Van Life Recipes
Chickpea Salad
Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 ounces) of chickpeas
- 1 cucumber
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup of feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions:
- Start by draining and rinsing the chickpeas under cold water.
- Peel the cucumber and chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, chopped cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and crumbled feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice to make a dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately or store in a cool place until you’re ready to eat.
Granola and Yogurt Parfait
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of your favorite granola
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 1 cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, etc.)
Instructions:
- Grab two cups or glasses. Layer 1/4 cup of granola at the bottom of each cup.
- Add 1/4 cup of Greek yogurt on top of the granola in each cup.
- Layer 1/8 cup of fresh berries on top of the yogurt.
- Repeat these layers until the cups are filled, finishing with a layer of berries on top.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Campfire Chili Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 pound ground meat (beef, turkey, or plant-based)
- 1 can (about 15 oz) beans of your choice, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (about 15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- First, you’ll need to heat a pot over your campfire or on your portable stove. Once heated, add in your ground meat. Cook until browned, stirring occasionally to ensure it cooks evenly. If you’re using plant-based meat, follow the package instructions for cooking.
- While your meat is cooking, dice your onion and mince your garlic. Once your meat is browned, add these to the pot and stir. Cook until the onions become translucent, typically about 5 minutes.
- Next, add in your beans and diced tomatoes (including the liquid from the tomatoes for added flavor), followed by your chili powder and cumin. Stir everything together until it’s well combined.
- Let your chili simmer for about 15 minutes, or until it’s heated through. Stir occasionally to prevent any sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Finally, taste your chili and add salt and pepper as needed. Once it’s seasoned to your liking, it’s ready to serve. Enjoy your campfire chili as a comforting, hearty meal after a day of adventure.