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My Journey to IRONMAN on a Plant-Based Diet

December 2, 2013 By Patrick McGilvray

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Hummus is one of those basic foods that we often take for granted. It is tasty and versatile, often showing up in unexpected places. For variety, spread it on a sandwich with ripe tomato and sprouts, roll it in a tortilla with grilled peppers and spring mix, and of course it makes an awesome dip…

Quinoa is a great source of essential amino acids (the building blocks of protein), calcium, phosphorus, and iron. This salad is an excellent source of plant-based protein, it’s delicious, and versatile. Serve it as a side dish, add it to dressed greens, eat like a dip with tortilla chips, or heap it on top of…

Stir-fries are a great way to clean out the fridge, we like to toss in whatever we have on hand. This dish is high in protein and carbs, loaded with vitamins and minerals, and super quick and easy. I like to carbo-load with dishes like this – vegetables are naturally high in carbohydrates and brown…

If I had to pick just one regional food to eat for the rest of my life, it would be Mediterranean. I just love all of the naturally vegan options! Creamy hummus, fresh-baked pita, bitter olives, rich felafel, spicy lentils, and one of my favorites – tabbouleh. I love this light and refreshing tabbouleh all…

I know the name doesn’t really say much about this salad dressing, but you’ll have to trust me on this one, it is amazing! I’ve adapted this from the Engine 2 Diet’s “E2 Basics Dressing” (an even more anemic title than mine), and I make sure we always have a good supply on hand. I…