Blogger Spotlight: Judy Moosmueller of Heart to Plate!

This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Judy Moosmueller, who runs Heart to Plate. Judy’s creative and experimental food choices are always exciting, and she hopes to “give inspiration and awareness for simple, but healthy whole foods and a holistic lifestyle that nourishes body and spirit.” She also states the importance of enjoying your experiences with food, saying “it’s important to me to have fun in the kitchen, experiment and always eat with joy and gratitude.”

We can certainly get on board with that philosophy! With Judy’s belief in the interconnectedness of the world, her food shines as she showcases ingredients thoughtfully and with great awareness. If you’re looking for delicious recipes that are consciously created, Judy Moosmueller is the person to keep your eye on!

We found our favorite recipe of Judy’s from our Food Monster App, check them out!

1. Sweet Potato, Sesame and Chickpea Pizza [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

This Sweet Potato, Sesame, and Chickpea Pizza is a unique and delicious creation! The crust is wheat-free, gluten-free, yeast-free and grain-free. (A lot of free’s in there…) The base is a combo of vegetables, legumes, and seeds, which yields high-density nutrition. Feel free to add whichever topping suits your taste best!

2. Spiced Indian Tempeh With Vegetables and Quinoa [Vegan]

Put fresh veggies to good use with this Spiced Indian Tempeh with Vegetables and Quinoa. Spiced tempeh with roasted asparagus, tomatoes, black beans, quinoa and Indian spices combines beautiful flavors into an amazing dish. Making it in a cast-iron skillet requires very little fat/oil to cook in, plus you fortify your food with a little bit of iron. Try it out!

3. Zesty Raw Pad Thai [Vegan]

Thai cooking is carefully balanced to bring out all the different flavors in a dish. The recipes are based on blending five basic flavors: salty, sweet, sour, bitter, and hot. You probably know Pad Thai as a rich, stir-fried rice noodle dish commonly served as a street food or at casual local eateries. But have you ever tried a super healthy, raw vegan version of their most famous noodle dish? This Zesty Raw Pad Thai is a wonderful, fresh combination of raw kelp noodles, crunchy fresh veggies and that distinctive sweet and tangy sauce.

4. Red Lentil Curry With Black Tahini and Roasted Cashews [Vegan]

This quick Red Lentil Curry with Black Tahini and Roasted Cashews is simply delicious, super easy and inexpensive to make, plus leftovers can be reheated for up to three days. You may even find it tastes better once set in the fridge overnight and all the flavors are absorbed into the dish. You can hide as many veggies and legumes as you like, depending on what satisfies you best.

5. Lemon Cashew Tarts [Vegan, Raw, Gluten-Free]

These super cute raw Lemon Cashew Tarts are full of vanilla and cheesecake flavor! They taste delicious, light and very refreshing. Make these little beauties for a sweet treat, and enjoy the fact that they’re also raw, vegan, and gluten-free, perfect for people of many different dietary preferences!

6. Buckwheat Sushi With Beetroot Juice, Tempeh, and Avocado [Vegan]

This Buckwheat Sushi With Beetroot Juice, Tempeh, and Avocado is a healthier, more colorful take on a traditional sushi roll. Substituting sushi rice with cooked buckwheat makes it more nutritious and adds that complex carb that keeps you full longer! Adding freshly pressed beetroot juice helps the grains stick together (like traditional sushi rice) and transforms the grains into a beautiful deep purple color, plus adds some extra nutrients to your nori rolls.

7. Nutrient-Dense Broccoli, Peas, and Kale Soup [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

This Nutrient-Dense Broccoli, Peas, and Kale Soup is not only warm and comforting, but nutritionally dense from the amount of greens added to it. Easy to prepare and satisfying to eat! Make it next time you’re needing something to boost your health and warm your belly.

8. Vegetable-Stuffed Baked Eggplant [Vegan]

The eggplant halves in this Vegetable-Stuffed Baked Eggplant are roasted in the oven until brown and then stuffed with a mixture of lightly seasoned quinoa, sautéed mushrooms, and other vegetables. It’s easy to make, but the results are amazing! Don’t limit yourself to the grains and vegetables in the recipe for the stuffing — any vegetables that you use will do! Experiment with different mixtures and enjoy.

9. Chocolate Macadamia Macaroons [Vegan, Raw, Gluten-Free]

Considered to be the world’s most delicious nuts, macadamias are small, crispy buttery flavored powerhouses full of good fats, protein, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. These Chocolate Macadamia Macaroons use them in combination with chocolate and coconut to create a totally tasty treat. Plus, they’re raw and gluten-free? They’re almost too good to be true.

10. Creamy Potato Salad [Vegan, Gluten-Free, Paleo]

A potato salad can actually be quite healthy if it’s done correctly, like with this Creamy Potato Salad! Instead of mayonnaise, creamy homemade hummus was used in this recipe, and the roasted seeds add a beautiful nutty, crunchy texture. Excellent for parties!

11. Moroccan Miso, Lentil and Pumpkin Soup [Vegan]

This Moroccan Miso, Lentil and Pumpkin Soup is inspired by the fresh, vibrant flavors of Morocco. Although it’s not a traditional Moroccan ingredient, the addition of miso paste gives the soup a deeper, more umami flavor. You can also use a Moroccan spice mix if you don’t have the individual spices listed in this recipe.

12. Nepali Rice Pudding [Vegan]

This Nepali Rice Pudding is a simplified and veganized version of a Nepali Ayurvedic rice pudding. It is traditionally eaten as a “first food” for mothers after birth because it aids digestion and helps rebuild energy. You can eat it as a wonderful cold-weather dessert or breakfast that will nourish you from the inside out!

13. Root Veggie Mash [Vegan]

Potatoes aren’t the only thing you can mash! A mix of root veggies creates a wonderful little side dish that pairs well with practically anything, as you can see with this Root Veggie Mash. Lightly seasoned and perfectly smooth, you’ll love this variation on a classic staple.

14. Blueberry and Acai Berry Cheesecake [Vegan, Raw, Gluten-Free]

Made with natural, low-glycemic sugars and plenty of other wonderfully healthy ingredients like activated nuts, superfoods of dried berry powders such as acai, pomegranate, maca and cacao, this Blueberry and Acai Berry Cheesecake is full of enzymes, minerals, and amino acids. Not only that, but it’s crazy delicious! Raw desserts are the best.

15. Herbed Cashew Cheese [Vegan]

Cashews make a fantastic base for many raw food recipes, like this Herbed Cashew Cheese. In addition to zinc from nutritional yeast and cashews, it contains apple cider vinegar and fresh herbs, which are alkalizing. Goji berries add sweetness, but you can swap it out for your favorite dried berry, eat it plain, or add sun-dried tomatoes to make it savory!

Be sure to check out Judy’s page to find more of her amazing recipes, as well as her blog! You can also find more of her recipes on our Food Monster App, which is available for both Android and iPhone, and can also be found on Instagram and Facebook. The app has more than 10,000 plant-based, allergy-friendly recipes, and subscribers gain access to new recipes every day. Check it out!

Lead image source: Heart to Plate