Plant Based Meals I rely on & WHY (healthy vegan)

[@AlexandraAndersson]

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[@mrs.broccoli4362]

Thanks for the new video. I hope you and the baby are doing well. You look great !!! Now the exciting time begins! Take good care for yourself. All the best for you. Lovely greetings from cold Germany :-))

[@Afrahr]

what a cool app. thanks for sharing and for all the recipes!

[@Setyourhandle8080]

I’ve learned a lot from your channel and I love your minimalist approach.

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Happy to read this! Thank you 🥰

[@autumn_ghosts_]

You should consider putting all your recipes into a book to publish. (Updated..i just noticed you have a Ebook!) I know most people are doing that these days but there are some people that just stand out and you are one of them! I've been following you for a while and I've used quite a number of your recipes. They are awesome! Hope you are doing well. You look radient!🤗

[@carleigh4242]

Thank you for this video!! I've been vegan for 7 1/2 years now and sometimes I get stuck in a rut with food depending on what season of life I'm in. Sometimes I tend to eat more convenient/processed foods because I get so tired or bored of cooking. It's so helpful to be reminded of the simple ways to incorporate more whole foods! Always gotta go back to the basics!

[@AlexandraAndersson]

I totally get what you mean. I also don't always feel the motivation to cook. Basic is key! And to have some go-to recipes that you rely on. 💕

[@sandracarli1110]

It's great that you consume oats, spinach and other plant foods. Today I heard a German doctor explain the importance of 'silica'. It's very important for healthy bones and skin but people don't eat enough food that contains it. They just concentrate on calcium but that is not really effective because the body eliminates artificial calcium (as in tablets) when we go to the toilet. This is a list of foods he mentioned, that contains silica and should be included in one's diet. Older people need even more silica than young people: oats millet sesame seeds barley lentils soybeans green beans bananas pineapple mango spinach radish coriander bamboo

[@serenityhomemaking]

Almost 7 years vegan for me! I love your healthy meal ideas! Thank you!

[@lamees99]

It's so nice to watch you, again. I love learning healthy vegan recipe ideas from you. You look really good with your pregnancy. 😍

[@butterflylove2642]

Thanks for sharing these. I, too, would love a baby update and pray you and the baby are staying warm this winter wherever your family lives. 🙏🌸👶🌸🌱❤️🕊

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Thank you 💕 baby girl is healthy and growing! Due in less than a month 🥰

[@butterflylove2642]

@@AlexandraAndersson Wonderful to hear; excited for you all!!! ❤️🌸👶🌸🌱💚🕊🙏

[@VeganonaBudget]

Just watched this video on plant-based meals and I'm feeling inspired! As someone who's trying to eat healthier, it's great to see the variety of tasty meals you can make without animal products. Thanks for sharing your go-to meals and the reasons behind them - I can't wait to try some of these out myself!

[@dupashi99]

The harissa recipe was sooo good, thank you!

[@trinagreenfield5198]

I tried making chia and oatmeal to sit overnight. I didn't realize I'd accidentally grabbed the quinoa instead of the chia! So funny.

[@beeARTcanada]

Consistently always inspiring and great videos for a healthy life style. Thank you.

[@jeanneamato8278]

You are looking extra glowing today. Thank you for your recipes.

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Aw! thank you so much 🥰

[@roverdover4449]

Your video production is incredible. I loved the overhead shot when pulling the roasted veggies out of the oven. Cooking ideas are great too, of course.

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Thanks! 😁

[@davef.416]

Going on six years now plant based. I get some great ideas from your channel. Many thanks!

[@marileigh9913]

I use hummus for all my dressings also it's so versatile

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Right! It's THE best dressing base 🤌🏼

[@lynelljohnson7523]

Love love love the curry dressing! All your hummus dressings are amazing!

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Aaaah yaaay!! makes me super happy 😍

[@MsErika1226]

Thank you for sharing these recipes!! Your flavors are always so good :) you are glowing :):)

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Happy you like the meals 😍 and thank you!

[@TA-mu4he]

Hello! SO glad you popped up in my feed. I LOVE your tranquil lifestyle. Please show tutorials for the dressings. You make wanting to become plant-based seem doable. New Subbie here!!! 💕

[@user-uy7rf7jz3g]

I just made the harissa bowl, soooo delicious. I used a sweet potato because I was out of gold but it was still great! The hummus sauce is 👌🏻.

[@shawnykennedy4250]

Love all your vlogs! We now only eat hummus based dressings thanks to you! :) Hope you had a very Merry Christmas! BTW love the cable sweater you're wearing - so cute! :) All the best for 2023! Hugs from Canada! :)

[@AlexandraAndersson]

oooh yum!! I looove hummus as a base in dressings, soo versatile 😍 Merry Christmas and happy new year!

[@hannahandrainn]

Great ideas and the bump is looking great too 💖

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Happy you liked them 😍 thank you 💕

[@saracrazy7425]

I really love your videos.. every plate looks like a rainbow.

[@claudiad7654]

Now I gotta try harissa paste! Have u ever roasted veggies with smoked paprika? I’m currently obsessed thats how I roast potatoes with just smoked paprika, salt and onion powder. Also I’m experimenting with no oil so I don’t even add oil to the potatoes the spices stick with just the moisture of the potatoes themselves its pretty cool!

[@AlexandraAndersson]

I have actually and it's verrrry delicious! yes it's pretty cool how you can cook almost anything without adding oil 😄

[@marianna7702]

Nine years vegan, and loving it.

[@ankitadobhal119]

Amazing recipes. Will definitely try. Eating healthy is what I think everyday but somehow give up but hopefully with these easy recipes I'll eat healthy 😃 thankyou

[@brankazoric249]

Love your simple recipes that taste great. What do you do with left over marinade?

[@juliegillies6688]

Soo excited when I see you have posted a new video. ❤

[@cristianavieira8544]

I've tried the roasted vegetables (I added red bell pepper) with hummus and curry today... It was amaaazing! So easy and really tasty. I'm looking forward to try more of your recipes :)

[@ms.rivera7898]

Thanks. That chili looks really good and will be making that.

[@kyaskornerasmr3616]

That chili is beautiful oh wow😍❤️

[@msbellydancagirl]

I totally recommend a baking mat! It is a reusable baking mat, Amazon has a good one! No more parchment paper or foil!

[@darias9151]

Thanks for all the recipes 😋

[@veryveganmom]

Lovely video💚 Your hummus dressing will save me a lot of time. I can't believe I never thought of making hummus dressing before myself😆

[@nhanna8318]

Looove your channel and app!!

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Thanks so much! Means a lot ❤️

[@allieessen5726]

This channel is helpful!

[@biancapowell7050]

I love your meals they look rich and colorful. Thank you for doing this page.

[@nathaliecooman8272]

You're channel, your app, and blog are very inspiring. They are all about healthy balanced foods, lifestyle. It all seems so delicious. Keep making this videos please. 🎉❤🎉

[@sunebucco7725]

Merci Madame et bravo pour Montpellier

[@HealingHoney]

really love this channel thank u🤍🌺

[@katiestegman8083]

Every one of these recipes looks like something I would love. Really happy to have found your channel. New subscriber!

[@racheg5421]

I love that oatmeal consistency 😍

[@Riekie1970]

Hi Alexandra,congratulations on being Vegan for 6 years.I was 3 years Vegan/Vegatarian(battle to stop with the Dairy)on 26 December.I have been following you for quite some time,you are such an inspiration🥰You are looking gorgeous💗 Will you be doing a Vlog on your baby's birth?

[@AlexandraAndersson]

3 years is amazing! 💚 thanks so much 🥰 I don't know yet, we'll see!

[@Riekie1970]

@@AlexandraAndersson thank you🥰

[@c0uturegirL11]

Okay made the potato and cauliflower salad.. wow it was amazing. My family and I devoured it! Thank you for the delicious recipe!!

[@riseshies1820]

Greetings season Thanks so much

[@beeheart6529]

I use to hate veggies too until I became a vegan. I love all these recipes. Thanks for sharing. I never thought to put frozen spinach in a smoothie. Great idea.

[@ekaterina4118]

Смотрю второй день ваши видео не отрываясь ❤ Спасибо за огромное количество идей и вдохновения!

[@kareem4u]

congrats on your baby!!!

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Thank you! 🥰

[@Bailey-yb6ly]

Oh when I saw the new video, is the day even more beautifuller.😊❤️ Thank you so much for the nice recipes!

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Awww that’s so kind of you! 🥰

[@Stardust7910]

I made the chili today. Reduced the cumin to 1 tbsp cause I like a bit less. I also cooked the beans myself. Very tasty 😊

[@loria.02139]

Thank you for another inspiring video to go along with the recipes in your app (which I love!) I haven’t made recipe with harissa, so I’m going to try that this week. I might also make the warming chili since it’s pretty cold here in Boston.

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Happy you liked it 😊 ooh yes the chili is perfect on cold days!

[@safaabenadder2588]

We miss you !! Amazing video !

[@extropiantranshuman]

harissa is great. The food you eat is really amazing - becuase it's super colorful as well as not fake meat - teh veggies are teh center of attention.

[@antoinettedamiano6890]

Great post. Thank you!

[@sallycormier1383]

You are glowing girl!! Thank you for your channel and app which has helped me to eat healthier. I’ve had some missteps the past 6 months and feeling the negative effects so I’m recommitting to getting back to plant based and feeling healthy again!

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Life isn't a straight line, missteps are there to learn something from 💕

[@conniesmith699]

you and me both. I've gained some weight back which makes me mad at myself but am determined to recommit to full compliance.... so glad the holidays are just about over... (0:

[@elizclark4912]

That looks 😋 !

[@lizintas8396]

living the good life is certainly showing - you look fabulous, yr skins glowing and the bump is growing. Happy Christmas/New Year to you ( soon to be 3)

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Aw thank you!! 🥰 Merry Christmas and happy new year!

[@maryegerton6848]

You look well. Have a wonderful NewYear and it’s lovely to hear from you. Peace and love ☮️💕

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Thank you 🥰 I’m feeling very well! Merry Christmas and a happy new year 🎊

[@christinemorgan3492]

Hi luv your recipies how do u keep fruit and veg looking so fresh

[@meiyeelong5790]

Everything look delicious!😊👍🏻💕

[@davidthescottishvegan]

Yummy 😋 healthy vegan recipes beautiful Alexandra and love 🥰 your video's, always look forward to new video's and love 💕 Alexandra.

[@conniesmith699]

I'm not a huge fan of oatmeal but yours look so good. I've never tried blended oatmeal and want to try that soon to see if I enjoy it more than other ways. thanks for all those hummus dressing recipes.

[@MrRKWRIGHT]

Good morning Alexandra. That looks absolutely delicious. Just like you, I like to start the day with a healthy salad, or something simple like some steel cut oats topped with some fresh blueberries. Happy New Year and thanks for sharing all your great healthy recipes!! . 👌😊😊😊

[@HeatherThrills]

Thanks, Alex! You taught me a lot and i admire you for sharing your healthy lifestyle ✨ Xo Heather Thrills

[@SherryReaves]

Can you give measurements for the flour and seasonings in the blended oats?

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Just add 1 cup plant milk, 1/2 cup oat flour and 1/2 banana. Then some chai spices (cinnamon and cardamom) after taste and mix it all up 🤩

[@SherryReaves]

@@AlexandraAndersson Thanks so much. Can't wait to try.

[@NicoleL89319]

Yay you're back 💜❄️

[@AlexandraAndersson]

🥰💚

[@vistaoalry4883]

So similar to how I eat everyday :)

[@nikiatthecottage4897]

Thank youuu!😘

[@thestoryteller033]

Bravo. Thank you.

[@alanadaly6884]

Thanks for a great video - I was getting bored with having the same things all the time and this will help so much - especially the dressing ideas! Question - what are your thoughts on oils and fats? Dr Barnard (Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine - PCRM on KZbin) advises to limit oils (due to saturated fat) and to not go crazy on fats either. I used to ensure I had healthy fats each day but now I’m a little reluctant to use them after hearing Dr Barnard’s advice. Im keen to hear your thoughts. 😊

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Thanks for your comment! well, I'm not a doctor but from my own research and studies (plant based nutrition at e-cornell) I think that oils don't provide nutritional value besides from extra calories, so when I use them it is only because they enhance flavours when cooking. The fat part, if you don't have health issues like artery issues I wouldn't think that much of fats. Especially when eating fats from whole food sources like avocado, nuts and seeds. I think balance and diversity is key aka don't go overboard with anything really, like eating peanut butter 3 times a day ☺️

[@NadiaSiddiquii]

I’m hungry!! I’ll be using some of your recipes Home made ice cream is always the best!

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Hope you like them then 😍

[@christinamillington2342]

Hey sweetie You are looking so amazing. I love your dressings. You should sell these. Better than any I've ever bought, I'll never go back xxxx

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Thank you so much! oooh that's a great compliment on the dressings ❤️

[@Drifyt]

Fantastic video as always. What is that food tracker app you are using in this video?

[@Drifyt]

Ahh i think i found it, Cronometer

[@user-jk2bi1es6c]

Hi I love watching your videos and want to go vegan I love to make your bean chilli but don’t know what spice you used thanks

[@ChadwickTree]

what can you substitue the banan with in the oats?

[@amandagehling3355]

I made the chili last night for dinner. Loved pairing it with the brown rice. We usually do tortilla chips with chili so it was good to mix it up. However, I was in a bit of a bind as I was following the recipe. The ingredients list included vegetable broth, but the video skipped over this step. So then I sat there pondering if it was a typo or a video editing error. 😂 I like to follow recipes to a T and I was left to my own devices on this one. I tried googling the recipe to validate myself, but when I found the recipe you published (I assume a long time ago) it was extremely different than this one, although the picture/name was the same. I ended up adding extra crushed tomatoes and then added the broth once I realized it was definitely needed. Can we get some clarity on this recipe?😂

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Sorry, the recipe is always correct in the ingredient list! I forgot film when I added it. The recipe isn’t available online so it must be a very old recipe you found! The vegetable broth is very much needed yes 😊 the recipes I write in my descriptions are always available in the Fivesec Health app

[@amandagehling3355]

Ok! Good to know when following future recipes. Thanks for the response.❤ My husband and I have enjoyed your recipes since going plant based. Thank you!

[@jessicapaulino5342]

Hi Alexandra! I just have a question: how long can the dressing be in the fridge? Thank you 🧡

[@amydayl3294]

MERRY CHRISTMAS from North Carolina

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Merry Christmas! 💕

[@gantz0949]

Thank u so much. I'm new to wfpb and love ur roasted bowl and curry dressing. Can't wait to try. Will add some tofu to mine as well as to the chili Edit: where do u get ur harissa paste? Peace and Love to u a ur new baby for the new year!

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Thanks! I got it in a regular supermarket, I found it in a tomato paste section, maybe you could find it in a international section in your supermarket, it's basically a chili paste :)

[@LindaKlinton]

It all looks so yummy! I need to try that curry dressing. It's in the app, right? xx Linda

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Yes it is!

[@MS-mg3ie]

Hi thanks for the amazing recipes .. what is the blender brand please?

[@user-en5cc3ti3v]

miss your videos so much!!!

[@madarch3r]

Great video, Alex! We featured your video on my website this week in our "Concessions" area. Link is in my bio!

[@loca_0791]

elle pourrait poster tout les jours les mm recettes je regarderait toujours

[@jasminlopez6453]

What can I replace the spicy part with in the first meal...I have gastritis so I can't eat spicy foods

[@kevolegend]

6 years vegan like me!

[@debraimparato97]

What kind of paste in that first marinade? I can’t catch what she is saying

[@maisiebadham2773]

I love chillis 💖 l

[@dannipaterson2638]

Yum! What were the spices you added in for the harissa dressing in the first bowl you made? I want to give this a go 👌😍

[@AlexandraAndersson]

The recipe is in the description box 💕

[@dannipaterson2638]

@@AlexandraAndersson thankyou so much! 🤍

[@donatina1987]

I want the bananas from Spain ❤❤❤ can you apples instead?

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Apple puree would work!

[@aartilakhani6673]

Any idea how you can replace the hummus if you have a sesame allergy?

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Hmm.. either find a hummus without tahini or make a hummus without tahini. Otherwise I'm not sure, I would try the "cashew sour cream" in my app, remove the vinegar and then add the rest of the harissa dressing ingredients before bending :)

[@aartilakhani6673]

@@AlexandraAndersson Thank you!!

[@staceypithers5493]

Loving your recipes ❤ but I have a question, did you still eat the hummus when pregnant? Thanks

[@DawnaJD]

This is a great video, thank you 🙏 What app are you using that breaks down the nutrients to the micronutrient level?

[@AlexandraAndersson]

It’s called Cronometer, it’s free on their website 😊

[@DawnaJD]

@@AlexandraAndersson Thank you 😊

[@korinacamara1663]

Tummy so cute❤

[@biancapowell7050]

P.S I signed up for the five day challenge, I am so exsited.

[@aureliecornilleau748]

😊

[@vancemowat7544]

Can I ask how old you are? I'm new to your channel, and notice your skin looks beautiful. Do you ever do videos without makeup on?

[@AlexandraAndersson]

I usually use concealer, mascara and some bronzer :) I'm 30

[@vancemowat7544]

@@AlexandraAndersson thank you

[@teakardum8127]

Hi...i follow you for a while, and already tryed some receipes. They are yummy☺️. I haven't made harissa, can i use miso paste instead? I have it, and don't know how to use it?! Thank you🤗

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Hi! Unfortunately miso paste wouldn't be a good substitute since harissa is a chili paste and miso is quite salty/umami flavoured. You could use sriracha instead but a little less :)

[@teakardum8127]

@@AlexandraAndersson thank you for your answer. I will try. Take care😊

[@Tania689]

Do you get gassy?

[@countrywithouttrucksandbeerpls]

How's the pregnancy going?:) Any updates? Happy new year in advance!!

[@AlexandraAndersson]

Thanks for asking ☺️ it's going great! a little back pain but otherwise good. Due is in January 💕 Happy new year!

[@countrywithouttrucksandbeerpls]

@@AlexandraAndersson I remember my first girl... As a vegan, ppl were worried about me. It was in 1995, in a village. I must have been the only one ever heard of. But with careful planning, all was well. It just felt like I had to eat all the time though! My daughter is healthier than ever. The back pain was quite awful at the end indeed .....i sympathize. You'll be so so happy holding that baby in your arms, smelling her/him the first time. Oh dear that smell... It's the best smell i ever experienced. Nothing tops that. A healthy child to you both:) Keep us updated, happy news is scarce around here....

[@AlexandraAndersson]

@@countrywithouttrucksandbeerpls I can imagine it was very uncommon to go through a vegan pregnancy back then. But you did it! Thankfully today my doctors are fine with it :) bloodwork and all looking good. Ohyes I can't wait holding her in my arms 🥰