Adapted from Kathy’s Vegan Kitchen. INGREDIENTS 1½ cups raw cashews (can substitute white beans or silken tofu) 1 cup water 2 tablespoons rice or apple cider vinegar 1 large lemon, juiced 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 Tablespoon dried dill 1 Tablespoon dried parsley DIRECTIONS Place all ingredients except the dill and […]

I love pears, and I love raspberries and cherries, so this recipe combines these ingredients in a perfect composition of harmonic bliss. I call these pears “magic” because they tend to disappear almost instantly after you take them out of the oven! SERVES 4. Ingredients: For the stuffed pears: 2 large pears, washed and with […]

This simple meal idea is from “What Can I Cook Today?”, episode 2 on my YouTube channel, “Plantemus.” This is a very colorful meal that reminds me of springtime, hence the use of the word “primavera,” which means spring in Spanish. I love lentils, and the combination of them with rice is delicious and very […]

There is nothing like a refreshing salad on a hot summer day! This salad is easy, delicious, and everybody loves it. Try itand let me know how you like it! SERVES 1–2. INGREDIENTS 1 bunch arugula, chopped 1 cucumber, chopped or thinly sliced 1 red onion, chopped or thinly sliced 1 ripe tomato, cut into […]

I love crunchiness, and this refreshing summer salad has a lot of crunch! SERVES 2–3. INGREDIENTS 3 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded 1 large or 2 medium green apples, finely chopped 4 tablespoons lemon or lime juice ½ cup red grapes, halved 1 cup carrots, shredded ⅓ cup walnuts or pecans, chopped 1 tablespoon nutritional […]

Another favorite recipe from my dear grandmother, Aurora. This is an easy, delicious dish that’s perfect for a summer picnic or anytime you are craving potato salad. SERVES 4. Ingredients: 2 pounds potatoes, cubed 1 pound carrots, cut in smaller cubes ½ pound peas 2–3 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, or apple […]

This easy recipe is a staple of my 7-Day Detox & Reset Program that I run once a month online. I like to make a lot of this wonderful Potato Supreme to have for leftovers, because I enjoy it for lunch, dinner, breakfast, and even as a snack! Keep in mind that what makes this […]

One of my favorite breakfasts is hashbrowns with a side of greens. Here is one of the many versions I make. SERVES 2–3. Ingredients: 1 medium onion, cut in half and then in thin slices 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled, if desired Spices of your choice 2–3 cups kale or spinach, chopped 1 small tomato, […]

by Chef AJ Place all ingredients in a food processor fitted with an “S” blade and process until the desired texture is reached. INGREDIENTS ½ red onion 2 cloves of garlic 1 cup cilantro Juice from one lime ½ jalapeño pepper, seeds removed 1 14.5 oz can Muir Glen salt-free fire-roasted tomatoes

One of the magical touches in the Burrito Bowl is this cilantro-lime rice. Make extra and enjoy it on its own or with other favorite vegetable or bean toppings. SERVES 4. INGREDIENTS 4 cups brown rice, cooked ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped Zest from 1 lime 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice DIRECTIONS 1. Cook […]