Vegan | Gluten-free

If you’ve been here for a while, you might have noticed that one of my favorite things to do is to veganize classic recipes. Which better recipe to start off the year of posts than with a veganized recipe? Get Super Bowl Sunday ready with these Vegan Jalapeño Poppers; the perfect finger food that is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! 

What are Jalapeño Poppers? It’s a super simple appetizer, made with fresh jalapenos that are sliced in half, filled with a rich creamy filling and topped with crispy panko topping. These are later baked until crisp and golden for the perfect game day spread!

Notes:

• To maintain this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free panko or breadcrumbs.
• The spice level can be adjusted; the only thing that makes jalapeños spicy is the seeds. If you remove all of the seeds the finished product won’t be spicy at all. If you want a bit of spice, try incorporating some of the seeds into the filling. 

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Vegan Jalapeño Poppers

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 40 minutes 40 minutes Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Ingredients

• ½ red onion, finely chopped
• ½ cup mixed bell peppers, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 oz vegan soy ground
• ¼ cup of water
• ½  cup vegan cheese shreds
• 6 oz vegan cream cheese
• ½ cup finely chopped cilantro
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional: cilantro or parsley
• 1 cup panko bread crumbs
• 3 tbsp melted vegan butter
• 8-10 large jalapeño peppers, halved lengthwise and seeds removed

Procedure

1. Preheat oven to 375 F degrees
2. Add avocado oil to a skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add red onion and garlic, bell peppers, and season with a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until onions are translucent, but not browned, about 5 minutes. Add soy ground, water, and cook until warmed through, about 8 minutes. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and cumin.
3. In a large bowl, combine cooked soy ground, shredded vegan cheese, vegan cream cheese, and parsley. Mix to combine thoroughly. Add salt and pepper if needed. Set aside.
4. Combine bread crumbs and melted butter in a separate bowl. Mix to combine. Set aside.
5. Cut jalapeños in half, remove the seeds, fill each half with about 1 tablespoon of the ground/cheese mixture, and top with 2 teaspoons of bread crumbs. Place the jalapeños on a parchment paper-lined baking tray.
6. Bake until the cheese is bubbly and the breadcrumbs are golden-brown and crispy for about 20 minutes.
7. Garnish with fresh green onions and vegan bacon bits.
8. Enjoy!

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Vegan | Gluten-free

#VeganizedPuertoRican is BACK! In the USA, people usually slater buffalo sauce in their chicken dip and call it a day. We don’t do that here, in Puerto Rico is all about the herbs & spices. I grew up seeing this dip at family gatherings, parties, school/university activities, beach days & work events. I used to love it so much that when I went vegan, my mom made a version with soy ground. Little did we know, that jackfruit would do the trick to make it fully authentic. This Vegan Chicken Dip is nothing but delicious1

This appetizer is traditionally made with chicken (obvs!), cream cheese, garlic, onion, parsley & red bell pepper. With only two ingredients being non-vegan, it ended up being super easy to veganize.

Just swap out the chicken for jackfruit & the cream cheese for vegan cream cheese!

Here’s how I make the Vegan Chicken Dip:

This is a video done in collaboration with 623 Foodie Studio, see it here.

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Vegan Chicken Dip

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Serves: 4-6 Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cooking Time: 10 Minutes 10 Minutes Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Ingredients

• 1 (15 oz) can or 2 cups of jackfruit, drained & rinsed
• ¾  cup vegan cream cheese, softened
• ½ red bell pepper, chopped
• ½ cup white or red onion, chopped
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tbsp nutritional yeast
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Splash of white vinegar (or ½ lemon juice)
• A handful of parsley flakes

Procedure

1. Drain jackfruit, rinse well & place in water for about 20 minutes. This allows the jackfruit to soften up & release any brine that’s left from the can.
2. Drain jackfruit, and remove seeds. Set jackfruit aside.
3. To a food processor, add the vegan cream cheese, red bell pepper, garlic powder, nutritional yeast, and salt & pepper. Blend until the bell pepper is completely combined.
4. Blend in the jackfruit, chopped onion & parsley.
5. Serve with multi-grain chips, carrot, or celery sticks, and ENJOY!

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Vegan | Gluten-free | Soy-free 

I’m often asked what I pack for lunch when I meal prep. My answer? Portable and easy meals! Always go simple, with minimal meals that are easy to carry when you’re on the go. Today, I bring you a classic: Garden Chickpea Salad. You can have this with some multigrain chips, or as my favorite, a sandwich; this is essential for heading off to school or work for the day.

This Garden Chickpea Salad is an easy, satisfying, and delicious vegan alternative to the usual non-vegan sandwich fillers. It’s so refreshing and flavorful, that it puts every tuna or chicken salad ever made put to shame.

With easy to find (& grow) ingredients, you can make an entire week worth of lunch for just under $10 in just 15 minutes! However, this Garden Chickpea Salad offers endless possibilities; you can easily customize this recipe by using other veggies, herbs & spices, and dare I say berries (?), that you might already have in your kitchen.

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Garden Chickpea Salad

Rating: 5.0/5

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Serves: 2 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 5 Minutes 5 Minutes Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cup Chickpeas, rinsed & drained
• ½ cup shredded carrot
• 2 stalks celery, finely diced
• ½ red onion, finely diced
• ½ cup bell peppers, chopped
• ½ cucumber, chopped & seeded
• ¼ cup Vegan Mayo (I used Just Mayo)
• Juice of ½ lemon
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• Garlic powder, onion powder, & paprika, to taste

Procedure

1. Drain and rinse your chickpeas and add them to a large bowl. Roughly mash the chickpeas with a potato masher or fork. I like to leave some chunks of the chickpeas in there.
2. Add the carrot, celery, onion, bell peppers & cucumber and mix well. NOTE: remember to remove the center of the cucumber (seeds & gooey part), otherwise after a couple of days there will be some liquid in your salad.
3. Mix in the vegan mayo, as well as the herbs, spices & lemon juice.
4. Serve with some multigrain chips or as a sandwich, and ENJOY!

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Vegan | Gluten-free | Soy-free

Brownie Batter for breakfast? Yes, please!

Recipes for overnight oats are all over Pinterest!  They all look so good, but it became necessary for me to create my own chocolaty recipe. Plus with juggling grad school, work and my internship, weekday breakfasts can be rough. Breakfast to-go & rush out the door.

So what I do is, I prepare a huge bowl of them on Meal Prep Sunday’s, and have it for through the week. It’s amazing, and I even got my mom on the bandwagon.

Prepare this oatmeal and let it rest throughout the night; You’ll be waking up with a breakfast dessert! The best part? There’s no need to cook and has simple ingredients such as: cacao powder, oatmeal, and plant-based milk. Serve with bananas, peanut butter and/or chocolate chips, to add more decadence. Obviously, this recipe is for 1 serving, but you can easily quadruple it to have a bigger serving.  

*this recipe was originally published on Poliniza’s Blog in spanish, click here to see.

Brownie Batter Overnight Oats

Ingredients:

• ½ cup of oatmeal
• ¾ cup of plant-based milk of choice
• 1 tablespoon of chia seeds
• ⅓ cup of raw cacao powder
• Preferred sweetener (to taste): date syrup, maple syrup or agave nectar
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon of salt

Process:

1. Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix well with a spoon.
2. Refrigerate in a glass container or container with lid, and place in the refrigerator overnight.
3. Serve with bananas, berries, peanut butter and/or chocolate chips, and enjoy!

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Vegan | Gluten-free | Soy-free

It’s no secret that I’m a coffee lover, but I also don’t mind a good tea every now and then. Especially these last couple of days that have been so warm here, coffee is a no-go. Plus, St. Patricks Day is just around the corner, which gave me the perfect opportunity to make a green recipe!

Sometimes I go through these weird phases where my body just doesn’t want coffee. When that happens, I start my day off with my homemade, matcha that I can bring to work; on my off days, I treat myself to iced matcha. It’s so amazing because it gives you energy, speeds up your metabolism and even helps relieve anxiety. I love it because it keeps me energized all day long without the afternoon crash. It’s also super simple and only takes a couple of minutes to make.

Facts & Benefits of Matcha:

• One serving of matcha tea is the nutritional equivalent of 10 cups of regularly brewed green tea
• Boosts metabolism and burns calories
• Matcha powdered green tea has 137 times more antioxidants than regularly brewed green tea.
• Calms the mind and relaxes the body, yet it enhances mood and aid in concentration
• Detoxifies effectively and naturally

What kind of matcha am I using? Lately, I’ve been loving Karibe Kombucha’s Matcha Powder Brain Boost; which was gifted to me by one of my coworkers. However, here are some other brands that I love:

• Haru No Ko Matcha
• The Matcha Reserve
• DōMatcha

Notes:

• For this recipe and immersion blender works best.
• Want to make this faster? Skip all of the steps, add everything to a blender, and you’ll have a frappe.
• Cocktail? Instead of milk, use Almond Milk Irish Cream!

Recipe: Mint & Rosemary Iced Matcha

Ingredients:

• 2 tsp matcha
• 8 oz water
• 8 oz plant-based milk of choice
• Sweetener of choice, to taste
• Fresh rosemary
• Fresh mint
• Ice

Procedure:

1. Boil the water, with the rosemary & mint, to make tea.
2. Strain the tea, set herbs aside.
3. Using a whisk, a blender or immersion blender, mix the matcha with the hot water until there are no more dry lumps.
4. To the matcha mix, add your sweetener of choice. Set aside and allow to cool.
5. Using a whisk, a blender or immersion blender, froth the milk until foam starts to appear.
6. Add ice to a glass, and pour over the matcha, followed by the milk.
7. Garnish with herbs, enjoy!

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To carry out a healthy and balanced diet in all the senses is a very feasible reality for the vegan people. This balance comes together with the combination of nutrients, especially three macronutrients, one of them being Protein. Believe it or not, Vegans and Vegetarians are still under fire from the protein hype, due to the common misconception that protein is only obtainable from animals. Thankfully, this view is becoming increasingly outdated, but people still have questions about plant-based protein sources.

What’s protein?

Protein needs little to no introduction. You likely already know it as one of the three major macronutrients that make up your diet (the other two being fat and carbohydrates).

Pro·tein /ˈprōˌtēn/

noun

1. any of a class of nitrogenous organic compounds that consist of large molecules composed of one or more long chains of amino acids and are an essential part of all living organisms, especially as structural components of body tissues such as muscle, hair, collagen, etc., and as enzymes and antibodies.

So basically, protein is considered the building block of life and is found in every cell of the body. Proteins play a role in:

• Transporting molecules throughout the body
• Helping repair cells and make new ones
• Protecting the body from viruses and bacteria
• Promoting proper growth and development in children, teenagers, and pregnant women

Information from: Everyday Health

How much protein do I need?

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recommend a daily protein intake of 0.8 grams of protein per kilo of body weight. About 60 grams of protein for a person who weighs 165 pounds. People aiming to build muscle, pregnant or nursing women, and older adults may need more protein consumption; consult with your health specialist.

Plant-based protein vs. Animal protein

Plant-based protein has been shown to be much more beneficial to the body than animal protein. This is because it also contains healthy combinations with carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it the “package deal” of foods.

Animal protein, on the other hand, lacks of fiber, is high in fat and cholesterol, which leads to poor digestive health, weight gain, and cardiovascular disease. Animal protein also comes with an increased cancer risk due to their higher proportions of essential amino acids which causes our bodies to produce higher levels of the hormone insulin-like growth factor, leading to cancer growth. One of the proteins found in dairy, casein, is also strongly linked to several types of cancer.

So as you can see, animals are not the best sources of protein. On the other hand, there are so many plant-based meats, milks and other foods derived from plants that are high in protein, incredibly delicious and so healthy that you will not even want to eat animals, eggs or milk.

“Where can I get my protein?”

There is protein in almost everything. For example, a boring bagel has 10 grams of protein, seriously, google it! Vegans and Vegetarians don’t need to worry about where they’re getting their protein or whether they’re getting enough because it can be found in every single whole plant food. Yep, that’s right; even those fruits and veggies you’re eating contain some grams of protein.

Grains and legumes are good sources of proteins of vegetable origin. Seitan, made with wheat gluten contains more protein per gram than beef and pork. The same happens with other foods rich in plant proteins such as tempeh and tofu.

Retrieved from: https://www.arespectfullife.com/2017/08/11/vegan-fit/

Types of plant-based protein:

1. Soy (in its different forms): Whole soy products are among the richest sources of protein in a plant-based diet. These are products also contain good levels of calcium and iron, which makes them healthful substitutes for dairy products. The protein content varies with how the soy is prepared:
   • Edamame beans (immature soybeans) can contain 8g of protein per ½ cup
   • Firm tofu (soybean curds) can contain about 10g of protein per ½ cup
   • Tempeh can contain about 15g of protein per ½ cup
2. Seitan: A complete protein made from mixing wheat gluten with various spices. The high gluten content means that it should be avoided by people with gluten intolerance.
3. Grains & Legumes:
   • Legumes: They can contain plenty of protein, fiber, and key nutrients, including iron and potassium, when cooked, they can contain 8g of protein per ½ cup.
   • Grains: are super versatile, some may contain around 7g per ½ cup.
   • Quinoa: Surprisingly enough, quinoa is a grain with high protein content, when cooked, it can contain 8g of protein per cup.
4. Nuts & Seeds:
   • Peanuts: They’re protein-rich, full of healthful fats, and may improve heart health. They contain around 20g of protein per ½ cup.
   • Almonds: They offer 16g of protein per ½ cup, and a good amount of vitamin E, which is great for the skin and eyes.
   • Walnuts: These offer about 15g of protein per ½ cup, and full of healthy fats & fiber.
   • Cashews: You’ll get roughly 18g of protein per ½ cup of cashews, as well as magnesium, potassium, iron, and zinc.

   • Chia seeds: These are a complete source of protein that contains 2g of protein per tablespoon, they’re also rich in fiber and heart-healthy with Omega-3 fatty acids.
   • Hemp seeds: Similarly to chia seeds, hemp seeds are a complete protein. They offer 5g of protein per tablespoon.
   • Nut butters are also rich in protein with 8g per tablespoon, depending on which nut butter.
5. Leafy greens: Many dark-colored, leafy greens. Eaten alone, these foods are not enough to meet daily protein requirements, but when combined with other protein-rich foods.
   • Broccoli: a single stalk of broccoli contains about 4g of protein
   • Spinach:
   • Kale offers 2g of protein per cup
6. Mushrooms: 5 medium mushrooms offer 3g of protein
7. Potatoes: A large potato offers 8g of protein per serving, they’re also high in other nutrients, such as potassium and vitamin C.
8. Spirulina: This is blue or green algae that contain about 8g of protein per 2 tablespoons. It is also rich in nutrients, such as iron, B vitamins like B12.
9. Bread: Ezekiel Bread is a nutrient-dense alternative to traditional bread that offers 4g of protein per slice. It is made from barley, wheat, lentils, millet, and spelt.

Information retrieved from Healthline

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Vegan | Gluten-free | Soy-free

Welcome to March! This months topic is… drumroll, please… Plant-based Protein!

And before you say “SNOOZE FEST”, protein is still, believe it or not, a very controversial topic in 2019. Why you may ask? Well because apparently Google does not exist, and most people still believe that the human suggested protein intake is a billion grams per day when in reality it’s just about 56g. Also, there’s a lot of misinformation out there about where you can find plant-based protein and the different types, as part of this months topic.

Let’s get on to this recipe!

Here’s another Veganized Puerto Rican: Vegan Chicharrones de Pollo (improper translation: chicken chicharrones???) HOW IS THAT POSSIBLE??? We’ll get into that in a sec.

I have come to the conclusion that the definition of comfort food is vegan junk food; fried, full of flour, and salty! All within balance Also, that jackfruit is the BOMB for veganizing Puerto Rican food, which is why it has become a staple in my kitchen.

Here’s another Veganized Puerto Rican for you: Vegan Chicharrones de Pollo. But, what are Chicharrones de Pollo? Basically, crispy fried chicken bites, that are very popular in Puerto Rico, you can find them anywhere where traditional food is served. So how do we veganized this? With Jackfruit of course!

Just like in my Vegan Bacalaitos recipe, it’s all about the marinade; this is what’s going to give it the “chicken” flavor. And the crispness comes from the batter. At the beginning of the post I was talking about types of vegan protein, so I decided to incorporate Chickpea flour to the batter as a form of adding protein to this recipe! Also, Chickpea flour combined with gluten-free bread crumbs makes this recipe completely gluten-free.

411 on Chickpea Flour

Chickpea flour, also known as garbanzo bean flour or besan, is made from ground, dried chickpeas. Unlike all-purpose flour, chickpea flour is high in protein, fiber and micronutrients, while being low in carbohydrates and calories. Half a cup of chickpea flour can contain 11 grams of protein, 5 grams of fiber, and nutrients like iron, magnesium, and zinc.

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These go well with tons of sauces: hot sauce, bbq sauce, mustard, ketchup, you name it! But I decided to go the traditional route and make mayoketchup, using vegan mayo of course. Also, pair these up with some fried plantains, tostones de pana, or even better mofongo!

Notes:

• If you don’t have a gluten-free restriction, or can’t find gluten-free panko crumbs, you can use regular vegan-friendly panko. Works just as well.
• Also, you can use regular flour, but you’ll take away the protein portion of the recipe.
• You can make this recipe two ways: fried or baked. I went ahead and tried both of these methods out for you, and to be honest, the fried version is so much better and crispy.

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Vegan Chicharrones de Pollo

Rating: 4.3/5

( 10 voted )

Serves: 1-2 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 40 minutes 40 minutes Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Ingredients

• 2 cans young green jackfruit in brine, rinsed
• vegetable oil, for frying

Seasoning:

• ½ tbsp smoked paprika
• ½ tbsp onion powder
• ½ tbsp garlic powder
• ½ tbsp parsley
• ½ tbsp cumin
• 1 tsp turmeric
• Salt & pepper to taste

Batter:

• 1 cup chickpea flour
• 1 cup plant-based milk of choice
• ½ tbsp onion powder
• ½ tbsp garlic powder
• ½ tbsp parsley
• Salt & pepper to taste

Crisp:

• 1 cup panko bread crumbs, gluten-free or regular

Mayoketchup:

• Equal parts of vegan mayo & ketchup
• 1 tbsp garlic, blended

 

Procedure

1. Preheat the oven to 350 F and line a baking tray with baking paper.
2. Drain and rinse the jackfruit, then slice each piece into bite-sized pieces and remove the seeds without breaking the pieces.
3. Then add to a mixing bowl along with all the ingredients for the seasoning and stir until fully combined.
4. Transfer the jackfruit to the lined baking tray and bake for 15 minutes, turning the jackfruit pieces halfway through.
5. Meanwhile, combine the batter ingredients in a separate mixing bowl until smooth and runny; you want pancake batter consistency. Set aside.
6. Next, add a few tablespoons of the panko bread crumbs.
7. Then place a frying pan on medium-high heat and pour enough vegetable oil in so that the oil is 1 cm deep. Once the jackfruit has finished baking, test the oil is hot enough by dropping a small amount of the batter into the pan. If it sizzles it is ready for the jackfruit.
8. Dip the jackfruit pieces in the batter, then roll in the panko until fully covered. Place in the hot oil and fry until crispy and golden brown on each side. Place on kitchen towel to soak up the oil.
9. Baking Instructions: Crank up the oven heat to 450 F. Line the baking tray with a new parchment paper. Drop the jackfruit in the batter and roll in the panko bread crumbs. Place on the baking tray, leaving space in between pieces. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Mayoketchup: add all ingredients in a small mixing bowl, and mix until fully combined.
11. Serve with your favorite side & dipping sauce, and enjoy!

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Vegan | Gluten-free | Soy-free

I’m a big fan of coconut treats, and this recipe ticks all the boxes: simple, few ingredients & cost effective. They’re not raw, but they don’t require any baking, and they come together with only 6 ingredients. Most importantly, they are intensely, supremely satisfying, seriously addictive and take minutes to whip up! Once you bite into these chewy coconut bars you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about!

Are these Coconut Bars healthy?

Amazingly, yes! They contain lots of good fats: desiccated coconut, coconut cream, coconut oil & nuts.

But what about the sugar?

For this recipe, I used date syrup, which is less sweet than agave, honey, or maple syrup. Its benefits include low-Glycemic index food, high fiber content, & 78% invert sugar. However, if you can’t find date sugar, natural maple syrup will work just fine.

Variations:

• Trade the macadamia nuts for cashews or almonds
• Cover the bars in chocolate to create vegan mound bars!
• Try adding dried berries to the mix: cranberries or goji berries

Keep them in the fridge and serve straight from there. They will stay fresh for a week (or even longer) when kept stored in a covered container, though let’s face it, they will never last that long!

Recipe: Macadamia-Coconut Bars

Ingredients:

• 2 cups shredded coconut (unsweetened)
• ½ cup raw macadamia nuts
• ½ cup raw cashews
• ⅓ cup coconut cream
• Optional: 4 tbsp coconut oil
• Optional: date, agave or maple syrup (to taste)

Procedure:

1. Blend all ingredients in a food processor.
2. Line 8×4 pan with parchment paper & press down coconut mix.
3. Place in the fridge for approximately 20 minutes and let set.
4. Remove from fridge & cut into bars.

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Vegan | Gluten-free | Soy-free

Grilling season approaches! And contrary to popular belief, there are tons of veggies that you can grill: brussel sprouts, asparagus, eggplants, avocados (!), and mushrooms. Which brings me to: have you ever heard of portobello steaks? Because that’s a thing!

Really? But the taste & the texture??? Luckily mushrooms are the type of vegetable that basically absorbs any flavor that you put into them. So, I decided to give them a try with all of the seasonings that my family used when they marinated steak when I was younger. I was blown away, everything was on point! Look, smell, taste & texture.

Notes:

• Big portobello mushrooms work best for this recipe.
• Want to grill them instead? Minimalist Baker has a great grilled recipe.
• Want to meal prep them? These will last, covered and refrigerated, for about 5 days.

sauteed potatoes with white onion, garlic & rosemary, red cabbage salad & portobello steaks with chimichurri. 

Recipe: Portobello Steaks

Ingredients

Mushrooms:

• 3-4 large portobello mushrooms (stems removed, wiped clean)
• ½ cup veggie broth
• ⅓  cup balsamic vinegar
• ¼  cup olive oil
• 2 tsps liquid smoke
• 1 tbsp liquid aminos (sub for: soy sauce or tamari)
• Spices to taste: salt, pepper, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika

Chimichurri:

• 1 ½  cups parsley (finely chopped // either kind will work, but flat leaf Italian parsley is best)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 shallot (minced)
• 3-4 tbsps olive oil (extra virgin when possible)
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• ½  tsp each sea salt and black pepper

Procedure:

1. Preheat oven to 400F.
2. Combine all of the mushroom ingredients to a bowl (except for the mushrooms) and whisk together to create the marinade.
3. Add mushrooms to a shallow baking pan, the bottom part facing down. Allow the mushrooms to have space in between them, don’t overcrowd the pan.
4. Pour the marinade over the mushrooms.
5. When the oven is preheated, bake the mushrooms for 20 minutes, uncovered. When done, flip them and bake for 10 more minutes.
6. Serve with your favorite sides, and enjoy!

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Welcome to February! This month’s theme? Ethical Beauty. One of my most requested set of posts is coming this month, so make sure to follow me on all accounts! For now, here are some products that fall into the Ethical Beauty category on Amazon.

All products mentioned in this post comply with one or all of the requirements for an ethical product: vegan, cruelty-free and/or eco-friendly.

• High-quality cruelty-free make up brush set:

• And an eco-friendly brush cleanser to keep them clean:

• A beautiful eye shadow palette that happens to be vegan & cruelty-free:

• A more cost-effective vegan & cruelty-free eye shadow palette, that happens to be a personal favorite:

• Beautiful lipstick range by NCLA with 11 colors to choose from:

• An amazing moisturizer that works on everyone’s skin!:

• A vegan & cruelty-free mascara that helps your lashes grow:

• All natural & vegan pink clay mask from Australia:

• This highlighter palette that happens to be vegan, cruelty-free & GLUTEN-FREE:

• This set of shower gels that manages to be a 3 in 1 deal- vegan, cruelty-free & eco-friendly- while being hypoallergenic & gluten-free:

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