Vegan – Page 2 – Health Continuum

Healthy crisps

These homemade crisps are a nice change from the store-bought kind. Made with three different types of seeds, spelt flour and rolled oats, they’re good for you and are high in fibre. You can read about the health benefits of seeds here. To make these crisps you don’t need a dehydrator, just a basic oven, […]

Beverages

Blueberries for better health

It’s the last week of August in Switzerland and the blueberries are sweet and juicy. Last week, I bought a bunch and stored some in my freezer. If you freeze blueberries when they’re fresh, you can enjoy them all winter long. Blueberries are packed with nutrients. They’re low in calories and carbohydrate but high in fibre, […]

Chickpeas, Main Dishes, Salads, Vinaigrettes

Quinoa, arugula and chickpea salad with peach vinaigrette

This August, take advantage of fresh summer produce and toss your salads with a peach vinaigrette. This vinaigrette is easy to make and adds a fresh fruity taste to your salads. This aromatic salad with quinoa, chickpeas, arugula leaves, red currants, fresh herbs and spices is packed with protein, minerals, and vitamins. If your diet […]

Appetizers, Nuts, Uncategorized

Eat your almonds

Almonds have excellent health properties. Just a handful gives you important minerals and vitamins. Classified as a low carbohydrate and high protein food, almonds are the perfect snack to fill you up and give you an energy boost. They are packed with antioxidants, heart-healthy fat and fiber, and are an excellent source of Vitamin E, […]

Burgers, Falafels and Patties, Chickpeas, Condiments and Sides, Main Dishes

Kale falafels

Soft on the inside and crunchy on the outside with warm peppery spices and fresh herbs. You don’t have to be vegetarian or vegan to enjoy this savoury falafel! I rarely eat fried foods, but when it comes to falafels, I prefer them fried instead of baked. On the rare occasions that I fry, I […]

Breads, Breads and Scones, Breakfast, Desserts and Snacks

Banana bread boost

Last year, I wrote a post on date paste as a healthy alternative to white sugar. As you may know, lowering your white sugar intake can protect you from developing Type-2 diabetes, obesity or other conditions that lead to heart disease. I’m not diabetic and I’m not overweight, but I am concerned by the high […]