There are many reasons to try a plant-based diet. All of them are good motivation. It’s a big first step to acknowledge that you want to change. But how do you do it?
This is your guide to Plant-Based 101. Learn the basics on how to change, what to eat, and some easy recipes to get you started.
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Kumquat Date Spicy-Sweet Indian Chutney
Easy | Servings: 16 | Ready In: 20 minutes | Yield: about 1 cup This spicy-sweet chunky Indian chutney recipe is full of bold flavors. Fresh kumquats bring a sour-sweet citrus flavor, dried dates provide natural sweetness, and spicy heat comes from red chili flake and ginger. Enjoy this healthy, oil-free, plant-based condiment
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Sides & Snacks
Khichdi: Curried Indian Mung Beans and Rice
Medium | Servings: 6 | Ready In: 30 minutes | Yield: 5 cups Hearty mung beans and brown basmati rice come together with aromatic spices for traditional Indian Khichdi. This recipe makes an easy gluten-free, vegan side dish. For a full meal, serve with Curry Roasted Cauliflower and Potatoes, Baked Curry Samosa Cakes, and
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Quick Oil-Free Chinese Eggplant Stir-Fry
Long, slender Chinese eggplant makes a quick stir-fry dinner. Authentic Chinese flavor comes from ginger, garlic, and spicy red chili. If you crave bold Asian flavors, this plant-based oil-free vegan recipe is for you.Â
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Red Kuri Squash “Drunken Noodles” Curry
Medium | Servings: 4 | Ready In: 20 minutes | Yield: about 8 cups Curry Pre-made red curry paste and canned coconut milk come together for this quick weeknight dinner. Red Kuri Squash makes this a fun play on words, but you can use any of your favorite fall squash, bell peppers, or other
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Green Thai Coconut Curry with Bamboo Rice
Medium | Servings: 4 | Ready In: 20 minutes | Yield: 1 1/2 cups rice + 6 cups Curry Pre-made green curry paste and canned coconut milk come together for this quick weeknight dinner. Serve with gluten-free bamboo rice and colorful oil-free vegetables for a beautiful plant-based bowl. Slightly sweet, slightly spicy — this plant-based
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Why Plants Rule
Irish Cooking and St. Patrick’s Day Healthy Vegan Recipes
For St. Patrick’s Day, plant-based versions of favorite Irish recipes. Easy and budget-friendly. Enjoy these oil-free vegan recipes any time of the year.
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Desserts & Baked Goods
St. Patrick’s Minty Sham-mock Spirulina Shake
Easy | Servings: 1 | Ready In: 5 minutes | Yield: about about 1 1/2 cups Take a healthy twist on celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with this minty sham-“mock” vegan milkshake. The secret to the natural green color in this smoothie recipe is spirulina powder: just a dash adds plant-based iron, calcium, and
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Why Plants Rule
Indian and Italian Cuisines: 6 Things you Already Know about Italian Food Can Help you Understand Indian Cuisine
“Nobody Can Be an Expert on Indian Food” — Madhur Jaffrey When it comes to Indian cuisine, it can be quite confusing. Many of us simply aren’t used to 5 different types of Masala, and a typical Indian menu can be quite overwhelming. However, many of us can understand the basics of Italian cuisine. We’ve