01/15/25 Veganuary with Igor Barberić
A short Veganuary video recipe for a vegan burrito
- Animal Friends Croatia and Igor Barberić invite you to join the Veggie Challenge in January
Igor Barberić, Veggie Challenge Ambassador, announced last week that during Veganuary he would be sharing recipes for delicious plant-based dishes in cooperation with Animal Friends Croatia. To the delight of many gourmets, the first recipe was for a burrito with brown lentils, black beans and chopped walnuts.
“Burrito is a perfect meal on the move because you can eat it without using any utensils. You can adjust it to your own preferences: the choice of legumes, vegetables, sauces, and spices is infinite. It is one of my favourite dishes, partly because of its simplicity, partly because you just cannot go wrong with this recipe – everyone likes it. Besides, my version is full of fibre, protein, folic acid, omega-3 fatty acids, and iron. It is one of the rare fast-food dishes that is truly healthy,” stated Igor Barberić, famous choreographer and director, as well as one of the favourite TV celebrities.
Igor had been vegetarian for 10 years before he decided to go vegan 15 years ago when he realised that animals are subjected to suffering even for milk, eggs, and cheese, and that veganism was the healthiest lifestyle as well as the most sustainable for the planet. As the Veggie Challenge ambassador, he is trying to show the public that veganism is not demanding, expensive or complicated, as well as highlight all benefits that a vegan lifestyle brings.
“By changing our dietary habits, we can only help our own health, animals, the environment, as well as help reduce world hunger. Veganism is not just a diet: it is a conscious decision that brings benefits on many levels – personal, social, and global. Plant-based food provides you with a feeling of lightness and higher levels of energy, while fibre in plant-based ingredients considerably improves the health of our digestive system. Many report feeling mentally clearer and emotionally more stable with the vegan diet. In addition, plant-based food eliminates the need to exploit animals by reducing their suffering and promoting compassion towards all beings. The production of plant-based food uses less water, energy, and other resources in comparison with meat industry, thus helping preserve natural habitats and reducing deforestation,” explained Animal Friends Croatia. They invited everyone to join all those who will sign up for Veganuary this month and to learn more about vegan food with professional and friendly support.
“There is a lot of space for exploring plant-based food and inspiration can be found in the many cuisines of the world: from Mexican, Indian to the Mediterranean and Asian. Even many Croatian traditional dishes can be prepared as plant-based versions. People are often surprised how simple and quick it is to prepare vegan recipes, while so rich in taste and nutrients. Just the feeling that you are doing something positive for yourself, other people and the environment can bring you immense joy. Even slight changes that you can introduce in your life, such as replacing just one meal a day with a plant-based option, can have a huge effect. The Veggie Challenge and Veganuary are there to stimulate and motivate you. Go ahead and sign up, you will not regret it,” added Igor.
Since 2014, Veganuary has inspired and supported millions of people in their attempt to try a vegan lifestyle and a plant-based diet, with participants from almost every country in the world. For years, they have encouraged more vegan options in stores and restaurants, making vegan diet benefits more visible and making vegan dishes and products more readily available to the public.
Animal Friends Croatia invites you to watch Igor’s recipe and sign up for the Croatian equivalent of Veganuary, Veggie Challenge, here.
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