Mindspace Magazine Issue 1 | June 2016 | Page 20

Vegan Summer Food · Vegan Summer Summer picnics are the perfect excuse to indulge in some tasty treats and some much needed vitamin D. We have created the ultimate vegan Pack the perfect picnic! picnic, perfect for a drive to the countryside or simply rolling out a blanket in the garden. FRESH MINT LEMONADE HOMEMADE PAPRIKA HOUMOUS BANANA & WALNUT MUFFINS Our delicious houmous will add a touch of spice to your picnic. This homemade dip will complement anything from glutenfree pitta breads to crunchy carrot sticks. Muffins are a delightful addition to any picnic hamper. Sink your teeth into these light and fluffy vegan Banana and Walnut Muffins for a sweet sensation. We think that this refreshing and thirst quenching mint lemonade would be perfect for a picnic in the sun. It would also make a fabulous mocktail. YOU’LL NEED... YOU’LL NEED... YOU’LL NEED... • • • • • • • • • 400g canned chickpeas 2 tbsp of freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 crushed garlic cloves A pinch of salt 4 tbsp of cold water 2 tbsp of olive oil 2 teaspoons of paprika Gluten-free pitta breads or carrot sticks to serve A food processor WHAT TO DO Drain the chickpeas and wash thoroughly. Place the chickpeas, lemon juice, paprika, garlic, salt and water into a food processor. Blend the ingredients together until they form a creamy puree. Empty the mixture into a Tupperware tub and make the mixture smooth using the back of a spoon. Leave th