Vegan Potato Salad

Vegan version of a traditional German potato salad. Very tasty with smoked salt and tofu and avocado with kala namak.

Okay, let’s be honest. When it comes to Germans and salad, we’re quite one weird nation. Being called the sausage nation by our dear austrian neighbours it’s only logical that we add meat even to a healthy dish such as a salad. When Germans start their BBQ season (which could already be around January / […]

Stuffed Sweet Potato with spinach & feta

Recipe for stuffed sweet potato with spinach, feta cheese, parmesan and pine seeds. Comforting, simple and delicious!

I have a thing for stuffed vegetable, let it be egg plant, zucchini, peppers and even mushrooms. It is such a convenient, comforting food that satisfies even the meat lovers (well, sometimes we fill it with ground pork, but even without it, they are happy… I guess). 

Vegan Chocolate Mousse with silken Tofu

Recipe for vegan chocolate mousse made of silken tofu with peanut butter, blueberries and physalis.

Sometimes my mom is a genuine sweetheart. Since my dad has all those allergies against cow milk products and egg (to just mention the worst) she transformed into a vegan dessert-master. The internet is hereby her best friend when searching for the greatest recipe ideas and instructions for vegan alternatives. The most beautiful thing about […]

How to host a Sushi Party

Different pieces of sushi on a wooden cutting board

Last weekend I hosted a sushi party at a friends place. We were a semi large group of 10 people – all severe sushi lovers and big eaters. Since the party was a big success I’d like to give you some advice on how to host a sushi party for many people without breaking into […]

Zoodles with Tahini & Soy Sauce

Comfort food recipe: Zoodles – Zucchini Noodles – with Tahini & Soy Sauce

Happy New Year everybody! I hope you all had a great start into the new year and enjoyed the night either relaxing at home or partying like there’s no tomorrow. I personally am not a big fan of New Years Eve, which is why I decided not to spend money that evening but to earn […]

Miso Soup for Beginners

Grundrezept für Miso Suppe

Today I have a healthy, vegan miso soup recipe for you, which you can either enjoy as a standalone main course or (if you omit the noodles) serve as a starter if you’re throwing a Sushi Party. This classic recipe from the Japanese cuisine really shouldn’t be missing on such a Sushi-loving blog.

Cashew-Coconut-Pancakes

Recipe for Cashew Butter Coconut Milk Pancakes with a Curd Coconut Topping garnished with Cashew Seeds and Pomegranate

Remember that post about Cashew Butter? Here’s a recipe that’ll change your life. You will see everything in a whole new light after eating those straight from heaven cashew coconut pancakes with pomegranate. Your worries will fade away, problems will solve all alone and your level of attractiveness  will increase exponentially.

Avocado Salad with Tahini-Dressing

Recipe for a creamy avocado salad with roasted Pine Seeds, Beetroot, Tomato, Feta Cheese and a rich and hearty tahini dressing. Recipe and Foodstyling from Purple Avocado

I love salads. When I don’t feel like cooking or spending more than 20 minutes in the kitchen I usually grab some veggies and make a badass salad. In order to make your salad stand out and be more interesting than the annual mixed salad for bbq to pretend you’re eating kind of healthy, you […]

Homemade Cashew Butter

Recipe for Homemade Cashew Butter and its amazing variability

We need to talk. About cashew butter and why you should let those wannabe nuts change your life. When I started my journey into the world of good and healthy food I read a lot about good and bad fats. I learned that butter and margarine are not really that healthy for you. And let’s be […]

Black Sushi with Pumpkin

Give your Sushi a little twist and try this black rice, roasted pumpkin suhi version. It does not only look bad ass, it's goddamn delicious

Hello and a warm welcome on Purple Avocado! For years I’ve been thinking about giving my passions for food and photography some more space in the form of a food blog. And what you can see here is my new darling. What is it about? Awesome photos, fancy, unusual foods and easy to cook recipes. […]