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Lentils are a versatile staple to incorporate when preparing plant-based meals. They are commonly available in shades of brown, green, and red, with each having a slightly different texture and application in recipes. For this veggie and lentil loaf, brown lentils work best as a hearty and chewy ground meat alternative for a vegetarian spin […]
Who doesn't love a delicious fall soup? Slow cookers are wonderful, but this recipe offers an alternative if you need a quick option. You can make it even faster by purchasing pre-cut butternut squash in some stores!
Quick stove-top meals are great additions to your dinner repertoire. Including different cuisines within these can help ensure some of your go-to recipes feature a variety of ingredients and flavor profiles. This veggie-heavy egg roll in a bowl is versatile, allowing easy mixing and matching of proteins, veggies, and even toppings. And if you’re […]
Plate Method eating already takes a slant towards plants, with an emphasis on half your plate being non-starchy veggies. This tempeh vegetable stir fry takes it a step further by filling the 1/4 plate protein portion with a protein that is derived from plants. Tempeh is a fermented soybean product that is minimally processed and […]
Buddha bowls are traditionally served cold, but this recipe combines a variety of cooked veggies for a warm and satisfying dish any time of year. It’s unknown exactly where Buddha bowls got their name, but it’s thought that the name may have originated from the connection between Buddha and balance. This dish helps provide […]
Black beans make a wonderful side dish, but have you ever had them as a hearty vegetarian soup? This black bean soup is a hearty, flavorful, and wonderful way to focus on plant-based protein. As with many plant foods, beans are high in fiber. This indigestible type of carbohydrate can help manage blood sugar levels […]
Looking for quick and easy lunchtime inspiration? This Veggie-Filled Lunch Pita can be tossed together in minutes and adds variety to your weekday lineup. We provided a framework below, but feel free to mix up the veggies with whatever you enjoy most and have on hand. Select and prep a protein based on your […]
We’ve upgraded a classic in this Crispy Chickpea Caesar salad! When you hear Caesar salad, you may think of romaine lettuce topped with croutons and parmesan cheese. While romaine is a good source of vitamins A and C, switching to kale adds a nice boost of vitamin K and extra antioxidants, thanks to its […]
Grilled eggplant caprese toasts can be served as a tasty and nutritious appetizer or Plate Method vegetarian lunch! The word caprese (kuh-prei-zei) refers to a traditional Italian salad containing fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil meant to represent the colors of the Italian flag. This recipe adds eggplant from the purple veggie category that many Americans […]
These Moroccan-Spiced Chickpeas are where flavor meets comfort. Did you know chickpeas, AKA “garbanzo beans”, are a superfood for the heart? Chickpeas contain “sitosterol,” which is a structure similar to cholesterol that interferes with the body’s absorption of cholesterol. This helps to lower blood cholesterol levels. Additionally, the fiber and unsaturated fats may favorably […]
