Southwest Black Bean Casserole Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Don’t throw away that leftover rice! This is a simple casserole recipe featuring pantry staples, perfect for using up leftover rice and whatever vegetables you have on hand. Plus, the leftovers can be used in several different ways making delicious meals for days. Leftovers…
Raspberry Lime Smoothie
Raspberry Lime Smoothie Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Raspberries not only bring a festive shade of red but also provide vitamins, minerals and antioxidants for healthy bodies, with a touch of lime that makes it feel like a daiquiri. Mix up this simple masterpiece and share the love! Ingredients 1 cup of canned…
Black Bean Bourguignon
Black Bean Bourguignon Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: In the dead of winter, sometimes what you really need is a dish that’s warm, filling, and well…French. Black Bean Bourguignon is a great way to add that rich slow-roasted taste to your plant-based palate, with the richness of a reduced wine stock, healthy protein,…
Black Bean Brownie Batter Freezer Fudge
Black Bean Brownie Batter Freezer Fudge Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Chewy, decedent, and oh-so chocolate-y, oh and filled with protein and fiber. If you’re like me, once you try it, this brownie batter freezer fudge will be your new go-to dessert when you’re in the mood for something sweet and fudgy. Bonus:…
Raspberry Oatmeal Smoothie
Raspberry Oatmeal Smoothie Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: A special morning smoothie recipe from blogger, Eat Spin Run Repeat. Vega Essentials, plus oatmeal-rich fiber and tons of antioxidant packed raspberries, it’ll leave you satisfied and energized for hours. With 20 grams plant-based protein and 3 servings of greens (which you won’t even taste)…
Quinoa Porridge
Quinoa Porridge Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Sunday night make a big batch of quinoa porridge, and then store it in Mason jars with your favorite toppings for a high protein breakfast Monday through Friday. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups quinoa, dry and rinsed 3 1/2 cups canned coconut milk 2 servings Chocolate Vega…
Lemon Cheesecake Smoothie
Lemon Cheesecake Smoothie Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Creamy yogurt and almond milk (plus a little frozen banana) make this lemon smoothie nearly as decadent as a fresh slice of lemon cheesecake. Crumble half of a graham cracker on top to complete the experience. Ingredients 1 serving Vanilla Vega Essentials 1/2 cup plain…
Moroccan Chickpea Skillet Pizza
Moroccan Chickpea Skillet Pizza Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: This grain-free pizza from nutritionist Amie Valpone, HHC, AADP’s new cookbook Eating Clean features a blend of savory Middle Eastern flavors. Make on both your stovetop and under the broiler for a pizza best enjoyed with a fork and knife. Ingredients 1 cup chickpea…
Slow Cooker Vegan Congee
Slow Cooker Vegan Congee Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Sick of sweet oatmeal, pastries or smoothies for dessert? Congee is a comforting savory porridge often eaten for breakfast in China and many other parts of Asia. You can add the ingredients to your slow cooker before you head to bed, and wake up…
Mango Pudding
Mango Pudding Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: If you need a quick healthy dessert, whip up this simple mango pudding. Chia seeds help to thicken this dessert and add good-for-you Omega-3s. For an extra special touch, garnish with fresh berries or mango, lime, and non-dairy yogurt or coconut whipped cream. Ingredients 2 cups…
Blueberry Buttermilk Protein Waffles and Pancakes
Blueberry Buttermilk Protein Waffles and Pancakes Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Your morning just got a little bit sweeter with these protein-packed, greens-toting, nutrient dense waffles. In less than 30 minutes you’ll feel like you woke up on the right side of the bed, even if you didn’t. Don’t feel like breaking out…
4 Layer Black Bean Dip
4 Layer Black Bean Dip Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Nothing bad can happen when there is a good dip around. Honestly, nothing! Think about the worst party you’ve ever been to… now imagine discovering an amazing dip just as the party reaches its all-time worst. Just the act of dipping and eating…