls™!

A few weeks ago, a package arrived on my front porch. I had ordered some Soy Curls™ from an online special and totally forgot they were coming.  Yay, vegan treats!  I opened the package and took a bite. Oops.  (Advice … Continue reading

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Corn from Mars?

Well, not quite from Mars, but named after our fellow planet, Martian Jewel Organic Corn  is really beautiful! Far from GMO Frankencorn, this  organic, heirloom variety grew into  lovely purple stocks, with purple hulls, tender yellow corn and deep purple cobs. … Continue reading

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Raw Gingerbread Bars

Saturday night, hubby and I headed off to the monthly “Rawluck”, an amazing raw food potluck we can’t wait to attend every month.  As usual, the spread was incredible.  We had tastes of fresh fruits – figs, melons, peaches, strawberries, … Continue reading

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Herb Goddess Aioli Dressing

Hubby helped me make a wonderful, fresh garden salad for the monthly “Rawluck”, a vegan potluck that we love to attend.  All the food is vegan and usually gluten-free too.  So fun to just fill up our plates without worrying … Continue reading

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Yellow Squash Spiraled Raw Vegan Gluten-Free “Pasta”

‘Tis the season for an abundance of yellow squash and zucchini! Mine are growing like  weeds in the backyard. This is our first garden and it’s been such fun. I love going outside every night after work to harvest dinner. … Continue reading

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Raw Zucchini Pasta with Vegan Pesto Alfredo

My spiraler finally arrived! Just in time to make raw zucchini pasta. I ended up getting a Benriner and it works great.  More on my spiraler later. We’ve been eating the zucchini pasta with traditional vegan tomato sauce and it’s delicious. … Continue reading

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Savory Sweet Potatoes

Packed with beta carotene and other terrific nutrients, sweet potatoes are one of the healthiest starches on the planet. Eat them! Most people think about sweet potatoes as, well, sweet.  They are often loaded with gooey sugary sauce, marshmallows, cinnamon, … Continue reading

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Marvelous Mushrooms

Mushrooms are super healthy and so delicious.  After hearing Dr. Michael Greger discuss the cancer-fighting properties of all mushrooms, especially white button mushrooms, I decided to make an extra effort to eat more of them. Of course, they are best … Continue reading

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Fiesta Scrambled Tofu

Finally, a Saturday where we didn’t have to do the grab-and-go breakfast! Both hubby and I were in the mood for some spicy tofu scrambles and these came out fabulous. Firm tofu makes the best scrambles and it’s so easy to prepare.  … Continue reading

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Herb Pesto White Bean Quinoa Salad

Summer is fresh herb time! I’m growing basil, cilantro, sage, thyme and apple mint in pots near my garden. After a hail storm almost took out most of my herbs a few weeks ago, they’ve finally revived and thrived enough … Continue reading

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Raw Vegan Peanut Butter Bars

Got a Craving for Chocolate Peanut Butter Candy But Don’t Want the Empty Calories? Try these yummy AND healthy treats! These little beauties are not only sweet and decadent tasting, they’re packed with nutrition! I made up a batch for … Continue reading

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Xel-Ha – Vegan Vacation Part Five

Just north of Tulum you’ll find Xel-Ha, a fun, all-inclusive day of snorkeling and playing in the water.  They have a huge buffet and it does have a few vegan options. They offered salad, fruit, corn chips, guacamole and some salsas.  If … Continue reading

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Vegan Vacation Part Four – Kaxapa – Best Vegan Food in Playa

Kaxapa We finally found the wonderful vegan-friendly restaurant we were searching for on my birthday! Daylight, and having the name and address handy, sure help a lot. It was off the beaten path, but well worth the trip.  Thank you, Happy … Continue reading

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Birthday on 5th Avenue in Playa Del Carmen – Vegan Vacation Part Three

Kaan Kab A girl shouldn’t have to cook for her birthday so we ventured into town for a celebration dinner. Playa Del Carmen’s famous 5th Avenue is packed with shops and restaurants, most of which cater strictly to the carnivorous crowd.  Hubby … Continue reading

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