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Fall Hazelnut Panzanella

A delicious stuffing/panzanella hybrid, this healthy fall salad full of tangy sautéed mushrooms and crispy kale makes the perfect Thanksgiving side. Vegan.

...side Ingredients For the dressing: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar (or sherry vinegar) Splash of maple syrup 1 shallot, chopped Sea salt and fresh black pepper...

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Butternut Squash & Leek Risotto

Our favorite fall date-night dinner. This herb, squash, and leek-filled risotto is a great healthy option for the holidays. Gluten free, vegan option.

Butternut squash risotto / Love & Lemons

...as a main Ingredients For the squash: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup butternut squash cubes (about 1 cm) Sea salt and fresh black pepper 1/4 cup veggie broth...

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Cauliflower Puree with Chickpeas

When I'm craving an easy, cozy weeknight dinner, I make this cauliflower puree. I sprinkle it with capers, roasted chickpeas & fresh rosemary.

...1 tablespoon chopped rosemary Squeeze of 1/2 to 1 whole lemon, plus some zest (to taste) Sea salt and fresh black pepper Milk or water to thin, or more chickpeas...

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Caprese Sandwich with Olive Pesto

Layers of summer produce, fresh mozzarella, and savory olive pesto fill this fresh, satisfying loaded caprese sandwich. A must-try cookout meal!

...Balsamic vinegar, for drizzling Sea salt & fresh black pepper For the olive pesto:* ¼ cup green olives ½ cup slivered or chopped almonds, toasted 2 big handfuls of basil...

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Chili-Orange Veggie Bowl

I steam the veggies instead of roasting them in this easy bowl, and their clean flavors shine under a lightly spicy, tangy chili vinaigrette.

...is celebrated. I made this bowl a meal with some black rice, tofu, and a bright, tangy sauce. (I have this mini-bamboo steamer – which is the perfect size for...

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Aloo Gobi

Aloo gobi is one of my favorite things to order at Indian restaurants. This recipe adds fresh peas & greens to the classic cauliflower & potato curry.

...tablespoons lime juice, more to taste 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1 cup pre-baked tofu, cubed, optional freshly ground black pepper for serving: cooked basmati rice or naan bread Instructions Heat...

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Easy Gazpacho

Beat the heat with this easy gazpacho recipe! Made with summer veggies, vinegar, and olive oil, this cool soup is rich, tangy, and refreshing.

...for garnish 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar ½ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1¼ teaspoons sea salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper...

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Butternut Squash Soup

Served piping hot with a hunk of crusty bread, this creamy, nourishing butternut squash soup recipe is fall comfort food at its best.

...as its base, this is a vegan butternut squash soup recipe. Salt and freshly ground black pepper – Add them with the onion at the start of the cooking process,...

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Banh Mi Sandwich

Instead of stuffing this banh mi sandwich with meat, I fill it with zesty marinated tofu. Pickled veggies and cilantro leaves take it over the top.

...sauce, lime juice and zest, garlic, ginger, and black pepper. It’s super savory and bright. Yum! Pickled vegetables – These guys are key for giving a banh mi its signature...

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I'm Jeanine Donofrio, a New York Times bestselling cookbook author and recipe developer. I share fresh, delicious vegetarian recipes that celebrate seasonal ingredients and flavors.

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