by Rita Mustafa | Sep 2, 2016 | All Recipe, Appetizers & Snacks, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Vegan
Lentils are a staple food in my home. Not only are they a good source of plant protein and fiber, but they are also very versatile and easy to prepare because they do not require pre-soaking! Join the Lentil Recipe Revelations Challenge by submitting your favorite...
by Rita Mustafa | Sep 2, 2016 | All Recipe, Appetizers & Snacks, Breakfast Foods, Dairy Free, Dessert, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Other
1 lb fresh strawberries 6 tablespoons water 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 4 tablespoons sugar 3 tablespoons dried lavender flowers 1.Rinse and drain strawberries. Hull and cut into halves or quarters into a big bowl and set aside. 2.In a small saucepan over low heat,...
by Rita Mustafa | Sep 2, 2016 | All Recipe, Appetizers & Snacks, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Other, Vegan
2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained 1/2 cup tahini (sesame seed butter) 1/4 cup lemon juice 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, minced 2 cloves garlic salt to taste ground black pepper to taste Sesame seeds Place garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon juice, lemon zest, and...
by Rita Mustafa | Sep 2, 2016 | All Recipe, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Soup, Vegan
White bean varieties include cannellini, Great Northern, and navy beans, however their nutritional profiles are all quite similar. Along with protein, beans have a high amount of fiber (usually 10-11g per 1/2 cup serving) that helps lower cholesterol and regulate...
by Rita Mustafa | Sep 2, 2016 | All Recipe, Beverages
A refreshing and soothing tea to soothe your belly. 8 oz Peppermint leaves 8 oz Lemon Balm leaves 8 oz Fennel seeds Use 1 tsp of mixture per 1 cup boiling water. Steep 10 minutes; strain.