Plant-Strong!

We made it to Wednesday. Happy Hump Day! It's been so nice and sunny these last couple of days Jerry and I couldn't help but squeeze in some much needed yoga. The tennis court is one of our favorite places. We are like lizards sucking up the warmth from the ground. The sun beats on our skin, the breeze cools us off, the birds sing and life is good! 

To me, yoga is hard to beat. I've been practicing for about 6 + years and love it. At times more disciplined than others, but primarily just learning to be free and have fun with it. I think that may be the secret to life! 

Yoga has helped me find strength, flexibility and peace. It's helped me deal with stress, life issues and manage my weight. It's helped me grow and challenged me to be better than I was yesterday. It taught me that with practice, time and patience all things are possible.

Artistic Vegan - Chef 'n Yogini! That's me!

My plant-strong vegan powered husband!

 Veggie Power!!!

 Strength, flexibility and an open heart!

 100% plant based yogi power!

Taking a walk outside or doing one sun salutation is a great way to keep your blood flowing. Don't forget to breathe!

In good health and happiness,
Artistic Vegan

 

 

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Spicy Kale Quinoa Crustless Quiche

Today is National Quiche Lorraine Day so I thought what better way to honor it than with a homemade quiche. Growing up my parents always made quiche for special occasions. Every Christmas or Thanksgiving my mom and or dad would wake up early to prepare the meal and with it, a quiche! With the leftover crust my mom would make cinnamon rolls that were to die for!

After becoming vegan I thought my quiche days were over, well fear not! This is a homemade quiche that is soy free, oil free, gluten free, nut free, dairy free (no eggs or cheese) is packed with quinoa, herbs and fresh vegetables! 

A low calorie, intensely satisfying meal! I will definitely be making this again, I can't wait to explore variations!

 Take some Qunioa and grind to make a flour

Take some local organic fresh produce

 Combine the quinoa mixture and vegetables...looks funny but have faith!

 Try to wait as the aroma fills the entire house with glorious scents!

 And wallah! The most unbelievable quiche that is so good for your body!

YUM!

Ingredients:

• 4 cups loosely packed kale - de-stemmed and chopped
• 2 + tomatoes, chopped
• 1 jalapeno, chopped
• 1/2 large white onion, chopped (Red if you have it!)
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 6-10 cloves garlic, minced ( haha we love it, feel free to cut back )
• 1 avocado 
• 1/4 cup cilantro
• 2 cups quinoa flower
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• Salt (opt), pepper and red pepper flakes to taste
• 2 1/2 - 3 cups of water

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 475 degrees. Lightly oil a 9" spring loaf or cake pan. 
2. Prepare vegetables using 6 of the 10 garlic cloves and cilantro. (I chopped the kale and tomato with my knife, the balance in the food processor.) Place chopped vegetables in a large bowl, set aside. 
3. In blender combine the flower, spices and water. Blend until smooth and frothy.
4. Use a spoon to combine the quinoa mixture with the vegetables. Pour into prepped pan.
5. Bake for 40-50+ minutes until the top is brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
6. Allow to cool slightly, slice, garnish with an avocado and dig in!