Vegan/Vegetarian Thread (discussion, recipes, laughs)

[Linus]

I'll give credit that I wasn't that creative to make it out of my own noggin'. The recipe comes from Victoria Boutenko's Green Smoothie Revolution (you can find her books here) She's a huge green smoothie advocate. Although I found some of her writing style odd (I don't how to explain it but it felt "preachy" I found the recipes worthwhile). The more I learn about raw vegan, the more it makes sense.

Now that said, I don't think I could do 100% raw vegan largely because of travel and such (I end up in some of the oddest places and plain salad non-stop in the winter can be a downer for me -- sometimes a good veggie soup does wonders). But aiming for any kind of raw vegan in one's diet is better than none IMO. I'm trying to get to 60-80% when at home and possibly, even on the road (especially in North America in the larger cities -- when I go overseas and such, it'll depend on the area).

[nycfem]

The more raw vegan the better. I couldn't agree more, and your information is very helpful. This thread helps me get out of my usual routine and learn new ways to live veg! Thanks!

Originally Posted by Linus

I'll give credit that I wasn't that creative to make it out of my own noggin'. The recipe comes from Victoria Boutenko's Green Smoothie Revolution (you can find her books here) She's a huge green smoothie advocate. Although I found some of her writing style odd (I don't how to explain it but it felt "preachy" I found the recipes worthwhile). The more I learn about raw vegan, the more it makes sense.

Now that said, I don't think I could do 100% raw vegan largely because of travel and such (I end up in some of the oddest places and plain salad non-stop in the winter can be a downer for me -- sometimes a good veggie soup does wonders). But aiming for any kind of raw vegan in one's diet is better than none IMO. I'm trying to get to 60-80% when at home and possibly, even on the road (especially in North America in the larger cities -- when I go overseas and such, it'll depend on the area).

[Greco]

I also posted this on my other fav thread "What are you having for dinner tonight?"

spinach

parsley

cilantro

ginger

celery

apple

lemon

delicious refreshing

This way of nourishing my body is compelling me to make other
changes as well. Coffee may be a thing of the past, it doesn't
taste as good anymore cigar smoking?

This weekend will be having green juices only no cooked food
I want to see and feel where this takes me not only physically
but emotionally, mentally, and spiritually as well.

So many changes within myself already
the green juices are enhancing my running
with my mind clearer my body lighter
I at times feel like I'm not running at all.

That's it for me this evening.

Have a great weekend everyone, Greco

[nycfem]

Wow, greco, please let us know how your green drink weekend goes! What a neat idea!

Which blender do you use to make your drinks (what kind)?

[2myladyblue]

I really want to thank all of you for keeping this thread hopping! With 2 little foster babies, I have very little spare time to get online & even less energy (so those green drinks have really piqued my interest!).
Also, I can hardly believe it's almost June & my baby will be going off to university this fall & I wonder & worry about how she will manage to eat a healthy vegetarian diet (as opposed to the junkfood vegetarian variety) from her dorm room.
Having all of you share your ideas, experiences & recipes has been tremendously helpful and inspiring.
Thank you!
-Blue

[Greco]

Blue,

I've made the decision to eat vegan very recently; your postings and
recipes, your enthusiasm has been immensely helpful in learning about
ingredients, cooking vegan etc thank you.

An idea for your daughter, a blender and /or juicer, combined w/tofu and
whatever other ingredients she enjoys. There are concentrated, organic,
vegan, freeze dried green veggie powders she can also add and nuts, and seeds.

Yes, the green juices are very powerful and I've found that my energy level
has increased tremendously.

This morning I'm having a smoothie of banana, spinach, pineapple, raspberries,
flax oil, and almonds. It is delicious and filling with a bit of crunch from the almonds.

Green juice for today: fennel just three stalks as its pretty intense in flavor,
green chard, celery, apple, and a bit of dill. Added some filtered H2O, froze half, will
have the rest today all day.

Blue, I find that these green juices especially have un-fogged my head, thing is I had
not been aware that I was fogged over to begin with as I do physical exercise, and
some intense processes for my work. Green juice is clearing my head, body, and heart.
Yes, don't mind being dramatic because it is dramatic, having fun with it.

Two babies, yes, green juice! kidding, really this is my experience and glad to
share it with you.

Have a great holiday, Greco (newbie vegan)

Originally Posted by 2myladyblue

I really want to thank all of you for keeping this thread hopping! With 2 little foster babies, I have very little spare time to get online & even less energy (so those green drinks have really piqued my interest!).
Also, I can hardly believe it's almost June & my baby will be going off to university this fall & I wonder & worry about how she will manage to eat a healthy vegetarian diet (as opposed to the junkfood vegetarian variety) from her dorm room.
Having all of you share your ideas, experiences & recipes has been tremendously helpful and inspiring.
Thank you!
-Blue

[2myladyblue]

Originally Posted by greco

Blue,
your postings and recipes, your enthusiasm has been immensely helpful in learning about ingredients, cooking vegan etc thank you.

That is very sweet & you are most welcome, Greco.

Originally Posted by greco

An idea for your daughter, a blender and /or juicer, combined w/tofu and
whatever other ingredients she enjoys. There are concentrated, organic,
vegan, freeze dried green veggie powders she can also add and nuts, and seeds.

*nods* If only they would allow her to have appliances in her dorm. I will be on the lookout for portable healthy veggie snacks over the next couple months....but there are only so many dried fruits, soynuts & granola bars a girl can eat. (Maybe I will just have to trust that she can look after her own needs...hmmm....)

Originally Posted by greco

...green juices...very powerful...energy level...un-fogged my head... physical exercise... clearing my head, body, and heart. ...this is my experience and glad to share it with you.
Greco (newbie vegan)

I believe you & trust me, you're not kidding...Two babies, yes, green juice!

I have to get off of this caffeine/sugar cycle... (excuse me while I panic at that thought...). I will definitely keep thinking about this...I might even dig out a blender & try a recipe or two.

In the meantime, I may have found some tidbits you & others might appreciate...see later posts.

-Blue

[Greco]

nycfembbw,

Well interestingly my blender gave out this am, thankfully after I made my
morning smoothie. It was a cheapie anyway and I knew I would have to
get a new one soon, same with juicer, but that one is still working.

So, will go out later and see what I can find for a new blender. I know it
must be a good one so it doesn't give out too soon.

Juice weekend is going fine. Hope you and yours have a good holiday
weekend.

Greco

Originally Posted by nycfembbw

Wow, greco, please let us know how your green drink weekend goes! What a neat idea!

Which blender do you use to make your drinks (what kind)?

[Nina]

I made quiona in my newly arrived fuzzy logic rice cooker...

I soaked it for 15 mins.

it cooked...But, I think I put in too much water as it is kind of gloppy..I'll do better next time...the Main Thing is that it's kind of bitter...I think I will/need to soak it longer...it's organic bulk multi colored from Rainbow...

I am happy the machine works...I think I can get it right...I just like getting it right the First Time...I tend to be unforgiving of My own human frailties

[Greco]

this is your basic in cooking quinoa youtube has recipes
for other ways to enjoy it

Greco