Veggiesome Living

For those of us with young children having a busy lifestyle doesn't always make it easy to ensure the children snack on healthy options.  Make your own on-the-go snacks to munch on throughout the day, such as veggie sticks and fruit bowls. Have a look at the suggestions below and send me some of your own.   OK?😊 VeggJay …   Here are a couple of recipes which you may find useful (when you have more time to try them) Makes 2 large roll-ups 2 flour tortillas 2 tablespoons vegan cream cheese 1 grated carrot 2 lettuce leaves (or a handful of baby spinach leaves) Warm tortillas in a dry pan. Spread vegan cream cheese on them. Add carrots and lettuce or spinach. Roll up and serve or wrap in plastic wrap for snacking later. Variations: Add thin sticks of cucumber or sweet red pepper before rolling. Per roll-up:  159 calories; 4 g protein; 22 g carbohydrate; 6 g fat; 2 g fiber; 230 mg sodium; calories from protein: 10%; calorie...

Hi again, What's for Lunch today? Why not try this delicious recipe and let me know what you think of it. I had it with lightly toasted garlic bread and pumpkin soup.( It was delicious!) VeggJay …                                         Vegetable Stir Fry Sauce ¼ cup soy sauce ¼ cup water 1 Tbsp sugar 2 tsp sesame oil 2 tsp cornstarch 2 clove garlic, minced 2 tsp ginger, finely minced 1 tsp Dijon or Chinese mustard chili flakes or chili sauce to taste For the sauce, whisk all of the ingredients together and set aside.   Vegetables 2 Tbsp vegetable oil 1 carrot, peeled and thinly sliced ½ sweet onion, diced 1 stalks celery, thinly sliced ¼ lb(s) cremini mushrooms, sliced 2 cup coarsely shred...

Hey there, Here is one of my favorite dinner recipes. Remember to let me know how you enjoyed the dishes I've been posting.  I'd love to know what you think. VeggJay …                     Veggie loaf  served with Checca Sauce Checca Sauce 1 pt cherry tomatoes, (about 2 cups, or 12 oz), halved 3 scallions, (white and pale green parts only) , coarsely chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped 8 fresh basil leaves 3 Tbsp olive oil 1 pinch salt 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper Checca Sauce 1. For the Checca Sauce: Combine the cherry tomatoes, scallions, garlic, basil, and oil in a processor. Pulse the tomatoes until they are coarsely chopped, being careful not to puree. Set aside. Season the sauce with salt and pepper. Lentil Loaf ¾ cup lentils, (about 5 oz) 3 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth 1...

Hey there, If you are like me and have a sweet tooth, you would usually have dessert with your meals. I've included one of my favorite recipes. Let's indulge a bit with this delectable cheese cake. Remember to let me know how you enjoyed it. 😋 VeggJay … Raw Vanilla Cheesecake with Chocolate Almond Crust Chocolate Almond Crust 1 cup raw almonds, soaked for at least 3 hours ½ cup raw walnuts ⅓ cup shredded coconut 8 medjool dates, pitted ¼ cup coconut sugar ⅓ cup coconut oil 2 Tbsp raw cocoa powder ¼ tsp sea salt Chocolate Almond Crust                          1. Place the almonds and walnuts in a food processor and blend them into a coarse meal. Add remaining ingredients and blend until well combined. 2. Using your hands, press the dough in an even layer into mini tart pans with removabl...

Hi there YOU, Are you feeling a bit "snackish" today?    I've submitted a couple for you to try.  Let me know how things go... VeggJay … Veggie Sticks  QUICK AND EASY VEGGIE KABOBS Here is an easy recipe you may wanna try... BAKED SWEET POTATO AND CARROT FRIES Ingredients: 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced or wedged 2-3 carrots, peeled and sliced or wedged 2 tbsp. oil, salt and pepper or paprika to taste Oregano flakes, for seasoning Ketchup or any other dip Preparation: 1. Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) 2. Cut the sweet potato and carrots in wedges of at least 1cm thickness (roughly the size of your little finger) 3. Toss the slices or wedges in oil and spices so that oil is nicely coated. 4. Lay the wedges on a baking sheet/parchment paper. The wedges should be well separated. 5. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Every 10 minutes turn fries to ensure even baking. 6. Allow it cool over the rack for 5 minutes. 7...

Smoothies make a great breakfast.  They are highly nutritious, its quick and easy and can be made  "to go"!                           5-Minute Vegan Breakfast Smoothie Serves 1 1 cup almond milk 1 ripe banana, sliced 1 cup frozen fruit medley (favorite: strawberry, mango, pineapple, papaya) 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1-2 tablespoons chia seeds 1 teaspoon powdered ginger Combine the almond milk, banana, frozen fruit, coconut oil, chia seeds, and powdered ginger in a blender and purée until smooth. Pour into a glass and serve immediately. Recipe Notes If you have fresh ginger on hand, substitute the powdered with a half teaspoon of grated ginger root. Going Green Smoothie Makes about 6 1-cup servings 6 cups fresh baby spinach 1 1/2 cups fresh or drained canned pineapple chunks 3 cups green grapes 1 1/2 bananas 1 1/2 cups water 1 1/2 cups ice Combine all...