Why

I've started a new lifestyle for my family and wanted to share it with everyone. We quit eating sugar and processed food. We only eat whole wheat, raw foods and drink green smoothies. I will be collaborating my recipes for breakfast, snacks, lunches and dinners. I encourage everyone to try this!!
I've found ways to make this transition much easier for everyone. The first week was really rough. On the first day my 3 year old daughter was climbing the pantry saying 'I need candy!'. After that, I knew this was the right path we've chosen.

Step 1 - Empty your pantry, refrigerator & freezer
Get rid of any boxed food (other than whole wheat pasta), flour, sugar, cake mixes ... you name it! We are starting fresh. You do NOT want any kind of temptation. Take it to your local food bank. They will welcome it! Plus you will feel better about.
Step 2 - Replace your cooking staples with whole wheat flour, organic rolled oats, raw almond butter, almond milk, raw organic agave (costco), raw organic honey (costco) and grade B pure maple syrup. I get mine off of amazon. I will post a picture of it. Whole wheat bread (make sure there is no sugar in it), whole wheat bagels. NO more pop, crystal light or any other flavorings. You will only drink water, almond milk & green smoothies.
Step 3 - Get a Blentec or Vitamix. These are a must have for green smoothies. I got mine off of amazon. They cost about $420. OR, you can buy a refurbished one for half the price.

Friday, July 18, 2014

Vegan Taco Salad

This was a HUGE hit in our house! So fast,easy & good!

Ingredients
Taco "meat"
  • ½ white onion, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 can cooked chickpeas
  • 1/2 packet taco seasoning mix
Guacamole
  • 1 avocado flesh, mashed
  • 1 tablespoon finely diced white onion or red onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • Juice from ½ lime
  • Sea salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 2 tomato, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons salsa (optional)
Instructions
  1. Add sliced onion and water to a medium-sized saucepan. Heat on medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes, until onions are softened.
  2. Add chickpeas and taco seasoning and reduce heat to medium. Cook uncovered for another 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
  3. Meanwhile, add guacamole ingredients to a small bowl and mash with a fork to combine. Set aside.
  4. Pile all of the salad ingredients in a bowl. Top with guacamole and taco "meat".
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