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Chocolate Chia Pudding

Do you remember tapioca as a kid? Well it was one of our favorites! When we stumbled upon chia pudding, it was life-changing. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a light snack, and so versatile, it’s a staple in our kitchen, and ready in under an hour. If you want it extra cold, chill in the fridge for two hours, or longer. Recipe from our Made With Love cookbook. Active time: 5 minutes Total time: 1-2 hours of refrigeration, to chill and thicken 2 cups chilled coconut milk or any non-dairy milk 8 tablespoons chia seeds 1 teaspoon vanilla bean powder or 1 tablespoon organic vanilla extract 5 tablespoons maple syrup OR 6 tablespoons yacon syrup 5 tablespoons raw cacao powder Pinch of sea salt In a small bowl, whisk the coconut milk, chia seeds, vanilla, syrup, cacao powder and sea salt. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Makes 4 servings Variations:…

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Lemon Basil Lasagna

This one takes a bit of time, but it’s worth it! Please note that some advance planning is needed as the cooked vegetables are best if they rest in the fridge overnight to drain. This is a great make-ahead dish when you’re feeding a crowd – the portions are generous! Active time: 90 minutes Total time: 10 hours, including overnight resting of veggies For the cheese sauce 3 cups raw cashews 2/3 cup vegetable stock 2/3 cup fresh lemon juice 1 1/3 cups nutritional yeast 4 teaspoons sea salt 4 tablespoons Dijon mustard 6 cloves garlic 4 cups basil leaves For the lasagna 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 ½ yellow onions, finely chopped 2 zucchini, chopped 1 ½ pounds crimini mushrooms, chopped 2 red peppers, chopped 1 cup spinach leaves, chopped 1 package (454 g) GF brown rice lasagna noodles 3 cups marinara sauce 1…

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Energy Boosting Green Smoothie

This is one of our favorite go-to smoothies. It’s loaded with vitamins and minerals. Substituting coconut water for regular water gives this — and you — a huge electrolyte blast. Great for beating that afternoon slump or replenishing after a workout! Active time: 5 minutes Total time: 5 minutes 2 cups coconut water 1/2 cup spinach ½ cup kale 2 frozen bananas, chopped into 1-inch pieces 2 Medjool dates, pitted 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 teaspoons flax seeds 2 teaspoons chia seeds 2 teaspoons hemp seeds In a heavy-duty blender, combine coconut water, spinach, kale, banana chunks, dates, ginger, cinnamon, flax, chia and hemp. Blend on high speed for about 1 minute or until smooth and creamy. Makes 2 servings Note: Chopping up ripe bananas and freezing them is the best way to achieve a delicious rich and creamy smoothie. (That’s our secret at Lettuce Love…

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Carrot Cake Smoothie

Also known as the “Bunny Smoothie” back in our Kindfood days. We always make our own fresh carrot and ginger juice – it’s so easy. Commercially prepared juices are pasteurized, which causes so much nutrient loss.  With the cinnamon and banana, this smoothie tastes like that classic dessert we can’t resist! Active time: 5 minutes Total time: 5 minute 2 large carrots, peeled 1-inch piece of ginger 1 cup almond milk ½ avocado 1 frozen banana, chopped into 1-inch pieces 1 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut Pinch of cinnamon In a juicing machine, juice the carrots and the ginger just before you make the smoothie. In a heavy-duty blender on high speed, blend 2/3 cup of the carrot/ginger juice with the milk, avocado, banana chunks, coconut and cinnamon until smooth. Serve immediately. Makes 2 servings Did you know? Pasteurization involves heating to kill any harmful bacteria. Unfortunately, the process also kills…

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