Blueberry & Yogurt Cake
A very dense cake yet feels light since there is no added fat in the recipe. Applesauce is responsible for the moistness and soft texture. The baked blueberries become like juicy gems of flavor. Great for breakfast, dessert or snack. Among one of the fruits with the highest level of antioxidants, blueberry has the title […]
Barley Rainbow Salad
Great for a hot summer day, this radiant salad is packed with nutrients. With its many different textures, it is very satisfying and will serve 3 to 4 people. Leftovers will keep well in the fridge for the next day. I really like barley for being very filling and its delicious tender/chewy texture, you can […]
Orange & Cinnamon Muffin
Very citrusy and fragrant, these muffins will bring joy. They are fluffy and moist texture will surely please. You will need 3 oranges and about 2 tsp of cinnamon. Great to start the day, bring on a picnic or end a meal. Oranges are well known for their high level of vitamin C, but interestedly […]
Matcha & Apricot Granola
Your whole day will be better if you have a good start and this yummy granola can surely help. Crispy and crunchy, lightly sweetened, with good fats, protein, vitamins and minerals that will keep you satisfied and energized all morning. Granola is such a good invention, created in 1863 in New York by Dr. Caleb […]
Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes with Peanut Butter & Date Frosting
Scrumptious vegan chocolate cupcake that is fluffy and moist topped with a smooth peanut butter and date frosting with no sugar added. They are decadent yet nutritious, high in fiber and antioxidants. These little goodies of joy will surely please. I personally don’t like frosting, it is pretty much 95% powdered sugar, too sweet. The […]
Baked Apple Slices
Great as a snack, with yogurt, ice cream or to top cakes or pies. The slices have a chewy texture and a sweet and delicate taste. Store them in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Apples provide many nutrients such as fiber, vitamin C, copper, potassium, vitamin K and polyphenols. […]
Different Types of Barley and How to Cook It
Super healthy grain, there are 4 kinds of barley; pearl, pot, hulled, hulless. The pearl and pot barley are commonly available at the supermarkets. The hulled and the hulless can most likely be found at health food stores or online. The pearl and the pot barley have been polished or “pearled” therefore the germ and […]
Baked Apple & Avocado Squares
A must try recipe for either breakfast or dessert. The combination of textures and flavors is surprisingly delicious. Oats, barley, avocado and apples were carefully chosen to provide a good amount of beta-glucan and plant sterols which may lower cholesterol. My sister asked me to develop a dessert that could lower cholesterol. Just one or […]
Crunchy Broccoli Salad
All the different textures work together to create a satisfying salad with a crisp bite. Edamame, sunflower and pumpkin seeds provide a good amount of protein and antioxidants. Broccoli, celery, carrots and bell peppers add more antioxidants, vitamins and fiber. Broccoli is a powerhouse of nutrients with many bioactive compounds that promote good health. It […]
Blueberry & Chocolate Banana Bread
A very soft and moist, plant-based banana bread. With all the goodness of whole wheat flour, coconut oil, flaxseeds and low in added sugar. But with lots of flavor from the delightful combination of bananas, blueberries and of course, chocolate. There are so many banana bread recipes on the internet that I said I will […]