Quinoa, though new to many of us, has been around since pre-Columbian civilizations. Because of its amazing nutritional properties and its ability to survive in even the harshest of environments, the Incas considered it so sacred that they referred to it as chisaya mama – mother of all grains. It’s been classified as a “super crop” by the United Nations because of its high protein content. Quinoa is considered a complete protein, meaning that it has all nine essential amino acids. It’s also an excellent source of lysine, manganese, magnesium, iron, copper, phosphorous. And it’s an excellent source of dietary fiber while being...
Manitoba Harvest Rev...
posted by Natalia KW
If you haven’t figured it out by now, let me share a little something with you—I’m hemp obsessed! I have been enjoying hemp seeds since I began to experiment with raw foods in 2007. These flavorful, little seeds find their way into my salads, smoothies, dressings and desserts...
Recipe: Mediterranea...
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Mediterranean Chicken Pitas makes 6 Servings Serving Size: 2 filled pita halves 5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces 1 large tomato, cut into bite sized pieces 1/2 small cucumber, seeded and sliced 1 small red onion, sliced 2 Tablespoons cider vinegar 1 Tablespoon olive...
Mountain Rose Herbs ...
posted by Natalia KW
The Mountain Rose Herbs catalog is a chef’s paradise. High quality, organic herbs and spices vastly improve every kitchen creation. My counters and cabinets are well stocked—in fact a bit over stocked—with bulk seasonings from allspice to za’atar. I definitely have my favorites...
Pure Pleasures: Yam ...
posted by Natalia KW
I’m obsessed with salads, but as the seasons change, so do my ingredient choices. Even while living a raw food lifestyle, I love to eat seasonally. Apples, cranberries, yams and parsnips have been making quite an appearance in my kitchen lately. I first tossed up this salad ...
Tomatoes and Garlic ...
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Fresh summer produce—what could be better? Even if you only have room for a pot or two, I encourage you try growing some tomatoes and basil. Small tomato types, such as the “wild”, grape, cherry, and patio types are usually easier for a beginning gardener to grow. Mine really...
In the Kitchen with ...
posted by Natalia KW
I love fruit based desserts in the summer, full of natural, juicy sweetness! This is a quick and easy parfait that you can make with any fresh, ripe fruit that you have on hand. I used strawberries and kiwis for a bright & colorful combination. Layered with vanilla bean cream and...
In the Kitchen with ...
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When that pasta craving hits, what does a raw foodie reach for? Why, zucchini of course! Zucchini is the most popular veggie used to make a live food pasta alternative. There are lots of kitchen gadgets available to turn ordinary veggies into fancy noodles, but here we get the job done...
In the Kitchen with ...
posted by Natalia KW
When dessert can’t wait, it’s time for banana ice cream! Stock your freezer with peeled bananas, and sweet satisfaction is less than 10 minutes away. The cacao crunch swirl and topping send this over the top! Banana Cacao Crunch Ice Cream serves 2 For the Banana ice cream: 4 Frozen...
In the Kitchen with ...
posted by Natalia KW
Sweet, spicy, crunchy, tangy, these Asian inspired wraps have so much to offer! This is a dish I love to share at potlucks and dinner parties. It’s quick & easy, requiring no special equipment. The mix of colors is gorgeous and sure to impress! Sweet Sesame-Ginger Lettuce...
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