This was a very special Thanksgiving… because it was the first time I’ve cooked an entire vegan + gluten-free meal for the entire family and shared with them just how delicious it can be, even on a Holiday! Since I wouldn’t be cooking a turkey, I wanted to make sure each dish was nutritious, flavorful …
Day 26: Zucchini Zucchini is another one of those staple veggies I always have on hand. They are perfect to add to pasta, tomato sauce or a quick stirfry. You can also make zoodles or zucchini fries like I did here, with no salt or oil. The possibilities are endless… A photo posted by HealthyHappyJess …
Day 25: Yukon Gold Potatoes There are many varieties of potatoes, but one of my very favorites is Yukon Gold. They are perfect for mashed potatoes because of their buttery, creamy texture. I also love making baked fries because they come out so flaky and tender they melt in your mouth. I seasoned them here with a vegan curry sauce and didn’t …
Day 24: Xigua Xigua is another word for Watermelon! It’s actually the Mandarin Chinese name and it typically refers to the smaller rounder watermelons grown in China. We are not in watermelon season at the moment, but I was still able to get my hands on one, thankfully!! I don’t often post pictures of myself, but …
Day 20: Tomatoes Add flavor to so many dishes with tomatoes! There are so many varieties and ways to use tomatoes to spice up your cooking. If you don’t like tomatoes it may be because you haven’t found the right variety yet, there are so many different textures and flavors out there, keep trying. Some of …
Day 18: Rice Rice Cakes with Peanut Butter, Julienne Peeled Apple, Sprinkled with Cinnamon and Coconut! This makes the perfect after dinner snack if you’re having sweet tooth, it really satisfies your craving and is a good carb to have before bed because the apple will give you some fiber and the rice cake will …
Day 12: Lentils Lentils are one of my top favorite go-to foods. They are so versatile, I try and throw them in as much as possible because they add so much flavor, protein and nutrients to so many dishes. Lentils make a great substitute for any dish requiring ground meat because the flavor and texture …
Day 11: Kale To be honest I haven’t always been a fan of kale…if it isn’t prepared right or just blended in a smoothie, it’s hard for me to get it down. It isn’t until recently that I’ve experienced a few amazing salads that have opened my pallet to this nutrient dense cruciferous green. The …
Day 10: Jackfruit Jackfruit is a sweet tropical fruit that is used in many desserts…but did you know it also makes an amazingly delicious meat substitute? As it cooks it begins to shred and pull apart similar to chicken or pork. When seasoned, it can be used in so many dishes from vegan tuna to …
Day 5: Eggplant What I love about this challenge… that I have laid out for my self, (#27DaysOfThanks for 27 different foods from A-Z) is that it is causing me to experiment and try foods that I may not typically eat, and learn a lot about them too. Case in point, Eggplant. I don’t usually …
