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Beet Blue Cheese Dressing

This vegan blue cheese dressing will CHANGE YOUR LIFE.

Not only is this stuff great on salads, but it's amazing when used as a dipping sauce for fries or vegan wings.

The possibilities are endless you guys!

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 BEET BLUE CHEESE DRESSING RECIPE

(makes ~ 2 cups)

INGREDIENTS:

1/2 c. tahini
1/2 c. beet juice (from canned or jarred beets)
1 tbsp. ume plum vinegar
1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
1 tsp. miso
2 tbsp. nutritional yeast
3 tbsp. whole dijon mustard
1 tsp. Everything But The Bagel Seasoning*
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. onion powder
1/4 tsp. Bragg's Liquid Aminos (optional)
1/4 tsp. black pepper

*from Trader Joe's

DIRECTIONS:

1. Add everything to a large bowl and use a whisk to mix well.

2. Adjust everything to suit YOUR taste buds and enjoy!

NOTE: This will last about 5-7 days in the fridge.

Now, go put this on EVERYTHING. And let me know what you think! 

Love you guys! 

xx Kristen

 

⬇ STUFF I MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO ⬇

Crispy Oil-Free Fries: https://youtu.be/leB3qDy19C0

What Is Tahini? (And How To Use It): https://youtu.be/yVQ4gbYf-NI

Artisana Tahini: https://goo.gl/SfBRVf

Ume Plum Vinegar: https://goo.gl/4ziW5p

Bragg's Liquid Aminos: https://goo.gl/cVu2xq

Violife Feta: https://goo.gl/61ShGZ

CHOCOLATE ZOATS (aka Zucchini Oats)

OMG. These zoats are my new fave! 

They're vegan, they're delicious, and they're packed FULL of nutrients.

They straight-up taste like brownie batter and I LOVE it!

 

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- CHOCOLATE ZOATS -

Ingredients:

1/4 c. non-dairy milk

1 tbsp. chia seeds

2 dates, pitted and chopped

1/2 of a small zucchini, grated

1 small banana, mashed

1 c. water or non-dairy milk, add more as needed

1/3 c. oats

2 tbsp. cacao (or cocoa) powder (add more if you want it super chocolatey)

1/4 tsp. cinnamon

1 tbsp. maca powder (optional)

Topping Ideas:

fresh or frozen fruit
nut or seed butter
hemp seeds
walnuts
coconut shreds
cocoa or cacao nibs
your fave non-dairy milk

Directions:

1. Whisk together 1/4 c. of non-dairy milk and the chia seeds and set aside to thicken up.

2. To a pot on medium-high heat, add 1 c. of water (or non-dairy milk), the chopped dates, and the grated zucchini. Bring to a low boil.

3. Once boiling, stir in the oats, turn the heat down to med-low, cover and cook until the oats are done - usually around 5 - 7 minutes. FYI: This will depend on the type of oats you're using.

4.Turn the heat down to low and add in the cacao powder, mashed banana, cinnamon, maca powder, and the chia seed mixture you set aside earlier. Mix well, adding in more water or non-dairy milk if needed.

5. Cook for another minute or so on low heat to let everything come together and get all nice and yummy.

6. Top with your desired toppings and enjoy!

xo Kristen
 

Easy Vegan Sour Cream

If you're looking for a delicious and super-easy vegan sour cream recipe then look no further!

This stuff is #LegitneySpears.

Use it however you would 'normal' sour cream!

Nachos, burritos, tacos...you name it.

It's 150% DELISH!
 

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- EASY VEGAN SOUR CREAM -

Ingredients:

- 1 cup raw cashews, soaked
- 1/2 - 3/4 c. water (as needed)
- 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1 - 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 - 1/2 tsp. salt (to taste)

Directions:

1. Drain and rinse your soaked cashews and add them to a blender with the rest of the ingredients

2. Blend until super smooth and creamy. This usually takes my Vitamix about 3-4 minutes total.

3. Make sure to scrape down the sides a few times throughout the blending process!

4. Adjust everything to taste.

5. Enjoy right away, or put it in the fridge for a few hours (overnight is best) to thicken up and get all sorts of delicious. Enjoy!

FYI: This will last in the fridge for about 5-7 days.

xo Kristen

Easy Overnight Oats

These Easy Overnight Oats are absolutely delicious.

They're perfect to take to school, or to work, or whatevs! 

I was skeptical about the whole overnight oat craze, but once I tried them, I was hooked.

We bring these with us EVERY single time we go camping too!

They're just the best.

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- EASY OVERNIGHT OATS - 

(makes 1 serving)

Ingredients:

- 1/2 c. oats

- 1 - 2 tbsp. chia seeds

- 3 chopped dates

- 1 tbsp. raisins

- 1/2 tsp. cinnamon

- 1 - 1 1/2 c. of your fave non-dairy milk

Easy Cashew Milk

Homemade Almond Milk

Directions:

1. Put all of the ingredients into a jar (or whatever you're going to store it in) and pop the lid on.

2. Shake the shit out of it until everything is mixed well. 

3. Place in the fridge for at least a few hours (overnight is best - hence the name 'Overnight Oats' hehe). 

4. Top the oats with your fave toppings (I love banana and walnut) and eat it!

Enjoy! 

xo Kristen