Vegetable Love
Had we but world enough, and time,
This coyness, lady, were no crime....
My vegetable love should grow
Vaster than empires, and more slow.
An hundred years should go to praise
Thine eyes, and on thy forehead gaze....
~~Andrew Marvell, "To His Coy Mistress"
Valentine's Day is just a week away, and cooks all over are busy planning intimate, romantic dinners. But when you're trying to eat healthy or lose weight, coming up with delicious dishes that are high in sex appeal but low in fat and calories can be a challenge. That's why I thought it'd be fun this year to take the focus off the chocolates and the champagne and put it on...vegetables. And I'm asking for your help. [Update 2/13/07: The Round-Up has been posted here!]
Between now and Monday, February 12, post a recipe on your blog for a dish suitable for a romantic Valentine's dinner. It should be vegan and low in fat, and it should feature one or more vegetables. Soups, salads, and side dishes are acceptable, main dishes are encouraged, and desserts will be given extra creativity points. Mention in your post that you are participating in "Vegetable Love," and link back to this post. Then, send me an email (my address is in the sidebar) with your name, the name of your blog, and the permalink and name of your recipe. I'll post a round-up of all the recipes on Tuesday morning--just in time for Valentine's Day.
(If you don't have a blog, feel free to post your recipe in the comments below.)
Is there a prize? No, just the satisfaction of knowing that you're helping thousands hundreds dozens maybe two vegans set the mood for the perfect Valentine's dinner.
Tags: vegan recipes vegetarian cooking food fat-free valentines Vegetable Love
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posted by SusanV at 2:26 PM
23 Comments:
Susan, this is a fun idea! I'm going to try to participate.
Great idea! Hmmm...I need to go figure out what the sexiest veggies are now!
ha ha!
This is such a great idea! I'm going out of town this weekend - my prime cooking days, but I may be able to cobble something together. :) It sounds so fun!
:)
You've got my attention for sure!
oh Susan this is such a great idea. My minds always on veggies, so I'm going to try and come up with something original and post it. This should be interesting!
-Teresa
Creamy and smooth, sweet and satisfying. Who could ask for anything more?
Pumpkin Pudding
2 cups cooked and pureed pumpkin (Can substitute acorn squash or sweet potato.)
1 cup vanilla soymilk
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
Dash salt and pepper
2 tbs brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract or maple flavoring
1/4 cup oat bran, cream of wheat (like Maltomeal), or cream of rice
Cinnamon sugar
In a blender, process all ingredients except oat bran or cereal until well blended.
Pour into a pan and mix in oatbran or cereal.
Heat until slightly bubbly, cook for 1-2 minutes, and let cool for a couple minutes.
Spoon into two bowls and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
Ohhh, can we nominate any recipes we see in another's blog?
Wow!! this sounds cool!!Do peep into my my wish with flowers blog if just wanna send a floral wish while u blog!!
A so great idea !!! I think about it...
Great idea, lady! Can't wait to see what everyone comes up with :)
What a great idea- I'm up for the challenge! The idea of veggies for Valentine's day is really intriguing.
How did I miss your gorgeous polenta from your previous post? That looks fantastic.
Hey! Your blog is really interesting! I like your recipes and pictures. I have a blog talking about learning to cook South Indian food from my mother in law. All vegetarian, and many easily veganizable recipes.
(Kanchana's Kitchen www.kanchspot.blogspot.com)
Excellant idea. I will try to come up with something!
Okay! I posted my entry... it was a fun thing to do, and made for a special pre-Valentine romantic dinner! :)
http://veganeatsandtreats.blogspot.com/2007/02/vegetable-love-bcouscous-i-love-you.html
LOL Oh my goodness! This is going o be so fun and will merit a special trip to the grocery store!!! :)
I LOVE themed meals!
aw what a cute idea! I don't think I could have Valentines day without chocolate. Is that unhealthy??
Teddy
Great challenge. Our contribution is the Hearty Ravioli dish
Here's my submission: a mix of spicy and sweet, just like the best romances :)
It doesn't have a name, but here goes:
Ingredients:
1 large yellow onion
1 head cauliflower
1 28 oz can diced tomatoes
1/2 cup raisins
1 can of chickpeas
1 tsp (or to taste) red chile paste
1/2 tblspn curry powder (or more, to taste)
salt/pepper to taste
first saute the onion, sliced, in litle olive oil spray in a large, nonstick skillet. While they're softening, chop up the head of cauliflower into small florets, and add to the skillet. Saute for one minute, then add the can of tomatoes. fill the can 1/8 full with water and add that as well. Bring to a simmer, and add the curry powder and the chile paste. add at least 1 tsp salt. Let it simmer for 10 minutes. Then add the raisins and the chickpeas, and cook for another five minutes (or until the cauliflower is cooked through)
taste the sauce, and adjust the spice/curry balance as you like it, and season with a little extra salt and pepper if it needs it.
I served this over quinoa.
HAPPY VALENTINES DAY, EVERYONE!
I want to nominate this recipe:
http://bunnyfoot.blogspot.com/2005/06/sweet-simmered-kabocha-squash.html
It's sweet, but not overly so, and the texture is to die for, you'll instantely fall in love with it. You'll definately be picking at it all hours of the night. :)
Our Entry:
http://ecoaesthete.wordpress.com/2007/02
/11/the-fat-free-vegan-on-valentines-day/
A quick meal so you can spend more time with your better half...
Brownie pudding cake - made with soy milk, vegan sugar, and organic sunflower oil - it's baking as I write and if it tastes as good as it smells - I'll be sending it along.
I'm sure you are closer with hundreds rather than two....
Some years ago I got this recipe off the internet, and the author was : kwvegan vegan. Stefado is a highly and unusually seasoned greek stew, that happens to be delicious. In my quest for a vegetarian version, this is the closest to what I remember eating at my greek boyfriends home. It is particularly good in the winter. Though not laden with vegetables, it does have onions, tomatoes and of course the TVP. As to the Tvp, I use strips or chunks.
It has gotten rave reviews when taken to potlucks.
Stefado
In the morning, dump into a slow-cooker:
1 large onion, chopped
2 1/2 cups water
1 Tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 small can tomato paste
1/3 cup red wine
1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
2 Tbsp. packed brown sugar (or sugar substitute)
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 bay leaf
1 cinnamon stick (you can probably substitute a little powdered cinnamon)
1/4 tsp. ground clove
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
2 Tbsp. raisins (or more)
Stir to blend; then add and stir in:
1 1/2 cups plain chunk TVP
Cook all day; serve with rice or cous cous.
kwvegan vegan
Mmmm your recipes look delicous!
you have Great blog from Jeena :)
visit jeena's kitchen healthy recipe blog
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