Posts Tagged "Vegan recipes"
Recipe: Broccoli Salad with Tempeh & Tamari
Gluten free, Vegan Tempeh is a naturally fermented soy product from Indonesia. Its texture and taste are more pronounced than tofu, and because it preserves the whole bean is a richer source of protein, fibre and nutrients. Ingredients (serves 2-3) 300 g block tempeh, halved lengthways & sliced into ½ cm thick pieces 50 ml tamari 2 Tbsp mirin 2 tspRecipe: Crunchy Corn & Pepita Salad
Vegan, Gluten free This bright, sunshine-y salad gets its crunch from juicy corn and crispy pepitas- serve it as part of a barbecue spread with pizzazz. Pepitas are nutritional powerhouses: rich in calcium, iron, magnesium and zinc they're also a great source of B-vitamins and omega-3 essential fatty acids. And did you know you can easily make your own? Simply save the seeds from the next pumpkin you buy: wash and dry them, toss in a little oil and toast in the oven or a wide saucepan overRecipe: Beetroot, Orange & Mint Salad
Vegan, Gluten free A sweet savoury affair The contrasting sweetness of earthy beetroot and refreshing orange compliment one another in appearance and flavour. Serve this jewel-coloured salad as a side to oily fish like salmon or an indulgent quiche- the citrus is a great foil to rich foods. Alternatively you could add some creamy chèvre or fetta and enjoy it as a light lunch. Bon appétit!Recipe: Stir-fried Pak Choy with Tamari & Cashews
Vegan, Gluten free Easy organic stir fry Stir fried pak choy makes a great accompaniment to Asian meals, from warm noodle salads to braised meats and steamed fish. Like all members of the brassica family (which includes broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower) pak choy doesn't take kindly to overcooking: be sure not to overdo it in the pan and serve immediately for best results. Ingredients (serves 4) 2 Tbsp tamari ½Recipe: Lemon, Chickpea & Bourghal Salad
Vegan No cooking required! Bourghal, or bulgur, is a cereal made from whole wheat grain with a nutty flavour and pleasantly chewy texture. Most commonly eaten in tabbouleh it makes a great base for salads, pilafs and soups- especially Middle eastern style- and can be used as a substitute for rice and cous-cous. Bourghal only requires a good soak- no cooking- so this salad comes together with very little mess. For an easy dinner you might like to serve grilled lamb cutletsRecipe: Bean Salad with Coriander, Lime & Avocado
Gluten free, Vegan With organic green beans & organic black beans Beans give this bright vegetarian salad a boost of protein. Serve it as part of a Mexican spread or roll it up in flat bread (try the corn Mountain bread) with a slather of tomato salsa for a burrito-style wrap. If you like spicy food add a little chilli powder for some heat. Ingredients (serves 4 as a side) 2/3 cup dry black beans, soaked in cold water for 8 hours or 1 can black beans,Recipe: Homemade Tomato Sauce
Vegan, Gluten free Homemade organic tomato sauce all year round Tomato sauce is a pantry staple, absolutely necessary if you're putting hamburgers, hot chips or pies on the table! This homemade version is guaranteed to impress, and it'll make quick dinners like those above that much more cosy. Made in summer when tomatoes and basil are in abundance it will last all year round if stored in the fridge. Ingredients (makes 750 ml) 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 brown onion, peeled and diced 4Recipe: Strawberry Jam
Vegan, Gluten Free Make your own organic strawberry jam Strawberries are a delicate and relatively expensive fruit but so delicious and rosily pretty they're hard to resist at this time of year! If you ever find yourself with a glut try making your own jam- it's really very easy if you make a small quantity, and even this recipe is easily halved. Bear in mind that your fruit must be perfect- you need to get those strawberries into the potRecipe: Chunky Guacamole
Vegan, Gluten Free Chunky, spicy, tangy organic guacamole Spiced with jalapeno and coriander, bursting with tomato and coriander and bound with a generous squeeze of lime juice guacamole makes a quintessentially fresh summer dip. Serve with corn chips or triangles of toasted flat bread in the sunshine, and adjust the chilli content to suit your taste. As a key condiment in Mexican cuisine guacamole is also fabulous with burritos, tacos and enchiladas.Recipe: Chocolate Mousse
Raw, Vegan, Gluten Free Organic avocado makes a silky, rich chocolate mousse Crazy as it may sound this recipe uses perfectly ripe avocados as the base of an incredible, creamy chocolate mousse. A heavy dose of cocoa and a hint of vanilla cover up the taste: it's all about the texture! Serve with berries for an elegant and not-so-very-naughty indulgence. As far as fruits go the avocado has a relatively high oil content, which is why it makes such a delicious mousse. But it contains good,