Get the latest recipes from Johnnysangel http://www.grouprecipes.com/people/johnnysangel Red Thai curry paste adds heat and depth of flavor to this simple soup. If you like, omit the chicken and spinach to make an even simpler first-course soup. http://www.grouprecipes.com/79131/curried-squash-and-chicken-soup.html Women in Okinawa boast the longest lifespan in all of Japan. A study of Okinawan centenarians attributes their lasting health to low calorie intake. "Okinawans mainly eat tofu and sea vegetables," Andoh says--staples that are naturally low in calories. In this recipe, tofu soaks up the flavors of mirin, chili-garlic sauce, and natural inflammation-reducer fresh ginger, which soothes nausea and helps beat arthritis and ovarian cancer. http://www.grouprecipes.com/79121/tender-ginger-tofu.html The fast food of Japan, donburi (which means "bowl") consists of rice topped with seasonal veggies and lean meat. Though ingredients vary depending on the season and the region, it's always spiked with bold flavors that transform anti-aging greens into a treat. This version features good-for-you spinach, which delivers 13 types of flavonoids that fight cancer, vitamin K to build bones, and folate and magnesium to protect against cardiovascular disease. http://www.grouprecipes.com/79116/chicken-and-egg-donburi.html This wilted spinach salad doesn’t follow the bacon-and-egg tradition but it’s big on flavor with rich sherry vinegar, a touch of smoky paprika and briny olives. http://www.grouprecipes.com/79112/wilted-spinach-salad-with-sherry-vinaigrette.html This mix of fruit, spinach and turkey is irresistible. http://www.grouprecipes.com/55034/turkey-spinach-salad-with-currant-dressing.html This green salad has just the right amount of sweetness in the form of oranges and honey dressing. http://www.grouprecipes.com/55030/fresh-green-salad-with-orange-segments-and-fat-free-honey-dressing.html This dish is simple to make and the sauce is wonderful. http://www.grouprecipes.com/55029/lime-sauced-chicken.html There's just a little bit of margarine in the crumb topping which, divided over 12 muffins, doesn't even affect the fat count. But leave it out, if you want. http://www.grouprecipes.com/42643/zucchini-muffins-with-cinnamon-crumb-topping.html This is a very basic bread, not much to write about, but I've included the recipe here in case you ever need a simple, vegan quick bread. (This is made the traditional way...without any enhancements, but you can add herbs or raisins or any other flavorings to make it fancier.) http://www.grouprecipes.com/42639/vegan-irish-soda-bread.html Roasted Red Potatoes with Dill and Horseradish Sauce. To make horseradish sauce, simply mix prepared horseradish with your favorite vegan mayo to taste until you reach the right spiciness level. (Vegan horseradish can be hard to find; always read ingredients to make sure there are no eggs or dairy products. Better still, prepare your own.) http://www.grouprecipes.com/42638/roasted-red-potatoes-with-dill.html