Whole-food, plant-based recipes
A “whole food, plant based” way of eating involves focusing your diet on vegetables, fruits, beans, and grains. This approach also means that foods are eaten close to their natural state so are not processed or are minimally processed, avoiding highly processed foods. Since oil is considered a highly processed food, these recipes do not include oil with the rare exception of a “transitional” recipe. Vegan means that the recipes do not include animal products so contain no meat, eggs, or dairy. Making a change from the standard American diet to a healthier diet is not easy yet does not require perfection. You do not need to become vegan but you do need to eat more unprocessed plant-based foods. Small steps towards health is better than no steps at all. Your taste buds and food preferences will change as your body is exposed to healthier food. I promise that you will find some amazingly delicious recipes here. Always discuss any major dietary changes with your medical provider.
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ROASTED BROCCOLI AND SPICY TAHINI BY CHEF TOM WALTON
My daughter sent me this picture and recipe stating that is was "easy and so good”…
SWEET (POTATO) MONSTER FOR BREAKFAST
Sweet potatoes make such a healthy and filling breakfast…
ROASTED ROOT VEGETABLES WITH ROSEMARY
They were good enough to stand on their own as a meal…
GREEK-STYLE BAKED LIMA BEANS
"Gigantes Plaki" is a classic Greek dish made with Gigante (giant) beans…
GARLIC HERB CAULIFLOWER
It's so awesome when you make a recipe and it turns out way better than expected…
ROASTED VEGETABLE SANDWICH
I was literally in awe over the fabulous combination of flavors…
CRANBERRY RELISH
I use dates and am amazed that it is still delicious and sweet enough to counter the tartness of the cranberries…
SOUTHERN FRIED CABBAGE
I have single-handedly eaten a whole head of cabbage since last night. This meal was that good…
QUICK AND DELICIOUS SAUTEED BROCCOLI
I saw this broccoli posted on Facebook and it looked so appetizing I had to immediately make some…
CREAMED SPINACH
My whole family enjoyed this so now I make it for every Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner…
HOMEMADE POTATO GNOCCHI (DUMPLINGS)
I don't know why but I have been wanting to make my own gnocchi…