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  • Gnocchi with Swiss Chard and Tomatoes

    Gnocchi with Swiss Chard and Tomatoes

    I love gnocchi and love thinking of new ways to enjoy it. And this easy recipe for vegan gnocchi with Swiss chard and tomatoes is quick, tasty and totally delicious. A few things… This recipe for vegan gnocchi with Swiss chard works for dinner any time of year. It’s simple, satisfying and delicious. Sometimes, I…

  • Black Bean Avocado Salsa

    Black Bean Avocado Salsa

    This is an easy vegan black bean avocado salsa recipe with cherry tomatoes, canned black beans, lime juice, apple cider vinegar and more. It’s the perfect answer to the question, “What should I make for lunch?” A crowd-pleasing dip for chips. An awesome topping for a baked sweet potato. A delicious filling for a tortilla…

  • Asian Sesame Noodle Salad

    Asian Sesame Noodle Salad

    Some people are allergic to peanuts, and some people just don’t like them. I’m one of the latter. So, I put together this recipe for a nutty vegan Asian sesame noodle salad with almond butter, cucumber, carrots and more. This easy recipe for Asian sesame noodle salad is satisfying, and great for any time of…

  • Cream of Celery Soup

    Cream of Celery Soup

    This vegan cream of celery soup recipe is simple to make, cooks up fast, and has a fresh, savory flavor. Maybe it’s the way the horseradish works in it? Possibly it’s the broth? But celery is one of those underrated vegetables that can bring so much flavor. I’m one of those weirdos that eats the…

  • Vegan Feta

    Vegan Feta

    If you’re looking for a homemade vegan feta recipe with tofu, this is it. It’s salty, acidic, and a touch herbaceous. While using extra firm tofu helps cut down on the fat, there’s also plenty of protein, texture and flavor. This faux feta cheese works well in salads. Or serve it as part of a…

  • Southwestern Sweet Corn Chowder

    Southwestern Sweet Corn Chowder

    This soup is a vegan ode to the U.S.’s Southwestern cuisine. With New Mexican green chiles, sweet corn, chipotle chili powder, lime, cilantro, and squash, this vegan chowder is full of robust, fresh flavor, and comes together in 30 minutes or less. This recipe works terrifically for any season. When sweet corn, tomatoes, and zucchini…

  • Slow Cooker Black-Eyed Peas, Okra and Tomatoes

    Slow Cooker Black-Eyed Peas, Okra and Tomatoes

    Inspired by the flavors of the U.S.’s Southern cuisine, this slow cooker vegan black-eyed peas with okra and tomatoes recipe is one of my favorite crockpot meals. It’s easy to make and very hearty. Served over a heaping pile of quinoa or brown rice, vegan stewed black-eyed peas and okra is loaded with protein, fiber,…

  • Vegan Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Lentils and Breadcrumbs

    Vegan Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Lentils and Breadcrumbs

    Maybe you aren’t vegan, but someone you love is and they are coming over for a holiday dinner? Well, making this recipe for vegan stuffed portobello mushrooms with lentils and breadcrumbs says, “Hey, I thought of you, and wanted you to have something delicious to dine on at this gathering.” If this is you and…

  • Slow Cooker Tempeh Sauerkraut Stew

    Slow Cooker Tempeh Sauerkraut Stew

    This is an easy recipe for vegan slow cooker smoky tempeh sauerkraut stew with liquid smoke, smoked paprika, caraway seeds and more. One of my favorite parts is the way the it smells, as it simmers. It’s smoky, savory goodness! And there’s really nothing like kraut and potatoes, so serving this stew over a pile…

  • Gnocchi with Cannellini Beans, Spinach, and Tomatoes

    Gnocchi with Cannellini Beans, Spinach, and Tomatoes

    When I am tight on time, this gnocchi and white beans recipe is one of my favorite quick vegan dishes.  It is fast, easy, and hearty.  And it has…drum roll…8 ingredients, including the salt and the optional vegan parmesan!  Sometimes, simple is best, and leave it to this recipe for gnocchi with cannellini beans, spinach…

  • Roasted Carrots and Chickpeas with Harissa Dressing

    Roasted Carrots and Chickpeas with Harissa Dressing

    This vegan harissa chickpeas and carrots recipe works well roasted in the oven or cooked out on the grill.  I’ve included directions for how to do either method. No matter how you do it, I love the way the harissa dressing mingles with the carrots, red onions, chickpeas and garlic.  Served on a bed of…

  • Creamy Chickpea Salad

    Creamy Chickpea Salad

    This is an easy recipe for creamy vegan chickpea salad that’s perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or even as a snack on crackers. All you do is a bit of chopping and stir everything together in a bowl. And the ingredients are common vegan pantry items, like plant based mayo, dijon, nutritional yeast, pepperoncini (or dill…

  • Vegan Marinara Sauce

    Vegan Marinara Sauce

    Is marinara sauce vegan? Most of the time! When in doubt, read the label or ask. Marinara sauce is usually pretty simple, and this easy vegan marinara sauce recipe stays true to that ethos. Because marinara sauce uses few ingredients, it’s important to pick quality ones. If using canned tomatoes, try brands like Pomi, Mutti…

  • Chipotle Lime Jackfruit

    Chipotle Lime Jackfruit

    This vegan chipotle lime jackfruit recipe is quick, easy and super tasty. It’s got the perfect balance of acid, sweetness, savory flavors and smokiness.  And best of all, this simple vegan recipe for chipotle chili lime jackfruit can be used in tacos, nachos, burritos, enchiladas, or even as a vegan pizza topping!   For this…

  • Cajun Black-Eyed Pea Soup

    Cajun Black-Eyed Pea Soup

    Inspired by Cajun cuisine, this hearty vegan black-eyed pea soup recipe is easy to prepare, cooks up fast, and tastes absolutely fantastic with a piece of cornbread on the side. It can be enjoyed year around. It makes 4 servings. For this recipe, you can use a prepared Cajun seasoning blend. In the past, I…

  • Chipotle Tempeh Kebabs

    Chipotle Tempeh Kebabs

    I love chipotle peppers—their spiciness and their smokiness. And, this delicious recipe for vegan grilled tempeh kebabs with chipotle peppers highlights them perfectly. They bring so much to this spicy tempeh marinade. When it comes to cooking with tempeh, there seems to be a debate on whether to steam it or not. I have found…

  • Chipotle Bean and Barley Salad

    Chipotle Bean and Barley Salad

    I revised this vegan chipotle bean and barley salad recipe for simplicity. Let’s just say that I’ve made it a number of times since I first published it, and I realized, it can be simpler to make. What’s not to love about that?!  It still possesses the flavors of the original bean and barley salad.…

  • Tofu Scramble

    Tofu Scramble

    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,…

  • Spinach Cannellini Bean Orzo

    Spinach Cannellini Bean Orzo

    The first time I had orzo, I thought it was rice. Little did I know, it was pasta masquerading as rice. Since discovering it’s true nature, I am constantly thinking of ways to incorporate it into my meal rotation. And that is how I ended up making this one pan easy vegan spinach cannellini bean…

  • Okra Soup

    Okra Soup

    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…

  • Vegan Panzanella Primavera Salad

    Vegan Panzanella Primavera Salad

    Especially popular in Tuscany and Umbria, panzanella salad is usually composed of stale bread, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, fresh basil and an olive oil and vinegar dressing. Most people think of it as a summer dish, but why be so limiting? What if it had more of a spring vibe? Inspired by the classic Italian bread…

  • Zucchini Basil Soup

    Zucchini Basil Soup

    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…

  • Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup

    Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup

    Inspired by the North African and Middle Eastern dish, shakshouka, this vegan roasted garlic and tomato soup recipe uses 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 mint in a tomato soup, it…

  • Texas Caviar with Italian Dressing

    Texas Caviar with Italian Dressing

    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?…