Fava Bean & Ramp Risotto Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 40 minutes Total time: 55 minutes Serves: 3-4 This luxurious risotto is a great way to showcase spring produce. Ingredients 1 bunch (about 10) Ramps 1 lb. fresh Fava Beans, shelled 1 Tbsp. Butter 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil 1 c. Arborio Rice ½ c….
Rosemary and Lemon White Bean Dip
Rosemary and Lemon White Bean Dip Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: An easy appetizer or snack that can be whipped up with what you already have in your kitchen. Ingredients 2 cups cooked cannellini beans, rinsed and drained 2 lemons, zested 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon dried…
Beanburgers
Beanburgers Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Total time: 40 minutes Serves: 4 beanburgers A simple beanburger recipe, which can be baked. The burgers are juicy and contain ingredients you probably already have in the cupboard or fridge. Ingredients 1 550g tin of black beans. (Or red kidney beans, or cannellini beans) 20g…
Triple Bean Flautas
Triple Bean Flautas Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: These cheesy veggie flautas are baked to crispy perfection! They’re great for a weeknight dinner or even your Cinco de Mayo celebration and are freezer friendly to boot! Ingredients 1/2 cup red onion 1/2 cup white onion 2 TBSP oil [olive, coconut, or avocado] 1…
Tortilla Casserole
Tortilla Casserole Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 4-6 Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with this healthy tortilla casserole! It’s made with corn tortillas, sweet potato, beans, zucchini, corn and a flavorful red sauce. As an added bonus, the leftovers can be frozen and reheated later. Ingredients For the tortilla casserole: 2 lbs (900g) peeled…
Giant Limas with Tomatoes, Spinach and Olives
Giant Limas with Tomatoes, Spinach and Olives Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Enjoy this vegan, Mediterranean feast – a stew of giant lima beans, spinach, and tomatoes with lots of Greek herbs Ingredients 1/2 lb (a rounded cup) dried giant lima beans 1 1/2 quarts water (10 cups for those of you who…
Smashed white bean and kale quesadillas
Smashed white bean and kale quesadillas Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Total time: 20 minutes Serves: 2 servings These smashed white bean and kale quesadillas served with a creamy BBQ dip are the perfect meatless meal for a light dinner. Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 shallot, minced 1 15…
Chickpea Cacciatore
Chickpea Cacciatore Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: A healthy vegan take on traditional cacciatore. Satisfying, bright and loaded with rich flavour. Ingredients 1 onion, chopped (about 1 cup) ½ lb cremini or wild mushrooms, quartered (about 2 cups) 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 cups cooked chickpeas 1 28 oz can whole tomatoes, crushed…
Smokey Beet Burgers
Smokey Beet Burgers Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Smoked paprika, earthy beets, hearty black beans and chewy quinoa, combine to make these delectable vegan smokey beet burgers. No BBQ required! Ingredients 1/3 cup uncooked quinoa ½ lb raw beets (about 1 large), cut into chunks 1 clove garlic 2½ cups cooked black beans…
Black Bean Mole Burgers
Black Bean Mole Burgers Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 4 A hearty, flavourful bean burger with a rich mole sauce (chocolate and chili!) Ingredients 1-1/2 C Cooked black beans/ 1 can 1/4 C Mole sauce (see below) 1/3 C Chopped green onions 1/4 C Fresh coriander 1/2 tsp Ground cumin 1/4 tsp Chipotle…
Roasted Roots & Lemony Bean Purée
Roasted Roots & Lemony Bean Purée Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 4 Chunky roasted roots over a smooth lemon and rosemary infused white bean purée. Ingredients 175g/6oz EACH peeled and diced small Swede (rutabaga) Parsnip Carrot Beetroot Butternut Squash 1 Tbsp Olive oil 2-3 Cloves of garlic Salt & pepper, to taste FOR…
Classic Baked Falafel
Classic Baked Falafel Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: An oil-free, gluten-free and vegan baked falafel with the perfect crunchy exterior. Ingredients 1 cup chopped onion 3 cloves garlic 1 cup cilantro, tender stems included zest of 1 lemon 2½ cups cooked chickpeas ½ tsp sea salt 2 tsp cumin 1 tbsp ground flaxseed…