Whole Food Plant-Based Diet Recipes
A whole food plant-based diet is based on foods derived from, you guessed it, plants. Lots of them. Piled high on your plate. What does that really mean? It means eating a wide range of unprocessed, or minimally processed vegetables, grains, fruits, nuts, and seeds. And it’s not as limiting as it sounds.
Plant-based diets focus on real food, whole ingredients, a spectrum of colors, and omitting animal products. There are many compelling studies that argue the benefits of this type of diet on both our health, and the health of the environment.
Try incorporating more of these type of meals into your everyday. The key to success is good recipes. So! If you’re looking for great plant-based recipes, I’m including all of my favorites here. Try swapping out a conventional taco night for this plant-based taco soup, making these quick vegan enchiladas, or this crowd-pleasing chana masala!
Feel-good Lunch Ideas
Leveling up lunch ideas with lots of color, clever use of leftovers, and feel-good ingredients. These are two lunchboxes I packed recently.
Salt and Pepper Tofu
A special ingredient in the coating of this salt and pepper tofu is what makes it extra good. You’re going to want to have it over cold noodles, salads, or as a straight-up snack.
Roasted Broccoli
The bonus part of this roasted broccoli is the creamy tahini under-dressing along with the scallion-peanut sprinkle. Inspired by a sheet pan recipe in Alison Roman’s Dining In, this broccoli is on repeat.
Peach Salsa
Peach salsa, with its confetti color and big flavor, is a summer favorite. A short ingredient list that allows for early preparation equals perfection on everything from chips to tacos and more.
An Amazing Vegetarian Paella
A much-loved vegetarian paella recipe. And, for this veg-centric, California-inspired take on the Spanish classic, you don't need a special pan.
Mushroom Scallops
To make mushroom “scallops” keep your eyes peeled for big mushrooms! So worth it. Slice king oyster mushrooms into scallop-shaped rounds and saute until tender and golden. Toss with a flavor-packed mixture of onions, cherry tomatoes, ginger, garlic, lime and a a special sauce.
Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini
A special roasted cauliflower inspired by Sara Forte’s new cookbook. It’s wildly delicious - loaded with herbs, dates, nuts, roasted red onions and tossed with a tahini dressing.
Super Orange Citrus Rice
This incredible citrus rice is flooded with orange juice, flecked with celery and carrots, and boosted with a packet of French onion dip mix.
Persian New Year Noodle Soup (Ash Reshteh)
An amazing Persian New Year Noodle Soup (Ash Reshteh) inspired by a version in Greg & Lucy Malouf's beautiful book, Saraban. At its core, this is a celebratory bean and noodle soup featuring thin egg noodles swimming in a fragrant broth spiced with turmeric, cumin, chiles, and black pepper. Loaded with spinach and herbs, you serve it topped with walnuts, caramelized onions, and a dollop of something creamy. It’s amazing.
Kale Chips
There are just a couple details to get right for the perfect kale chips. This is how I make crispy pom-poms of kale everyone loves to snack on.
