by Rita Mustafa | Sep 2, 2016 | All Recipe, Appetizers & Snacks, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Vegan
2 cups chickpeas 1/4 cup roasted red peppers 1/3 cup tahini (sesame seed paste) 2 cloves garlic 1 tbsp. olive oil 1/3 cup lemon juice 3/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 1.In food processor combine chickpeas, red peppers, tahini, garlic and olive oil. 2.Process into a puree....
by Rita Mustafa | Sep 2, 2016 | All Recipe, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Soup, Vegan
Barley’s most noteworthy health benefits is its high fiber content. It can also help control Blood Sugar Levels and lower cholesterol. Barley unfortunately does contain gluten, so if you are celiac or gluten intolerant, replace the barley in this recipe with...
by Rita Mustafa | Sep 2, 2016 | All Recipe, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Salads, Vegan
2 cups fresh green beans cut into 1“ lengths 1 15 oz can lima beans, drained and rinsed 1 15oz can kidney beans*, drained and rinsed 2 TBS minced onion 3 medium cloves garlic, pressed 1 large ripe fresh tomato, seeds and excess pulp removed, diced 2 TBS chopped fresh...
by Rita Mustafa | Sep 2, 2016 | All Recipe, Appetizers & Snacks, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Vegan
This hummus dip is not only similar to the traditional hummus made with chickpeas, but also much easier to digest. 3/4 cup red lentils, rinsed 1/2 tsp. sea salt 1/4 cup tahini (sesame butter) 1-2 roasted garlic cloves (see below) 1/4 cup chopped roasted red pepper...
by Rita Mustafa | Sep 2, 2016 | All Recipe, Dairy Free, Dessert, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Vegan
This rich chocolate dessert makes for a great healthy holiday treat! 1/2 cup dates 1/2 cup water 1/3 cup cashew butter 100g organic dark chocolate (70% or higher) 1 tsp. vanilla extract Shredded coconut Chopped nuts In a small saucepan simmer dates and water over...
by Rita Mustafa | Sep 2, 2016 | All Recipe, Appetizers & Snacks, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Salads, Vegan
This zesty salad is certain not to disappoint. Low in calories and full of alkalizing minerals ! 1 lb. tomatoes 1 small red bell pepper 1 onion 2 garlic cloves 1 chili pepper (optional) 3 fresh basil leaves 2-3 tbsp. cold-pressed olive oil Sea salt and pepper to taste...