Now That’s A (high protein) Salad!
A common question I get is “how do vegans and vegetarians get enough protein”? It’s actually easier than one would think. Vegetables have about 1 – 3 grams of protein per cup. Adding things like beans, flax or hemp seed, nuts, cheese or hard-boiled egg (for vegetarians) and TVP (texturized vegetable protein) boost the protein count. Here’s the … Read More...
Power Breakfast Smoothie with Banana Blueberry Raspberry Chia Seed Soy Milk and Protein Powder
Okay, don’t start hating on my smoothie just because the photo isn’t pretty. It looks that way for a reason. You see, I just dragged my tired, raggedy butt out of bed after staying out way too late with friends and probably drinking an extra beer or two I didn’t need. I’m not feeling that great – yet. I trudge toward the kitchen knowing relief is … Read More...
Mini Frittatas with Red Pepper Parsley & Parmesan Cheese
It’s Sunday morning and you feel like something a little more exciting than scrambled eggs. You don’t feel like showering or dressing yet, so going out for brunch isn’t an option. (Although that might not necessarily stop you as I’ve seen plenty of people wearing what amounts to a bathrobe, pajama bottoms and Ugg slippers to run down to the local … Read More...
Kale Salad with Black Currants Pine Nuts Onion & Apple
This is probably my favorite raw kale salad because it’s easy to make, tastes incredible, and is packed with nutrients. This combination of ingredients creates a salad that is very sweet without the need to add any type of sweetener. However, if you have a real sweet tooth, feel free to add your sugar-laden vice of choice (mine is agave … Read More...
Miso Soup with Noodles Fried Tofu Seaweed Bok Choy Mushrooms Carrot & Onion
Years ago, when I started a macrobiotic diet, I didn’t know what I was doing (see this post). I was lucky enough to have access to a restaurant that served a macrobiotic plate, called Blind Faith Café in Evanston, Illinois. Without that restaurant, I don’t think I would have stayed on the diet very long. I never had seaweed or miso and I didn’t know … Read More...
French Bistro Salad
My husband and I used to frequent a French bistro in the Southport neighborhood of Chicago called Bistrot Zinc, a charming, Parisian-inspired eatery with a small retail section. That restaurant closed years ago, but another location thrives in the Gold Coast neighborhood. The name derives from its bar, made of solid zinc so we were told, which is … Read More...
Parsley Spinach Kale & Flax Seed Smoothie with Tomato Juice
I have a million things to do and I don't have time to make a nice, big salad for lunch before I head out the door. That's what I love about this green smoothie. It’s salad in a glass! That’s why I consider this a Main Dish. I have one of these almost every day whether for lunch, dinner or a snack. I can throw one of these babies together in 1 … Read More...
Tomato Cucumber Salad with Onions Parsley and Tahini Dressing
There's a Chicago neighborhood called Andersonville that spreads out from the intersection of Clark and Foster. The neighborhood has changed so much since my visits as a child. Back then, the main strip was lined with many Swedish shops, restaurants and delis. It's where we picked up our pantry staples and Swedish Limpa bread (a dense, slightly sweet … Read More...
Lentil Carrot Salad with Green Onion Parsley Walnuts & Balsamic Dressing
This another salad that can be found in our fridge at any time. The flavors are wonderful and it's loaded with vitamins, minerals and protein. There’s something about the chewy texture of the lentils against the crunch of the walnuts and carrots that is oh so satisfying. And the balsamic dressing finishes each bite with a zesty twang. It’s definitely … Read More...
Mexican Black Bean Salad with Red Pepper Green Onions Corn & Cilantro
This is one of the “go to” salads we always have on hand. Not only is it incredibly delicious, the colors make it very visually appealing (at least according to my father in law, and I whole-heartedly agree). I eat with my eyes first, so I immediately start salivating when I pull this out of the fridge. And it never disappoints. Bring this to … Read More...