curry

Unlock the Health Benefits of Beans

Beans usually get a bad rap. In my experience, they are thought to be high in calories, high in carbs, difficult to digest, and with low quality protein content (“incomplete”). Furthermore, in some countries, like my country of origin, they are usually consumed in heavy dishes loaded with fat and animal products (judías con chorizo,Continue reading “Unlock the Health Benefits of Beans”

Easy Vegan Lentil Soup for Optimal Nutrition

Let’s learn how to cook and extra healthy and easy lentil soup! Even if technically it is not necessary, I always advice to soak your lentils. This reduces the “anti-nutrient” content (phytates), helping with digestion and increasing nutrient absorption. It also shortens the cooking time, although lentils cook fast anyway. I like to add limeContinue reading “Easy Vegan Lentil Soup for Optimal Nutrition”

Healthy Chana Masala Recipe Without Coconut Milk

I absolutely love Indian food and specially curries. There are usually quite nutritious, loaded with chickpeas or lentils and greens. Also filling and comforting during the colder months. Many of them easy to make and using only one pot. But – they tend to be made with coconut milk, which provides the creaminess and… lotsContinue reading “Healthy Chana Masala Recipe Without Coconut Milk”