I like to make my roasted pumpkin seeds with a little Cajun spice mix and then dry-roast them in the oven until they fill the whole house with their great aroma.Pumpkin seeds are very healthy: they have been used over centuries to protect the prostate, improve bladder function, prevent osteoporosis and kidney stones, and work […]
Month: November 2018
Sweet and Spicy Nuts
From ThailandThese crunchy spicy nuts are yummy tidbits for anytime in between – and are sure to become everyone’s favorites. They also make great gifts when visiting friends.Serves: 6 – 8 / Ready in: 1 hrGreat for: healthy snack, veganIngredients for spicy nuts:1 tablespoon blackstrap molasses1 cup water2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cardamom1 teaspoon […]
Tom Yum Soup with Mushrooms and Tofu
From ThailandThis original tom yum soup recipe from Thailand is a wonderful hot and spicy thai soup that will warm your body for hours during the cold season. It can even be enjoyed as main course with a side of rice or rice noodles.Serves: 4-6 / Ready in: 1 hrGreat for: heart healthy, low cholesterol, […]
Vegan Lentil Soup With Vinegar – German Style
From GermanyThis lentil soup is a one-pot dish that has a long tradition in Germany, and pretty much every family has their own specific recipe for lentil soup. Back home in North Germany we liked to eat it as a full entrée with lots of vegetables and sausage. Nowadays I make vegan lentil soup and […]
Creamy Pumpkin Soup
This delicious pumpkin soup recipe has an exciting different twist with curry powder and coconut milk.Try something new with the all-time favorite and pleasantly surprise your party guests!The high amounts of carotenoids in pumpkin are linked to health-promoting activities, like a decrease in cancer and heart disease risk.The potent phytonutrients alpha-carotene and beta-carotene also help […]
Potato Soup with Mustard Greens
A hearty potato soup recipe with mustard greens is a great starter or even a main dish on a cold day. This healthy soup recipe packs an additional nutrient-punch with the healthy greens.Potatoes are good against inflammation and for lowering blood pressure and cholesterol.Mustard greens are super greens with tons of antioxidants and cancer-fighting chemicals. […]
Tahini Dip With Ground Sesame Seeds
From Middle EastThis tahini dip is easy to make and highly nutritious. It uses ground sesame seeds and can be eaten with raw vegetable sticks, pita bread, whole wheat crackers, rice cakes, etc.Serves: 4 / Ready in: 30 minutes / Calories per serving (1 oz): 90Great for: raw, heart healthy, low cholesterol, healthy snack, low […]
Eggplant Dip
From ThailandThis tasty roasted eggplant dip follows a traditional Thai recipe and benefits greatly from the lime, cilantro, and chili paste. The dip can be used with raw vegetable sticks, crispy rice cakes, pita bread, or any whole wheat crackers you prefer.Serves: 10 – 12 / Ready in: 1 hrGreat for: heart healthy, low cholesterol, […]
Broccoli Dip
Broccoli Dip with marinated sun-dried Tomatoes and Brazil NutsFrom AsiaThis is an interesting twist on the tasty broccoli dip – a veggie dip that is delicious and healthy at the same time.This broccoli dip recipe has a lot of flavor from the sun-dried tomatoes, which give it a tangy, smoky note.Broccoli is a cruciferous superfood […]
Jagertee
From GermanyThis hot German tea with red wine and brandy is a great beverage to warm you up after holiday shopping on a cold winter day. Pick your favorite red wine and brandy for this recipe to get the most flavor out of it. The spices, fresh fruits, and orange juice give this Jagertee recipe […]
