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April 23, 2022
Vegan Beyond Meat Thai Lettuce Wraps
Vegan Beyond Meat Thai Lettuce Wraps are a great recipe when you are looking for something healthy or are trying to “eat clean”. They are simple to make, scrumptious, and packed with flavor. I like how customizable they are because you can add any toppings of your choosing when creating your lettuce wraps. If you are unfamiliar with lettuce wraps, think of them as a taco but with a lettuce leaf instead of a tortilla or taco shell. The recipe can be found here. Start by preparing the Beyond Meat. I personally like to use Beyond Meat in a lot of recipes and think it fits well with the flavors in this recipe. It also makes this recipe vegan if you follow a vegan lifestyle. If you don’t, feel free to substitute the Beyond Meat with ground chicken, ground turkey, or ground beef. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Beyond Meat, onion, and garlic. Cook for about … Continue reading
December 28, 2021
Vegan Beyond Meat Taco Salad
If you aren’t familiar with Beyond Meat, it’s a plant-based “meat” that is quite tasty and gives you the texture and juiciness of ground beef. I use it in a lot of recipes but recently tried it in a taco salad. It was colorful, zesty, and packed full of flavor. I didn’t miss the meat and don’t think you will either! So, I recommend adding Beyond Meat to your next salad to give it that high quality, premium, restaurant feel. If you keep reading, you will learn about my recipe for a Vegan Beyond Meat Taco Salad. The recipe is for a vegan meal. All ingredients in the recipe are vegan conscious. If you are not vegan, are working your way towards becoming vegan, or are simply intrigued, please give this recipe a shot! You can substitute virtually any ingredient and make it your own to suit your taste. There is a high chance you will eliminate the vegan … Continue reading
November 16, 2021
Vegan Beyond Meat Unstuffed Pepper Bowls
Vegan Beyond Meat Unstuffed Pepper Bowls is an easy to make, comfort food type meal, that is 100% vegan. It’s bright, colorful, and has all the flavors you love from a classic stuffed pepper recipe. For those of you who aren’t vegan, or aren’t familiar with Beyond Meat, it’s a 100% plant-based protein. I personally think it’s delicious and substitute it in a lot of dishes. In its raw form, it has the texture of ground beef. In its cooked form, it has a similar texture to ground meat, has a slightly nutty flavor, and is juicy (not like other vegetarian or vegan meats that are bland and dry). It’s hard to describe but it has good flavor. You can add beans, corn, lentils, rice, mushrooms – anything you like to these unstuffed pepper bowls. They are completely customizable but if you prefer to follow a recipe, it can be found here. Start by cooking the rice … Continue reading
September 30, 2021
VEGAN Grilled Jalapeno Poppers
If you follow my blog, you are probably aware that I recently wrote a post about Grilled Jalapeno Poppers. They are a great appetizer, a fun dish for a BBQ or cookout, and are full of flavor and spice! I recently made a vegan version of the same grilled jalapeno popper recipe and want to share it with you today. The recipe can be found here. Jalapeno Poppers are essentially hollowed out jalapenos that are stuffed with cheese (non-dairy cheese in this case) and spices, are frequently breaded (we are skipping this step), and either fried, baked, or grilled to perfection. They are a guaranteed crowd pleaser! To make my Vegan Grilled Jalapeno Poppers, you must first make Vegan Cream Cheese. You can buy plain vegan cream cheese from your local grocery store or make your own. I prefer to make homemade vegan cream cheese. For the most part, it … Continue reading
March 18, 2021
Beyond Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers (Vegan)
Beyond Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers are a bright and colorful dish complete with roasted peppers, rice, veggies, and a plant-based protein. Stuffed peppers are traditionally made with ground beef but a few simple substitutes and voila, you have yourself a vegan meal. You can use any color bell pepper (use a variety of colors for a nice plating presentation) or even substitute the Beyond Beef with another plant-based protein product. Anything goes while you are creating this meal because these peppers are a meal in itself! The recipe can be found here. Start by preheating the oven to 375 degrees F. Set aside an 8×8 baking dish (if using 4 bell peppers) or a 9×13 baking dish (if using 6 bell peppers). Use a knife to remove the tops of the bell peppers. Don’t remove too much of the top because you want to fill as much of the pepper … Continue reading
March 16, 2021
Beyond Beef BBQ Sloppy Joe’s (Vegan)
We recently tried Beyond Meat Plant-Based Ground Beyond Beef in Sloppy Joe format and let me tell you, it was delicious! I think Sloppy Joe’s transport you back to your childhood where you ate dinner around the family table. It was a classic meal and a staple in a lot of homes growing up. However, tastes have changed for some people and others follow a plant-based diet, so a traditional Sloppy Joe just won’t cut it anymore. That’s where Beyond Meat comes in! Beyond Beef BBQ Sloppy Joe’s are the perfect meal for anyone following a vegan diet or for someone who wants to give it a try. It’s a plant-based recipe the whole family can enjoy! The Beyond Beef BBQ Sloppy Joe’s are just as meaty as the traditional version and can be dressed up a bit with onions or peppers. The recipe can be found here. Start by … Continue reading
March 12, 2021
Bruschetta Pasta (Vegan)
Every so often I like to make a vegan dish for a few reasons. First, the food is actually delicious (don’t knock it ‘til you try it) and second, I have friends and family members who are vegan (or follow a similar diet), so I like to have a few recipes in my back pocket in case I’m ever entertaining them. I’d rather be accommodating so they know they can comfortably eat at my house than have them eat before coming over. And truly, the food is quite good, in addition to being good for you! Bruschetta Pasta is one of my to-go dishes. It is a vegan dish, but you could easily add parmesan cheese or a little shredded mozzarella if you aren’t following a special diet or don’t have dietary restrictions. I like this pasta because it’s very light and refreshing. Think of traditional bruschetta, but instead of … Continue reading
December 4, 2020
Vegan Vegetable Empanadas
Have you ever had an Empanada? They are common in Southern Europe, Latin America, and the Philippines but I’m sure you’ve noticed them as a menu item from time to time. Empanadas are essentially pockets of dough with some kind of filling; typically, meat, cheese, and vegetables, or any combination of those. I think they are pretty easy to make and tend to feed a crowd because the recipe makes so many. And they are often freezer friendly so you can have leftovers for another day. You do want to be careful with what kind of vegetable you use in empanadas because some vegetables hold up better when being used as filling. For instance, bell peppers, onions, broccoli, carrots, spinach, etc. all work very well. Squash, tomatoes, or other watery vegetables will need to be drained before using, otherwise you will be left with some soggy dough! So, feel free … Continue reading
November 23, 2020
Creative Cauliflower Meals – Part 2
Not too long ago, I wrote a blog called Creative Cauliflower Meals about various ways to use cauliflower in Chinese inspired recipes. We’ve been talking about those recipes ever since and thought, why not try a few more? There are SO MANY ways to utilize cauliflower in recipes. My most preferred way is to substitute chicken with cauliflower. Once it’s cooked/baked, it has a very similar texture so you can hardly tell you aren’t eating meat. This is a great way to expand your pallet if you are vegetarian or exploring a vegan diet. First up is Baked BBQ Cauliflower Wings. These are just like boneless BBQ chicken wings but a lot healthier and you aren’t sacrificing the taste. These are full of flavor and easy to make! The recipe can be found here. ***This is a vegan recipe*** Start by preheating the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a … Continue reading
May 31, 2020
Vegan Buffalo Mac & Cheese
Vegan Buffalo Mac & Cheese will make your dreams come true one bite at a time. It’s the ultimate comfort food! Each bite is creamy, loaded with buffalo spice, and has the slightest crunch from toasted breadcrumbs. It’s the perfect recipe to take your dinner game to the next level. The recipe can be found here. The first step is to bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package instruction. Drain and set aside. I like to use chickpea noodles because they are packed with protein and fiber but use any noodle you prefer. I think the texture of chickpea noodles is very similar to regular noodles, as well as the taste. Next, bring a small pot of water to a boil (you can also do this while the noodles are cooking). Once the water is boiling, turn off the heat and … Continue reading
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