Category Archives: Lunch

Ratatouille Casserole by Bruno Albouze

z capture_27082014_102415Bruno Albouse says his recipes are the REAL DEAL.  His version of a Ratatouille is definitely the REAL DEAL.  His technique of placing the vegetables in a circular pattern makes his dish very visually appealing as well as delicious. Continue reading

Fajita Quesadillas by Roberto Martin

capture_26082014_120447In addition to demonstrating a delicious vegan fajita quesadillas recipe, Chef Roberto Martin shows a good technique for decorating a finished dish using a simple plastic storage bag.   He has wonderful knife skills.  I particularly the way he slices green onions.  I’m going to try to incorporate his techniques as I prepare this recipe for my friends. Continue reading

Stuffed Veggie Peppers by Sorted Food

capture_22082014_200912Here is another vegetarian classic, stuffed peppers as interpreted by Sorted Food.  This recipe features red peppers, balsamic rice, sun blushed tomatoes, olives, red onions, mozzarella cheese, spices and herbs. Continue reading

Stuffed Poblano Peppers by Danielle Ciminero

capture_23082014_171820This is a healthy recipe that can be used as an appetizer or an entree for brunch, lunch or dinner.  It includes several vegetables and quinoa in a poblano pepper.  It’s easy to make and can be combined with a nice salad or salsa for a delicious meal. Continue reading

Homemade Seitan Demo and Seitan with Kale and Squash – by Rebecca on the Hungry Nation channel

capture_23082014_172039Seitan is made from the protein in wheat flour after the starch is washed away. It has a meat like texture, and can be made with different tastes depending on the spices used in the mixture and the cooking technique and flavorings used to prepare it.

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How to make Quinoa Sushi Rolls by Leigh-Chantelle

blog 6 020313Do you need to make special sushi rice to make sushi rolls?  Not necessarily.  In this video, Leigh-Chantelle of Viva la Vegan shows how to make sushi rolls, or probably better called “nori rolls” with quinoa and brown rice instead of typical sushi rice. Continue reading

Thai Lettuce Wraps by Megan

blog 4 013113In this video, Megan demonstrates a simple recipe for making lettuce wraps with ground turkey.  The filling is made with bibb lettuce, shallots, a splash of olive oil for sauteing, garlic, ginger, jalapeno peppers, red bell pepper, cole slaw mix, scallions, and ground turkey.  She uses a Thai flavor sauce made from soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice and some oyster sauce. Continue reading