WHAT I EAT IN A WEEK VEGAN | Homemade Granola, BLT, Dubai Chocolate Sourdough?! 🍫& more
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The BLT sandwich originated in the United States in the early 20th century and has become a staple of American cuisine. It celebrates the simple yet delicious combination of crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, and ripe tomatoes, often enjoyed during summer when tomatoes are in season. Today, variations abound, with many adding ingredients like avocado or different spreads, but the classic BLT remains a beloved favorite.
Ingredients
- ●bacon
- ●lettuce
- ●tomato
- ●bread
- ●mayonnaise
- ●salt
- ●black pepper
Instructions
- 1Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, 6-8 minutes.
- 2Drain bacon on paper towels to remove excess grease.
- 3Toast bread slices until golden brown, 2-3 minutes per side.
- 4Spread mayonnaise on one side of each slice of toasted bread.
- 5Layer lettuce on one slice of bread, followed by tomato slices.
- 6Season tomato with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 7Add crispy bacon on top of the tomato layer.
- 8Top with the second slice of bread, mayonnaise side down.
- 9Cut sandwich in half diagonally for easier handling.
- 10Serve immediately with chips or pickles on the side.
Ingredient Alternatives
bacon
Healthier: turkey bacon
Cheaper: ham
Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while ham is often less expensive.
mayonnaise
Healthier: Greek yogurt
Cheaper: sour cream
Greek yogurt offers a healthier option with similar creaminess.
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Ingredients
- ●2 tsp matcha green tea powder
- ●1 cup hot water
- ●1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- ●1-2 tsp sweetener (honey, sugar, or maple syrup)
Instructions
- 1Sift the matcha powder into a bowl to remove any clumps.
- 2Add hot water (not boiling) to the matcha powder.
- 3Whisk the matcha and water together using a bamboo whisk or a frother until frothy and well combined.
- 4In a separate saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until warm (do not boil).
- 5If desired, froth the milk using a frother or whisk until it reaches your desired consistency.
- 6Add sweetener to the matcha mixture and stir to combine.
- 7Pour the frothed milk into the matcha mixture, holding back the foam with a spoon.
- 8Top with the remaining foam from the milk if desired.
- 9Serve immediately and enjoy your matcha latte.
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Ingredients
- ●1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- ●2 tsp matcha powder
- ●2 tbsp sweetener (sugar, honey, or agave)
- ●1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- ●1/4 cup heavy cream (optional for creaminess)
- ●Ice cubes
Instructions
- 1In a bowl, whisk together the matcha powder and sweetener until well combined.
- 2Add the milk and vanilla extract to the bowl and whisk until the matcha is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- 3If using heavy cream, in a separate bowl, whip the cream until soft peaks form.
- 4Gently fold the whipped cream into the matcha mixture for added creaminess, if desired.
- 5Fill a glass with ice cubes.
- 6Pour the matcha mixture over the ice, filling the glass about 3/4 full.
- 7Top with additional milk or cream if desired, and stir gently to combine.
- 8Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing matcha cold foam drink.
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Ingredients
- ●4 slices sourdough bread
- ●1/2 cup pistachio cream
- ●1/4 cup dark chocolate, melted
- ●1/4 cup chopped pistachios
- ●1 tbsp honey (optional)
- ●1/2 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- 1Toast the sourdough bread slices until golden brown.
- 2Spread a generous layer of pistachio cream on each slice of toasted sourdough.
- 3Drizzle melted dark chocolate over the pistachio cream on each slice.
- 4Sprinkle chopped pistachios on top of the chocolate drizzle.
- 5If desired, drizzle honey over the top for added sweetness.
- 6Finish with a light sprinkle of sea salt to enhance the flavors.
- 7Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious toast!
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●500g bread flour
- ●100g whole wheat flour
- ●350ml water
- ●150g sourdough starter
- ●10g salt
- ●50g mixed seeds (e.g., sunflower, pumpkin, sesame)
Instructions
- 1In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread flour and whole wheat flour.
- 2Add the sourdough starter and water to the flour mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- 3Let the dough rest for 30 minutes (autolyse).
- 4After resting, add the salt and mixed seeds to the dough. Knead until well incorporated, about 5-10 minutes.
- 5Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise at room temperature for 4-6 hours, or until doubled in size.
- 6Once risen, gently deflate the dough and shape it into a round loaf.
- 7Place the shaped loaf onto a floured proofing basket, seam side up. Cover and let it proof for another 2-3 hours.
- 8Preheat your oven to 230°C (450°F) with a Dutch oven inside for 30 minutes.
- 9Carefully transfer the loaf into the hot Dutch oven, cover it, and bake for 30 minutes.
- 10Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
- 11Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●1 cup rolled oats
- ●2 cups almond milk
- ●1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- ●1 tablespoon maple syrup
- ●1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ●1/4 teaspoon salt
- ●1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ●1/4 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- 1In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, almond milk, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- 2Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are cooked and creamy.
- 3Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the maple syrup, vanilla extract, and chia seeds.
- 4Let the mixture sit for a few minutes to thicken up slightly.
- 5Divide the oatmeal into bowls and top with fresh cherries and sliced almonds.
- 6Drizzle with additional maple syrup if desired.
- 7Serve warm and enjoy!
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●3 cups all-purpose flour
- ●1 cup sourdough starter
- ●1 1/4 cups warm water
- ●1 tbsp salt
- ●1 tbsp sugar
- ●2 tbsp olive oil
- ●2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- ●4 cloves garlic, minced
- ●1 tbsp baking soda
- ●1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- 1In a large mixing bowl, combine the sourdough starter, warm water, and sugar. Stir until well mixed.
- 2Add the all-purpose flour, salt, olive oil, rosemary, and minced garlic to the bowl. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 4-6 hours or until doubled in size.
- 5Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces.
- 6Shape each piece into a ball and then poke a hole in the center to form a bagel shape. Stretch the hole slightly to ensure it doesn't close during baking.
- 7Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the baking soda. Boil each bagel for about 1-2 minutes on each side, then remove and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 8Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Brush each bagel with beaten egg for a shiny finish.
- 9Bake the bagels in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- 10Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●2 cups rolled oats
- ●1 cup nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
- ●1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- ●1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1 tsp vanilla extract
- ●1/2 cup dried fruits (raisins, cranberries, or apricots)
- ●1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- 1Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, nuts, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
- 3In a separate bowl, mix together the honey (or maple syrup) and vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil) along with the vanilla extract.
- 4Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well coated.
- 5Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 6Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even browning.
- 7Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet.
- 8Once cooled, mix in the dried fruits.
- 9Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
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Ingredients
- ●1 cup boiled potatoes, mashed
- ●1/2 cup boiled green peas
- ●1/4 cup finely chopped onions
- ●1/4 cup finely chopped cucumber
- ●1/4 cup mayonnaise (eggless)
- ●1 tsp mustard
- ●1/2 tsp black pepper
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●8 slices of bread
- ●Lettuce leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes and boiled green peas.
- 2Add the finely chopped onions and cucumber to the bowl.
- 3Mix in the eggless mayonnaise, mustard, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
- 4Take two slices of bread and spread a generous amount of the potato mixture on one slice.
- 5Top with another slice of bread to form a sandwich.
- 6Repeat the process for the remaining bread and filling.
- 7Cut the sandwiches into halves or quarters as desired.
- 8Garnish with lettuce leaves on the side.
- 9Serve immediately or refrigerate until serving.
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Smoothies have become a global staple, originating from the health food movement in the 1960s. They symbolize a quick, nutritious meal option, often packed with fruits and vegetables. Today, smoothies are enjoyed worldwide, with countless variations catering to different dietary preferences and tastes.
Ingredients
- ●fruit
- ●yogurt
- ●milk
- ●ice
- ●honey
- ●spinach
- ●protein powder
- ●chia seeds
- ●oats
- ●peanut butter
- ●coconut water
- ●vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1Prepare fruit by washing and chopping as needed.
- 2Add yogurt to the blender.
- 3Pour in milk or a milk alternative.
- 4Add ice cubes for a refreshing texture.
- 5Include honey or a sweetener of choice.
- 6Add any optional ingredients like spinach or protein powder.
- 7Blend on high until smooth and creamy, about 30-60 seconds.
- 8Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- 9Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
Ingredient Alternatives
yogurt
Healthier: Greek yogurt
Cheaper: silken tofu
Greek yogurt adds protein and creaminess.
milk
Healthier: almond milk
Cheaper: soy milk
Almond milk is lower in calories.
honey
Healthier: maple syrup
Cheaper: agave nectar
Maple syrup offers a unique flavor.
protein powder
Healthier: hemp seeds
Cheaper: peanut butter
Hemp seeds provide protein and healthy fats.
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