{"id":371,"date":"2017-12-21T05:20:29","date_gmt":"2017-12-21T10:20:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/omstars.com\/blog\/?p=371"},"modified":"2023-02-20T17:07:24","modified_gmt":"2023-02-20T22:07:24","slug":"plant-based-christmas-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/omstars.com\/blog\/recipes\/plant-based-christmas-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"Plant-based recipes for the holiday season"},"content":{"rendered":"

Preparing a warm and delicious meal with family and loved ones this holiday season can be a wonderful time to reconnect, spend quality time together and to catch up on the year gone past. Although this time of year can one of indulgence, there are always ways to include healthy and equally scrumptious food options! Nourishing ourselves with consciousness made food during busy times can help to ensure we stay energized and balanced. We\u2019ve teamed up with the incredible Lee Holmes to offer you some amazing plant-based recipes for the upcoming holiday season!<\/p><\/span><\/p>\n

P<\/span>istachio Minted Cranberry Quinoa<\/span><\/p>\n

Serves 4-6<\/span><\/p>\n

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INGREDIENTS<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 1 zucchini (courgette), sliced<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 1 eggplant (aubergine), cut into bite-sized pieces<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 4 garlic cloves, whole<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 80 ml (21\/2 fl oz\/1\/3 cup) cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil, plus extra, for drizzling<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Celtic sea salt<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 270 g (91\/2 oz\/1 cup) cooked quinoa<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 juice of 2 lemons<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 1 bunch of mint, leaves only, plus extra, to serve<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 1 bunch of coriander (cilantro), leaves only, plus extra, to serve<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 1 pomegranate, seeds only<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 2 avocados, peeled, stones removed and sliced into wedges<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 4 small spring onions (scallions), chopped 125 g (41\/2 oz\/1 cup) slivered almonds<\/span><\/p>\n

METHOD<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n

Preheat the oven to 200\u00b0C (400\u00b0F\/Gas 6).<\/span><\/p>\n

Place the zucchini, eggplant and garlic on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and roast for about 35 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.<\/span><\/p>\n

Meanwhile, place the quinoa in a bowl with the lemon juice and zest and the olive oil. Combine well.<\/span><\/p>\n

Place in a salad bowl with all the other ingredients and serve topped with extra mint and coriander leaves.<\/span><\/p>\n

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K<\/span>ale, Strawberry and Avocado Salad with Speedy Jam Jar Dressing<\/span><\/p>\n

Serves 2-3<\/span><\/p>\n

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INGREDIENTS<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 1 bunch kale, choppe<\/span>d into slices<\/p>\n

\u2022 1 whole lemon
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\u2022 2 TBS Extra Virgin Olive Oil
\n<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Pinch of CelticSea Salt<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 1 Avocado Pitted<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 \u00bc cup pine nuts<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 1 cup strawberries washed and quartered<\/span><\/p>\n

Speedy Jam Jar Dressing
\n<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 \u00bc cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 2 TBS Apple Cider Vinegar
\n<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 1 tsp. sugar free mustard
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\u2022 \u00bd shallot, diced
\n<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Pinch Celtic Sea Salt
\n<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 1 TBS wheat free tamari<\/span><\/p>\n

METHOD<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

\u2022 In a large bowl place lemon juice and olive oil and stir then massage it into kale leaves adding a pinch or two of sea salt. Keep massaging until leaves are soft and dark green<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Add remaining ingredients and toss<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 To make the dressing whisk all ingredients together<\/span><\/p>\n

This recipe can be stored in the fridge in a covered container for up to 4 days.<\/span><\/p>\n

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L<\/span>ayered Quinoa Trifle Recipe<\/span><\/p>\n

Serves 4<\/span><\/p>\n

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Ingredients<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 100 g (31\/2 oz\/1\/2 cup) quinoa<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 1\/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 pinch of Celtic sea salt<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 60 ml (2 fl oz\/1\/4 cup) unsweetened almond milk<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 1\/2 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 6 drops stevia liquid, or 1 tablespoon rice malt syrup<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 1 tablespoon slivered almonds<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 2 bananas, sliced<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 130 g (43\/4 oz\/1\/2 cup) coconut\u00a0yoghurt<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 4 tablespoons coconut flakes 110 g (33\/4 oz\/1\/2 cup) mixed berries<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 1 teaspoon almond butter, melted<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 1 tablespoon chia seeds, for sprinkling<\/span><\/p>\n

Method<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Place the quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve. Rinse with cold running water for 2\u20133 minutes, moving the seeds around with your hand to ensure that the seeds are well rinsed and any residue is removed.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Bring 250 ml (9 fl oz\/1 cup) water to the boil in a large saucepan.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Add the quinoa, return to the boil, cover and reduce the heat to low for 12\u201315 minutes or until all the water has been absorbed.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Place the quinoa in a bowl and stir through the cinnamon and salt.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 In a saucepan over medium\u2013low heat, warm the almond milk for 3\u20134 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Stir in the vanilla and stevia or rice malt syrup.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Add a couple of spoons of quinoa to four glass jars, or glasses.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Mix through the almond milk and follow with layers of slivered almonds, banana slices, yoghurt, coconut flakes and berries. Repeat until the jars are full, with berries as the top layer.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Top with the melted almond butter and chia seeds.<\/span><\/p>\n

By Lee Holmes<\/p><\/p>\n

Follower her on instagram @leesupercharged\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

Check out Lee’s website superchargedfoods.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Check out more plant based recipes on our Wellness channel <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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