easy ideas to eat more plants
This simple one pot White Beans and Greens recipe makes a perfect weeknight meal. With humble but nutrient-dense ingredients, this uberflavorful, slightly smoky vegan beans and greens comes together in less than 30 minutes. Serve with crusty bread for a satisfying and healthy dinner. Inspiration …
Crispy and savory on the outside, soft, sweet, and chewy in the middle, there is arguably no better way to enjoy this root vegetable than than these Crispy Roasted Beets! Made without peeling and without foil, they couldn’t be easier to prepare. Disclosure: I only …
Do you find yourself throwing away fresh herbs that go bad before you find a way to use them? Looking to kick up bland veggies, proteins, or grains? And increase your nutrient density at the same time? Upgrade any dish with this Tangy Green Herb …
San Francisco is one of the best cities in America for vegans. Not only does it boast over a dozen vegan restaurants, but oodles of other eateries offer impressive plant-based options as well. In fact, many of these vegan-friendly restaurants aren’t on the standard “best …
These easy vegan muffins are the perfect way to use those ripe bananas to whip up a wholesome breakfast, dessert, or snack. Unlike similar recipes, this one doesn’t require a food processor! Kid-approved, healthy, and as quick as it gets, these 3-ingredient banana oat muffins …
Decadent, satisfying, and nutrient-dense, these Rich & Chocolatey Vegan Protein Balls are impressively high in plant protein! Featuring unflavored protein powder, peanut butter, oats, and cocoa powder, these dairy-free energy balls are naturally sweetened with dates and a touch of maple syrup. I have been …
Searching for a crowd-pleasing vegan chili recipe to serve at your next gathering? Look no further: this Killer Vegan Chili is meaty, satisfying, packed with flavor, and omnivore-approved (again and again and again)! Not to mention it is SO EASY to make! It’s the perfect …
Wondering what the best Trader Joe’s vegan snacks are RIGHT NOW in stores? I gotcha covered! From sweet to savory, healthy to not-so-much…these snacks will making noshing the most delicious. Pin this Post for later: Almond Chipotle Dip Trader Joe’s knockoff of Chipotle Bitchin’ Sauce …
This wholesome, cozy dish features roasted & spiced delicata squash and a lemon herb tahini dressing. Perfectly paired with quinoa, kale, and pomegranate, this Delicata Squash Bowl makes a wonderful lunch or dinner simply as is, or with the addition of your protein of choice. …
Planning a visit to Sonoma Valley and searching for vegan-friendly wineries and restaurants that your omnivorous group will enjoy as well? I’ve gotcha covered! After thoroughly researching, calling, and visiting this Northern California wine region more than a few times, I am thrilled to share …
Elevate your appetizer game with this Easy Baked Buffalo Chickpea Dip. Creamy, rich, savory, cheesy, and spicy, this recipe is a proven crowd-pleaser for vegans and omnivores alike! So simple to make using just 7 ingredients…and you would never guess that it is made from …
This gorgeous Japanese-inspired dish is essentially a vegan California roll in a casserole format. The vegan fish is made from store-bought baked sriracha tofu, which is grated to create a flaky texture. Adapted from my Easy Spicy Tofu Sushi Rolls, this recipe makes a festive …
An air fryer may just be the best kitchen appliance that ever happened to vegetables: they come out crispy and fast, and they need less oil than other methods. I absolutely love to experiment with my favorite veggies in the air fryer, and for this …
The air fryer does it again…making basic food interesting and delicious! Air frying frozen vegetables adds a texture that you won’t get from microwaving or boiling. And whether your mixed bag has cruciferous veggies or the classic mix (think peas, corn, carrots, and green beans), …
This deliciously addictive and easy to make vegan almond pesto is a unique spin on the standard pesto, using almonds instead of pine nuts and nutritional yeast instead of cheese. But that’s not all, this recipe calls for toasting half of the almonds and leaving …