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4 Common plant based diet myths debunked
January 26, 2022

4 Common plant based diet myths debunked

There is so much talk about plant based diets and being vegan. Lets debunk 4 myths that float around about plant based diets Are plant based diets nutritious? What about dairy? Will I be hungry? Where is the protein? Plant based diets are amazing for …

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The difference between a plant based diet vs vegan
January 13, 2022

The difference between a plant based diet vs vegan

What is the difference between a vegan diet and a plant based diet. Vegans refrain from all animal products for different reasons including health, helping animals, and improving the environment. Plant based diet is fully plant based or eats some animal prodcuts Eating more plants …

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Pulled Jackfruit and Potatoes
January 12, 2022

Pulled Jackfruit and Potatoes

pulled jackfruit stew

Pulled Jackfruit and Potatoes

This Vegan Jackfruit Stew recipe tastes so yummy, with onion, garlic, celery, peppers, herbs and more.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Course Main Course, Soup
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

Canned

  • 1 can Jackfruit green
  • 1 Vegetable stock

Produce

  • 1 Onion
  • 3 Garlic cloves
  • 1 Lemon juice
  • 3 Carrots
  • 2 Potatoes
  • 1 Red pepper
  • Kale
  • Portobello mushrooms
  • Ginger

Spice

  • Sea salt optional
  • Black pepper
  • Tumeric
  • Garlic powder
  • Italian herbs
  • 2 Bay leaves
  • Smoked paprika
  • Crushed red pepper

Instructions
 

  • Prep and cut onion, garlic, red pepper, mushrooms, carrots, and red pepper. Heat stock pot over medium heat.
  • Add onion to the pot and sauté with water or extra virgin olive oil. You can add water slowly and mixing the onion. Then add the other vegetables and sauté for a few more minutes until vegetables have softened. Then add the garlic.
  • Add the spices into the vegetable mix.
  • Add the stock and jackfruit. Turn the heat down to a simmer for about 30 minutes. After 30 minutes shred or smash the jackfruit with a fork or potato smasher.
  • Add the potatoes to the stew and simmer for 30 more minutes. For thicker stew add flax seed blend or arrowroot.

Notes

 

The nutrients in jackfruit may help lower your risk for some health issues, including:
 Jackfruit is a good source of fiber, so it could help you feel fuller for longer.
 Your body digests and absorbs jackfruit more slowly than some other foods. That means your blood sugar  won’t rise as quickly as it might when you eat other fruits. One study found that jackfruit extract made it easier for people with diabetes to control their blood sugar.
While a jackfruit allergy is rare, you’re at higher risk if you have a birch pollen allergy. This means that you have an itchy mouth or swollen lips when you eat other foods in this group such as apples, almonds, carrots, celery, cherries, and hazelnuts.
Keyword gluten free, Healthy eating, recipes, Vegan
Main Dish, Plant Based, Soup
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by Clarissacoaches
Air fryer Vegetable Egg Rolls
December 19, 2021

Air fryer Vegetable Egg Rolls

Air Fryer, Appetizer, Plant Based
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by Clarissacoaches
Creamy Coconut Milk with vegetables
December 14, 2021

Creamy Coconut Milk with vegetables

Main Dish, Plant Based
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by Clarissacoaches
Falafel recipe easy air fryer
December 9, 2021

Falafel recipe easy air fryer

Easy falafel recipe

Falafel Air Fryer Easy Recipe

Clarissacoaches
This falafel air fryer is quick, simple, and has lots of flavor packed in. Fluffy inside with the right amount of crispy on the outside. Plant based, gluten free, dairy free, and nutrient dense yumminess
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer, lunch, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 2 people

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

Canned

  • 2 Cans Chickpeas
  • Almond flour

Produce

  • 6 Garlic cloves
  • 1 Red onion
  • 2 Fresh lemon juice from lemons

Seasoning

  • Sea Salt optional or very little
  • Sunshine seasoning Tabitha Brown
  • Smoke paprika
  • Garlic powder
  • Cumin
  • Tumeric
  • Cilantro fresh if possible
  • Parsley fresh if possible
  • Nutritional yeast

Instructions
 

  • Add drained and dry chickpeas, onion, and garlic to food processor
    2 Cans Chickpeas, 1 Red onion, 6 Garlic cloves
  • Chop for about 30 secs
  • Add remaining ingredients except flour. Season to taste.
    2 Fresh lemon juice from lemons, Sea Salt, Sunshine seasoning, Smoke paprika, Garlic powder, Cumin, Tumeric, Parsley, Nutritional yeast, Cilantro
  • Chop and bend ingredients together until smooth
  • Add almond flour and mix to hold falafel together
  • Make into little balls and prep for fridge or freezer. Put in freezer for 10 minutes or fridge for 20 minutes to let falafel get firm.
  • Preheat air fryer for 5 minutes at 350 degrees
  • Add falafel balls and cook for 15-20 minutes depending on your air fryer. Flipping them half way to cook evenly
    Easy falafel recipe

Notes

Legumes are an incredibly nutritious of food, which every person should be incorporating in their diet.
Legumes are rich in many nutrients which benefit heart health by lowering both cholesterol and blood pressure levels.
Legumes are also an excellent source of potassium and loaded with fiber which will help with digestion.
Naturally helps you lose weight.
They are low on the glycemic index. The GI dictates how quickly the sugar will be absorbed from each food you eat. 
A great source of plant protein.. All foods have protein in them but extra protein is great for peak performance when working out and moving your body.
Keyword gluten free, Healthy eating, Plant based, Vegan
Air Fryer, Appetizer, Main Dish, Plant Based
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by Clarissacoaches
How the food you eat affects your gut health and losing fat.
November 15, 2021

How the food you eat affects your gut health and losing fat.

In this episode we talk about how eating saturated fat affects your gut health and adds fat to your body.  Keto diet compared to eating more plant based Saturated fat drives up your blood sugar and can cause insulin resistance What should we eat to …

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What exactly is a plant based diet?
November 14, 2021

What exactly is a plant based diet?

What exactly is a plant based diet and how does it affect my weight loss and my health? In this episode we will discuss what is plant based eating and how it affects our health and our ability to lose weight. What foods consists of …

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Chickpea with lemon and vegetables
November 14, 2021

Chickpea with lemon and vegetables

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chickpea with lemon and vegetables

Chickpeas with lemon and vegetables

Clarissacoaches
A healthy chickpea dinner recipe to make that will nourish your body. Quick and healthy recipe for lunch or dinner that will help you lose weight and improve your health. Try this yummy, plant based, and gluten free recipe with zero guilt, chickpeas with lemon and vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course lunch, Main Course
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

Canned Goods

  • 1 Chickpeas
  • 2 Cups Vegetable Stock or other stock

Produce

  • 2 Lemons
  • 1/2 Red Onion
  • 4 Garlic Cloves
  • Ginger
  • 1 Red Pepper
  • 1 Zucchini
  • 1 lb Green Beans

Seasonings

  • to taste Sea Salt can omit
  • Black pepper
  • Turmeric
  • Olive Oil extra virgin
  • Tamari
  • Rice Vinegar
  • Basil
  • Thyme
  • Marjoram
  • Parsley

Grains

  • 1 Cup Quinoa

Instructions
 

  • Prep and cut string beans, garlic, onion, zucchini, red pepper, ginger, and lemons. Cut the onion, zucchini, red pepper, and garlic into small cubes. Rinse and drain chickpeas. Juice fresh lemons and set aside.
  • Warm up sauté pan over medium heat with a little bit of extra virgin olive oil, or omit and gradually use water adding in slowly.
    Olive Oil
  • Add onion, red pepper, and dry spices. Saute for a few minutes then add in zucchini, chickpeas, and string beans. Add in Tamari and rice vinegar Cook for 10 mins until tender, stirring occasionally.
    1 Chickpeas, 1/2 Red Onion, 1 Red Pepper, 1 Zucchini, 1 lb Green Beans, to taste Sea Salt, Black pepper, Tamari, Rice Vinegar, Turmeric
  • Add in lemon juice, herbs, ginger and garlic stirring to mix in flavor. Lower heat to low – medium and let flavors blend together for another 5-10 minutes.
    2 Lemons, 4 Garlic Cloves, Ginger, Basil, Thyme, Parsley, Marjoram
  • Serve with quinoa.
    1 Cup Quinoa, 2 Cups Vegetable Stock
    chickpea with vegetables

Notes

Seasoning is to taste and done with love. Measurements are always general in term when it comes to spices. Find what works with your pallet. 
You can also swap out vegetables for what you have on hand as this is a versatile dish and  healthy as well being packed with nutrients.
The fiber is also good for gut health and will keep you full longer.
Eat to live and eat until you are full.
 
 
 
Keyword gluten free, healthy dinner recipe, healthy meals, Plant based, Vegan
Main Dish, Plant Based
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by Clarissacoaches
Chickpeas and Cauliflower Curry
November 8, 2021

Chickpeas and Cauliflower Curry

This vegan chickpea and cauliflower curry recipe is simple and quick to make, in as little as 30 minutes! Yummy and packed with flavor. Customize the vegetables as you like and add some layers in. Chickpeas recipe are great and versatile.

Main Dish, Plant Based
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by Clarissacoaches

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