While it’s economically advantageous to purchase bulk quantities of the pantry staples, such as green lentils, it means that you need to find a lot of vegan recipes that contain them to keep things interesting. We bought a 25 pound bag of green lentils, so it provides the opportunity to experiment. A lot! But it […]
Jen’s favorite spicy vegetable vegan sandwich
This is my favorite sandwich to make. This one is a regular go-to for lunch. It’s easy to make, and of course adjust based on whatever vegetables are in season and in the fridge at the moment. The key is the red-pepper jelly or jam along with some form of vegan non-cheese spread (vegan cream […]
Simple vegan spicy noodle soup: a plant-based diet staple (Oil free, low fat, vegan)
I turn to soups full of vegetables all the time for my lunch. Not only are they healthy, delicious and versatile (spice-wise), they use up whatever you have in the fridge. This plant-based vegan spicy noodle soup is an incredibly simple and quick lunch. And it has enough flavor so despite its simple nature, it’s […]
Dairy-free raspberry vegan yogurt sweetened with stevia
This raspberry “yogurt” is a sugar-free dessert that is naturally sweetened: we use pure unprocessed stevia and fruit to sweeten it, along with the raspberries. You can enjoy this all natural plant-based yogurt without any of the added guilt. This isn’t a traditional yogurt (there isn’t any culture in this recipe), but the chia seed […]
Mac and Cheese: Simple plant-based vegan mac n cheese
This vegan Mac n Cheeze is incredibly easy to make with any blender, especially a high powered one like the Vitamix. And so many fewer chemicals and less guilt than the original. I also tried the vegan cheese sauce with chickpea noodles made by Banza, and didn’t miss “regular” noodles. I love the limited ingredient […]
Chili spiced corn: flavorful vegan side dish perfect for your guests
This delicious recipe is spicy and rich in flavors and colors, while entirely vegan. Enjoy it as a side dish, or serve on top of a salad dressed with a simple vinaigrette! It’s a really pretty dish to add to a plate served to houseguests. Adjust the level of spice to your own taste. The […]
Creamy Ginger Tahini drizzled Carrot, Fennel, and Avocado Vegan Salad
This salad has a variety of textures and flavors that will add variety to your plant-based diet. Not to mention it’s incredibly colorful, enough to brighten up the dreariest of afternoons. The carrots and fennel are crunchy, and blend with the soft and flavorful avocado. A bright ginger citrus tahini dressing pairs beautifully with the […]
