Massaged Broccoli Rabe Salad with Sunflower Seeds and Cranberries

This refreshing and nutritious salad combines the earthy bitterness of broccoli rabe with the sweetness of dried cranberries and the crunch of sunflower seeds. The massaging process softens the broccoli rabe leaves and enhances the flavors. Perfect as a side dish or a light lunch option.

Ingredients:

• 2 bunches of broccoli rabe, stems trimmed
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Clean and dry the broccoli rabe leaves well

Put olive oil, lemon juice, garlic that has been minced, salt, and pepper in a large bowl

Put the broccoli rabe leaves in the bowl and mix them with the dressing

Do this for two to three minutes, until the leaves start to get soft

Add the dried cranberries and sunflower seeds

You can serve it right away or put it in the fridge for a few hours to let the flavors mix

Have fun with your Cranberry and Broccoli Rabe Salad that has been massaged

Soft and Chewy Walnut Chocolate Chip Cookies

Enjoy the deliciousness of these soft and chewy walnut chocolate chip cookies. These vegan and gluten-free cookies are made with whole grain gluten-free flour and dairy-free chocolate chips, making them ideal for vegans and gluten-free eaters. Every bite has a delightful crunch from the addition of chopped walnuts.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups whole grain gluten-free flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1 flaxseed egg 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions:

Warm your oven up to 350F 175C and put parchment paper on a baking sheet

Mix the baking powder, baking soda, salt, and whole grain gluten-free flour in a bowl with a whisk

Melt the coconut oil and add the maple syrup

Then, add the flaxseed egg and vanilla extract

Mix the ingredients well in a different large bowl

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones while mixing them together

Do this until a dough forms

Add the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts that dont contain dairy

Roll the dough into small balls with your hands and place them on the baking sheet that has been prepared

With your fingers, make each ball a little flatter

Put it in an oven that is already hot and bake it for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown

After taking the cookies out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before moving them to a wire rack to cool all the way down

As a tasty vegan and gluten-free treat, eat these soft and chewy chocolate chip walnut cookies