A balanced diet is the key to good nutrition - and nutrition is the foundation of our health and well-being. This recipe book, complete with tantalizing full-color photos, is your inspiration to explore a wide range of homemade, whole food, vegan meals, including many raw food recipes to give you a full range of nutrients and enzymes. You'll be introduced to colorful and delicious Asian ingredients such as bitter melon, okra, lotus root, wood ear and shiitake mushrooms, gai-lan (Chinese broccoli), and water spinach. With more than seventy meal ideas, there's something for everyone, including gluten-free, vegan, whole grain, and legume options. With easy prep and many delicious choices, Plant-Based Whole Food Recipes is an indispensable tool for healthy living!