Helyn Dunn - Author - Center for Nutrition Studies https://nutritionstudies.org Food. Science. Health. Wed, 15 Jan 2025 15:07:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 Vegan Ricotta Stuffed Eggplant Stacks https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/main-dish/vegan-ricotta-stuffed-eggplant-stacks/ Thu, 09 Jan 2025 14:00:47 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=20994 This is a really fun dish to put together and even more fun to eat. Each person gets their own delicious stack of eggplant with vegan ricotta cheese.

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]]> Pasta With Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/main-dish/pasta-with-cauliflower-alfredo-sauce/ Mon, 01 May 2023 15:00:37 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=13168 It’s time to drown your pasta in some love. Cauliflower love that is.

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]]> Corn Johnny Cakes https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/breakfast/corn-johnny-cakes/ Mon, 01 May 2023 12:00:26 +0000 http://sage.nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=22888 What’s a “Johnnycake”? Historians think that “janiken,” a Native American word that means “corn cake,” could be the origin of the word.

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]]> Vegan Sweet Potato Pie With Chia Oat Crust https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/dessert/vegan-sweet-potato-pie-with-chia-oat-crust/ Thu, 13 Sep 2018 18:24:20 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=23336 This low fat, delicious, whole food crust is loaded with chia seeds—and it tastes like an oatmeal cookie. The sweet potatoes with a touch of nutmeg really shine through in this plant-based pie recipe.

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]]> Vegan Pumpkin French Toast https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/breakfast/vegan-pumpkin-french-toast/ Tue, 11 Sep 2018 19:33:14 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=23333 Sweet, aromatic and full of pumpkin plant-based goodness, this french toast recipe makes for a perfect autumnal breakfast.

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]]> Goji Chia Pancakes https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/breakfast/goji-chia-pancakes/ Tue, 21 Aug 2018 15:33:06 +0000 http://sage.nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=22971 These are nutrient-dense pancakes. They’re not light and fluffy. But they’re not pasty, dry or hard either. They’re yummy!

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]]> Raw Emerald Kale Soup https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/soup/raw-emerald-kale-soup/ Thu, 31 May 2018 15:08:32 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=21028 Enjoy this light and fresh chilled soup for a refreshing spring or summer meal.

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]]> Vegan Blueberry Loaded Muffins https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/dessert/vegan-blueberry-loaded-muffins/ Fri, 27 Apr 2018 17:59:03 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=20987 These adorable muffins are so moist, soft, and stuffed full of sweet blueberries.

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]]> Buckwheat Chia Pizza Crust With Nut Cheese https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/main-dish/buckwheat-chia-pizza-crust-nut-cheese/ Wed, 24 Jan 2018 21:41:11 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=19274 Do you love chia seeds? If you do then this simple crust will knock your socks off! Nutty, grain-free buckwheat combined with the A+ nutrient profile of chia seeds makes this crust a winner. Top it with whatever your pizza-loving heart desires. I used baby kale, beets, caramelized onion, black olives, and macadamia “cheese.”

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]]> Cheezy Baked Tofu Cubes https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/appetizer/cheezy-baked-tofu-cubes/ Wed, 24 Jan 2018 17:13:56 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=19271 Want a wonderfully different, healthy and tasty appetizer to please a vegan crowd? Try these! They have a great texture and are super easy to make.

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]]> Whole Food, Plant-Based Pecan Pie https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/dessert/classic-pecan-pie/ Tue, 22 Nov 2016 20:35:48 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=13465 Pecan pie is such a popular holiday dessert that I just had to create a healthy one. This pie is so deliciously decadent, not overly sweet, but definitely sweet enough and made from whole foods.

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]]> Pressure Cooker Split Pea Soup https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/soup/pressure-cooker-split-pea-soup/ Thu, 03 Nov 2016 14:38:41 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=13172 This simple and delicious soup can also be made in a slow cooker or on the stove top.

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]]> Lentil Butternut Squash Shepherd’s Pie https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/main-dish/lentil-butternut-squash-shepherds-pie/ Wed, 19 Oct 2016 16:31:26 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=13145 Hold onto your tastebuds! Because this casserole is just loaded with flavor. And the best part about it? It is SO EASY to make and has very few ingredients.

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]]> Vegan Breakfast Sausages With Apples & Shiitakes https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/sides/vegan-breakfast-sausages-apples-shiitakes/ Wed, 19 Oct 2016 16:30:16 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=13162 The addition of soy curls helps a lot with the consistency. I know they’re not easy to find in stores but they’re available online and are reasonably priced.

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]]> Tomato Rasam https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/soup/tomato-rasam/ Wed, 19 Oct 2016 16:29:41 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=13170 Rasam is a South Indian soup, traditionally prepared using tamarind juice as a base, with tomato, chili pepper, black pepper, cumin and other spices.

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]]> Blueberry Grape Chia Seed Jam https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/dip-spread/blueberry-grape-chia-seed-jam/ Thu, 06 Oct 2016 18:02:07 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=13147 A nutrient-rich refrigerator jam without any added sweeteners!

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]]> Vegan Mongolian Beef https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/main-dish/vegan-mongolian-beef/ Thu, 06 Oct 2016 18:01:17 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=13160 This Mongolian “Beef” will make you swoon!

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]]> Vegan Cheesecake https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/dessert/vegan-cheesecake/ Thu, 06 Oct 2016 18:00:47 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=13174 This dessert is sweetened with dates and no oil is needed. You can double the ingredients for a full sized version. Just increase the baking time by 10-15 minutes.

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]]> Mushroom & Onion Tart With Brown Rice Crust https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/main-dish/mushroom-onion-tart-brown-rice-crust/ Fri, 30 Sep 2016 18:54:37 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=13155 A layer of a mushrooms, covered with tender, sweet, caramelized onions and baked with a creamy filling in a whole grain crust.

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]]> Carrot Ginger Dressing https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/sauce/carrot-ginger-dressing/ Fri, 30 Sep 2016 18:53:38 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=13164 All you need to make this dressing is a blender or a food processor and some fresh, easy to find ingredients.

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]]> Low-fat Vegan Cheddar Cheese Sauce https://nutritionstudies.org/recipes/sauce/low-fat-vegan-cheddar-cheese-sauce/ Tue, 27 Sep 2016 15:13:58 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?post_type=cns_recipe&p=13166 This sauce tastes so much like aged cheddar cheese it will blow you away!

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