VEGAN WORKSHOP: SUPERFOODS

 

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Hallo meine lieben Yogis!

Am Wochenende habe ich wieder einen veganen Kochworkshop von Vegan Dreams zum Thema Superfoods besucht!
Es war nicht nur ein super informativer Abend, bei dem ich eeeeiniges über Superfoods erfahren habe, sondern auch ein lustiger Koch-Abend mit vielen neuen Bekanntschaften!

Superfoods wie Chia Samen, Matcha Pulver & Maulbeeren sind ja mittlerweile sehr bekannt.
Aber wusstet ihr auch, dass es Kohl, Walnüsse und Blaubeeren genau so in sich haben??
Alle Details zu den Superkräften findet ihr ganz ganz unten aufgelistet!!

Also, was gabs an diesem Abend?
Wir haben ein Sieben-Gänge Menü gezaubert mit folgenden Köstlichkeiten:

• Grüner Smoothie mit Grünkohl, Petersilie & Weizengras
• Lila Smoothie mit Blaubeeren, Acai-Pulver & Kokoswasser
• Grünkohl-Avocado Salat mit gerösteten Walnüssen in Hanföl-Vinaigrette
• Black Rice Sushi mit Noriblättern und Avocado
• Matcha Wraps mit Bohnen- und Rote-Rüben-Creme, Petersilpesto & Gemüse
• Chia-Mangopudding mit Maulbeeren und rohen Kakao-Nibs
• Zweierlei Muffins: Goji & Aronia-Pekan

Wie sich am Menü lesen lässt, war es einfach nur ein Festmahl!
Die Speisen haben köstlich geschmeckt und insgesamt habe ich wieder mal so viel dazu gelernt! :)

Gebt mir Bescheid, falls ihr an den Rezepten oder anderen Infos Interesse habt!

Alles Liebe,
eure Ju

Hello my lovely Yogis!

I attended a great vegan cooking workshop for superfoods this weekend!
Not only was it very informative, but also a wonderful evening with a lot of new acquaintances!

Superfoods such as Chia seeds, Matcha powder or Mulberries are well known, but did you also know that Kale, Walnuts and Blueberries have similar super powers?
You can read all the details about the Superfoods, we were using at the bottom of the post!

So, what did we cook?
We prepared a seven-course-menue with the following delicacies:

• Green Smoothie with Kale, Parsley & Wheat Grass
• Purple Smoothie with Blueberries, Acai-Powder & Coconut Water
• Kale-Avocado Salad with roasted Walnuts in Hemp-Vinaigrette
• Black Rice Sushi with Nori Leaves and Avocado
• Matcha Wraps with White Bean- and Beet-Cream, Parsley Pesto & Veggies
• Chia-Mango Pudding with Mulberries and raw Cocoa Nibs
• Two kind of Muffins: Goji & Aronia-Pekan

As you can see in the menue, it was a feast!
All the dishes tasted delicious and all in all I learned a lot more about Superfoods! :)

Let me know if you’re interested in the different recipes or any other information!

All the best,
your Ju

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D E T A I L S: 

KALE
– more Iron than beef
– more Calzium than milk
– 10x more Vitamin C than spinach
– good for the eyes, skin, bones
– reduces risk of heart disease & cancer
– lowers choleserol & good for weight loss
– high in antioxidants
– Vitamin K, Vitamin A, Potassium, Lutein

WHEAT GRASS
– Potent Detoxifier
– High in many different Enzymes
– Improves Digestion & Bowel movements
– Restores Alkalinity to the Blood & cleanses and builds the blood
– is a complete Protein (20% Protein)
– helps with Weight Loss
– Increases Energy Level
– Slows down aging process
– Prevention od cancer (due to the high oxigen content)

BLUEBERRIES:
– slows down breakdown of bones
– lowers risk of heart disease
– full of antioxidants
– reduces belly fat
– rich in vitamins
– improves vision
– prevents cancer
– enhances mood

ACAI BERRIES:
– rich in antioxidants
– fights cancer
– provides heart health
– good for Weight Loss & digestion
– improves immunity
– slows down Aging process
– helps prevent Alzheimer’s
– detoxifies the body
– improves Sex Drive ;)
– lowers Cholesterol
– boosts energy
– improves mental functions

COCONUT WATER:
– fat free & low in calories
– Cholesterol free
– full of Electrolytes
– contains Calcium, Potassium, Magnesium, Vitamin C
– it’s anti-bacterial & anti-fungal
– boosts Metabolism
– aids Weight Loss
– cools the body
– reduces fat cravings

AVOCADOS:
– High in Vitamin K, Fiber, Potassium, Folate, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Copper
– contain heart-healthy monounsaturated fats
– help provide antioxidant protection
– promote healthy bones
– give a natural lift of energy
– reducing Cholesterol
– contain anti-inflammatory properties
– promote good digestion
– provide the body with all 18 essential amino acids

WALNUTS:
– contain plant-based Omega 3 Fats
– high in Vitamin E
– inhibit growth of Prostate & Breast cancer
– rich in healthy antioxidants
– improve blood flow & helps with Diabetes
– facilitate optimal brain function
– heart healthy

POMEGRANATE:
– regenerate skin cells
– guards against UV rays
– prevents sun damage
– protects against skin cancer
– protects DNA

BLACK RICE:
– good source of minerals
– rich in Iron & Fiber
– Anthocyanins  prevent buildup of plaque in the arteries
– lower the risk of heart attack
– has a nutritional profile similar to brown rice

SEAWEED:
– high in Vitamin A, C, D, E, K, B-Complex
– high in Protein, Amino Acids, Fatty Acids, Chlorophyl, Antioxidants, Antibodies
– very high in Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, Iron & Iodine
– 10x more Calcium than in milk
– more Vitamin C than Oranges
– 25x Iron than beef

MATCHA:
– boosts Metabolism
– fights against viruses and bacteria
– has more antioxidants than blueberries or pomegranates
– burns calories
– provides potent cancer fighting properties
– does not raise insulin levels
– safely cleanses and detoxifies the body
– enhances mood
– does not raise heart rate or blood

BEETS:
– Immune Booster
– contains polysaccharhides for digestive tract health
– excellent source of Folate
– contain a significant amount of Fiber, Manganese & Potassium
– stimulates liver function
– reduces Cholesterol
– Natural colon cleanser
– contains betacyaninis, which counteract cancer

CHIA SEEDS:
– great source of Fiber
– full of Anti-Oxidants
– Balances blood sugar
– rich in Omega 3 & Protein
– gives sustainable energy
– 3 times more Iron than spinach
– 5 times more Calcium than milk
– 7 times more Vitamin C than oranges
– 15 times more magnesium than broccoli

MULBERRIES:
– no saturated fat
– powerful Anti-Oxidant
– protects heart against toxins
– great source of Protein (4g Protein in 1/3 cup)
– helps regulate Cholesterol and aid digestion

RAW CACAO:
– reduces appetite & helps Weight Loss
– reduces the risk of Stroke & Heart Attacks
– helps protect from environmental and metabolic toxins
– acts as an Anti-Depressant
– balances the mood
– balances brain chemistry
– builds strong bones
– detoxifies the liver

GOJI BERRIES:
– calm nervous system
– nourish the blood
– contain anti-aging properties
– boost immune system
– fight free radicals
– complete Protein source
– protect the liver
– prevent fatigue

PECANS:
– aid with Weight Loss
– good for brain health & heart health
– prevents cancer
– fight Alzheimer’s disease
– high in antioxidants
– prevent breast cancer
– treat diabetes
– high in Vitamin E
– immune system booster