plant-based

Sweet Apple & Parsnip Soup

Hot, sweet and aromatic Apple & Parsnip Soup is just perfect for when your stomach is longing for something warm & nourishing. Right now, in February, I often feel that way.
I have to admit it now. Winter isn’t my season. At all.
Once the Christmas season is over and the little snow has melted away, unfortunately there isn’t that much left over that could sweeten this gray, wet, cold season. Please tell me that you know what I mean . . .
And that’s exactly where a sweet, light & warming soup comes in handy . . .

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Epic Vegan Snack Platter

This Epic Vegan Snack Platter is really all you need for a perfectly cozy evening on the couch. Well, maybe apart from cuddly pillows, a good movie & good friends. 🙂
And the best part?
The creamy chocolate dip!!! Naturally . . . 😅

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How to make Vegan Turmeric Grissini

What’s the one thing that must not be missing on any movie night (apart from an engrossing movie obviously)??
Well, tasty crunchy nibbles, of course!
Like my vegan turmeric grissini. You guys, these little bread sticks are so much better than any boring fatty old crisps. 
They are spicy, super crispy, quick & easy to make and good for you, too.
Find out why here . . .

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Fresh & easy Potato Salad

Today, I’ll share a typical German recipe with you: potato salad it is.
This salad was fairly common on our table at home when I was a little girl.
My dad comes from Swabia and his love for Swabian food is still going strong today. We regularly had Maultaschen (some kind of ravioli), Spaetzle, Gaisburger Marsch (a soup) and potato salad. I’ve always loved my dad’s salad because . . .

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Vegan Sweet Dumplings

Today is one of those winter days when my soul needs Vegan Sweet Dumplings (or Buchteln in german 🙂). They are fluffy, soft, vanilla-scented, slightly sweet dough balls with a golden-brown crust. Oh yes . . . my stomach starts growling already, just thinking about it. 😅 Yours, too? Then jump on over to the recipe . . .

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Green Detox Smoothie

Today’s smoothie is not just green & healthy. It has much more to offer. It’s a detox smoothie. This means that it helps your body to get rid of over time stored toxins. You will feel lighter and have more energy. The ingredients for the detox smoothie are all small health boosters in themselves. Together they make a real powerhouse though. Perfect for a healthy new year’s start, with a lot of energy and motivation. Let’s go . . .

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