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The cashew fruit also known as the cashew apple, grows in the warm tropical climate. We are fortunate to have a few mature cashew trees at Beyond Vitality Nature Camp. The cashew fruit is where the actual cashew nut is hanging from. The nut is enclosed in a thick shell and skin. Eaten raw, the fruit...
While living in Trinidad, I had the pleasure of tasting many versions of homemade Trini tamarind (“tambran”) sauce. Now that we’re enjoying our own piece of tropical land in Dominica at Beyond Vitality Nature Camp, we have a lovely organic tamarind tree. It was about time for me to create my own hea...
Warning! This is soon to be your new obsession. Once you try this rich chocolate hazelnut homemade nutella spread, you’ll never want to put your spoon down. Never ever! Unless, of course, you don’t like Nutella. Is that even possible? Is there a person in this world who can resist that velvety choco...
This fast and healthy bean dip is the perfect protein packed snack that you can make ahead of time. Just keep a container stored in the fridge and have some with fresh cut vegetables or crackers when you get that hunger pang.
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Ingredients:
1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
3 garlic ...
While chips aren’t your ideal lunch, if you’re going to top them with a super healthy salsa, it takes away a little bit of the guilt, doesn’t it? ;) At least make it whole grain tortilla chips. Now, let's turn to the healthy aspect of salsa. With so much flavor, it's hard to believe that salsa is ac...
Its authentic nutty flavour is irresistible and adds a powerful health kick to any breakfast or snack. It is rich in protein, essential fatty acids and fibre.
It can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Some of our favourite are spreading it on a slice of fresh homemade whole grain bread or a healthy m...
This vegan cheese sauce is divine over whole grain pasta, thin crust pizza, veggie lasagna, nachos, quesadillas, stuffed peppers and much more! I love it so much that I have provided you with two variations. Try the one you please, or make both!
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Cashew Variation
Ingredients:
1 cup raw orga...
This extra easy hummus is a good source of plant based protein and tastes delicious! It's great to have as a spread or dip with crackers and veggie sticks to beat those mid-afternoon energy lows and cravings. It's also fantastic as a spread in sandwiches or wraps (or on our local favourite, roasted ...
