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Saturday, November 2, 2024

Crackling Spinach on White



The crispy spinach appetizer is made even better with this Crackling Spinach on White sandwich, which is made without meat. When you bite into the sandwich, the crunchy spinach goes well with the creamy avocado, juicy tomato, and tangy red onion. It's great for a quick and filling lunch or dinner.

Ingredients:

  • 200g fresh spinach leaves
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 slices of your favorite vegan bread
  • 1 tablespoon vegan mayonnaise
  • 1 small avocado, sliced
  • 1 small tomato, sliced
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze optional

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375F 190C

Wash and thoroughly dry the spinach leaves

In a bowl, toss the spinach with cornstarch, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat

Add the coated spinach leaves to the skillet in batches, frying until crispy, about 2 minutes per batch

Remove and drain on paper towels

Toast the bread slices until golden brown

Spread vegan mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice

Top each bread slice with avocado slices, tomato slices, red onion slices, and the crispy spinach

Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired

Serve immediately and enjoy!


Friday, October 18, 2024

Creamy Balsamic Dressing Salad



This Creamy Balsamic Dressing Salad is a healthy and flavorful option for a light meal. The creamy dressing adds a delightful twist to your salad without the need for oil. It's quick to prepare and perfect for a refreshing lunch or side dish.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup roasted almonds, chopped
  • For the Creamy Balsamic Dressing:
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Mix the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and roasted almonds together in a large salad bowl

Whisk the Greek yogurt, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper together in a different bowl until everything is well mixed

The creamy balsamic dressing should be poured over the salad, and it should be gently mixed to cover everything

Serve your tasty, oil-free creamy balsamic dressing salad right away and enjoy it!


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