Entries by NatashaPACO

Ramen Noodles with Power Greens

INGREDIENTS 4 Ramen Noodle bricks 1 small bunch red kale, save the stems 1 small bunch bok choi, roughly chopped 1 small bunch cilantro, minced 4 cups baby spinach 4 cups napa cabbage, shredded 3 carrots, grated 2-4 Tbsp ginger, grated (depending on your love for ginger) 2 Tbsp chia seeds + hemp hearts mixed […]

Pineapple Yogurt Muffins

INGREDIENTS 1 cup oats, ground into flour 1 cup mixed nuts 1 can pineapple chunks, drained 2 eggs 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1 cup hemp hearts and chia seeds mix 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 tsp sea salt 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp lime zest 1/2 tsp lime juice DIRECTIONS Preheat the […]

Watermelon and Feta Salad

INGREDIENTS 6 cups watermelon, cut into 1″ cubes 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves zest from 1 lime 1 lime, juiced 2 cups of feta (Dodoni brand is best unless you are in Greece Serena:)), cut into 1″ cubes Olive oil fresh cracked pepper DIRECTIONS In a medium sized bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lime […]

Greens with Ramen Noodles

INGREDIENTS 4 gluten free Ramen Noodle bricks 10 -12 large leaves collard greens, save the stems 1/2 cup diced scallions 4 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 2 Tbsp Ume Plum Vinegar Crushed red pepper to taste DIRECTIONS Cook the noodles according to package directions. Grab a large mixing bowl. Pour the lemon juice […]

Bean Salad with Chimichurri Sauce

INGREDIENTS 2 Tbsp Chimichurri Sauce 1 can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 2 cups cherry tomatoes, sliced in half 4 cups baby spinach 1/2 red onion, diced DIRECTIONS Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl. Let marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature before serving.

Chimichurri Sauce

INGREDIENTS 2 cups fresh mint leaves 2 cups fresh cilantro 2 cups oregano leaves 2 cups parsley 2 cups chives 1 large red onion 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper 3 tbsp fresh garlic 2 tbsp fresh lime or lemon juice 1/4 cup coarsely chopped parsley 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil […]

Mint Chutney

INGREDIENTS 2 cups fresh mint leaves 2 cups fresh cilantro 1 large red onion 2 tbsp fresh ginger 1 tbsp fresh garlic 2 tbsp fresh lime or lemon juice 1-2 green chili’s (to taste) 2 tsp ground cumin 2 tsp sugar 2 tsp salt DIRECTIONS Place all ingredients in food processor and blend until smooth. Taste […]

Avocado Chocolate Mousse

INGREDIENTS 4 ripe avocados 1 cup nut milk 1 cup honey or agave nectar 1 cup cocoa powder 1/2 cup chocolate chips 1 tbsp vanilla extract pinch of salt DIRECTIONS   Place all ingredients except chocolate chips in a food processor and blend until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving topped with chocolate chips. Store […]

Masala Veggie Burgers

INGREDIENTS 1 cup mushrooms 1 cup cauliflower 1 cup broccoli 1 cup carrots 1 can corn kernels drained, optional 1/2 cup red onion 1 16 oz can black beans, rinsed and split in 1/2 4 large eggs, beaten 1/2 cup cooked quinoa or amaranth 1/2 cup mixed hemp hearts and chia seeds 3 tbsp Garam Masala 1 tbsp ground dried turmeric 1 tbsp freshly […]

Classic Potato Salad

INGREDIENTS 8 medium sized yukon gold potatoes 2 cups chopped onion 1 cup diced dill pickles 1 cup mayonnaise 3/4 cup sour cream 2 tbsp dijon mustard 3/4 cup red wine vinegar 2 tbsp fresh chopped dill S&P DIRECTIONS Peel and dice the potatoes into 1 inch cubes. Cover with COLD water, once boiling, cook until […]