Vegan day 76: Kale tosadas
There are a few foods that I try to avoid at all costs – that would be mostly all (non-organic) corn and soy products because I truly believe that genetically engineered foods (GMO’s) are horrible for our bodies and that one day this will all come to light! I believe that GMO’s are involved with many allergies, organ growths, inflammation and altered gut bacteria. 
For these health reasons and other moral and political reasons, I try to avoid corn, soy, canola, cottonseed and sugar beets. Of course, this isn’t very easy as these products are ingredients in over 75% of all processed or packaged foods. Just look for the organic seal or the non-GMO project seal!
I have not been able to find authentic “organic” Mexican tostadas or Colombian arepas – both made from corn. Corn is a vegetable and can actually be good for you especially since it is one of the few grains that have an alkalinizing effect on the body. So, I have to admit- I make some exceptions to my hard and fast “No GMO” rule. One is tostadas. Since my favorite vegan Colombian restaurant in Brooklyn is “temporarily” closed for renovation, I had to make my own KALE TOSTADAS!
Oh so good!
KALE TOSTADA
Tostada
Kale
Avocado
Kidney beans
Olive oil
Fresh lime
Hot sauce
Today I used the traditional tostada or tortilla but you can also use these- I generally prefer them anyway:
Disclaimer: The information given here is for educational purposes only. You should not use this to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting with a qualified health care provider.
[Friday 16th 2012 blog]
[Friday 16th 2012 blog]
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