Vegan For The Day

Is it possible to go meatless for a day? It most certainly is. Even the most carnivorous of foodies can and should embrace a day devoted to just fruits and veggies.Some of you may balk at this however it is easy, especially using the produce of the season. Anyone can create three tasty meals that are big on benefits and flavor.

Mark Bittman wrote about this in his The Flexitarian column in today's New York Times Dining section.This he the best time to experiment or even give vegan ism a little hug, simply because of the bounty that''s produced right now. Explore the farmer's markets and take stock of what they have to offer. Also have a well stocked pantry with good healthy grains, legumes, nuts and seeds as well as oils and vinegars. These help vary the dishes so you,re not stuck cooking the same thing over and over again on your vegan days.

Mr. Bittman's recipes are varied. There is one for each meal and even dessert. He even creates a carrot candy , slow baked carrot slices that have the chewiness of banana chips. (these may be a regular addition to you diet once they're tried.) Breakfast is a simple hoecakes with a melange of fruit. He adds pineapple to an apple and pear mix but you can just stick with the apples and add cinnamon. Lunch is a filling bow ties pasta supplemented with bulgar and heightened with olives and tomatoes along with arugula.Dinner is a hearty chickpea and fennel ratatouille This is the same as regular Provencale stew but with those additions. You can end any meal with his broiled melon in balsamic vinegar.

Going vegan even for one day is easy. Vary your menu and cook up tasty yet healthy meals along with snacks and desserts.It's not only a simple but a step in the right direction to eating better.