15 Healthy, Alkaline Recipes To Recreate!

Proponents of a high-alkaline diet believe that this style of eating can improve digestion and help prevent cancer, osteoporosis, allergies, obesity, fatigue, and other conditions. Although the scientific jury is still out on the exacts of this, many ‘alkaline foods’ are undeniably some of the healthiest around.

Alkaline foods include Lentils, Lima Beans, Navy Beans, Avocado, Coconut (fresh), Figs, Rutabaga, Potatoes, Turnips, Yams, and a few more! So, it’s a must to include these in your diet.

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Check out these 15 recipes that include all of these great ingredients.

1. Green Pea and Avocado Spread

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Julie Van den Kerchove‘s Green Pea and Avocado Spread has the sweet, refreshing taste of green peas combined with creamy avocado. Not only is it super healthy, but it’s also alkaline and super versatile!

2. Onion and Bell Pepper Masala

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Kushi‘s Onion and Bell Pepper Masala recipe is a deliciously spicy and complex-tasting addition to any alkaline-friendly dinner table.

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3. Raw Vegan Meltaway Balls

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Karielyn Tillman‘s Raw Vegan Meltaway Balls can be eaten for breakfast or as a snack throughout the day.

4. Broccoli Mushroom Rotini Casserole

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Vegetables like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and cauliflower are alkaline-promoting foods. So try this delicious Broccoli Mushroom Rotini Casserole by Veronica Grace for the perfect dinner.

5. Kale and Golden Beet Salad

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Greens like kale, spinach, lettuce, and collard greens are great alkaline foods to incorporate, so Jessica Walker‘s Kale and Golden Beet Salad will make the perfect light lunch or side dish.

6. Spanakopita: Greek Spinach Pie

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Jennifer Strohmeyer‘s Spanakopita: Greek Spinach Pie has the feta from the traditional recipe removed, in favor of healthier ingredients.

7. High Protein Spinach and Rice Balls

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For another dish packed with spinach, try this High Protein Spinach and Rice Balls recipe by Philipp Ertl. They’re easy and fun to make and also a great way to get your greens in, kids will love them.

8. Lime and Coconut Panna Cotta

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Lemon and limes are acidic, right? Well, yes they are, but they become alkaline within the body. This Lime and Coconut Panna Cotta by Rithika Ramesh has a light, mild lime flavor which still manages to overpower the coconut.

9. Creamy Lemon Herb Dressing

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You can also use this Creamy Lemon Herb Dressing by Julie West on your spinach salad, for the ultimate alkalized dish.

10. Minced Tempeh Salad With Lemongrass, Sesame, and Cashews

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Nuts, such as almonds, cashews, macadamia, and chestnuts are another great alkalizing food group. Catherine Dorrell‘s Minced Tempeh Salad With Lemongrass, Sesame, and Cashews will help you add them to your diet easily.

11. Energency Protein Bars

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These Energency Protein Bars by Taralynn McNitt are a perfect way to get some nuts into your diet, and are easy to take with you on the go or to eat on your ride home.

12. Traditional ‘Beef’ Stew Recipe

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Root vegetables include sweet potatoes, potatoes, yams, and carrots. These alkaline vegetables are easy to incorporate. This Traditional ‘Beef’ Stew Recipe will warm your entire soul.

13. Lentil-Stuffed Potato Cakes

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Maya Sozer‘s Lentil-Stuffed Potato Cakes include 2 alkaline foods; lentils and potatoes. Besides being good for you, they taste delicious too.

14. Savory Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl

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Amy Height‘s Savory Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl recipe is a great way to add sweet potatoes to breakfast. It’s also very, very easy to make.

15. Thai Green Vegetable Curry

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For the perfect lunch, opt for Ella Suihko‘s Thai Green Vegetable Curry bowl. For extra protein, you can add tofu or a variety of different beans.

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