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Vegan Spring Rolls - 3 Ways

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    Here are 3 fresh, low-fat, vegan spring roll recipes inspired by traditional Asian flavors, each with a unique twist on the filling, wrapper, and dipping sauce. None are fried—they’re all served fresh, preserving both flavor and nutrients. 🥒 1. Vietnamese-Style Fresh Spring Rolls                                                  with Tofu & Vermicelli Wrapper: Rice paper Filling: Rice vermicelli noodles (cooked and cooled) Firm tofu (pan-seared or baked, lightly salted) Julienned carrots Cucumber sticks Fresh mint & Thai basil Romaine lettuce or butter lettuce leaves Dipping Sauce: Peanut Hoisin Sauce 2 tbsp hoisin sauce 1 tbsp natural peanut butter 1 tsp rice vinegar Splash of hot water to thin Optional: crushed peanuts and chili flakes on top Tip: Soften rice paper one at a time in warm water for 10 seconds, then roll tightly with a damp cl...

5 Recipes for 5-Ingredient Vegan Meatballs

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 New vegans and old vegans alike are often searching for recipes that are quick to put together, with as few ingredients as possible, and with the deliciousness factor that attracts the fussy and suits those with stricter dietary requirements (such as gluten-free).  Following are five simple recipes for vegan meatballs, each with only five basic ingredients. Each recipe is versatile and can be customized with your favorite spices or sauces! (5 5-ingredient sauce recipes HERE. ) Lentil-walnut vegan meatballs with spaghetti 1. Lentil-Walnut "Meatballs" Ingredients: 1 cup cooked lentils ½ cup finely chopped walnuts ½ cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if needed) 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari 1 tsp garlic powder Purchase Organic Lentils  from Amazon Canada   or from Amazon.com Instructions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Mash the lentils with a fork or food processor until slightly chunky. Mix in walnuts, breadcrumbs, soy sauce, and garlic powder. Form into balls and place ...

Vegan Corn Meal Pancakes

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1 c. whole wheat flour 2 T. corn starch 1/2 c. cornmeal 1/2 tsp. tsp. salt 1+ c. water 3 T. soy or garbanzo flour 1. Mix flour and meal on a cake pan and toast in oven at 350 degrees F. for 5-6 minutes to toast 2. Put all ingredients in blender for 1 minute. 3. Drop by spoonfuls on parchment-covered pan. 4. Bake about 15 minutes at 375 degrees  until golden. Turn broiler on for 1-2 mintes at end to brown tops. Mine baked up like little pita breads. They were a great accompaniment to the Nuteena-like spread/filling . 5.  Heap with fruit or conserves for breakfast, or as chapatis, with veggie stew.

Summer Squash Loaf Recipe (Egg-free, Dairy-free)

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IN MIXING BOWL: *1 C. Boiling Water *1/2 C. Cornmeal *1/4 C. Oat Bran LET STAND to absorb moisture ADD: *1/2 C. Ground Almonds or Walnuts *1/2 C. Ground Sunflower Seeds *1/2 C. cooked Lentils *1 C. cooked Garbanzos (Chick Peas) *1 C. Bread Crumbs *1 C. Squash, finely-chopped *2 Onions, finely-chopped *1 Green Bell Pepper, chopped *1/2 tsp. Celery Seed *1/2 tsp. Oregano or Savory *1/2 tsp. Salt or 2 tsp. Chicken-Style Seasoning (No MSG) MIX WELL, put into well-greased loaf pan. BAKE at 350F for approximately 45 minutes.

Corn Tamale Bake Recipe (Gluten-free, Egg-free, Dairy-free)

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Here is another of Wyona's Hertwig's delicious adaptations of ethnic yumminess -- corn tamales.  I discovered that this recipe can be made without any oil (just saut é  with a little water) and if you don't have fresh tomatoes on hand, 3/4 C. of a favourite tomato salsa can make up for the missing tomatoes.  This dish pairs nicely with some baked beans and a cabbage salad.  (I also included a great little Youtube video of the making of more 'traditional' tamales-- but gluten-free and vegan). Enjoy! SAUT Ē : *1 T. Oil *1 large Onion , chopped *1 green Bell Pepper , chopped *1 red Bell Pepper , chopped *2 cloves Garlic , minced ADD : *3 diced Tomatoes *1 C. Cornmeal *1/2 C. Water *1/2 tsp. Salt *1/2 C. chopped Olives *Pinch Cayenne or any other Chili Pepper Seasoning you prefer POUR into well-greased dish BAKE at 350F for approximately 30 minutes How To Make "World's Best Tamales" (Gluten-Free; Vegan)