Try This Vegan Buffalo Ranch “Chicken” Wrap You Meat Eating Partner Will Love
With some big games coming up and Meatless Monday let’s think about options. Vegan Buffalo Ranch “Chicken” Wrap is a meal we have been having around here as my husband has been following the sports teams’ seasons get underway.
Sometimes vegan workarounds are almost too good to be true with regards to reworking a classic dish that you may have had in the past.
If you haven’t started incorporating mushrooms this recipe would be a great place to start.
My childhood memories of mushrooms are odd at best – slimy button mushrooms added into dishes that never seemed quite right. It’s no wonder that I wasn’t excited to cook with them.
Food Can Be a Powerful Tool for Creating Health
The food we eat has a major impact on our health, but the way we prepare it can also have an effect. Eating a diet high in processed foods, sugar, and unhealthy fats can lead to many health problems, such as obesity and heart disease. But what if I told you that changing just one of these factors could make all the difference? Just by cooking a meal with healthier ingredients, you can improve your health. Getting rid of heavy meats like pork or chicken that are classically in wraps can bring levity into your health. These Vegan Buffalo Ranch “Chicken” Wraps will take a little investment in time but could be a fun option for the family trying to blend goals.
This Wrap is Cruncy and Delicious and Phytonutrient Rich
You can add extra nutrients to this recipe by adding hemp and flax into the breading mixture. There are many variations of this and gluten-free bread crumbs are also available. If you wanted to avoid gluten, you could also use almond or coconut flour to ensure a little crunch is there.
I also find the extra flavor from the other elements is just wonderful.
For example, I love to put the Slaw on soup and sandwiches.
Salad or Wrap?
What is the best way to eat these tenders?
If you prefer a lower carb option, you can forgo the wrap and all these tasty ingredients to a wrap.
I like to lightly steam raw vegetables to make them more digestible when adding to a bowl like this.
No matter how you like to eat the ingredients, it is a fantastic option to use trumpet mushrooms as their texture and ability to blend with others flavors makes them a really enjoyable plant-based meatless option.
Most of the time, I get my mushrooms from our local Farmer’s Market and they have a wonderful variety.
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Video Tutorial
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Recipe
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Vegan Buffalo Ranch "Chicken" Wrap uses trumpet mushrooms that have a wonderful texture and can take up flavor nicely.
Ingredients
Scale
Breading:
1 medium “bunch” of trumpet mushrooms
2 cups panko bread crumbs
1 tbsp fresh or 1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp pepper
2 tbsp ground flax
2 tbsp hemp seeds
2 tbsp flour of your choice
1 tbsp dill
“Flax egg” for dipping
2 tbsp ground flax
1/2– 3/4 cup water
1 tbsp flour
Instructions
Shred mushrooms and dip into flax egg then into panko bread crumbs. Bake at 350 until crispy 15-20 minutes or air fryer.
Create wrap by:
Melt vegan cheddar on wrap (can omit cheese).
Mix vegan ranch with romaine lettuce.
Add spicy red cabbage slaw and Buffalo cauliflower rice (see previous recipes).
Add avocado.
Roll up and slice.
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Category:Main Course
Cuisine:American
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What is Seasonal Eating?
The role of local and/or seasonal eating is one that I am particularly interested in. I believe the connection to seasonal living builds a steady and essential connection to nature. Fortunately for me, it is not just my opinion; scientific data exists to explore this notion.
Eating locally and seasonally has been proposed to reduce the environmental impact of food production and enhance consumer health (Macdiarmid, 2013). However, the evidence supporting this idea is mixed. While some studies have found that local food can be inferior to non-local food (Edwards-Jones, 2010), others have highlighted the potential benefits of consuming local seasonal food for sustainable consumption (Vargas, 2021). The link between eating seasonally and a reduction of environmental impacts in the food chain has also been explored, with some research suggesting a potential benefit (Brooks, 2011). However, the overall impact of eating locally and seasonally on health and the environment remains complex and nuanced.
References
Macdiarmid JI. Seasonality and dietary requirements: will eating seasonal food contribute to health and environmental sustainability? Proceedings of the Nutrition Society. 2014;73(3):368-375.
Edwards-Jones G. Does eating local food reduce the environmental impact of food production and enhance consumer health? Proc Nutr Soc. 2010 Nov;69(4):582-91.
Vargas AM, de Moura AP, Deliza R, Cunha LM. The Role of Local Seasonal Foods in Enhancing Sustainable Food Consumption: A Systematic Literature Review. Foods. 2021; 10(9):2206.
Brooks, M., Foster, C., Holmes, M.R., & Wiltshire, J.J. (2011). Does consuming seasonal foods benefit the environment? Insights from recent research. Nutrition Bulletin, 36, 449-453.
Jaqua E, Biddy E, Moore C, Browne G. The Impact of the Six Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine on Brain Health. Cureus. 2023 Feb 3;15(2):e34605.
Elicit; Elicit: The Al Research Assistant; https://elicit.com; accessed 2/8/2024
In the complexity of considering the regional needs and long-term goals of feeding populations, I also believe that seasonal and, when feasible, local eating helps us cultivate mindfulness skills, paying attention to what is close and relevant. Exploring markets and local farms builds community connections, which is also part of Lifestyle Medicine’s core pillars of health.
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