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Almond Butter and Strawberry Smoothie…

YIELD: 2 cups (1 Servings) PREP: 5 mins COOK: 2 mins READY IN: 7 mins Reminiscent of Peanut Butter and Jam, this smoothie is packed full of delicious, healthy fats, fruits and life-giving coconut water. So good. Ingredients 1 young Thai coconut flesh and water 1/2 cup homemade almond milk 1 cup strawberries frozen 1 tbsp raw almond butter 1 banana 1/2 tsp maca powder 1/2 cup ice cubes 1 tsp chia seeds Instructions Blend until smooth and creamy! COURSE: Breakfast SKILL LEVEL: Beginner

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Vadais – Lentil Chilli Patties….

YIELD: 16 Patties PREP: 10 mins COOK: 15 mins READY IN: 8 hrs 25 mins Crispy, tasty little Indian street snacks. You won't be able to stop at one. Ingredients 250 g red lentils (masoor dal) soaked in water for 8 hours 1 tsp cumin seeds 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp garam masala 1 onion diced 3 garlic cloves minced 2 red 'birds eye' chillis 1/2 cup corainder roughly chopped 1 tsp salt 2 tbsp coconut oil to cook with Instructions In a large bowl, cover the lentils in water and soak overnight. Drain the lentils through a colander, and pour into a blender. Add remaining ingredients and blend them until combined, and roll into small, palm sized balls In a large, non stick frying pan, heat up the coconut oil Lightly cook the Vadais until golden brown...

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Sweet Black Sticky Rice….

YIELD: 1 1/2 cups (2 Servings) PREP: 5 mins COOK: 1 hr 30 mins READY IN: 1 hr 35 mins Traditionally eaten in small amounts to improve the flow of liver 'Qi', which promotes calmness and keeps angry feelings at bay, this is a gorgeous way to begin your day. Ingredients 3 cups water 1/2 cup sweet black stick rice available in health food stores or asian grocers 1 medjool date chopped finely Instructions Add all ingredients to a medium sized pot Bring to a boil, then drop to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally for about 90 minutes, adding more water as needed Serve with coconut or almond milk, banana, and a sprinkling of black sesame seeds CUISINE: Japanese COURSE: Breakfast SKILL LEVEL: Beginner

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Layered Vegetable Bake…

YIELD: Serves 2-4 (2-4 Servings) PREP: 10 mins COOK: 1 hr 15 mins READY IN: 1 hr 25 mins Ingredients 2 Tsp Coconut Oil 1 Zucchini Sliced Finely, lengthways with a mandoline 1 Medium Eggplant Sliced As Above 1 Medium Sweet Potato Sliced As Above 5 Large Tomatoes Diced 1 Cup Water 1/2 Cup Fresh Basil 1 Garlic Clove Minced Pinch of Coconut Sugar Pinch of Salt and Fresh Pepper Vegan Cheese or Choice (Optional) Or My Creamy Cashew Cheeze Sauce Instructions Pre-heat oven to 180ºC Line a Kitchenware Direct Terrine Dish with baking paper Sprinkle the zucchini and eggplant with salt, and leave to sit for 15 minutes- this will soften them Rinse well then heat a non-stick pan Using the coconut oil, cook the sliced vegetables in small batches for about 3 minutes on each side...

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Sneaky Green Smoothie…

YIELD: 2 Servings PREP: 2 mins COOK: 5 mins READY IN: 7 mins Ingredients 600 ml Natural Raw C Coconut Water 1 Frozen Banana 1/2 cup Fresh Strawberries 1 cup Baby Spinach 1/2 Avocado 1/4 cup chopped cucumber 1 tsp chia seeds 1 tbsp power super foods Raw Cacao Powder 1 tbsp MicrOrganics green Superfoods powder  Instructions Blend until smooth and serve immediately COURSE: Breakfast SKILL LEVEL: Beginner

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