Fruity Spring Salad 🍓🥗🫐 
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Do you like fruit in your salads?? I never used to but it has been hitting lately! This salad is super easy and perf for warmer spring days. You’ll need:
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— Arugula & Spinach
— Sliced Cucumbers
— Sliced Snow Peas
— Sliced Radish
— Blueberries
— Strawberries
— Avocado
— Lentils
— Slivered Almonds
— Vegan Ricotta
— Lemon Vinaigrette (juice of 2 lemons, 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 tsp sea salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, 1 tsp dijon mustard)

#veganrecipes #plantbased #springsalad #healthysalad
Favorite breakfast of the moment—
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— @zakthebaker poppyseed bagel
— vegan cream cheese 
— thinly sliced cucumbers 
— arugula
— @wearebrightland chili oil
— salt & pepper
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Happy Tuesday 🥯
Street Corn Bowl with Tofu Lentil Picadillo 🌽 Street Corn Bowl with Tofu Lentil Picadillo 🌽 
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This vegan bowl is inspired from one of my favorite LA spots @tocayaorganica which is sadly not here in Miami!
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The bowls are not identical, mine is lighter and not as spicy. I did add a drizzle of my Cashew Cilantro dressing which does have a small kick from the red pepper flakes.
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This bowl is great for lunch or dinner, and makes a large portion to share with your friends or keep on hand for meal prepping throughout the week.
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If you make this recipe be sure to tag me!
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Mexican Lasagna 🌱 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Mexican Lasagna 🌱 
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I made this recipe for @abbotsbutcher May recipes, find the recipe in the link in their bio!
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It’s cheesy, decadent, filling, flavorful, and so fun to put together. Seriously one of my favorite creations. Go try it!!!
black tahini toast — ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ black tahini toast —
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One of my favorite plant based spreads. Black tahini is thicker, earthier, and toastier than regular tahini. Regular white tahini uses hulled sesame seeds, black tahini uses unhulled sesame seeds.
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Because it’s thick and slightly drying in your mouth I love pairing black tahini with something super hydrating like thinly sliced cucumber. I drizzled olive oil, a sprinkle of sea salt, and topped w arugula sprouts 🌱 
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If you don’t feel like making a batch the brand Kevala sells bottled back tahini. I loveee it on toast but it’s commonly used in baking (which I haven’t dipped into yet!)
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For this spread I added 1.5 cups black sesame seeds, 3 cloves roasted garlic, 2 tbsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp sea salt in a food processor and blended until super creamy. You’ll need to scrape down the sides frequently. Keep in mind black tahini is thicker than regular tahini so it won’t reach the same smooth consistency.
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Is black tahini too exotic or something you would try?!
This arugula salad is screaaaaming spring. It’s This arugula salad is screaaaaming spring. It’s made with my #1 favorite vegan chick’n from @abbotsbutcher tossed in a zingy lemon vinaigrette 🍋
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Find the recipe in @abbotsbutcher bio!

#arugulasalad #springrecipes #veganrecipes #veganchicken
Quinoa Fried “Rice” 🍚🥕🍄🍳 
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Classic fried rice swapped with quinoa and avocado oil! Traditionally restaurants use canola oil in fried rice which is suuuuper inflammatory. For me personally it makes my joints swell, gives me a headache, and upsets my stomach. Good news is you can easily make fried rice at home with healthier ingredients like avocado oil 🥑 
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Here I used quinoa (more nutrients than rice - fiber, protein, calcium, magnesium, & zinc to name a few) Nothing wrong with rice OF COURSE, I eat it all the time, but nutrition wise quinoa is superior.
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Vegan eggs - tbh products like JUST egg are incredible but don’t have a good ingredient list sadly. I enjoy it time to time (balance!) but I recommend making your own eggs from high protein tofu. Crumble and toss in turmeric, kala namak (black salt), paprika, and nutritional yeast. Sauté for 10ish min in avocado oil. 
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Carrots & mushrooms cooked in avocado oil. I kept the heat on low and cooked the veggies for 10ish minutes before adding in the quinoa and tamari. Feel free to add in peas, broccoli, or any other veg you desire.
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Crispy tofu. Coat tofu cubes in avocado oil, either oat/almond flour or cornstarch, and sea salt. Air fry until crispy. Keep in mind using corn starch will make your tofu significantly crispier, flour will make it more bready.
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Optionally top with green onions. I like making a biggg batch of this fried “rice” and keeping it on hand in the fridge for quick lunches.
happiness tings😁🧡🎾🐕🍋
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can’t believe it’s may😜 wishing everyone the best month yet
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Recipes, Salads & Bowls · May 13, 2020

Refreshing Cucumber Salad

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This refreshing cucumber salad is so cooling, light & delicious. It’s perfect for meal prepping, a side to a starchy carbohydrate such as a baked potato or beans, or mixed in with rice as a stir fry. I love it in the summertime, but this cucumber salad can be enjoyed all year long. It’s a staple in my meal prepping kitchen!

Vegan & Keto

I eat a vegan diet, but am not keto – I love carbs and think they are so beneficial! If you are experimenting with a keto diet though, then this salad will be a game changer in your routine. Look, cauliflower rice doesn’t measure up to real rice – but this isn’t a miserable alternative like some cauliflower rices I’ve tried! The key is really perfecting the texture (but also managing your expectations):

  • DON’T: boil them. I have tried this, and the cauliflower came out pretty icky & soggy. Steaming them or cooking them in water will have the same watery effect, so I wouldn’t recommend any of those methods.
  • DO: sauté them with a touch of avocado or coconut oil. You can use a spray oil, but the only way to get it really soft and nice is sautéing them (covered) with minced garlic, onions, and oil for no more than 5 min on a low – medium heat.

Ideal for Weight Loss

This recipe is a staple if you’re trying to lose weight – by adding in a little rice, your taste buds are tricked into thinking you’re eating a big rice bowl when it’s really mostly cauliflower rice! The salad itself has a tiny bit of quinoa, so you can feel free to forgo the rice – I just like the texture it brings.

The Perfect Side

I definitely consider this salad more of a base or side dish than eating it alone – maybe as the base in a veggie bowl, paired with plant-based protein, or mixed with a healthy fat (it’s delicious mixed with a tahini dressing.) You can absolutely eat it alone, but the more flavors and textures going on the better.

Eat Your Water

Most of us likely don’t drink enough water during the day, so incorporating water dense foods into our diets makes a huge difference in our overall health and ability to function properly. Being properly hydrated also means a brighter complexion, an aid in weight loss as it helps us to feel full, fewer muscle cramps, a regulated digestive tract, and reduced stress. This recipe is a great example of “eating your water” – cucumbers are the star of this salad and one of the most hydrating foods on the planet.

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Refreshing Cucumber Salad

Light, hydrating cucumber salad perfect for meal prep + weight loss.
Servings: 1 serving

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cucumber thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup frozen cauliflower rice
  • 1/2 cup edamame
  • 1/2 cup snow peas
  • 2 tbsp tamari
  • 2 tbsp red quinoa

Instructions

  • heat a pan on low-medium heat + add avocado oil spray. once hot, add the frozen cauli rice and cover pan with a lid. continually bring up the lid to break up the frozen chunks. this process should be complete in 5 min or so⁣⁣. if you’re prepping a larger batch, cook the cauliflower in sections so that the pan isn’t too crowded
  • reheat pan with more avocado oil spray and add edamame. once cooked throughout, add into the bowl with the cauli rice⁣⁣
  • reheat the pan again with avocado oil spray and tamari. add the sugar snap peas and cover with a lid. keep checking up on them and stirring - I keep them cooking awhile because I like mine a little charred. once done, toss into the bowl⁣⁣
  • cook the quinoa according to package. save the rest in an air-tight container in the fridge
  • finish by chopping the cucumber. mix all ingredients together & serve with tamari, rice, watermelon tuna, pan-fried tofu, soba noodles, etc.

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Hearty vegan Mexican Lasagna! This layered casserole is layered in tortillas, vegan beef from Abbot’s Butcher, vegan cheese, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and cooked in Mexican herbs and spices. It’s perfect for vegan dinner parties and potlucks. Expect rave reviews…

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    Fruity Spring Salad 🍓🥗🫐 
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Do you like fruit in your salads?? I never used to but it has been hitting lately! This salad is super easy and perf for warmer spring days. You’ll need:
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— Arugula & Spinach
— Sliced Cucumbers
— Sliced Snow Peas
— Sliced Radish
— Blueberries
— Strawberries
— Avocado
— Lentils
— Slivered Almonds
— Vegan Ricotta
— Lemon Vinaigrette (juice of 2 lemons, 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 tsp sea salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, 1 tsp dijon mustard)

#veganrecipes #plantbased #springsalad #healthysalad
    Favorite breakfast of the moment—
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— @zakthebaker poppyseed bagel
— vegan cream cheese 
— thinly sliced cucumbers 
— arugula
— @wearebrightland chili oil
— salt & pepper
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Happy Tuesday 🥯
    Street Corn Bowl with Tofu Lentil Picadillo 🌽 Street Corn Bowl with Tofu Lentil Picadillo 🌽 
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This vegan bowl is inspired from one of my favorite LA spots @tocayaorganica which is sadly not here in Miami!
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The bowls are not identical, mine is lighter and not as spicy. I did add a drizzle of my Cashew Cilantro dressing which does have a small kick from the red pepper flakes.
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This bowl is great for lunch or dinner, and makes a large portion to share with your friends or keep on hand for meal prepping throughout the week.
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If you make this recipe be sure to tag me!
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    Mexican Lasagna 🌱 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Mexican Lasagna 🌱 
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I made this recipe for @abbotsbutcher May recipes, find the recipe in the link in their bio!
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It’s cheesy, decadent, filling, flavorful, and so fun to put together. Seriously one of my favorite creations. Go try it!!!
    black tahini toast — ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ black tahini toast —
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One of my favorite plant based spreads. Black tahini is thicker, earthier, and toastier than regular tahini. Regular white tahini uses hulled sesame seeds, black tahini uses unhulled sesame seeds.
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Because it’s thick and slightly drying in your mouth I love pairing black tahini with something super hydrating like thinly sliced cucumber. I drizzled olive oil, a sprinkle of sea salt, and topped w arugula sprouts 🌱 
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If you don’t feel like making a batch the brand Kevala sells bottled back tahini. I loveee it on toast but it’s commonly used in baking (which I haven’t dipped into yet!)
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For this spread I added 1.5 cups black sesame seeds, 3 cloves roasted garlic, 2 tbsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp sea salt in a food processor and blended until super creamy. You’ll need to scrape down the sides frequently. Keep in mind black tahini is thicker than regular tahini so it won’t reach the same smooth consistency.
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Is black tahini too exotic or something you would try?!
    This arugula salad is screaaaaming spring. It’s This arugula salad is screaaaaming spring. It’s made with my #1 favorite vegan chick’n from @abbotsbutcher tossed in a zingy lemon vinaigrette 🍋
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Find the recipe in @abbotsbutcher bio!

#arugulasalad #springrecipes #veganrecipes #veganchicken
    Quinoa Fried “Rice” 🍚🥕🍄🍳 
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Classic fried rice swapped with quinoa and avocado oil! Traditionally restaurants use canola oil in fried rice which is suuuuper inflammatory. For me personally it makes my joints swell, gives me a headache, and upsets my stomach. Good news is you can easily make fried rice at home with healthier ingredients like avocado oil 🥑 
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Here I used quinoa (more nutrients than rice - fiber, protein, calcium, magnesium, & zinc to name a few) Nothing wrong with rice OF COURSE, I eat it all the time, but nutrition wise quinoa is superior.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Vegan eggs - tbh products like JUST egg are incredible but don’t have a good ingredient list sadly. I enjoy it time to time (balance!) but I recommend making your own eggs from high protein tofu. Crumble and toss in turmeric, kala namak (black salt), paprika, and nutritional yeast. Sauté for 10ish min in avocado oil. 
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Carrots & mushrooms cooked in avocado oil. I kept the heat on low and cooked the veggies for 10ish minutes before adding in the quinoa and tamari. Feel free to add in peas, broccoli, or any other veg you desire.
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Crispy tofu. Coat tofu cubes in avocado oil, either oat/almond flour or cornstarch, and sea salt. Air fry until crispy. Keep in mind using corn starch will make your tofu significantly crispier, flour will make it more bready.
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Optionally top with green onions. I like making a biggg batch of this fried “rice” and keeping it on hand in the fridge for quick lunches.
    happiness tings😁🧡🎾🐕🍋
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can’t believe it’s may😜 wishing everyone the best month yet
    Coachella dump ✨ best time with the best ppl! Coachella dump ✨ best time with the best ppl!
    what I’ve been eating these days —
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I’m in the process of a big move (la > miami) so I haven’t had time to experiment with toooo many new recipes. Here are the meals I’ve had on repeat the past few weeks:
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1. Sushi Salad Bowl with romaine, crispy rock tofu, pickled ginger, cucumber, radish, furikake, tamari. Optionally add steamed rice fluffed with rice vinegar.
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2. Fruity Smoothie with mango, banana, strawberries, epic vanilla protein powder, and coconut water topped with matcha granola, nut butter, and hemp seeds.
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3. Breakfast Sandwich with a tofu egg spread (high protein tofu blended with a touch of vegan mayo, black salt, and turmeric), tomato, avocado, vegan feta, romaine, and lemon zest.
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4. Arugula Salad with arugula, jasmine rice, @abbotsbutcher chorizo, boiled japanese potatoes with salt & lots of pepper, air fried zucchini, radish, and @fodyfoods maple dijon dressing.
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5. Chocolate Chia Pudding with 2 tbsp chia seeds, 1/2 cup @malkorganics almond milk, 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp cocoa or cacao powder, and 1 tbsp protein powder. Let sit overnight then blend and top with @culina yogurt, fresh fruit, and nut butter.
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6. Burrito Bowl with romaine, cilantro lime rice, crispy tofu, chopped tomato, air fried zucchini, and vegan shredded cheese.
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#veganfood #veganmeals #plantbased #veganmealideas #healthyvegan
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