Today's email from Yoga Journal's "Eating Wisely" columnist reminded me of how tough it can be to eat vegetarian... when there are vegetables that you HATE. I know, I know-HATE is a strong word, and I rarely use it. When it comes to onions, however, I can't emphasize it enough! Luckily for me, onions are easy to omit when you are cooking at home. And when it comes to eating out, well, a simple request to the kitchen usually does the trick.
On the other hand, I also really dislike mushrooms! Today's offering from YJ's column included two mushrooms recipes... which is no big deal, I get to skip over them. However, many people assume that because you're not eating a "regular" burger at the restaurant or barbecue, that a portobello mushroom burger is EXACTLY what you've been waiting for! Uh, wrong! Anyway, just like anything else, I have gotten used to finding something else, or being okay with a garden salad until I get home.
What if what you hate though, is tofu? Or broccoli? Or peanuts? An ingredient, that to me, would seem hard to replace, whether for taste or nutrient's-sake? Have you found a suitable stand-in? Or are you still looking? Share your stories of dislike, and maybe we can all brainstorm together...
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