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The Best Vegan Pesto Recipe

best vegan pesto recipe

[social-links] Are you ready for this? I thought I had tried the best vegan pesto when I sampled the one from Trader Joe’s but I truly think I may have just topped it in my very own kitchen and I am SO EXCITED. It’s everything you could possibly want in a pesto and more. This […]

Mushroom & Thyme Vegan Tart Recipe

mushroom & thyme vegan tart

[social-links] There’s something about the flavor combination of mushroom and thyme that makes me think of Thanksgiving. Maybe it’s the vegan gravy I drizzle on everything my fork touches that time of year? I never get tired of it! My point here is that mushrooms and thyme are not just holiday flavors. They’re for any […]

Creamy Vegan Roasted Red Pepper Soup Recipe

creamy vegan roasted red pepper soup

[social-links] Let’s hear it for antioxidants! Did you know that red foods like bell peppers, strawberries, and tomatoes are loaded with powerful antioxidants? Research shows that lycopene and anthocyanins in particular can do everything from fight heart disease to decrease our risk for stroke and macular degeneration. Plus, antioxidants soak up free radicals before they […]

Spicy Pinto Bean Vegan Tostadas Recipe

spicy pinto bean tostadas

[social-links] Have you ever eaten a tostada? The first time I ordered one I had no idea what to do. It’s essentially a crispy corn tortilla piled high with all of the delish toppings you’d normally find in a vegan taco or burrito. Do I eat this thing with a fork? Do I pick it […]

Vegan Rainbow Veggie Wraps Recipe

rainbow veggie wraps

Do I have any meal-preppers out there? I think a lot of us wish we had more time to prepare meals for the week but all of those ingredients and recipes and containers can feel so overwhelming. If you’re trying to ease into the meal planning game, I have an easy, no-cooking-required recipe that will […]

Blistered Shishito Peppers with Vegan Sriracha Lime Sauce Recipe

blistered shishito peppers

[social-links] Calling all spicy snack lovers! I’ve got a brand new recipe featuring one of my favorite recent discoveries. Have you tried shishito peppers? It seems like they’re popping up on happy hour menus everywhere I go. Honestly, they aren’t that spicy at all. Shishito peppers give off more of a warm sizzle than actual […]

Blackberry & Basil Vegan Grilled Cheese Recipe

vegan grilled cheese

Raise your hand if you love vegan grilled cheese! You better believe I’m typing with one hand because my other is frantically waving above my head. I adore vegan grilled cheese, especially now that there are so many delicious gluten-free breads available. I’ve made vegan grilled cheese with all of the flavors in the Plant […]

Spinach & Artichoke Vegan Stuffed Shells Recipe

vegan stuffed shells

You know what’s kind of amazing that I hardly ever think about? Pasta shapes. There are so many different shapes of pasta, from tiny orzo to jumbo shells. Each one has a specific purpose. Hollow pasta like macaroni is best for super saucy dishes; those nooks and crannies trap lots of delicious flavor. One of […]

Lemon & Dill Vegan Chickpea Salad Sandwich Recipe

chickpea salad

The sandwich is a lunchtime classic for a reason. It’s extremely versatile, packs easily, and can even be made vegan and gluten-free. Personally, I’m more likely to prepare salad ingredients at the beginning of the week and throw something in a bowl at lunch. But, I totally realize that there is a need for delicious […]

Roasted Delicata Squash and Pomegranate Vegan Salad Recipe

roasted delicata squash

Let’s talk about squash. Personally, I love it. But I know a lot of people who turn up their noses at butternut, acorn, and even pumpkin. (I have a ton of recipes that utilize these!) If you’re among those who take a hard pass on squash, I’m willing to bet you haven’t tried delicata squash. […]