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7 Vegan Foods That Support Better Sleep (and 7 That Don’t)

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Discover 7 vegan foods that help you sleep better—plus which ones to avoid—\ and enjoy plant-based supper ideas and a sleep-friendly recipe! Getting a restful night’s sleep isn’t just about avoiding screens or caffeine—what you eat for supper plays a huge role. Some plant-based foods contain nutrients that help regulate melatonin and serotonin levels, promoting relaxation and deeper sleep. Others can spike your energy or disrupt digestion, keeping you awake long past bedtime. 🥱 7 Vegan Foods That Support Improved Sleep Cherries – One of the only plant sources of natural melatonin. Tart cherries or juice before bed may help regulate sleep-wake cycles. Kiwi – Rich in serotonin-boosting compounds and antioxidants; studies link kiwi consumption with faster sleep onset. Almonds – Contain magnesium and tryptophan, nutrients linked to improved sleep quality. Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas) – High in magnesium and zinc, which work with tryptophan to support melatonin production. Tofu – A good sou...
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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 ...
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Vegetable Burger Recipe + Veggie-Burger-Waffle (egg-free, dairy-free)

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Here is a simple recipe for a yummy, healthy veggie burger, along with my adaptation for a delish savory waffle (scroll down to the bottom of this recipe).  GRATE together: *1 Zucchini Home-made BBQ Sauce (Click) *8 medium button mushrooms *1 large Onion *1 Carrot *1 Potato ADD: *4 c. packed Whole Wheat Bread Crumbs *1 T. Parsley *1 tsp. Paprika *1 tsp. granulated or minced Garlic *1/2 tsp. Savory *1/2 tsp. Oregano or Poultry Seasoning *1 tsp. Salt *1 T. Mrs. Dash Original or Cajun MIX ALL THE ABOVE together and LET STAND. Mushrooms will release their moisture. If too wet to form burgers, ADD some cracker crumbs. BAKE about 15 minutes at 450F or fry on griddle. Savory Veggie Waffle Recipe Adaptation for the Savory Veggie Waffle INGREDIENTS: *8 medium button mushrooms *1 large Onion *1 Carrot *1 Potato *1/2 to 1 cup of broth or carrot juice or celery juice, etc. *2 c. rolled oats *1 T. ground flax or chia seed OR 1 tsp. ground Psyllium seed (OPTIONAL) *1 T...
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Carrot Mushroom Loaf Recipe (egg-free, dairy-free)

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Carrot-Mushroom Loaf smothered in Delicious Mushroom Gravy SAUTE: *1/4 C. oil *2 large onions, chopped *2 C. grated mushrooms (or fine-chopped) ADD ABOVE TO: *4 C. whole wheat bread crumbs or 4 C. oat flakes *2 C. raw carrots, grated *1 C. raw potato, grated *2 C. raw cashews, ground or fine-chopped *2 T. Mrs. Dash Original *1/2 tsp. turmeric *1 tsp. cumin *1/2 tsp. salt MIX WELL with 1 C. hot water PLACE into well-greased loaf pan or silicone pan(s) BAKE at 375F for 1 hour SERVE with mushroom gravy (see Below) MUSHROOM GRAVY RECIPE: INGREDIENTS: * 2 T. coconut oil * 1/2 large onion, minced *  10 regular-sized or 6 large Crimini mushrooms, sliced or chopped *   2 cloves garlic, minced *   2 C. mushroom broth (1-2 mushroom boullion cubes dissolved in 2 C. water) *   1/2 tsp. dry thyme powder *   1/2 tsp. dry rosemary powder, or ground fresh rosemary *   1/2 tsp. dry sage powder *   1 T.  nutritional yeast (not...
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Gluten-Free Bread Dressing Recipe (also Egg-Free, Lactose-Free)

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4 C. Gluten-Free Bread Crumbs 1/4 C. Parsley 1 tsp. Sage 1 tsp. Thyme 1/2 tsp. Salt 1/4 C. Melted Margarine or Oil to SAUTE 1/2 C. chopped Onion,  1 C. chopped Celery Rice Milk to moisten OPTIONAL: Add 1 C. fine chopped nuts and use as stuffing for red bell peppers, tomatoes, or mushrooms. BAKE at 400F with timing as to what is stuffed until done.                                     Click here to see vegan turkey recipes                                         3 Classic Vegan Thanksgiving Recipes all in one place
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Broccoli-Mushroom Quiche

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Wyona Hertwig was a wonderful person, baker, cook and developer of fine recipes, like this one. ROLL out Savory Pastry (see next line) LINE any pie or Quiche Pan with pastry ( Recipe for vegan Barley-Rice Pastry here ) or alternate recipe of your choice (example, a gluten-free pastry). FILLING: 2 T. vegan  Chicken-style Seasoning  (if you are reading this recipe in advance of making it, you will save money by making a jar of your own chicken-type seasoning mix-- you will know what's in it and you can adjust the seasonings to suit your preferences and needs) 1 T. Mrs. Dash Original or Spike Seasoning PLACE small pieces broccoli florets and thinly-sliced mushrooms  and 1 chopped Red Bell Pepper, 1 chopped Onion onto savory pie crust MAKE cashew sauce:  ADD  into blender carafe and  BLEND  until smooth: 2 C.      Water 1/4 C.   Cashews 2 T.       Starch 1/2 tsp.  Salt COOK on Medium, stirri...
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