Powerful lean-protein beans and legumes contain anti-inflammatory antioxidants called flavanoids. Kombu, a sea vegetable, contributes valuable minerals like magnesium. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 leeks, washed well and sliced 2 bulbs green garlic, minced 1 stalk celery, chopped 4 cups broth of choice 2 cups water 2 bay leaves 2 cups red lentils, washed [...]
If you want to make this dish vegetarian, try substituting carrot juice for the broth. Ingredients: 4 scallions, sliced ½ cup packed cilantro 2 cloves green garlic, chopped 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger 1¼ cups water 1 tablespoon olive oil ¾ cup barley 1 1/3 cup broth of choice ½ teaspoon sea salt Directions: 1. [...]
Ingredients: 2/3 cup skinned raw peanuts 1 Chinese cabbage 2-inch piece of ginger 1 tablespoon olive oil 6 shallots, finely sliced 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 2 fresh red chilies, seeded and finely chopped 1 tablespoon brown sugar juice of 2 limes 3 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 3 scallions, finely chopped handful [...]
Ingredients: 1/3 cup orange juice 1/3 cup lemon juice 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon honey 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup shredded carrots 1 bunch kale, de-stemmed, and chopped into bite-sized pieces 1/3 cup chopped cilantro 2 tablespoons currants Directions: In [...]
I've never been a fan of cilantro, let's just throw that out there before we get started with this recipe. It is a common belief that the aversion to cilantro is genetically passed down to us from our ancestors, and I know for a fact that my grandmother hates cilantro. But I have decided to [...]
This pesto recipe is a new favorite. It keeps for at least 2 weeks in the refrigerator - if it lasts that long! Hope you try it and enjoy! Ingredients: 1 bunch green garlic 1 - 2 cups fresh herbs or greens of choice - cilantro, parsley, arugula, basil, spinach, etc. 1 - 2 cups [...]
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons each-sesame oil, rice vinegar, and Aji-Mirin (sweet cooking rice seasoning) 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger ½ teaspoon fresh minced garlic ½ teaspoon sea salt to taste (easy on the salt) 2 cups thinly sliced radishes torn fresh cilantro leaves and thinly sliced green onion tops (for garnishes) Directions: Whisk together sesame oil, [...]
INGREDIENTS ½ cup olive oil 2 tablespoons (or more) fresh lemon juice sea salt 4 heads little gem lettuce, leaves separated and hearts halved through root (about 8 cups) ½ cup mixed flat–leaf parsley, and cilantro leaves ½ cup grated apple 5 blanched hazelnuts (put nuts in boiling water for about 4 - 5 minutes [...]
This high fiber pate is delicious! The kelp flakes are a great way to get more of the mineral iodine, which is essential for keeping the thyroid running properly. INGREDIENTS 1 cup raw almonds, soaked overnight ½ coarsely chopped red onion 2 stalks celery, minced ½ cup tahini 2 whole carrots, grated ½ cup minced [...]
2 large tomatoes, halved and chopped 1 medium red onion, chopped 1 small sweet pepper, seeded and chopped 2 padron peppers, chopped 1/2 cup chopped cucumber (optional) 1 1/2 cups drained and rinsed canned mixed beans 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 teaspoon sea salt black pepper 1. [...]
