This is an easy, delicious recipe for vegan potato leek soup with Swiss chard. It’s perfect for a cool rainy day, or after a day of hard work. I have to admit… we ate the entire pot of this potato chard soup in one sitting. No leftovers is definitely the sign of a good meal! […]
I grew up eating Fantastic Foods Tofu Scrambler. During college, I couldn’t always afford it. So, I started making my own vegan recipe for tofu scramble from scratch. Sometimes, I would throw in a little oatmeal, as a nod to the old Fantastic Foods’ mix. Since then, I still make my own tofu scramble, […]
When I think of tofu marinades, I usually think of soy sauce or BBQ. And yet, this herby garlic tofu marinade works so nicely! This recipe for grilled lemon, garlic and herb tofu skewers is not hard to make, but it takes time to marinate (~3 hours). If you are able to marinate a bit […]
Wild mushrooms, fennel, fresh basil, heirloom tomatoes and almond ricotta make for one fancy, delicious vegan pizza recipe. Using the freshest produce you can find makes a big difference in the flavor. Heirloom tomatoes are unreal in this recipe, and no doubt, just because they are heirloom tomatoes. And it’s a hearty pizza. Seriously delizioso! […]
This is a delicious vegan souvlaki tempeh pita recipe with creamy vegan tzatziki sauce, sliced tomatoes and fried potatoes. The tempeh needs time to marinate overnight for best flavor, but the rest of the recipe comes together quickly. Souvlaki is a popular fast food meat skewer from Greece. It can be eaten alone, thrown on […]
Pairing juicy, bursting-with-flavor heirloom tomatoes with crispy tempeh bacon, shallots, and fresh basil with a white wine vinegar and olive oil dressing, felt like the makings of a delicious vegan salad. I mean, what better way to celebrate the king of tomatoes than a simple recipe for vegan heirloom tomato salad?! When your garden is […]
Okra, it’s delicious. Whether it’s deep fried, stewed, stir fried, pickled or added to a soup, it’s always a winner. Maybe you feel the same way? This easy vegan okra soup recipe is inspired by the Indian okra dish, bhindi masala. It preserves many of the same ingredients. And much like the classic dish, this […]
This Thai-inspired vegan tofu salad recipe has roasted cashews, a medley of vegetables, fresh basil, cilantro and an oil free curry-lime dressing. It’s got texture and flavor. And it couldn’t be easier to make! This tofu salad recipe uses smoked tofu. It can be found in many major U.S. grocery stores (including Walmart, Whole Foods […]
This vegan crab salad recipe is as imitation crab meat as you can get! No need to rely on other fish to play the role, and we don’t have to pretend to be scientists making our own crab with a blend of starch, fillers and artificial flavors. We can look no further than humble kelp […]
While there are many preparations of Mexican street corn (or elote), many Americans think of it as grilled corn on the cob slathered in a delicious, creamy sauce. Inspired by Mexican street corn, this is an easy vegan skillet recipe with sweet corn, red potatoes, fried soy curls, and a delicious chipotle mayo sauce. It’s […]
I rarely use tempeh. And yet, it has so many health benefits. It’s a probiotic. It’s loaded with protein. It’s a good source of vitamins, like manganese, copper, b2, and magnesium. And it has a ton of fiber. Every time I eat it, I think, “I should eat this more often.” And then, I don’t. […]
Eaten all across Latin America and the Caribbean, ceviche is a popular seafood appetizer. It often involves raw fish, citrus, cilantro and chiles. It is commonly enjoyed on its own or with tortilla chips. And there are cultural differences in ingredients and preparation. Inspired, I came up with the vegan hearts of palm ceviche recipe. […]
This vegan buffalo soy curls wrap recipe is super easy and tasty! It’s great for lunch or a quick dinner during the week. Or deconstruct this vegan buffalo chicken wrap and make it into a salad. A few things… ・Use the hot sauce you like and use it to your taste level. Frank’s Red Hot […]
This bok choy and shiitake mushroom soup recipe relies on red miso, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic and scallions to create a brothy, comforting bowl of soup. When I was growing up, we never bought vegetable broth or bouillon cubes. We would finish a dish by adding miso at the end of cooking. […]
Years ago, one of my best friends would go to the farmer’s market, load up on zucchini and fresh basil, and make a batch of soup. I always looked forward to it. Because even in the height of the summer, this vegan zucchini basil soup recipe made complete sense. It was somewhat creamy yet had […]
This vegan roasted garlic tomato soup recipe is inspired by the North African and Middle Eastern dish, shakshouka. It uses a spice blend that includes fresh mint, parsley, cumin, paprika and coriander. If you are used to tomato-basil soup, this is a nice departure. While it may seem out of the box to put fresh […]
The first time I had Texas caviar (also known as cowboy caviar) was at a work potluck. As I recall, it was the one dish that didn’t make it home. We devoured it straightaway. And thus, I was inspired to make this recipe for Texas caviar with homemade vegan Italian dressing! So, what is Texas caviar? […]
This vegan jerk jackfruit recipe could not be easier! You mix canola oil, spices, salt and young jackfruit in a bowl, and then, grill it. It tastes awesome alongside Slow Cooker Kidney Beans and Coconut Brown Rice. I also like to add a little homemade mango salsa! To make fresh mango salsa, chop up 1 […]
A few years back, I made a recipe with chimichurri sauce. I served some potatoes on the side with it. And I couldn’t help but think, “This sauce tastes great on potatoes too.” So here we are, with a vegan chimichurri chickpea potato salad recipe that’s absolutely delish. Is chimichurri vegan? While it is often […]
This vegan coconut corn soup recipe is what happens when I spend time learning about Guam’s corn soup, have Latin flavors on my mind, and am in the mood for soy curls. Coconut milk, cilantro, lime juice, ground cumin, rubbed sage, and a good amount of garlic make it oh so tasty. This recipe cooks […]
Inspired by Jamaican rice and peas, this slow cooker vegan red kidney beans and coconut rice recipe is easy, tasty and hearty. Allspice, nutmeg, thyme, coconut cream, dark red kidney beans and short grain brown rice create a creamy, savory and delicious family meal. This easy budget friendly vegan coconut rice and beans recipe works […]
This easy vegan red cabbage and watermelon radish slaw recipe is acidic, sweet and slightly bitter in a pleasing way. It’s a delightful salad of very thinly sliced apples, watermelon radishes, red cabbage, carrots and scallions with a classic coleslaw dressing with celery seed and apple cider vinegar. This recipe serves 4. Watermelon radishes are […]
Sancocho is a Latin American soup or stew, which can be found in Puerto Rico, Honduras, Dominican Republic, Columbia, Peru, Venezuela, and a number of other countries. It is often a meal of celebration. Traditionally, it is made with a variety of meats and root vegetables. Many say the secret to a delicious sancocho is allowing […]
Kuku sabzi is essentially a Persian frittata. It’s heavy on the herbs and greens, but light on the eggs. Traditionally, it’s served at Persian New Year. This vegan spinach frittata recipe is inspired by the classic Iranian dish, kuku sabzi. Who doesn’t love the idea of a frittata that is more parts leafy greens? Fresh dill, […]