Category: Vegan & Vegetarian

Mango Melba Shake

This vegan shake uses plant-based products, making it the perfect treat for outdoor entertaining this summer. Inspired by the peach Melba dessert, this shake starts with a coconut base, keeping it dairy-free, while frozen mango is a fitting substitute for the favorite stone fruit. The result is an enticing, pretty peachy hue that complements the …

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Recipe: Grilled Zucchini Rolls

One of the highlights of the summer season is the incredible bounty of fresh produce – and grilling these vegetables gives them a smoky, delicious dimension. Chef BBQ Naz, a grilling expert from Broil King, shares some simple tips for flavour perfection: • When preparing vegetables, slice them to expose as much of the vegetable to …

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Whole Grain Ricotta Mushroom Tart with Tomatoes by Gourmandelle

Whole Grain Ricotta Mushroom Tart with Tomatoes by Gourmandelle Ingredients For the dough: 150g whole wheat flour 50g cold butter 1/4 glass of ice cold water sea salt For the filling: 2 cups sliced button mushrooms 2 eggs, beaten 1 cup ricotta cheese 1 onion, chopped a bunch of dill, chopped 2 tsps dry thyme …

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Recipe: Salt and Pepper Tofu

This salt and pepper tofu recipe uses a unique blend of salt, white pepper, black pepper, Chinese five spice, and jalapeño peppers for robust flavor. Cooking it with corn starch makes it extra crispy. I believe this is the dish that turned my daughter on to tofu, and now that she has made it several …

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Plant-based Anything Goes Cookie Dough

Customize your cookies with this versatile plant-based recipe Plant-based eating has been one of the big trends of 2019 and has even taken centre stage as part of the new Canada’s Food Guide. Yet despite widespread awareness of the new food guide, according to recent survey commissioned by Becel, only one in two Canadians (52%) …

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Spiced Cauliflower “Wings”

Put plants on your plate with these spiced cauliflower “wings” Earlier this year, the new Canada’s Food Guide was released after much anticipation, removing the four food groups and, in place, providing tips and guidance on healthy eating habits. These habits include cooking at home, enjoying more fruits and vegetables, and opting for plant-based options …

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Marinated Mushroom Bowls with Lentils and Wild Rice

Mushrooms: Gentle on the Planet, Healthy on the Plate Want to start making more earth-friendly food choices in the kitchen? This Earth Month, start with mushrooms, a healthy food that requires minimal natural resources to produce. According to a 2017 study titled “The Mushroom Sustainability Story,” mushroom production requires relatively low water, energy and land …

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