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In 2013, Larissa and I became lacto-ovo vegetarians, meaning we cut out the meat but still ate some eggs and dairy. While cow’s milk was still on the table, I came to realize that it never really agreed with my …
Protein Power! 5 High Protein Milk Alternatives We Love Read More »
In the quest to find healthy, satisfying, and delicious meals, vegetarian lunch ideas often top the list. Forget plain old boring salads; we’re talking about hearty salads, grain bowls, and so much more. We’ve curated a list of 10 vegetarian …
10 Vegetarian Lunch Ideas We’re Trying This Month! Read More »
In this episode of The Vegetarian Zen podcast Larissa and I are thrilled to have Diane Rose-Solomon to the show. Diane’s an animal rescue advocate, award-winning author, filmmaker, and the creator of What’s Plant-Based Cooking Good Looking?. A certified Humane …
Plant-Based Cooking Made Easy With Diane Rose-Solomon Read More »
Over the weekend I read an article in the Veganconomist on the topic of mycoprotein. “What is mycoprotein?”, you might be asking. Mycoprotein is a plant-based protein made from a fungus, and it’s something you may want to pay attention …
Mycoprotein: What Is It and Why Your Body and Planet Will LOVE It! Read More »
Whether you’re a potato chip lover or corn chips are more your thing, there are plenty of vegan chips on the market these days that are either intentionally or “accidentally” vegan. Below you’ll find 12 of our favorite vegan chips …
There’s something incredibly heartwarming about gathering friends and family to share a meal, and a potluck can take this feeling to the next level. Everyone brings a dish to share, making it an enjoyable culinary adventure with the added advantage …
40 Vegan and Vegetarian Potluck Ideas That Everyone Will Love! Read More »
It’s been a while since Larissa and I have had company over to our house (thanks, COVID!), but with my birthday coming up soon and Mother’s Day around the corner, we’re hoping that this sad streak will be coming to …
Vegan Charcuterie Boards: Enchant Your Guests with These Plant-Based Masterpieces Read More »
Breakfast…it’s the most important meal of the day, right? Well, some might argue that jelly (or jam or preserves) is the most important condiment of breakfast! If you’re a fan of spreading jams and fruit jellies on your morning toast …
Is Jelly Vegan? Enjoying Your Favorites While Not Compromising Your Vegan Lifestyle Read More »
When I started working from home full-time in 2018, I thought that meal planning and meal prep were going to be easy-peasy! It turns out that things can still get pretty crazy (we tend to work more hours now than …
Tostada-rific! 10 Vegan Tostada Recipe Ideas for Busy Weeknights Read More »
In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we’ve got an amazing guest who’s going to share how we can eat plant-based without breaking the bank. Toni Okamoto is the founder of Plant-Based on a Budget, a website and social …
Toni Okamoto Shares How to Be Plant-Based on a Budget Read More »
Oh, how I LOVE a cup of vegan yogurt topped with fresh fruit in the morning! And to think, just a few years ago, there weren’t that many vegan brands to choose from. These days, however, there are so many. …
It’s that time of year again! The Girl Scouts of America will be out in full force, green sashes and all, peddling their boxes of delicious cookies. But if you’re vegan, are you able to partake of this yearly deliciousness? …
Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with These Vegan Girl Scout Cookies Read More »
You’ve got a case of the “itchy-swallows.” You know what I mean…you swallow and it feels like there are ants crawling around in your throat. You have to scratch that itch, so you cough. And it doesn’t work. Coughing a …
Hot Lemonade Recipe (A Warm Drink That Can Help with Sore Throat) Read More »
On Sunday mornings when I was a kid, my dad would head to the bakery to get some freshly baked pan dulce (sweet bread) and a box of warm donuts. These are still some of my favorite sweet treats. Many …
Are Donuts Vegan? Some Surprising Ingredients to Watch Out For Read More »
Whether you’re heading to a Halloween get-together or just want to enjoy some fun foods at home, these 12 Vegan Halloween treats will add some delicious fun to the season! You can listen to us discuss these vegan Halloween recipes …
Trick or Treat! 12 Fun Vegan Halloween Recipes To Try Read More »
If you’re a vegan or vegetarian we’ve got good news for you! Tofu is 100% vegan! That means it’s free from any animal products and is suitable for a vegetarian or vegan diet. Tofu is also an awesome source of …
Is Tofu Vegan? Benefits Plus 5 Awesome Recipes To Try Read More »
In This episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we welcome Kobi Regev, CEO and Co-Founder of Pleese Foods, a company specializing in plant-based cheese made from a proprietary blend of bean and potato proteins. We talk to Kobi about his …
Say Pleese Cheese! Chatting with Kobi Regev of Pleese Foods Read More »
Looking for a delicious, cruelty-free non-dairy frozen dessert option? Then you need to check out Ben & Jerry’s non-dairy ice cream! In this article we’ll share the delicious non-dairy flavors of Ben & Jerry’s and give you some of our …
20 Ben & Jerry’s Non-Dairy Flavors To Cool You off This Summer Read More »
Beat the Heat with a Non-Dairy Treat! What do you think of when you think of summer? Being from South Texas, the first thing I think of is triple-digit HEAT! Then I think about ways I can keep cool. A …
This Sweet & Sour Cabbage Soup recipe is from Vegetariana, by Nava Atlas (reprinted with permission). Be sure to check out our interview with Nava where she discusses the latest edition of her book, originally published in 1984. From the …
This Potato, Scallion, & Zucchini Casserole recipe is from Vegetariana by Nava Atlas (reprinted with permission). Be sure to check out our interview with Nava where she discusses the latest edition of her book, originally published in 1984. From the …
This Tender Greens Salad with Radishes and Herbs recipe is from Vegetariana by Nava Atlas (reprinted with permission). Be sure to check out our interview with Nava where she discusses the latest edition of her book, originally published in 1984. …
Tender Greens Salad with Radishes & Herbs Recipe Read More »
In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we speak to Nava Atlas, who is the author of multiple books including Vegetariana: A Rich Harvest of Wit, Lore, and Recipes. Vegetariana was originally released in 1984. The 4th edition was …
Vegetariana: A Mix of Wit, Lore, and Delicious Vegan Recipes with Nava Atlas Read More »
In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we welcome Rym Selmi, CEO of Miiro, a company that makes wholesome, vegan, low-sugar chocolate treats and baking goodies. Rym discusses her own plant-based journey to veganism and her inspiration for creating …
Rym Selmi of Miiro Talks Vegan Chocolate Bars & Treats! Read More »
In episode 408 of The Vegetarian Zen podcast, we welcomed back our friend and inspiration, Laura Theodore (aka The Jazzy Vegetarian). This recipe for Vegan Tofu Ricotta Cheese can be used in her Spicy Vegan Eggplant Rollatini recipe which is …
Easy Vegan Tofu Ricotta Cheese Recipe by Laura Theodore Read More »
