All posts tagged: vegan

Strawberry and Avocado Smoothie

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Who doesn’t like smoothies? Here is a very yummy one for you, packed with healthy fats. I could eat avocados all day, every day. Literally. I could add them to anything. You might want to check out my Raw Avocado Cake if you’re also an addict. But that is not why I add it to smoothies. Adding avocado to smoothies is not uncommon, but if you have not tried it yet – do it. It’s magic. Almost. It makes smoothie creamy and will satisfy and keep you going for hours. All you need for this particular one, to make a single glass is: 8-10 large strawberries 1/2 of ripe avocado 1 Tbs Chia seeds Fresh mango cubes (optional) Put strawberries, avocado, chia seeds in a blender and blend until smooth and silky. Voilà! That’s all it takes. I sliced up some fresh mango to add on top.  You can add or not add, anything you like. Enjoy your smoothie! Santa Xx

Make your own energy bars

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These bars are so easy to make and they taste soooo good. Do it, do it, do it! You’ll be surprised. I often have a sweet tooth and I am such a cookie monster, so this is my solution. You can improvise – you can add almost anything you like and have fun with it! That is what I do at least. Also, you don’t have to stick to any hard measures  – add a bit of that and a bit of this, and see what its like, you can’t go wrong. I will try and put some measures down for these particular bars – let’s call them – Coconut/Oat/Chia seed bars…. First, turn your oven on at 300 C and mix the following: About a cup of chopped, soft dates ( you can blend them if you like)  1 and 1/2 cup of oats 1/2 cup shredded coconut About 4 tbsp chia seeds A tsp of cinnamon About 6 tbsp agave syrup I know its a lot of “abouts” but seriously, just throw that all together, and syrup – just add just enough for the …

Carrot Cake

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I have been perfecting this traditional treat for a while, and I no longer mess with it. Its moist, its sweet, its spicy..mmmh! but I have to admit, I do use eggs for this one. I usually make this cake for a crowd (and its such a pleaser) and everyone has been okay with eggs. So use this recipe, if you still consume eggs, and want the cake to be fluffy and airy. I might try egg substitutes soon, so i’ll keep you posted.  But here goes: Turn on your oven to 180 C or 350 degrees F. In one bowl measure out and mix these dry ingedients: 190g baking flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 and 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground ginger 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg In a separate bowl measure and mix the following: 200 g pure cane sugar 60 g granulated sugar 240 ml vegetable oil 1 tsp vanilla extract 3 large eggs After having measured all the ingredients, gradually start folding the 1st …

Quinoa Chopped Salad

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I have been running around the city like a crazy lady these days. Busy, busy, busy. That definitely has impacted my food choices – not the best ones (Guilty)…. But I am ready to go back on track and today I’m loving the taste of clean eating again. This salad not only tastes great, but will make you feel happy with yourself for being good to your body. Believe me. So get chopping. These proportions will serve 4. 1 cup cooked and cooled quinoa  – whichever you prefer – black, white, red 1/2 cup chopped seedless cucumber 2 celery ribs, chopped 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped 1 jalapeño, seeds and ribs removed, chopped 1 apple, cored and chopped 1 cup red or black grapes, halved 1/2 cup almonds 1/4 cup chopped basil 1/4 cup chopped mint 1 garlic clove, finely grated (or 1/2 clove, minced) juice of 1 lemon sea salt In a large bowl, combine quinoa with veggies, apples, grapes and almonds. Toss to combine, then add herbs, garlic, lemon juice, and a couple …

Quick and yummy

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This is such simple lunch, but full of flavour! There are so many types of lentils, but here I have chosen brown lentils. After washing them, I let the simmer for 20-25 minutes, added some salt & pepper, and drizzled with some garlic oil. As for asparagus – I steamed them, so that they maintain the flavour as well as the beautiful green colour. I added some dijon mustard on top to add an other layer of flavour and it worked for me, but its up to you what sauce you choose. As easy as that! Looks nice and autumny (i know its not a word!) Enjoy! Santa Xx

Ready for the world Vegan Day?

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Have you heard about World Vegan Day? It is an annual event celebrated on 1st of November by vegans around the world to kickstart World Vegan Month, thus is it an other great reason to start this bolg now! I will try and be as active as I can to introduce lot of cool and interesting information and events you could join where ever you are.  During this month vegans across the world join together to celebrate animal rights. Animal advocates hold street stalls about veganism, host vegan potluck events, plant memorial trees for World Vegan Day and give away animal friendly vegan baking.  This is the perfect time to educate yourself more about veganism and get heaps of inspiration!  Below I have posted a link to World Vegan Day facebook page, which is a good starting point, as well as 30 min short movie abut veganism which contains lot of valuable info! Check it out!  https://www.facebook.com/WorldVeganDay  Have a crazy Haloween tonight!  Santa Xx