Healthy, Plant-Based Vegan Recipes
Easy | Servings: 8 | Ready In: 5 minutes | Yield: about 2 cups Sun-dried tomatoes are bursting with bright flavor for this easy vegan pesto. Almonds provide a creamy, oil-free base. This quick plant-based recipe comes together in just 5 minutes. Spread it on Whole Wheat Flatbread, Chickpea Garden Burgers, or Super Green Quinoa
Big Brandywine tomatoes are stuffed with Greek Cauliflower Rice for this summer-inspired recipe. A satisfying whole foods, plant-based vegan dinner!
Advanced | Servings: 4 | Ready In: 50 minutes | Yield: 1 1/2 cups An acidic kick from balsamic plays with natural sweetness of tomatoes and smoky goodness from paprika come together in this oil-free Southern Tomato Jam. Similar to a traditional gastrique, it’s a mix of caramelized sweetness with a pop of vinegar’s brightness.
Advanced | Servings: 4 | Ready In: 60 minutes | Yield: about 8 cups (4 big bowls) Grits are Southern comfort food. Cooked slowly, with love, they become the hearty base for oil-free braised chard. A Sweet-Heat Tomato Jam packs more flavor as sweet tomatoes get a kick from spicy peppers and bright balsamic. This
Medium | Servings: 4 | Ready In: 75 minutes | Yield: about 10 cups Gluten-free Cavatappi pasta noodles hold chunks of roasted eggplant and spicy tomato sauce for this classic Italian dish. The traditional version uses lots of oil and cheese, but this healthy vegan version roasts the eggplant until golden brown. Make a batch
Hearty barley is a budget-friendly whole grain that provides healthy fiber and protein. It pairs with seasonal winter vegetables and simple Italian flavors for this satisfying vegan soup. Enjoy this oil-free, plant-based recipe for an easy, yet satisfying, one-pot dinner. Serve with Lacinato Kale Waldorf Salad, Big ‘Ole Italian Chickpea Salad, or Quick Whole Wheat Flatbread.
Easy | Servings: 4 | Ready In: 5 minutes | Yield: about 3 cups Nothing says fiesta quite like simple Pico de Gallo, an essential Mexican recipe. This healthy 5-ingredient recipe comes together in just 5 minutes for fresh authentic flavor. Use the freshest tomatoes for natural delicious flavor. Enjoy it over Mushroom Poblano Tacos, Easy
Galumpkis, also known as Cabbage Rolls, are a classic Polish comfort food. This plant-based, vegan version skips the meat for a hearty, satisfying filling of whole grain bulgur and aromatic vegetables. The rolls are baked in asimple oil-free sweet and sour sauce for a healthy, satisfying dish that warms you to the core. It takes a little bit of work to make these, but it is worth the effort!
This hearty vegan chili uses black Beluga lentils, which resemble the texture and size of ground meat. You can use also use brown lentils or even crumbled tempeh for healthy vegan protein. Make a big batch of this fat-free, gluten-free recipe in the Slow Cooker. Serve it with Gluten-Free Cornbread and Guacamole for a satisfying, healthy game-day entertaining meal.
