Meal #1
Side
Sweet Green Smoothie (Banana Broccoli)
– Gluten-free and Vegan
https://tasty-yummies.com/sweet-green-smoothie-banana-broccoli-gluten-free-and-vegan/
serves 1
1 1/2 cups almond milk or other non-dairy milk 1 organic banana, preferably frozen 1 small bunch of organic broccoli florets (stalk removed), I used about 1/4 pound 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon raw honey or maple syrup
Add all of the ingredients to your high-speed blender and process until smooth and creamy. Enjoy immediately.
Side
Easter Egg Radishes, from Tips to Tops
https://www.freshcityfarms.com/recipes/easter-egg-radishes-from-tips-to-tops
Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 bunch fresh radishes, with greens
3 tablespoons salted butter
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 garlic
2 cups short grain brown rice
3 tablespoons pure lemon juice
1 salt and pepper to taste
1. In a small pan, dry toast walnuts. Set aside. Wash and chop radishes into pieces of about the same size, and chop greens separately.
2. In a large pan, heat butter over med heat. Add chopped garlic. Cook for a few minutes, until browned.
3. Add radish pieces to the pan, mixing to coat in butter. Add S+P. Add a splash or two of water and allow steam to help them soften. When soft and color from the skin begins to bleed into the whites of the radish, transfer contents of pan to a bowl and cover.
4. In same unwashed pan, add leftover brown rice. Stir to coat in remaining butter/garlic flavor and heat. Add S+P. Remove from pan and set aside.
5. In same unwashed pan (this is good for dishwashing time later!), add olive oil and chopped greens. Stir and add S+P to taste. Allow greens to wilt but not to the point of mush.
6. Prepare plate with greens on the bottom, a scoop of rice, then radishes and top with walnuts and some lemon juice.
Main Dish
CARAMELIZED ONION-MUSHROOM GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH WITH APPLE
YIELDS 6 SANDWICHES
https://thecookiewriter.com/caramelized-onion-mushroom-grilled-cheese-sandwich/
Heidi is the perfect melting cheese for grilled cheese sandwiches! Try resist eating it all on its own 🙂
15 minPrep Time
35 minCook Time
50 minTotal Time
Ingredients
12 slices of your favorite bread
Farm House's Heidi cheese, sliced
1 1/2 lbs onions, sliced thin
6 oz mushrooms, halved and sliced
2 tbsp. butter
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp. granulated sugar
Scant 1/4 cup red wine (such as Merlot)
Couple sprigs of fresh thyme
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 red pepper, diced
2 Golden Delicious apples, diced
Fresh arugula if desired
Instructions
Add butter to a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Once melted and bubbling, stir in onions. Cook until just beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Add in salt, and sugar. Cook for another 5-8 minutes, or until onions have browned more. Stir in mushrooms and thyme sprigs. Continue cooking until dish is deeply caramelized, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes.
Add in garlic and red pepper. Cook for 1 minute. Deglaze pan with red wine. Cook until dissipated. Remove from heat and discard thyme.
Assembly
Butter one side of each slice of bread. Turn butter-side down and layer with caramelized onion mixture, raw apple, arugula if desired, and Heidi cheese. Top with another bread slice: butter-side up.
Place a cast iron or frying pan over medium-low heat. Once hot, add sandwich, pushing down gently if needed. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown. Flip, and repeat, covering the pan with a lid to help melt the cheese better.
Remove, slice, and serve with your favorite sauce!
Dessert
Banana ginger pudding
https://www.eatwell.co.nz/recipe/13354/Banana-ginger-pudding/ ( SERVES 6 )
This is a cross between banana cake and a sticky date pudding that is gluten and dairy free and made with natural sweetness. It’s rich, so remember it’s a treat food, not something to have every night. Turning this pudding upside down once it’s baked shows off the luscious date and banana layer underneath. If you place the banana slices flat against the baking paper at the start they look great once they’re caramelized. Serve straight from the oven while it’s steaming hot and tender. The whipped banana cream is not so sweet, giving a bit of balance. If you fancy making it more like icecream, add a couple more frozen bananas. But wait, that would make nine bananas in one dessert, is that even allowed? I think yes, sometimes when you’re on to a good thing it’s worth just going for it.
Ingredients
⅔ cup Dates, chopped
2 Bananas, ripe and sliced
2 Tbsp Maple syrup
4 Bananas, very ripe
¼ cup Honey, soft
1 knob Ginger, about 4cm, finely grated
1 Lemon, zested
½ cup Oil, light, grapeseed or rice bran
1 cup Rice flour
½ tsp Baking soda
¾ tsp Salt
Banana cream
1 cup Coconut cream
1 Banana, ripe, frozen in slices
1 tsp Vanilla essence
Directions
Line the base of a 15 x 25cm baking dish with baking paper. Sprinkle with chopped dates then add the two sliced bananas and press down firmly. Drizzle with maple syrup.
Mash the four very ripe bananas thoroughly and allow to sit for 30 minutes to go a bit brown. Mash in honey, ginger and lemon zest and stir in oil.
Add sifted rice flour, baking soda and salt and mix in thoroughly (there’s no need to worry about over-mixing with rice flour).
Pour over the banana date layer in the baking dish and bake at 170C for 50-60 minutes or until a skewer inserted in to the middle comes out clean.
For the banana cream, place all ingredients in a food processor or blender and run until perfectly smooth. Serve in a bowl alongside the hot pudding.
Meal #2
Side
Dandelion & Apple Juice
https://www.kindearth.net/dandelion-apple-juice/
yield: 1
prep time: 5 MINUTES
total time: 5 MINUTES
A super healthy dandelion & apple detox health juice jam packed full of goodness.
Bottom of Form
Ingredients
2 sweet apples
Big handful of youngish dandelion greens
3 large celery stalks
2 kale leaves
a little ginger or garlic an extra boost
Instructions
I chop the ingredients roughly and then push through a good masticating juicer.
Any juicer would work for this blend; especially if the leaves are young and tender (if in doubt, just chop the leaves up as small as you can before juicing).
Enjoy and embrace the benefits of fresh, vibrant juice. I know, I do.
Side
Thyme Roasted Apples & Pears
https://gratefulgrazer.com/home/thyme-roasted-apples-pears/
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
40 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Roasted Apples & Pears with thyme make a delicious addition to fall brunches, snacks, and holiday dinners.
Course: Breakfast, brunch, Dessert, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: dairy-free, gluten-free, plant-based, vegan
Servings: 4
Author: Stephanie McKercher, RDN
Ingredients
1 tablespoons sunflower oil
2 large apples, cored and quartered lengthwise
2 pears, cored and halved lengthwise
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375º F.
Heat oil in a Dutch oven on the stovetop over medium-high heat. Spread apples and pears in a single layer (flesh-side down) in the Dutch oven. Cook 5-7 minutes, or until flesh is golden brown.
Stir in maple syrup, ginger, cinnamon, thyme, and salt. Cover and roast in the oven 30 minutes, or until hot and aromatic. Remove from the oven and cool 5-10 minutes before serving.
Main Dish
Broccoli and Mushroom Stir-Fry | Healthy Stir-Fry Recipes
https://www.yummly.com/recipe/Broccoli-and-Mushroom-Stir-Fry-_-Vegan-Stir-Fry-Recipes-2354331#directions
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Ingredients
2 cups broccoli, cut into small florets
1/4 cup red onion, chopped small
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups mushrooms, sliced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
1/4 cup vegetable broth, optional water
1/2 cup carrot, shredded
1/4 cup cashews, optional water chestnuts
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon coconut sugar, optional
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
In a large skillet on high heat, add the broccoli, onion, garlic, mushrooms, red pepper, ginger, and water. Cook, stirring often until broccoli is soft and onions are translucent. Add broth and more as needed to prevent the vegetables from sticking.
Stir in the carrot, cashews, vinegar, soy sauce, and coconut sugar. Stir well and simmer for about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve alone or on top of quinoa or brown rice.
Dessert
BROCCOLI BROWNIES
https://www.food.com/recipe/broccoli-brownies-413270
READY IN: 45mins
SERVES: 12
3 ounces semisweet chocolate
1 cup broccoli puree
1⁄2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1⁄4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 large egg whites
3/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1⁄2 teaspoon baking powder
1⁄2 teaspoon salt
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Mix ingredients together.
Put in 8x8 pan.
Cook for 35-40 minutes.
Cut and eat!
Meal #3
Side
Creamy Broccoli Ginger Soup
https://www.verywellfit.com/creamy-broccoli-ginger-soup-4144626
Top of Form
Ingredients
1.5 cups water
1 large head broccoli, cut into pieces
2 tablespoons fresh ginger root, minced
1 tablespoon Sriracha
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup low-fat cow's milk or milk alternative (optional)
Preparation
In a steamer pot, add water and broccoli to the colander. Over high heat, bring to a boil and steam broccoli for a few minutes until bright green. Be sure not to overcook until broccoli is mushy. Instead, you can microwave the broccoli—no water needed—for one to two minutes to steam it.
Place the cooked broccoli in a food processor or blender. Add a cup of the cooking water, reserving the rest for later. If you microwaved it, add plain water. Pulse for a minute to begin to puree.
Add the ginger, Sriracha, garlic powder, salt, and cheese. Pulse a few more minutes. If consistency is too thick, add the remaining half cup of water. For a creamier consistency, stir in milk.
Spoon into bowls and serve warm.
Ingredient Variations and Substitutions
This soup is very versatile. You can add another vegetable with broccoli, such as red peppers, carrots, or mushrooms, and puree it in.
Up the protein with silken tofu or even a hint of ricotta cheese. At the end, you can toss in a handful of white Northern beans or chickpeas for additional texture, protein, and fiber.
Flavor up your bowl with smoked paprika or curry powder for a more ethnic flavor. Instead of Parmesan cheese, sprinkle in nutritional yeast for a vegan hint of cheesy flavor, plus protein and B12!
Cooking and Servings Tips
By steaming the broccoli first, it breaks down the cellulose a bit, making it easier to puree. If you have a Vitamix or another blender than heats soups as they puree, feel free to throw the broccoli in raw.
This soup can be served warm or cold, whatever is preferred. Serve with grilled fish, chicken breast, or tofu.
Side
Mushrooms on Toast
https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-for-any-meal-mushrooms-on-toast-177630
Serving 1-2
INGREDIENTS
8 ounces button mushrooms
1 small shallot, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
1 small clove of garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon)
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, divided
2 tablespoons neutral oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Splash of white wine (optional)
2 tablespoons crème fraiche, to serve
2 pieces of toast made from a hearty bread, to serve
INSTRUCTIONS
Wash the mushrooms quickly in water, drain and pat very dry with a tea towel. Leave the small mushrooms whole and slice larger mushrooms into thick chunks and slices.
Prep the shallot, garlic and thyme. Have the wine and crème fraiche handy. Toast the bread.
Heat the oil in a large shallow frying pan on high heat until it shimmers. Add all the mushrooms and give the pan a quick shake to distribute the mushrooms in an even layer. Let them sit without stirring to take on some color, about 1 minute or so. Watch carefully and lower heat if they begin to burn but keep it as high as possible.
Shake the pan again or toss mushrooms to evenly color. Sprinkle on a pinch of salt and a few turn of the pepper mill. At this point, add the shallot, stir briefly and cook for 30 seconds. Add the optional wine, the garlic and half the thyme and remove from the heat. The pan should be hot enough to keep cooking everything (the wine will probably evaporate on contact.)
Stir in the crème fraiche and spoon over the toast, garnishing with the remaining thyme. Serve with a few slices of fresh tomatoes, if possible, for color and acidity. Tuck in!
Main Course
Apple Chicken Lettuce Wraps
https://www.5dollardinners.com/apple-chicken-lettuce-wraps/
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Servings: 4 persons
Ingredients
1 lb ground chicken
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
6 Tbsp soy sauce (use gluten free for GF meal)
2 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp rice vinegar
2 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
1 tsp cornstarch
16 large lettuce leaves
1 apple, chopped
Green onions, sliced for garnish
Fresh veggies, as side dish
Instructions
In a large skillet, brown the ground chicken with garlic powder and salt.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger and crushed red pepper. Stir into the ground chicken over low heat and warm the sauce through.
Mix together the cornstarch with equal parts water and swirl it into the sauce. Let simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to thicken.
Chop the apples and slice the green onions. Assemble the lettuce wraps with the chicken mixture topped with chopped apples and sliced green onions.
Prepare fresh veggies.
Serve Apple Chicken Lettuce Wraps with fresh veggies.
Dessert
Spicy Pear Cookies
https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/10954/spicy-pear-cookies/
"Delicious, rich flavor with or without frosting. Top with walnut halves for a fancy touch."
Ingredients
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 pear - peeled, cored and diced
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In large bowl, beat margarine and sugar until smooth. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and ginger, mix into batter. Stir in chopped pears, chopped nuts and raisins.
Drop about two inches apart by rounded tablespoonfuls onto baking sheets and bake 15 minutes or until edges are golden brown and center springs back when lightly touched. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Combine confectioners' sugar and lemon juice and mix until smooth. Spoon icing over cookies.