Directions: Scrub parsnips and carrots, but do not peel. Cut into large chunks. Sauté one medium onion in 1 tablespoon of water and one teaspoon of macadamia nut or extra virgin olive oil. Join sautéed onion with cut up parsnips and carrots, cover with water, and boil 30 minutes. Add a dash (a dash) of Celtic sea salt or tamari if permitted. Add a smidgen … [Read more...]
Boiled Vegetable Salad
Ingredients: Kale, sliced thin Chinese cabbage, sliced in thin diagonals Daikon radish, cut in thin matchsticks Scallions, cut into 3 inch lengths Directions: Bring a pot with 2-3 inches of water to a boil. Add Chinese cabbage first and cook for 45 seconds. Remove from pot and drain. Next add kale and cook for 60 seconds and drain. … [Read more...]
Vegetable Tofu Cream Cheese
Ingredients: *What are these foods? 1 pound fresh tofu* 2 1/4 teaspoon umeboshi paste* 1/2 teaspoon tahini* 1-1/2 tablespoons chopped scallion 1/2 stalk celery, minced 1/4 teaspoon parsley, chopped 1/2 medium carrot, grated Directions: Steam tofu in 2 inches of water in a pot with cover for 2 minutes. Remove immediately. Crumble tofu … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Seed Dressing
Ingredients: *What are these foods? 1 cup pumpkin seeds 1 teaspoon umeboshi paste* 2-3 teaspoons brown rice syrup* 1/2-1 cup water 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional) Directions: Dry roast pumpkin seeds in a skillet over high heat until they begin to pop. Then turn heat down to medium low and continue to stir until all the seeds are popped. … [Read more...]
Press Salad
Press salad is a wonderful way to enjoy raw vegetables without the bloating that too much toss salad or raw veggies, such as crudités, can produce. The pressing process (pickling) actually creates enzymes for better digestion. Umeboshi plum, which is pickled, neutralizes acids in the blood and is a natural antibiotic that strengthens the immune system. The following recipe … [Read more...]