There are so many health benefits of pumpkin! Go ahead and indulge in your favorite autumnal treat, because it’s choc-full of full of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. It’s only in season for a short while, so get it while you can! Pumpkin Everything For many years, pumpkin seemed to be relegated to the ranks of…
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Vegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
Vegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese is the ultimate in cozy comfort food. It’s the perfect dinner for chilly fall evenings. This easy recipe is from Laura Theodore’s Vegan-Ease. It’s vegan and oil-free with a gluten-free option. Vegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese Autumn starts next week, which means that comfort food is on the…
An Apple a Day… Health Benefits of Apples + Vegan Recipes
There are so many health benefits of apples, it really does pay to eat one every day! They’re low in calories and packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making them nutritional powerhouses. They really can keep that doctor away. How Do You Like Them Apples? I usually usher in the autumn season by driving to New…
Thai Coconut Tempeh with Pineapple Salsa
Thai Coconut Tempeh with Pineapple Salsa is bursting with flavor, and it’s a fun twist on the usual stir-fry. Think of it as a vegan version of Thai coconut chicken. It comes together quickly, so it’s perfect for dinner on busy weeknights. This easy recipe is vegan with a gluten-free option. Vegan Thai Coconut Chicken…
Fall Farro Salad with Apples and Pecans
Farro Salad with Apples and Pecans is full of fall flavors, and it will help ease you in the upcoming season. It’s a great side dish, but it can also be can enjoyed as a main dish for lunch or a light dinner. This vegan recipe is super easy to make! Farro Salad I was…
Seitan Vegan Gyro with Tahini Sauce
Vegan Gyro – made with seitan, veggies, and tahini sauce all wrapped up in a whole wheat pita –is the perfect lunch! It can enjoyed hot or cold, and it travels well, so it can be packed up and take to the office. This recipe is super easy to make! Vegan Gyro I never had…
Zucchini Noodles with Spinach Pesto
Zucchini noodles (or zoodles) pair perfect with spinach pesto in summery dinner dish! It’s the perfect meal for those days when it’s just too hot to cook, and it’s a great way to use up all that zucchini from your garden. This easy zucchini pasta recipe is vegan and gluten-free. Zucchini Noodles It’s the end…
Vegan Lettuce Wraps with Tempeh
Vegan Lettuce Wraps are perfect for lunch, and they make a great appetizer or light dinner. These asian-inspired wraps are made with tempeh and Thai peanut sauce, and they’re super easy to put together. This recipe is vegan with a gluten-free option. Lettuce Wraps Back when I worked in an office, we would go out…
Raw Vegan Tuna Wraps made with Sunflower Seeds
Vegan Tuna Wraps are perfect for lunch on those hot summer days when it’s too hot to cook! They travel well, so you can take them with you for lunch at the office or a picnic in the park. They make a great light dinner, too. Made with sunflower seeds, this healthy raw dish is…
Chipotle Lentil Burgers
Lentil Burgers are spiced to perfection with chipotle, chili powder, and cayenne. Homemade veggie burgers are much easier to make than you might think, and they’re much healthier, too! They’re great for meal prepping. Make them ahead of time, pop them in the freezer, and then defrost them when you’re ready for lunch or dinner….