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]]>Ingredients:
- 4 vegan sausages
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups of vegetable broth
- 1 tin of chickpeas
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 zucchini
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes
- 1 red onion
- 5 cloves of garlic
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, heat a bit of olive oil over medium heat. Add vegan sausages and cook until browned on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add chopped red onion and sauté until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Stir in the diced bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Cook until the vegetables start to soften.
- Add the quinoa to the skillet and toast it for a couple of minutes, stirring frequently. Pour in the vegetable broth, tomato paste, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Return the browned vegan sausages to the skillet. Add chickpeas, cover the skillet, and let the mixture simmer until the quinoa is cooked and the sausages are heated through (about 15-20 minutes).
- Taste and adjust the seasonings as required. Once the quinoa is cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Serve the hearty vegan sausage dish in bowls, garnished with freshly chopped parsley. Enjoy!
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]]>Ingredients:
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup of cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup of vegan butter, melted
- 1 cup of brown sugar
- 1/4 cup of non-dairy milk (such as almond, soy, or oat milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup of vegan chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the melted vegan butter, brown sugar, non-dairy milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- If desired, fold in the vegan chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
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]]>Ingredients:
(Serves 2)
- ½ red cabbage
- 2 large carrots
- 1 small red onion
- 2 large sticks of celery
- ½ cup peanuts or cashew nuts
- ¼ cup cilantro
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Finely slice the red cabbage into very thin strips and place in a large salad bowl
- Grate the carrots into a bowl
- Using your hands, squeeze the grated carrots over the bowl to remove excess liquid
- Add the carrots to the cabbage bowl
- Finely dice the celery and onion and add to the salad bowl
- Sprinkle over some sea salt and then add the balsamic vinegar
- Stir thoroughly and then set aside for 5 minutes
- Grate over some fresh black pepper and then add the extra virgin olive oil and mix well
- Add the nuts of your choice and tear the cilantro into the bowl
- Stir well and then serve
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]]>Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion
- 2 carrots
- 2 celery stalks
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 1 zucchini
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 tin of lentils
- 1 tin of crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- 1 cup of vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup of red wine
- 1 pound of pasta of your choice
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté until vegetables are softened.
- Add minced garlic, grated zucchini, and diced red bell pepper. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. Stir in lentils, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in vegetable broth and red wine (if using). Simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. While the Bolognese simmers, cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- Serve your Bolognese sauce over the cooked pasta. Garnish with fresh basil or vegan Parmesan, if desired.
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]]>Lightlife
We thought we’d kick things off with a brand that’s less well-known than its counterparts on this life. Lightlife isn’t as popular as some of the big dogs, but it’s on the rise, and for good reason.
Impossible Burger
There’s a reason that when you walk into most restaurants, there’s usually an option to buy an Impossible Burger. That’s because they make some of the best meatless burgers in the world, which offer a powerful blend between a meat-like flavor and a healthy finish.
Beyond Meat
The other popular brand in town is none other than Beyond Meat. They too are world-renowned for their ability to craft delicious patties that have absolutely no meat in them, making for a tasty meal that’ll leave you feeling energized afterward.
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]]>Ingredients:
(Makes 4 burgers)
- 1 15 oz can of black beans
- 1 15 oz can of red kidney beans
- 1 large onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dried cumin
- 1 tablespoon dried paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Chop the onion and garlic
- Heat half the oil in a pot and then add the onion
- Fry for 10 minutes stirring occasionally
- Add the cumin, paprika, and garlic and continue to cook for another 5-10 minutes
- Take the pan off the heat and put to one side
- Drain and rinse both cans of beans
- Add them to a large bowl and mash them up until they turn into a paste – they don’t have to be completely smooth
- To the bowl, add the fried onions and garlic and the rest of the oil
- Stir this all through until mixed throughout
- Divide the bowl into 4 equal parts and then roll each of these into a patty with your hands
- Heat some oil in a pan and then add the burgers
- Fry for about 5 minutes on each side, until slightly crisp
- Serve in a bun with your favorite toppings
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]]>Ingredients:
- 4 bananas
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 nondairy milk (Choose your favorite. We like oat milk!)
- 1/2 cup brown sufar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, ideally using an oven thermometer to confirm the correct temperature.
- Grease a loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray or some vegetable oil.
- Mash your bananas in a bowl. Add brown sugar, oil, vanilla, and almond milk, whisking until combined.
- Now add in the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon). Stir until combined, being careful not to over stir.
- Transfer the batter to your pan, adding optional toppings like nuts, chocolate chips, or sliced bananas.
- Bake for 45 minutes. Line the top of the pan with foil and bake for 15 more minutes, or until a toothpick comes out of the center of the banana bread clean.
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]]>It Has Plenty of Flavor
When we think of vegan food, let’s banish any preconceived notions of bland salads and flavorless tofu. Instead, imagine a colorful plate bursting with vibrant fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. Vegan cuisine has evolved into a culinary adventure that tantalizes the senses and nourishes the body in remarkable ways.
Rose3bonbons Eco-Friendly
One of the most incredible benefits of embracing vegan food is its positive impact on our planet. By opting for plant-based alternatives, we significantly reduce our carbon footprint and help combat climate change. Indeed, choosing vegan options is like giving our planet a big, green hug.
It’s Super Healthy
But it’s not just the environment that benefits from a vegan lifestyle; our health reaps the rewards too. Plant-based diets have been linked to a lower risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. They are naturally low in saturated fats and cholesterol while being rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.
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]]>Changing the Perspective
The topic of veganism is one that’s supercharged with comparisons to meat. Is it possible that whenever you think of vegan food, you can’t help but compare it to your beloved steaks, hamburgers, and juicy sausages? If so, we don’t blame you for hating vegan food.
But here’s the thing. Vegan food isn’t meat, but it’s not necessarily trying to be either. If you approach vegan delicacies with the mindset of treating them like their own thing, your opinions may change. If you lift the association it seems to have with meat, you may find that you actually enjoy it for what it is.
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(@recipesofholly)Ingredients:
- Potatoes
- Vegan butter
- Salt
- Pepper
- Olive oil
- Onion
- Garlic
- Tomato paste
- Lentils
- Vegetable stock
- Thyme
- Peas
- Carrots
- Green beans
- Corn
- Alternatively, a bag of frozen mixed veggies
Instructions:
- Start by cutting your potatoes into quarters and boiling them in a large pot of salted water. Cook until they’re soft enough to be easily pierced by a fork.
- While the potatoes are cooking, you’ll want to preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare your baking dish by greasing it.
- Additionally, chop your onions and mince your garlic.
- After your potatoes are done cooking, drain them and mash them up in a big bowl. Add vegan butter, season with salt and pepper to taste, and set aside for now.
- Next, you’ll want to heat up some olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add your garlic and onions, sauteing until they get lightly browned, about five minutes.
- Add tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Stir. Add lentils, vegetable stock, and thyme.
- Stir again and bring the mixture to a low boil. Simmer until the lentils are cooked, which should take about 40 minutes.
- Remove the lid and add peas, carrots, green beans, and corn. Cook for ten more minutes.
- In your baking dish, spread the lentil mixture with a layer of mashed potatoes on top.
- Season with salt and pepper and bake until golden brown, about 10 to 15 minutes.
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