Sure to be a Fava-rite! Fava beans, otherwise known as broad beans, are one of the oldest cultivated members of the legume family. The furry pods carry the large “pea” which are harvested through late spring into the fall. High in fiber, plant protein and essential vitamins and minerals, these beans are a novelty through… Continue Reading Fresh Fava Beans with Garlic Butter
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Stick to your bones goodness! This mildly spiced and filling soup is packed full of fiber, colourful anti-oxidant rich vegetables and both plant and animal protein. Skip the ground turkey and add quinoa for a vegetarian version. Flavoured with warming spices, such as cinnamon and ginger, which aid in digestion and turmeric, which has anti-inflammatory… Continue Reading Hearty Vegetable and Black Bean Soup with Turkey or Vegetarian Option
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IT’S ALIVE!!! Nature has provided everything we need upon this planet for our survival and we are intrinsically entwined with the world around us. For thousands of years, humans have learned how to prepare and unpack the nutrients in the foods accessible to them and this includes germinating grains, seeds, nuts and beans, helping make… Continue Reading A Beginners Guide to Kitchen Sprouting
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Warm up with this hardy and healthy winter stew! Full of some fun and different ingredients, this winter stew comes together easily and is packed full of nutrition. A mix of sausage and lentil provides a protein rich base for the root vegetables to compliment. Parsnips, turnip and cabbage bring a different highlight from the… Continue Reading Sausage and Lentil Stew with Winter Root Vegetables
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A quick and easy pantry staple recipe If you are looking for a simple, affordable and quick weeknight meal, this is the one! Packed full of plant protein, healthy fats, anti-oxidants and balanced in tasty flavour, this soup will hit your rotation as a go to and become a loved favourite. Whether you are a… Continue Reading Red Lentil, Coconut and Tomato Soup
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For the love of legumes! Lentils are one of the oldest cultivated seeds from the legume family and are thought to have originated in the Mediterranean region. They have been favoured for thousands of years as a staple food and are eaten all over the world today. Lentils come in dozens of varieties but the… Continue Reading Lentils – What you Need to Know
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No need to give up the sausage on a plant based diet! Looking for a plant based alternative to meat sausages? Look no further! This lentil link is packed full of plant protein, high in whole grain oat fiber and rich in flax seed omegas. With the exception of soy beans, lentils have the next… Continue Reading Vegan Breakfast Links
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Don’t forget those nutritious beans! This refried bean recipe is a great addition for filling your tacos, burritos or creating a layered dip for corn chips. Simple and simply delicious, it is packed full of flavour and plant protein. Ingredients: Directions: Here are more taco recipes to try: Homemade Masa Harina Flour Tacos – A… Continue Reading Refried Pinto Beans for Burritos, Tacos or Layered Dips
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Salad or salsa? You choose! This black bean and corn salad, or salsa, makes a great side for potlucks, picnics and for taco night! It also makes great left overs for weekday lunches. Leave out the jalapeño if you aren’t fond of spice or kick it up by adding a jalapeño with its seeds. Rich… Continue Reading Black Bean and Corn Salad, or Salsa
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A vegetarian twist on a classic comfort food Looking for a new whole food, plant based recipe to add to your meal planning? This lentil pie is packed full of plant proteins, fiber and micro-nutrients and boasts big savory flavour! This recipe requires some time to prepare so is a great one to bring together… Continue Reading Lentil Shepard’s Pie
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