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Vegetarian, Gluten-free Shish Kebab Recipe

Nancy Addison — Sun, 07 Sep 2025 15:21:45 +0000

This is my vegetarian version of a dish that is traditionally meat cooked on a stick. Shish kebab actually means “roast meat.” The shish kebab was developed by nomadic peoples who once inhabited the area around present-day Turkey. Today, variations of the dish exist in almost every culture. In Asia they are called satay and are usually served with a dipping sauce. The French call them brochettes, meaning skewers. Whatever the terminology, this dish is easy to prepare, serve, and eat.

Shish kebabs make a perfect dinner whether you are entertaining, camping, or want an easy dinner at home. They can be prepared in advance and assembled fairly quickly. For my vegetarian shish kababs, I like to use mushrooms and/or seitan (a wheat-based product with the texture of meat and a high protein content).

The marinade for them can be as easy as your favorite teriyaki sauce, Italian salad dressing, or barbeque sauce—or you can be creative and mix and match fruit juices, hot sauces, herbs, and spices to create your own signature marinade. Allow the mushrooms and/or seitan to marinate for at least an hour in the refrigerator to absorb the flavor. I use an organic gluten-free teriyaki sauce.

“Dinner on a stick” is especially fun as a hands-on cooking and eating experience for kids. The main utensil needed will be stainless steel/metal or wood skewers. Always soak wood skewers 20–30 minutes, and then dry off any excess water before assembling. This keeps them from catching fire while cooking.

This is a great vegetarian dish that can fill that craving for a meaty food. When I first became a vegetarian, I missed the chewing, the barbecue sauce, and the texture of meat. Wheat meat, or seitan, really can be extremely delicious. I prefer to use seitan instead of tofu. Seitan has twice the amount of protein as tofu, and I like the texture better. Mushrooms are also a wonderful, hearty substitute for meat. (My recommendation is to always buy certified organic Non-GMO ingredients (especially Seitan) if possible, or don’t buy it at all.)

In my recipe below, I have combined the two to make a rich, hearty meal. Mix in a variety of flavors and colors by adding different fruits and vegetables. When everything comes together, you will have a beautiful, fun, and delicious meal!

This recipe will fill approximately 25 8-inch skewers.

Ingredients:

1 lb. seitan, cut in 11⁄2-inch cubes

1 lb. button mushrooms, stems removed
1 c. or more teriyaki sauce
extra virgin, pure coconut oil
1 large red onion, cut in 1 inch cubes

2 zucchini, thickly sliced

1 and 1⁄2 c. cherry tomatoes, whole
1 pineapple, cut into 1-inch cubes
salt to taste (optional)
black pepper to taste (optional)

Directions:

Place mushrooms and seitan in a large Ziploc bag with enough teriyaki sauce to completely cover them. Refrigerate an hour or two, turning bag over every once in a while, to make sure mushrooms are thoroughly marinated.
If you are using a grill, start the fire. Skewers can also be broiled or baked in the oven, or grilled on an electric indoor grill.
If using wood skewers, soak in water 20–30 minutes, then dry.
Rub skewers with coconut oil.
Assemble skewers with mushrooms, onion, zucchini, tomatoes, seitan, and pineapple.
Put skewers in a large Ziploc baggie with teriyaki sauce and keep in the refrigerator until time to cook.
Bake, broil, or grill shish kebabs over medium heat for about 10 minutes, or until seitan is done to your liking, turning kebabs every few minutes. Make sure they don’t burn.
Season with mineral-rich salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Notes:

Teriyaki sauce is rather salty. Because of this, you may not need to add additional salt and pepper to this recipe.
You can also cut a yellow, red, or orange bell pepper to be one of the ingredients on the shish kebab.
3. For a nice glaze, and to keep kebabs more moist, brush them with marinade while cooking.

Variation:

Make your own marinade for this dish. Using olive oil, garlic, herbs, soy sauce, and a little maple syrup or brown rice syrup, you can make a very nice marinade of your own creation.

This is an excerpt from “How to Be a Healthy Vegetarian,” Second Edition, pages 229 -230, by Nancy Addison

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Information provided in this podcast, blog, article, video is for informational purposes only. The information is a result of years of practice and experience by Nancy Addison CHC. However, this information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging.
Do not use the information provided in this blog, audio podcast, article, video for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health care provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read in this email.
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Cucumber Soup Recipe – Gluten-free & Plant-based

Nancy Addison — Sat, 18 May 2024 13:27:45 +0000

This is an easy, delicious, and refreshing soup to serve cool, on a warm summer day. I have frequently served this to guests when they arrive at my home!

Cucumbers are especially good because they contain a “hormone needed by the beta cells of the pancreas to produce insulin. The enzyme crepsin in cucumbers is targeted toward breaking down excessive protein in the kidneys.” (1) Cucumbers have an amazing amount of nutrients in them. They can be used extensively in a healthy and healing eating plan!

Ingredients

1 Avocado (peeled and the seed removed)

1 Cucumber ( I cut into chunks, but leave the skin on)

4 T. Dill weed ( fresh is best, but dried works also)

2 teaspoons Lime or Lemon juice

½ teaspoon Mineral-rich, pink Salt

¼ cup Pure, Mineral-rich Water

Directions

1. Blend in blender until smooth and creamy. (If it is too thick, add some more water.)

Source:1. Cousens, Gabriel and Rainoshek, David. (2008). There is a Cure for Diabetes. Berkeley, CA: North Atlantic Books. p. 192.

Notes:

1. Remember to buy organic and non-GMO foods, if possible.

Remember, the main ingredient is always love!

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Do not use the information provided in this blog, audio podcast, article, video for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health care provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read in this email.Information provided in this video or audio and the use of any products or services related to this video by you DOES NOT create a health counselor-client relationship between you and Nancy Addison, certified health counselor. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Baked Cauliflower With Tahini Sauce And Raisins – Gluten-free & Plant-based

Nancy Addison — Sun, 07 Jan 2024 00:24:44 +0000

Baked cauliflower is always delicious, but when you add tahini sauce to it, the health benefits soar. Tahini is a sesame butter/paste that is popular in Middle Eastern cuisine.

“Studies show sesamol, a natural chemical found in sesame seeds and sesame oil, has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging benefits. Other studies say it also has strong anti-cancer effects. Sesame seeds have more phytosterols than other nuts and seeds.“

Tahini is made of three ingredients: hulled sesame seeds, sesame seed oil, and oftentimes salt. Hulled sesame seeds are normally toasted, and then ground to create a smooth, creamy seed butter with a pourable consistency.

You can make tahini yourself from organic sprouted sesame seeds or toasted sesame seeds. Simply grind the sprouted sesame seeds in a food processor with a little organic extra virgin olive oil, and a tiny bit of mineral-rich salt, until it is smooth and creamy. Sprouting or toasting the sesame seeds makes them more digestible and removes the enzyme inhibitors.

My daughter Amanda taught me the following tahini sauce recipe over Thanksgiving. It is a marvelous way to make cauliflower or leafy greens delectable!

You can serve this sauce over any variety of vegetables or greens that you sauté or steam. It can be served over cooked brown rice or quinoa to make a main dish. Raw vegetables are also good with this sauce. This sauce is gluten-free, vegan, healthy, savory, simple, rich in protein, and delicious!

The tahini sauce with sautéed or steamed vegetables or greens makes a fantastic dish to serve at special group meals, because it accommodates people with special dining requirements.

Recipe for Roasted Cauliflower With Tahini Sauce

Ingredients

1 head organic cauliflower

organic coconut oil for cooking

mineral-rich salt to taste

1/2 or 1 cup organic raisins

1 cup tahini sauce (recipe below)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

2. Cut up cauliflower into bite-size florets.

3. Coat the cauliflower with coconut oil and place in a baking dish. Sprinkle lightly with salt.

4. Bake the cauliflower for about 20 minutes or until it is soft enough to eat.

5. While the cauliflower is baking, make the tahini sauce and add the raisins to the mixture.

6. When the cauliflower is ready, remove it from the heat, coat the cauliflower generously with the tahini sauce and raisins.

7. Place this coated cauliflower with tahini sauce back in the baking dish and put it back in the oven for about 3 minutes, until the raisins are soft.

8. Serve warm.

Tahini Sauce Recipe

This recipe makes about 1 cup. It will serve two to four people.
It is easy to double or triple this recipe. It stores well in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator.

Ingredients

1 cup of organic, raw tahini

Juice of half a lemon or lime

Add salt, black pepper, and garlic powder or fresh minced garlic to taste

Note: Use these measurements below, if you require specific amounts.

1/8 tsp. mineral-rich salt

1/8 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1/8 tsp. garlic powder or two cloves of fresh minced garlic

Directions

1. Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl.

2. Pour or spoon over your cauliflower or your vegetable of choice.

3. I like to serve this sauce warm

Be sure to add that main ingredient!
The main ingredient is always LOVE!

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Medical Disclaimer:

Information provided in this video or audio and the use of any products or services related to this video by you DOES NOT create a health counselor-client relationship between you and Nancy Addison, certified health counselor. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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gourmet – Organic Healthy Life – Nancy Addison – Nutrition

Vegetarian, Gluten-free Shish Kebab Recipe

Ingredients:

Notes:

Cucumber Soup Recipe – Gluten-free & Plant-based

This is an easy, delicious, and refreshing soup to serve cool, on a warm summer day. I have frequently served this to guests when they arrive at my home!

Ingredients

1 Avocado (peeled and the seed removed)

1 Cucumber ( I cut into chunks, but leave the skin on)

4 T. Dill weed ( fresh is best, but dried works also)

2 teaspoons Lime or Lemon juice

½ teaspoon Mineral-rich, pink Salt

¼ cup Pure, Mineral-rich Water

Directions

1. Blend in blender until smooth and creamy. (If it is too thick, add some more water.)

Notes:

1. Remember to buy organic and non-GMO foods, if possible.

Remember, the main ingredient is always love!

Medical Disclaimer:

Baked Cauliflower With Tahini Sauce And Raisins – Gluten-free & Plant-based

Baked cauliflower is always delicious, but when you add tahini sauce to it, the health benefits soar. Tahini is a sesame butter/paste that is popular in Middle Eastern cuisine.

“Studies show sesamol, a natural chemical found in sesame seeds and sesame oil, has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging benefits. Other studies say it also has strong anti-cancer effects. Sesame seeds have more phytosterols than other nuts and seeds.“

Tahini is made of three ingredients: hulled sesame seeds, sesame seed oil, and oftentimes salt. Hulled sesame seeds are normally toasted, and then ground to create a smooth, creamy seed butter with a pourable consistency.

My daughter Amanda taught me the following tahini sauce recipe over Thanksgiving. It is a marvelous way to make cauliflower or leafy greens delectable!

You can serve this sauce over any variety of vegetables or greens that you sauté or steam. It can be served over cooked brown rice or quinoa to make a main dish. Raw vegetables are also good with this sauce. This sauce is gluten-free, vegan, healthy, savory, simple, rich in protein, and delicious!

The tahini sauce with sautéed or steamed vegetables or greens makes a fantastic dish to serve at special group meals, because it accommodates people with special dining requirements.

Recipe for Roasted Cauliflower With Tahini Sauce

Ingredients

1 head organic cauliflower

organic coconut oil for cooking

mineral-rich salt to taste

1/2 or 1 cup organic raisins

1 cup tahini sauce (recipe below)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

2. Cut up cauliflower into bite-size florets.

3. Coat the cauliflower with coconut oil and place in a baking dish. Sprinkle lightly with salt.

4. Bake the cauliflower for about 20 minutes or until it is soft enough to eat.

5. While the cauliflower is baking, make the tahini sauce and add the raisins to the mixture.

6. When the cauliflower is ready, remove it from the heat, coat the cauliflower generously with the tahini sauce and raisins.

7. Place this coated cauliflower with tahini sauce back in the baking dish and put it back in the oven for about 3 minutes, until the raisins are soft.

8. Serve warm.

Tahini Sauce Recipe

This recipe makes about 1 cup. It will serve two to four people. It is easy to double or triple this recipe. It stores well in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator.

Ingredients

1 cup of organic, raw tahini

Juice of half a lemon or lime

Add salt, black pepper, and garlic powder or fresh minced garlic to taste

Note: Use these measurements below, if you require specific amounts.

1/8 tsp. mineral-rich salt

1/8 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1/8 tsp. garlic powder or two cloves of fresh minced garlic

Directions

1. Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl.

2. Pour or spoon over your cauliflower or your vegetable of choice.

3. I like to serve this sauce warm

Be sure to add that main ingredient! The main ingredient is always LOVE!

This recipe makes about 1 cup. It will serve two to four people.
It is easy to double or triple this recipe. It stores well in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator.

Be sure to add that main ingredient!
The main ingredient is always LOVE!