Plant-based meals that are easy, healthy, and delicious — no animal products.
Irresistible Vietnamese-Style Fried Rice Paper Rolls Addictive and crunchy, these fried rice paper rolls are impossible to stop at just one! The fresh Vietnamese dipping sauce and crisp salad leaves
Vegan Giouvetsi with Mixed Mushrooms and Orzo – A Budget-Friendly Italian-Inspired Dish Enjoy this comforting vegan giouvetsi featuring a flavorful blend of frozen mushrooms simmered with herbs, spices, and orzo
Aromatic Lunch Box: Turmeric Rice, Curried Chickpeas & Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Spicy Oil and Yogurt Sauce A vibrant and balanced lunch inspired by fresh spices and wholesome ingredients, perfect
FLAVORFUL VEGAN SESAME FRIED RICE WITH MUSHROOMS & GREENS A delicious, non-boring vegan recipe perfect as a side dish or warm/cold salad. Toasting the rice gives it a pleasantly chewy
BASMATI RICE WITH SAUTÉED MIXED VEGETABLES – QUICK AND HEALTHY SIDE DISH A simple, nutritious, and colorful side featuring fluffy basmati rice combined with sautéed frozen mixed vegetables. Perfect for
PUERTO RICAN INSPIRED RED BEANS WITH RICE AND SMOKY BACON A hearty and flavorful side dish inspired by Puerto Rican cuisine, featuring tender red beans, smoky bacon, vegetables, and rice.
CREAMY ITALIAN-INSPIRED ROUND GRAIN RICE WITH ROASTED ZUCCHINI A delicate and creamy side dish featuring roasted zucchini and tender round grain rice, enriched with Parmesan, butter, fresh basil, and a
CURRIED CARROT AND ROUND GRAIN RICE – SIMPLE, AROMATIC SIDE DISH A colorful and flavorful rice dish featuring tender carrots sautéed with ginger and curry powder, combined with perfectly cooked
WALNUT POTATO DUMPLINGS (ZISE SI PUTISOARE) WITH SWEET CINNAMON SAUCE Also known as putisoare cu nuca, these tender potato dumplings are coated in a luscious walnut, powdered sugar, and cinnamon
TRADITIONAL POTATO NUDLI WITH POPPY SEED SAUCE A comforting classic Eastern European dish featuring soft potato dumplings (nudli) coated in a luscious, sweet poppy seed sauce with a hint of
SPICY ROASTED WALNUTS – HEALTHY HOLIDAY SNACK For all nut lovers, here’s a simple, healthy snack perfect for the holidays. Egg white foam acts as a binder to coat walnuts
CRISPY ROASTED CHICKPEAS SNACK – A HEALTHY AND DELICIOUS TREAT Leftover cooked chickpeas transformed into a crunchy, flavorful snack reminiscent of roasted corn. Perfect for a nutritious nibble with a
QUICK VEGETARIAN CHICKPEA IN GREEK-STYLE TOMATO SAUCE WITH FETA A flavorful and easy midweek vegetarian dish inspired by classic Greek sauces. This chickpea stew is rich with roasted flavors, sweet
BUTTER CHICKPEA CURRY (CHANA MASALA) – RECIPE BY CHEF PAUL HARRIS This butter chickpea curry is incredibly aromatic, creamy, and flavorful—an absolute delight you won’t believe until you try it!
GARLIC-ANCHOVY CHICKPEA WITH ROASTED CAULIFLOWER – A BALANCED, FLAVORFUL DISH This divine chickpea dish enhanced with garlic and anchovies pairs perfectly with roasted cauliflower for a nutritious, balanced meal. Served
CARAMELIZED TOMATO AND CHICKPEA SAUCE – A SPANISH-INSPIRED DELICACY This richly flavored caramelized tomato sauce with chickpeas was inspired by a friend’s recipe and a memorable breakfast in Valencia. It
SIMPLE GARDEN VEGETABLES: NEW CARROTS WITH SWISS CHARD AND HERBED RICE Enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors of the garden with this simple, wholesome dish featuring tender new carrots and nutritious
BUTTERED NEW CARROTS WITH TARRAGON OIL – PERFECT SIDE FOR LAMB ROAST Celebrate Easter with this fabulous buttery carrot side infused with fragrant tarragon oil and fresh lemon juice. This
ANDALUSIAN-STYLE MARINATED CARROTS (ZANAHORIAS ALIÑADAS) – AROMATIC & TANGY SIDE DISH Discover the vibrant flavors of Andalusia with these marinated carrots, infused with Moroccan-inspired spices and a bright citrusy dressing.
ROASTED BABY CARROTS WITH HERBS DE PROVENCE – A FLAVORFUL SIDE DISH Elevate your meal with these tender roasted baby carrots, perfectly seasoned with aromatic Herbs de Provence, garlic, and
TURKISH-INSPIRED CARROT AND WALNUT SALAD – A LIGHT APPETIZER Discover a flavorful Turkish-inspired salad that combines sautéed carrots and crunchy walnuts with creamy Greek yogurt and fresh dill. This simple
SAUTÉED CARROTS WITH PAPRIKA AND CUMIN – SIMPLE & FLAVORFUL SIDE DISH Carrots have often played a supporting role in my kitchen, quietly enhancing soups and stews. But this recipe
FRESH PEA STEW WITH DILL AND SWEET PEPPER – A CELEBRATION OF MARKET-FRESH INGREDIENTS This week is dedicated to fresh market ingredients! Today’s star is fresh peas, followed by strawberries
QUICK CREAMY PEA SOUP – A SIMPLE AND SPEEDY DINNER SOLUTION A perfect recipe to save the day when you get home late and don’t have much time to cook.
PISELLI ALLA FIORENTINA – TRADITIONAL TUSCAN FRESH PEA SIDE DISH After eagerly waiting for fresh peas to appear at the market, this classic Tuscan recipe was the first dish I
