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As of this writing in May of 2021, you can’t get vegan Dunkin Donuts in the US yet; they’ve just launched quite the selection in Belgium, where they’re being test-marketed. Hopefully, this means that we’ll be seeing them soon here in the US! About Dunkin Donuts Dunkin Donuts was founded by Bill Rosenberg in …
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Sure, veggie pizza is AWESOME but if you’re looking to add some pepperoni back to that pizza, how about trying some VEGAN pepperoni? This vegan pepperoni recipe comes courtesy of Chef Skye Michael Conroy. In episode 382 of The Vegetarian Zen podcast, we talked to Chef Skye Michael Conroy (aka The Gentle Chef) about his …
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Recently in the Peas and Carrots Society Facebook group, a member posted a question about nutritional yeast (aka nooch). What followed was an AMAZING discussion among members about these mysterious yellow flakes, including some really yummy-sounding and creative ways to use them. You can listen to us discuss nutritional yeast here or read on for …
What is Nutritional Yeast (aka Nooch)? Benefits PLUS 5 Yummy Recipes (VZ 142) Read More »
It’s tradition down here in the southern U.S. (where we live) to get the new year started off right with a big bowl of black-eyed peas. These yummy legumes are believed to bring you good luck for the coming year. Whether you believe that black-eyed peas are lucky or not, one thing’s for certain: they …
7 Vegan Black-Eyed Peas Recipes For A Prosperous New Year! Read More »
The holiday season is my absolute FAVORITE time of year! For me, it’s always meant family, friends, and good food–and good food is what this article is all about. Here are ten vegan and vegetarian Christmas dinner ideas that will satisfy vegetarians, vegans, and even your omnivore family members. 10 Vegan and Vegetarian Christmas …
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Batch cooking can be challenging to get started, and even harder to stick with. Larissa and I have had an on-again-off-again relationship with batch cooking. When we’re “on,” we can definitely tell a positive difference in how we stick to our goals of eating healthier (i.e., less processed food). When we’re “off,” we tend to …
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I’m a little embarrassed to admit this, but before becoming plant-based in 2013 I didn’t know what a lentil was. Sure, I’d probably eaten lentils at some point in my life, but not on purpose. And I certainly didn’t know how healthy they are! You can listen to our podcast to learn more …
What Exactly Are Lentils and What The Heck Can I Do With Them? (VZ 365) Read More »
Summertime…and the living is easy — except that, down here in the blazing heat of south Texas, going outdoors can be rough. Sounds like the perfect time for a virtual vegan picnic! We asked our friends in our closed Facebook group, The Peas and Carrots Society, to let us know what they’d be bringing. …
This blackstrap molasses oatmeal recipe certainly takes me down memory lane! When I was little and my mom would bake delicious gingerbread or oatmeal cookies (two of my dad’s favorite desserts), I would always ask for a taste of molasses. She would give me a spoonful and I would pretend that it was my “medicine”. …
Yes, it’s true. Vegetarian and vegan food is often thought of as tasteless, bland, and generally “no-fun” by people who might not know any better. But we know differently! That’s why we’ve put together this guide to vegan and vegetarian seasonings to help you add some spice to your dishes…and your life! You can listen to …
Spice Up Your Life with these Vegan and Vegetarian Seasonings! (VZ 361) Read More »
Laura shares her recipe for Peanut-y Carrot Noodles which is just one of several delicious recipes in her book Vegan for Everyone. Be sure to check out our recipe with Laura in episode 359 of our podcast.
In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we are pleased to welcome Laura Theodore, a.k.a., The Jazzy Vegetarian. We’re EXTRA excited about having Laura on the show because she was one of our inspirations for creating The Vegetarian Zen podcast. Many of you know that we started Vegetarian Zen as a place …
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In episode 359 of our podcast, we were pleased to welcome one of our GREATEST inspirations for starting our podcast, Laura Theodore (aka The Jazzy Vegetarian). Being the GRACIOUS guest that she is, she provided us with some recipes to share with our community from her latest book, Vegan for everyone. Enjoy! Photo Credit: Laura …
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In episode 359 of our podcast, we were pleased to welcome one of our GREATEST inspirations for starting our podcast, Laura Theodore (aka The Jazzy Vegetarian). Being the GRACIOUS guest that she is, she provided us with some recipes to share with our community from her latest book, Vegan for everyone. Enjoy! Recipe from Vegan …
Hungry Guy Burgers By Laura Theodore (aka The Jazzy Vegetarian) Read More »
As we deal with the global COVID-19 pandemic, staying healthy is essential. One of the ways to do this is to keep our digestive systems healthy. Enter probiotics; more specifically, VEGAN probiotics! You can check out our discussion of vegan probiotics here… …or read on for a quick summary. The human digestive system …
So what is miso? Back in episode 176 we talked about the amazing benefits of fermented foods. One of the foods we discussed was miso. To be honest, I had no clue what it was until I became a vegetarian; I didn’t even know it existed! This is a great example of how becoming a …
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Before we begin talking about what it means to be a gluten-free vegan, please be sure to consult your doctor if you suspect you have a gluten allergy or any other medical condition. This information is meant to aid you in any discussions you have with a medical professional. Listen to our podcast here… …or …
NOTE: Before we start discussing how to get enough potassium, we want to stress that you should always consult with your doctor or professional nutritionist before changing your diet. Only a blood test from your doctor will be able to tell you if your potassium is low. While low potassium levels can affect your overall …
Before we get into our top kitchen tools going into 2020, we want to stress that you do NOT need to spend a lot of money to get healthy! We’ve accumulated many of these tools over YEARS. In this episode, we simply want to share some of the things we’re using that are making our …
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Seeds — what they lack in size, they MORE than makeup for in nutritional value! Here are 7 of the healthiest seeds you can eat to give you an extra nutritional boost! You can listen to us discuss these “fab 7” seeds below or read on for a quick review of what we discuss: …
7 of the Healthiest Seeds You Can Eat (and Some Ways to Eat Them!) (VZ 344) Read More »
Yes, we finally did it! We bought an air fryer! We decided on a Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven which actually does quite a bit more than just air fry (yep, that’s one of the reasons we chose it). Back in episode 259 of our podcast, we talked about air frying. When we recorded that episode …
A Review of Our New Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven (VZ 343) Read More »
Quinoa is one of the BEST plant-based proteins for vegetarians and vegans. In this episode of our podcast, we discuss what quinoa is, how to cook quinoa, and share a few recipes we’re eager to try. You can listen to the podcast here or scroll down for a quick summary of what we discuss along …
How to Cook Quinoa and What To Do With It (VZ 342) Read More »
One of the very first kitchen appliances we purchased when we became vegetarians in 2013 was a brand new high-quality juicer, our Omega VRT350. We were inspired to purchase a juicer after watching the documentary Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead. In the film, an Aussie named Joe Cross put himself on a 60-day juice fast …
Why We STILL Love Our Omega VRT350 Masticating Juicer! Read More »
One thing this Texas gal takes VERY seriously is CHILI, so I’m not joking when I say that this is truly the BEST Darn Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili I’ve EVER had! Check out episode 339 of our podcast to hear us talk about why we LOVE chili much and how an Instant Pot makes it …
What’s better than a BIG bowl of vegetarian chili? How about a BIG bowl of Instant Pot vegetarian chili! Here’s why… But first, a quick disclaimer from this Texan who takes her chili VERY seriously! Since traditional Texas chili doesn’t call for beans or veggies, we’re going to be taking some liberties with the recipe. …
The Best Darn Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili…Seriously Ya’ll! (VZ 339) Read More »
