Mushroom Wild Rice & Roasted Brussels Sprouts make for a delicious combination of sides or a hearty main dish. Wild Rice is rich in potassium, fiber, protein, and vitamin B6 and can play a role in maintaining a healthy metabolism. Wild rice is also not …
Rosemary & Kale Navy Bean Soup, a simple recipe that doesn’t skip on flavor and nutrition. This dish is perfect if you don’t have the time to put much effort in to dinner, but still want a satisfying meal. Serve this soup with croutons or …
Spiced Eggplant Penne with a touch of chili. This recipe is so rich in flavor while not being too heavy. Eggplant has antioxidants such as vitamins A and C and is a good source of potassium. The natural plant chemicals eggplant produces may also help your cells do a better job at processing sugar. And, you can substitute for gluten-free pasta if needed!
Ingredients
Serves: 4 Time: 60-90 minutes
Spiced Eggplant Penne
1 onion, finely chopped
1 eggplant cut in 1/2, dice one half and finely grate the other
3-4 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1/2 tsp chili flakes, we used thai chili!
2 cups tomato puree
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt
Black pepper
Olive oil
14 oz. penne
Directions
Begin by adding the diced eggplant to a colander. Gently rub a generous amount of salt onto the eggplant and allow it to drain for about 30 minutes or up to an hour. Then, rinse and dry the eggplant. While you wait, you can grate the other half of the eggplant and prepare your other vegetables.
If you don’t have tomato puree, you can blend one can of diced tomatoes and add an 8oz can of tomato sauce to supplement.
Once your vegetables are prepped, heat about 2-3 Tbs of olive oil in a large pan on high heat.
Add the onion and cook for 2-3 minutes or until translucent and soft.
Then, add the diced eggplant and cook for 3-4 more minutes.
Next, add the grated eggplant, garlic, and chili flakes. Cook for another 3-4 minutes.
Pour in the tomato puree or mix and add in the oregano and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and allow it to cook uncovered for about 15 minutes.
In another pot, boil water for your pasta. Cook for 8-10 minutes or according to the package and drain the water once the pasta is cooked.
Add half of the eggplant mixture to the pasta when done and toss well.
Then, serve the eggplant pasta and top with the remaining sauce.
Top with fresh basil leaves or parmesan (vegan or non) if desired.
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Black Bean Quinoa Soup with vegetables, protein, and healthy grain. A delicious & nutrient-packed dish all in one pot for an easy dinner fix with simple ingredients. Ingredients Serves: 4-5 Time: 45 minutes Black Bean Quinoa Soup 1 15 oz. can black beans, drained & …
Kale & Lentil Coconut Soup with a touch of spice makes for a rich soup to keep you warm during the cold, winter months. If desired, you can substitute for chicken broth and you can still make this recipe if you don’t have curry paste …
Tomato & Rice Soup with Navy Beans and Roasted Garlic adapted from the Veganomicon. For vegetarian and non-vegan diets, you can definitely top this soup with shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese.
Ingredients
Serves: 10-12 Time: 45 Minutes
Tomato & Rice Soup with Navy Beans
x2 28 oz. cans crushed tomatoes
2 cups canned Navy Beans, rinsed & soaked*
1 cup long-grain white or brown rice
1/2 large yellow onion, small dice
1-2 garlic bulbs, roasted
2 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried marjoram
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2-3 bay leaves
Olive oil
*If using dried Navy Beans, do a quick boil and allow them to soak for 1 hour before preparing your soup. Then, add in the beans with the rice.
Directions
Prepare your onion and set it aside. Preheat the oven to 425ºF
To roast the garlic bulbs, take whole & unpeeled & unseparated bulbs and cut off the tops of the bulbs to expose the skin of each clove.
Drizzle about 1 Tbs of olive oil on top of the bulbs, allowing oil to seep in between the cloves. and tightly wrap with foil.
Place on a small tray in the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat a bit of olive oil in a large stovetop pot on medium-high heat.
Once hot, saute the onion for 8-10 minutes.
Then, add the rice and herbs. Cook for 2 minutes. (If using dried & quick soaked beans, add now)
Next, add in the tomatoes and fill each can with water once and add to the pot. Stir together well.
Bring the soup to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom.
When your garlic has completed roasting, carefully remove from the peels and mash the garlic in a small bowl with a fork. Add the garlic to the soup.
If using canned navy beans, add the beans in during the last 15 minutes of simmering.
Once your rice is fully cooked and the soup is to your desired flavor, serve hot & enjoy!
Store leftovers in the freezer for up to 2-3 months and reheat on the stove.
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Layered Roasted Vegetable Casserole with tofu and vegan cheese. This dish is low-carb and has lean protein while being balanced with nutritious vegetables and healthy fats. For a non-vegan alternative, you can substitute the tofu and vegan cheese for 1/2 cup grated parmesan combined with …
Quinoa-Stuffed Acorn Squash with cranberries, pistachios, and parsley, this dish is wonderful for the winter season. This dish is packed with nutrients and flavor that is sure to become a new holiday favorite. Ingredients Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Serves: 4 Quinoa-Stuffed Acorn Squash 2 …
This Vegan Chorizo is so delicious and stands up as a strong competitor against store-bought versions that you might find at Trader Joe’s or other grocery stores with whole food sections. All you need is extra-firm tofu and a few simple ingredients. Pair this recipe with vegetable fajitas and rice or make some delicious tacos with this chorizo!
For a soy-free option, we recommend trying Beyond Meat’s ground beef and cooking according to their packaging.
Ingredients
Vegan Chorizo
1 14 oz. package extra-firm tofu, drained & lightly crumbled (no pressing required)
4 tsp chili powder
1 Tbs smoked paprika
2 Tbs soy sauce
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
3 Tbs ketchup
2 Tbs maple syrup
1 Tbs apple cider vinegar
1-2 Tbs Olive oil for cooking
Optional topping: lime juice, chopped cilantro
Directions
In a large bowl using clean hands or a fork, crumble the tofu into medium-sized pieces. The tofu shouldn’t be too fine.
Then, using a rubber spatula, carefully fold in each ingredient (except for the olive oil) one at a time.
Once the tofu is fully combined, heat a skillet on high heat and add the olive oil.
When the pan is hot, set heat to medium-high and add the tofu into one thin layer. If your skillet is large enough, you can do this in one batch, otherwise split the tofu in half and cook in two batches.
Cook the tofu in the skillet for 4 minutes, no stirring required.
After 4 minutes, flip the tofu and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes or until evenly browned.
Repeat with remaining tofu if needed.
Remove from the heat and serve.
This vegan chorizo can be stored and reheated to make some delicious breakfast tacos or be served for lunch the next day. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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