Tag: Trader Joe’s

5 Quick Meat Substitutes

July 8, 2013

Boca Burgers

Grill these heart-healthy burgers, instead of burgers made from meat.  Boca Burgers come in several flavors, and are made from soy, veggies, cheeses and seasonings.  Protein: 14 grams per serving (one burger).

Light Life Tofu Pups

The original vegetarian hot dog made from soy.  They cook faster than meat-based hot dogs, and contain no cholesterol or nitrates.  Protein: 7 grams per serving (one hot dog).

Tufurky Vegan Deli Slices

Lunch meat sandwich alternative to meat. Available in Roast Beef, Peppered, Oven Roasted, Hickory Smoked, Bologna Style, and Italian.  Protein: 13 grams per serving (5 slices).

MorningStar Farms Veggie Bacon Strips

Smoky flavored strips that tastes just like bacon.  Sautée to a crisp texture, and add to sandwiches or have them with your breakfast meal.  Protein: 2 grams per serving (2 strips).

Trader Joe’s Chickenless Mandarin Orange Morsels

Asian inspired entrée made from soy, wheat, grains and veggies. Serve it with rice or noodles and your favorite green veggie.  Protein: 16 grams per serving (10 pieces).

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Compassionate Cuisine: Thanksgiving Without Turkey

November 14, 2012
Trader Joe’s Meatless Turkey

Thanksgiving without the turkey doesn’t mean you’ll feel deprived.  Instead of focusing on the meat, you’ll be consuming more fruits, hearty vegetables, lean protein, and delicious sauces without animal fat.

Enjoying a vegetarian Thanksgiving Holiday meal boosts your fiber intake.

Serving creative vegetable dishes like Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts, and Portobello Mushrooms with Savory Lentil-Cashew Stuffing, Streusel Topped Pumpkin Pie, Sourdough Stuffed Winter Squash,  Avocado and Grapefruit Salad, Chestnut and Apple Casserole, is just as mouth-watering, if not more so, than an animal-based holiday meal. Continue reading “Compassionate Cuisine: Thanksgiving Without Turkey”