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What is a Plant-Based Diet?

What is a plant-based diet, anyway? Read on to learn more about this trendy term, and find basic recipes for healthy, whole-foods cooking!

...strictest sense, “plant-based” refers to a vegan diet, one that includes only plant foods and no animal foods. For example, someone who is vegan might eat whole grains, fruits, vegetables,...

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Tofu Sandwich

Great for cookouts or game day, this tofu sandwich is loaded up with the works—BBQ tofu, vegan mayo, slaw, avocado, and pickles. Pass the napkins!

...creamy vegan coleslaw, or vinegar coleslaw. All four options are delicious! Choose the classic coleslaw or vegan coleslaw for a creamy slaw experience, the vinegar coleslaw if you want it...

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Creamy Dill Sauce

This creamy lemon dill sauce is delicious on grilled and roasted vegetables, salads, and more. Made with 6 ingredients, it comes together in minutes.

...use a good one. I like Sir Kensington’s Classic Mayonnaise, Avocado Oil Mayonnaise, and Vegan Mayo. My homemade vegan mayo would work here too! Onion powder and garlic – They...

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41 Healthy Lunch Ideas

If you're looking for new healthy lunch ideas, you're in the right place. These easy lunch recipes are fun, filling, and good for you, too!

...berries instead of fresh. Chickpea Salad Sandwich This vegan spin on a French pan bagnat is one of my favorite healthy lunch ideas. A creamy, briny chickpea salad steps in...

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Lentil Pasta

This easy lentil pasta recipe is a satisfying, comforting vegetarian meal. A rich tomato and lentil sauce coats chewy ribbons of al dente pasta.

...store-bought works too. Parmesan cheese – For topping the pasta. It adds nutty, salty richness to the final dish. If you’re vegan, use my vegan Parmesan cheese instead! Fresh parsley...

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Caprese Sandwich

I love to make this Caprese sandwich recipe for summer picnics. Stuffed with basil, tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella cheese, it's simple and delicious.

...the bread with store-bought or homemade basil pesto. Make it vegan. Replace the cheese with sliced avocado, and spread vegan pesto on the bread for extra richness. Recipe Tips Better...

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31 Best Kitchen Gifts of 2024

Shopping for a home cook? We're here to help! Explore our guide to the best kitchen gifts. It features ideas like top-rated appliances, knives, and more.

...at Amazon 20. Big Vegan Flavor Nisha Vora, the founder of Rainbow Plant Life, is one of my favorite recipe creators. Her new book Big Vegan Flavor came out earlier...

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45 Easy Summer Dinner Ideas

Tired of the same old recipe rotation? Change things up with these easy summer dinner ideas! They include grilling recipes, quick pastas, and more.

...plum tomatoes create a lightly creamy, savory base for this 10-ingredient soup. Vegan Hot Dogs These vegan carrot “hot dogs” are a fun veggie option for a cookout! I love...

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25 Best Dutch Oven Recipes

These easy Dutch oven recipes show off the versatility of everyone's favorite cast-iron pot. Use yours to make bread, stew, pasta, risotto, and more!

...Soup This creamy vegan soup is a new favorite of mine. It’s super simple, satisfying, and filled with sweet and smoky depth of flavor. Vegan Broccoli Soup Classic broccoli cheddar...

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Oyster Mushroom Soup

This oyster mushroom soup is a healthy, healing recipe for cool evenings. It's brimming with flavor from lemongrass, miso & ginger!

...live in vans and make vegan food (#vanlife), I watch people who live in vans and make vegan food while raising young children, and I read the scroll of crazy...

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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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