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DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE:
\nProtein-Packed Vegan Recipes<\/h2>\n

by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD<\/h4>\n

If you happen to be vegan, sometimes it can be challenging to consume adequate amounts of protein within the day. But look no further for some high quality, protein-packed, vegan-friendly dishes. Here we\u2019ve got you covered for breakfast, lunch\/dinner and a snack.
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Gluten Free Vegan Bars
\n14g protein per bar<\/h3>\n

\"vegan-bars\"Ingredients
\nCrust:
\n\u2022\t1\u00bd c. oat flour
\n\u2022\t6 dried apricots
\n\u2022\t\u00bc c. cocoa powder
\n\u2022\t\u00bc c. organic maple syrup
\nLayer:
\n\u2022\t1 cup oat flour
\n\u2022\t\u00bd cup oats
\n\u2022\t\u00bd cup vegan chocolate protein powder
\n\u2022\t\u00bc tsp. sea salt
\n\u2022\t1\u00bd tbsp. chia seeds
\n\u2022\t1\u00bd tbsp. hulled hemp seeds
\n\u2022\t\u00bd cup peanut butter or almond butter
\n\u2022\t1 flax egg [1 tbsp. ground flax + 3 tbsp. water, mixed together in a small bowl]
\n\u2022\t\u00bc cup honey
\n\u2022\t\u00bd cup + 2 tbsp. coconut milk
\nTopping (optional):
\n\u2022\t\u2153 cup vegan chocolate chips
\nDirections
\n1.\tCombine ingredients for crust in the food processor until crumbly, thick dough forms. Set aside.
\n2.\tIn a large bowl, combine dry ingredients for the next layer, using a fork to mix well.
\n3.\tCombine flax and water in a small bowl, stir, and set aside for a few minutes until it starts to gel.
\n4.\tAdd honey, peanut butter, coconut milk, and flax egg to the dry ingredients. Mix then add mixture to the food processor.
\n5.\tBlend until the mixture is smooth \u2013 adding more coconut milk if it is too dry.
\n6.\tLine an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper. Spoon crust into the pan and press it out as evenly as possible. You can use a rolling pin or the back of a large spoon with a touch of coconut oil for lubrication to help with spreading.
\n7.\tPlace the next layer on top of the smoothed crust and spread it out. May require your hands instead of utensils.
\n8.\tPlace pan in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
\n9.\tIf desired, melt \u2153 c. vegan chocolate chips in a double boiler.
\n10.\tLightly drizzle the chocolate across the bars over the top.
\n11.\tCan be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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Tofu Scramble
\nServes 2 \u2013 21g protein per serving<\/h3>\n

\"tofu-scramble\"Ingredients
\n\u2022\t1-14 oz. package firm tofu, drained and cut into \u00bd inch cubes
\n\u2022\t\u00bd tsp. ground turmeric
\n\u2022\tSea salt and black pepper
\n\u2022\t1\/8 tsp. ground cayenne pepper, optional
\n\u2022\t2 tbsp. grapeseed oil
\n\u2022\t2 scallions, thinly sliced
\n\u2022\t5 oz. fresh spinach, chopped
\n\u2022\t1-2 tsp. fresh lemon juice
\n\u2022\t1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
\n\u2022\t\u00bd cup fresh basil, chopped
\nDirections
\n1.\tCombine tofu, turmeric, \u00bd tsp. black pepper, \u00bc tsp. sea salt and cayenne in medium bowl. Toss well to combine and set aside.
\n2.\tHeat grapeseed oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add scallion whites and cook, stirring until soft, about 1 minute.
\n3.\tAdd tofu mixture, stirring occasionally, until the tofu is lightly brown and looks like scrambled eggs, about 5 minutes.
\n4.\tAdd spinach, lemon juice, and \u00bd tsp. sea salt and stir until spinach wilts, about 1 minute.
\n5.\tAdd tomatoes and scallion greens and stir until tomatoes are heated through and start soften, about 1 minute.
\n6.\tRemove from heat, add basil and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
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Avocado & White Bean Salad
\nServes 2 – 13g of protein per serving<\/h3>\n

\"avocado-white-bean-salad\"Ingredients
\n\u2022\t1 can white beans
\n\u2022\t1 avocado, chopped
\n\u2022\t1 Roma tomato, chopped
\n\u2022\t\u00bc sweet onion, chopped
\nVinaigrette:
\n\u2022\t1 \u00bd tbsp. olive oil
\n\u2022\t\u00bc cup lemon juice
\n\u2022\tdried basil to taste<\/p>\n

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\n\u2022\tgarlic powder to taste
\n\u2022\tsalt & pepper to taste
\n\u2022\t1 tsp. mustard
\nDirections
\n1.\tWhisk vinaigrette ingredients together then pour over salad base and mix well.
\n2.\tRefrigerate for a few hours before serving.
\n3.\tServe with 2 slices of whole grain bread (additional 4g protein per slice)
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