Here's a recipe that will show you how simple and enjoyable tofu can be. Tofu, made from soybeans, is protein-packed and cholesterol-free. Featured on Vegan Dad's blog, this egg-free salad is more than just another sandwich spread. Feel free to improvise by adding carrot, celery, parsely, or anything else you like. Serve it on bread or wrap it up with lettuce and tomato in a tortilla. Since tofu absorbs flavor over time, this recipe tastes even better the next day.

Ingredients:

1 pkg firm or extra firm tofu, pressed
3 Tbs. dill pickle, minced
1 green onion, minced
1 Tbs. Dijon mustard
¼ tsp paprika
¼ tsp tumeric
freshly ground pepper
Nayonaise or Vegenaise

Directions:

1. In a bowl, crumble tofu with your hands; make it as chunky or as fine as you want.
2. Add dill pickle, onion, mustard, paprika, tumeric, and pepper.
3. Add in enough Nayonaise or Vegenaise to get the consistency you like; mix well.
4. Refrigerate until ready to use.

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Nasoya Nayonaise is a delicious vegi/soy-based alternative to mayonnaise. Regular or fat-free Nayonaise is perfect for sandwiches, cold vegetable or pasta salads -- even salad dressings. Made with organic soybeans and without eggs, it is all-natural and contains no preservatives, artificial colors or artificial flavors. Original Nayonaise has 70% fewer calories than mayonnaise! Look for Nasoya spreads in the condiment or fresh produce section at your local grocer. Varieties include Original, Fat-Free, and Dijon Style.

For nutritional and product information, visit www.NaSoya.com!

Recent findings reveal that young women can reduce their risk for breast cancer by consuming soy foods. A National Cancer Institute study found that women who had consumed soy foods between ages 5 and 11 lowered their risk for breast cancer later in life by 58%. A separate study in China found that consuming soy between ages 13 and 15 reduced breast cancer risk by 49%. Some scientists speculate that the anti-estrogen effects of isoflavones found in soy provide protection from breast cancers.

In yet another study, Harvard researchers asked more than 40,000 women what they ate in high school and followed their health over the next seven years. Findings revealed that those who reported eating the most red meat and processed meat during their teen years had a more than 30% higher risk for getting breast cancer as adults.

Because vegan teens don’t eat meat and are more likely than non-vegans to consume soy products, they are most likely to reap these benefits. Studies have also shown that young vegetarians and vegans have higher intakes of fruits, vegetables and whole grains which may protect against chronic disease. All of which is especially important since eating patterns and preferences are often established early in life.

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Do you know that animal agriculture contributes more to global warming greenhouse gases than automobiles? Click here for details. This means we can all do something every day to reduce global warming, improve our health, and protect animals. If you haven't yet made the important decision to transition toward a vegan diet, now is the time! April 22nd is Earth Day, so this is your chance to make a difference and inspire others to join you.

Educate your loved ones about the link between diet and global warming. Request some of our free colorful handouts for Earth Day and give them to your friends, family, neighbors, and anyone else who may be interested.

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