Whole food, plant-based recipes
A “whole food, plant-based” way of eating involves focusing your diet on plant foods i.e. vegetables, fruits, beans, grains, nuts and seeds. Foods are eaten close to their natural state so are either not processed or are minimally processed thereby avoiding highly processed foods. My version of these recipes excludes oil with the rare exception of a “transitional” recipe since there are some diseases where it is likely best to avoid oil and there are pros/cons to each of the multiple oils on the market. I eat a whole food, plant-based vegan diet so my recipes do not include animal products. Regardless of the dietary pattern you choose to follow, adding more plant-based foods and avoiding highly processed foods is a good idea based on the science. Making a change, especially from the standard American diet, is not easy yet is worthwhile and does not require perfection. Small steps towards a healthier way of eating is better than no steps at all. Your taste buds and food preferences will change as your body is exposed to healthier food. I promise that you will find some amazingly delicious recipes here. Always discuss any major dietary changes with your medical provider. You can find a list of various plant-focused dietary patterns towards the bottom of my “Services” page, each with links so you can learn more about them.
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Examples of Dietary Patterns Which Focus on Plant-Based Foods
Baltic/Nordic
DASH
Esselstyn
Flexitarian
Greger
Health-Conscious American Omnivorous
Healthy Vegan
Healthy Vegetarian
Macrobiotic
McDougall
Mediterranean
Nutritarian
Ornish
PCRM (Physician’s Committee For Responsible Medicine)
Pescatarian
Plant-Based Paleo
Portfolio
Vegan Keto
Whole Food, Plant-Based
LEMON BLUEBERRY SCONES
They aren't exactly like traditional scone since lacking all the unhealthy fat but are fabulous nonetheless…
CREAMY SPINACH SAVORY BREAKFAST OATMEAL
I was happy to come across this super delicious, super easy, super fast recipe…
OATMEAL BREAKFAST MUFFINS
These muffins taste great, have no added sugar, and are really easy to prepare…
APPLE HEMP MUFFINS
Here is a surprisingly delicious muffin recipe that is sure to satisfy you and your family…
BADASS BANANA BREAD (ENGINE 2)
Banana bread and muffins are easy to make so are a great place to start if you are not used to baking…
CHOCOLATE AND FRUIT WAFFLE
If you are trying to get your children (or yourself) away from addicting, processed, sugary breakfasts and snacks, give this recipe a try. It’s quite delicious…
VEGAN BREAKFAST SAUSAGE
On a rainy morning a few years ago my vegan daughter and I decided to make breakfast together…
FLUFFY SWEET POTATO BREAKFAST BOWLS
Step out of your comfort zone and try having a sweet potato for breakfast…
SOUTHWEST TOFU SCRAMBLE
I have heard for years how delicious tofu scrambles are but had never had one until recently…
BLUEBERRY BANANA PANCAKES
Wild blueberries are very nutritious so I eat a handful most days…