When it comes to snacking, I never thought I would dream about beans. To me, beans used to be gloopy, smelly, and gross. Especially when compared to the sweet jelly variety. Can you imagine how happy I was when I first tried savory roasted chickpeas? Now, I laugh at myself when strolling through the grocery…
When my vegan-curious friend told me she tried a recipe for vegan hummus pasta and loved it, I was instantly intrigued! I saw some recipes online that called for a tub of hummus—which is great—but I wanted to create a recipe that’s inspired by hummus but even more affordable and just as delicious. Instead of…
This vegan chickpea noodle soup recipe was generously sponsored by our friends at Pastabilities—makers of fun-shaped pasta for every occasion! It’s cold outside. Maybe you’re feeling a little under the weather. You just know that a steaming hot bowl of comforting, belly-warming vegan chicken noodle soup would sooth your soul. Dear friend, I see you,…
Quick, savory and satisfying lunches can be hard to find! Well friends, there’s no need to resort to expensive take out meals or hour-long meal prep. Our vegan chickpea stew can be created in a flash and will appease even the most voracious of appetites. A simply-seasoned sauce gives this dish an illusion of complexity…
I grew up loving asian-inspired “Chinese Chicken Salad” and whenever I saw it on a menu, I’d order it—without the chicken! I know that might sound crazy, but it I loved the toasted sesame dressing, juicy mandarin orange slices, and colorful salad. And as a vegetarian since age eight, I never missed the chicken. Fast…
The world of dips and spreads is a fun one. Everyone seems to have their favorites, and the options are endless, but one thing is for certain: hummus is king. No other spread can overshadow the universal love for this dip, and we get it! But, what’s the only thing that could top the beloved…
Salads have been getting a bad reputation for far too long. The image of sad-looking iceberg lettuce in a bowl still haunts some people but things are looking much brighter for salads, and we are determined to prove it! This vegan Mexican 3 bean salad recipe will become your new go-to. The days of salad…
The base ingredients in falafels are so healthy, but most falafels prepared in restaurants—or even pre-packaged in stores—are either deep-fried or filled with artificial ingredients (or both!). This falafel recipe uses traditional ingredients like chickpeas, garlic, onions, and fresh herbs…but they’re baked instead of fried and they’re oil free! You can even make them gluten-free…
Making your own hummus is quick, easy, and will save you loads of money over time (especially if you eat hummus as frequently as I do). I’ve stopped buying tubs of hummus at the store for the most part and instead will whip up a batch in my food processor whenever I need more. Hummus…
Move over, tuna! The surprise ingredient in these “tuna” salad sandwiches? Chickpeas. This versatile legume takes on the taste of the sea while delivering a protein punch. It’s perfect as a sandwich filling or on a bed of lettuce. This vegan tuna salad sandwich recipe appears in my book, MeatLess: Transform the Way You Eat…