As I am writing these lines, I am in the middle of a fasting-mimicking cycle. The exercise targets a total calorie intake of a little under 1,000 calories per day, mostly from plant sources. As a result, I am making lunch the biggest meal in terms of energy supply, while keeping breakfast and dinner light. […]
Grapefruit (with skin), kiwi and banana fruit salad
This grapefruit (with skin), kiwi and banana fruit salad shines by the slightly bitter citrus skin, adding new nutrients to your breakfasts and snacks.
Seared black beans, broccoli and onion
These seared black beans, broccoli and onion make a tasty and filling stir fry using vegan ingredients: avocado and olive oil, parsley, and ground pepper.
Sauteed beets {beet fricassee}
A variation from French potato fricassée, this sauteed beets recipe is made with fresh beets, yellow onion, herbs de Provence, avocado oil, and hot sauce.
Vegan aioli without egg
A variation from the traditional aioli by hand or using a blender, this vegan aioli sauce uses no egg, using aquafaba, and tastes as good as the original.
Hot grapefruit green tea
I love to combine ingredients which are not conventionally used together, and yet make an excellent combination. We’re entering the winter season in Seattle, and it feels comforting to make hot drinks. Squeezing fresh grapefruit is easy to do, and what if we made this a hot drink? And if we do this, why not […]