Remarkably Refreshing Recipes for Spring and Summer

Andrea’s Plant-Based Taco Meat

The taco is quite possibly the perfect food. Portable, flavorful, and versatile, this Mexican creation is loved by people of all ages and backgrounds. Serve Andrea’s Plant-Based Taco Meat over fresh lettuce for a healthy lunch or on tortillas at a more traditional fiesta. The flavors pair well with Cindy’s Strawberry Mint Mocktail recipe, which can easily be turned into a cocktail with the addition of your liquor of choice!

Ingredients

- 1 1/2 tsp paprika

- 1 tsp ancho chile powder

- 3/4 tsp cumin

- 1/4 tsp oregano

1/16 tsp cayenne pepper

- 3/4 tsp salt

- 1 to 2 sweet peppers, chopped

- 1 medium onion, chopped

- 2 cloves garlic, chopped

- 6 oz. soy chorizo (half a package)

- 1 lb firm tofu

- 1 cup salsa

Directions

1. Mix spices together in a small bowl.

2. Slice tofu and press out extra moisture between paper towels. Break tofu into small pieces in a large bowl. Add spices and mix thoroughly. Set aside. (You can also do this ahead of time and refrigerate.)

3. Cook peppers, onion, and garlic in good olive oil in a large frying pan for 2 to 3 minutes. Add chorizo, mix thoroughly and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add tofu and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes.

4. Add salsa. Mix well and let simmer for 15 minutes to blend flavors.

5. Fill taco shells or tortillas, or place on top of a green salad with tomatoes, avocados, crushed tortilla chips, and chipotle ranch salad dressing. Enjoy!

Cindy’s Strawberry Mint Mocktail

Ingredients

- 4 to 5 strawberries, de-stemmed and chopped

- 1 tbsp lime juice

- 8 to 10 fresh mint leaves

- 1/2 to 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup

- Ice (cubed or crushed)

- Strawberry sparkling water

- Lime slices

Directions

1. Muddle strawberries, lime juice, mint leaves, and honey/maple syrup in a glass with a wooden spoon.

2. Add ice cubes to the glass, filling about halfway, and then top up with sparkling water.

3. Stir to combine, and garnish with a strawberry, lime slice, and more fresh mint.

4. Optional: Add more honey/syrup to taste for a sweeter sip or your liquor of choice for a boozy beverage!