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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...
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Recipe for Nuteena-like Sandwich Spread (Vegan) (Gluten-free)

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Popular Nuteena was removed in 2005 Wikipedia image Nuteena was a popular vegetarian sandwich spread (analog) that is no longer sold.  This is a homemade sandwich-filling recipe that strives to replicate the flavor and munching experience of the original. PUT IN BLENDER: *15 oz./425 g can garbanzo beans/chickpeas, drained (save liquid) *2/3 cup/ 160 ml garbanzo liquid (from can or liquid from cooking) *1 1/2 tablespoons/22 ml tomato paste *1/4  teaspoon/1.25 g onion powder *1/4 teaspoon/5 ml lemon juice 💞Blend all above ingredients until smooth. 🍜Pour into a large bowl and add following ingredients:  *2/3 cup/ 120 g olives, chopped *1/3 cup/80 g peanut butter Mix well.  🥪Makes 1 1/2 cups of yummy spread.   Delicious when topped with sprouts and minced sweet onion on crackers, or used as a sandwich filling with your favorite bread or bun. I would love to read your comments about this recipe-- have you tried it yet? Did you add or subtrac...
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Recipe for 5-Bean Nut Salad (Vegan) (Gluten-free)

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INTO SALAD BOWL PUT THE FOLLOWING: *1 C. Red Kidney Beans *1/2 C. Garbanzos *1/2 C. Pinto Beans *1/2 C. Lima Beans *1/2 C. fresh String Beans *1 C. chopped Onion (Red or Green) *1 C. Nut pieces (Pecans, Walnuts, etc.) DRESSING TO MARINATE: *2 T. Sunflower or Grapeseed Oil *1 T. Mrs. Dash (Original or Cajun) *1/2 C. Lemon Juice *1 T. Brown Sugar
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Mexican Vegetable Stew Recipe (gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free)

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Mexican Vegetable Stew-- mucho gusto! In 4-Quart Pot: *2 C. Water *4 cubes Organic Vegetable Bouillon *2 Onions, sliced *1 red Bell Pepper,chopped *4 red Potatoes, sliced *1 small Zucchini, diced *2 C. cooked Pinto Beans *2 T. Lime or Lemon Juice *1 tsp. Cumin *1 clove Garlic, minced *1 tsp. Oregano *1/2 tsp. Chipolte *1/2 C. Cilantro, chopped *Seasonings of Choice BRING TO BOIL: Turn down heat to simmer 10 minutes OPTIONAL: 1 can diced Tomatoes
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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.
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