The mayocoba, or Canary bean, was named after a small village in Mexico where it was “reinvented.” They have a unique flavor and it is said that they will not give the consumer the usual digestive reactions that other beans can give. They are yellow and the size of a pinto bean.
The international food aisle can be overwhelming, no? It’s hard enough to read the labels of food you normally buy, much less a list of ingredients you can’t pronounce. This Thai-inspired soup recipe meets you right in the middle, gently steering you toward more exotic flavors but with familiar ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.
So much more than a salad, this recipe is filled to the brim with nutrient-dense ingredients and packed full of bright flavor.
Quesadillas, another recipe you might have thought would become obsolete in your plant-based repertoire. Feel free to kick this recipe up a notch with some corn, mushrooms, and onions for a balanced lunch.
We first tasted these fajitas at a friend’s housewarming party. Meghan McKinney, the author of this recipe, served them to us on perfectly warmed corn tortillas and a little scoop of brown rice. Needless to say, they were a hit.
If you’re like me and have a primarily plant-based diet, Thai restaurants are probably near and dear to your heart. Why? Usually if not always, a large part of their menus are vegan! This curry recipe is as close to restaurant taste and quality as I’ve ever tasted. A must try. (Thanks to Sharon Cho for this recipe.)
Add tasty eggplant to your diabetes reversal regimen! Eggplant is very low in calories, high in fiber and has been found to be great for naturally managing blood sugar.
This isn’t just beans and rice, this is beans and rice with a kick!
Masala dishes like this one are popular in Northern India. In this recipe, chickpeas and cauliflower are simmered along with Indian spices like cumin and turmeric. Delicious over rice or scoop it up with naan.
