Healthy Chocolate Cake

A healthier alternative, this chocolate cake tastes amazing and has 

an extra kick of flavor. I definitely recommend trying to vegan recipe out.

Ingredients:

2 cups flour

3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tsp baking soda

1 tsp salt

1 cup chocolate chips

1 1/2 cup sugar

1/2 cup applesauce

1/2 cup almond butter

1 1/2 tbsp pure vanilla extract

1 1/2 cup almond milk

Instructions:

1. Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.

2. In a separate bowl, stir together the applesauce, almond butter, 

almond milk. And vanilla extract.

3. Combine the mixtures and stir in the chocolate chips.

4. Pour into two greased 8 inch pans. Bake at 350 F for 25 minutes.

Zero-Waste Carrot Soup

This zero-waste carrot soup is not only environmentally friendly,

but tastes amazing and is a perfect dinner staple. It is affordable

and vegan!

Ingredients:

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp flour

1 cup almond milk

2 cup vegetable broth**

3 cups chopped carrots (skin on)

Sprinkle of Thyme, Oregano, Salt, and Pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Whisk together the oil, flour, milk, and broth until it’s at a boil.

2. Boil the carrots until soft. Add spices.

3. Purée the soup with an immersion blender. Enjoy!

**using a homemade vegetable broth will make this zero-waste

Healthy Almond Butter Banana Bars

Perfect for a snack or addition to a balanced breakfast, these almond

butter banana bars are a delicious and nutritious treat! They’re super

simple to make and are vegan.

Ingredients:

1/4 cup olive oil

3/4 cup almond butter

1/4 cup ground flaxseed

2 smashed bananas

1 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

1 1/4 cup old fashioned oats

Instructions:

1. Mix together the olive oil, almond butter, flaxseed, and bananas.

2. Stir in baking powder, salt, and oats.

3. Pour batter into an 8 inch pan.

4. Bake for 25 minutes at 350 degrees F and allow to cool before enjoying.

Vegan Carrot Cake

For any fans of carrot cake, I definitely recommend trying this recipe.

It has a nice bit of spice to it that really compliments the carrot flavor.

Ingredients:

2 cups flour

1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

2 tsp cinnamon

1 tsp nutmeg

2 and 1/3 cups Grated Carrot

1 brown sugar

2 vegan egg substitutes

1/2 cup olive oil

1 tsp vanilla 

1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions:

1. Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and

nutmeg into a mixing bowl.

2. Add the grated carrot and the brown sugar.

3. Add the oil, vanilla, flax eggs, and apple cider vinegar.

4. Mix everything and let it sit for 5 minutes.

5. Bake at 350 F degrees for 30 minutes in 2 lightly greased cake pans.

Let the cakes cool before frosting and enjoying!

Quinoa Crumble Meat

This quinoa crumbled meat is a great substitute for so many traditional

dishes- lasagna, tacos, sandwiches, and more! Besides tasting incredible,

it is very realistic and a favorite addition to many meals according to

multiple meat eaters. I definitely recommend trying this!

Ingredients:

1 cup quinoa

1 cup vegetable broth

3/4 cup water

1/2 cup salsa

2 tsp cumin

2 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp each salt & pepper

1 Tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Over medium heat, toast rinsed quinoa for 4-5 minutes.

2. Add water and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.

3. Cook at low for 20 minutes and then rest for 10 minutes without heat.

4. Add cooked quinoa to a mixing bowl and add remaining ingredients.

5. Spread on a lightly greased baking sheet.

6. Bake for 30 minutes at 375 F degrees. Enjoy!