Category: Vegan

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Carrots Gluten-Free Indian Recipes Thanksgiving Vegan Vegetarian

Turmeric Roasted Carrots with Cumin

This simple and easy Turmeric Roasted Carrots with Cumin makes a flavorful side.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz baby carrots, sliced
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil

Directions

  1. Slice each baby carrot into 4 pieces length-wise.
  2. Sprinkle olive oil, turmeric, and cumin mix well.
  3. Broil in oven for 10 minutes.
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Mushrooms Peppers Pie Recipes Thanksgiving Vegan Vegetarian

Vegetable Strudel

This cheesy Vegetable Strudel that is a great addition to your Fall table!

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet puff pastry, frozen thawed
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup green peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup yellow peppers, sliced
  • 5 black olives, sliced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup mozzarella, shredded
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp soy milk

Directions

  1. Broil the mushrooms and peppers in the oven for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and let it cool.
  2. Place the thawed pastry sheet on a floured surface and roll out.
  3. Place a layer of peppers in the middle third of the pastry sheet and sprinkle with mozzarella. Add a layer of mushrooms, followed by mozzarella and sprinkle some olives on top.
  4. Cut ½ inch slits on either side of the pastry sheet. Take a pastry strip form either side and press them together in the middle, covering the vegetable layer and creating vents for the steam.
  5. Mix the oil and soy milk and brush it over the pastry. Bake at 400F for 15 minutes till it is golden brown.
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Gluten-Free Recipes Squash Thanksgiving Vegan Vegetarian

Butternut Squash with Herbs and Roasted Garlic

Butternut Squash with Herbs and Roasted Garlic is a great gluten-free, dairy-free side for your Thanksgiving table!

Ingredients

  • 1 butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 Tbsp rosemary (fresh/dry)
  • 1 Tbsp thyme (fresh/dry)
  • 3 Tbsps parsley, fresh
  • 1 tsp back pepper
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Directions

  1. Place the diced butternut squash on a baking sheet and sprinkle with olive oil, rosemary, thyme, pepper and salt.
  2. Place the garlic cloves with their skins on the baking sheet as well.
  3. Bake at 350F for 20 minutes.
  4. Squeeze the roasted garlic onto the butternut squash and mix well.
  5. Return to the oven and broil for 5 minutes. Remove and sprinkle with parsley.
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Avocado Recipes Vegan Vegetarian

Avocado Salsa

Avocado salsa with oranges and corn served on grilled tofu and tortillas are such a treat!

Ingredients

  • 1 large avocado
  • ½ cup frozen corn, thawed
  • 1 orange
  • ¼ jalapeno, seeded, diced
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • ½ cup cilantro, chopped

Directions

  1. Peel the orange and cut along the membranes to remove the segments. Slice the segments.
  2. Slice the avocado in half, scoop out the insides and chop.
  3. Mix the oranges, avocado, jalapeno, corn and lime juice.
  4. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve on top of grilled tofu and grilled tortillas for an amazing taste!
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Gluten-Free Potatoes Recipes Vegan Vegetarian

Easy Potato Skin Masala

Inspired by Indian street food, this Easy Potato Skin Masala is a fun, different way to eat your potatoes!

Ingredients

  • 4 Russset potatoes
  • 2 plum tomatoes, diced
  • ½ cup canned chick peas, drained and washed
  • 1/3 cup green onions, sliced
  • 1/3 cup cliantro, chopped
  • 1 tsp chaat masala
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil

Directions

  1. Lightly grease the potatoes with some olive oil, prick them with a fork and bake at 425F for 40 minutes. Cool and slice in halves. Scoop out the potato in the middle leaving a thin layer of skin.
  2. Brush the potato skins with olive oil and bake at 350 for 10 minutes. Cool.
  3. Chop the scooped out potatoes. Mix with chick peas, diced tomatoes, salt, chaat masala and some of the green onions.
  4. Scoop them into the potato skins and sprinkle with remaining green onions and cilantro. Serve with sour cream or greek yogurt (optional).
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Broccoli Gluten-Free Recipes Vegan Vegetarian

Crispy Broccoli Bites

Crispy Broccoli Bites are a delicious, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-calorie dish that even your kids will love!

Ingredients

  • 1 head of broccoli, broken into florets
  • 1 cup chick pea flour
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp cumin powder (optional)
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1 Tbsp canola oil
  • 1 cup water

Directions

  1. Wash the broccoli, dry and break into florets.
  2. Mix the chick pea flour, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin( optional), black pepper and salt well in a bowl.
  3. Add ½ cup of water and mix to make a pancake like batter. Add additional water if the batter is too thick. Then add the broccoli florets and toss to coat.
  4. Place the florets well apart on a greased baking pan and bake at 400F for 10 minutes. Serve hot with ranch or buffalo dip.
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Gluten-Free Recipes Salad Spinach Strawberries Vegan Vegetarian

Spinach and Strawberry Salad

This three ingredient Spinach and Strawberry Salad can be made in a jiffy! Use either store bought or the homemade balsamic vinaigrette recipe from below.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup strawberries, sliced
  • ½ cup walnuts/ pecans (toasted)
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
    • For homemade balsamic vianigrette:
      • 3 Tbsps olive oil
      • 1 Tbsp balasmic vinegar
      • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
      • 1 clove garlic, minced
      • 1/8 tsp oregano
      • 1/8 tsp black pepper

Directions

  1. Wash, dry and chop the spinach roughly.
  2. Add sliced strawberries and toasted walnuts.
  3. Whisk the oil and vinegar to make an emulsion. Blend in the mustard, garlic, oregano and black pepper. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette on the salad.
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Corn Gluten-Free Recipes Vegan Vegetarian

Grilled Corn 3 Ways

Enjoy flavorful and delicious Grilled Corn 3 Ways with some latin inspiration! Makes a great side for your barbecue.

Ingredients

  • 3 corn on the cobs
  • 1 lime, sliced
  • Mexican Style:
    • 1 Tbsp mayonnaise
    • 1 Tbsp sour cream
    • 1 tsp parmesan, grated
    • 1 tsp cilantro, chopped
  • Chimmichuri:
    • 1 clove garlic, minced
    • 1 Tbsp green onion, minced
    • 1 Tbsp oregano, chopped
    • 2 Tbsps cilantro, chopped
    • 1 tsp red wine vinegar
    • 1 Tbsp olive oil

Directions

  1. Grill the corn till they are slightly blackened.
  2. Option 1 : Rub with a wedge of lime.
  3. Option 2 : Mix the mayonnaise and sour cream. Slather the corn with this mixture and sprinkle with parmesan and cilantro.
  4. Options 3 : Add the garlic and green onions and vinegar. Add the olive oil and cllantro. Mix well to make chimmichuri. Add the chimmichuri to the corn.
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Asian Burger Chick Peas Gluten-Free Mediterranean Recipes Vegan Vegetarian

Falafel Burger

Make this mouth-watering, vegan, and gluten-free burger with this Falafel Burger recipe. Tastes awesome with or without a bun!

Ingredients

  • 2 cans chick peas, washed, drained
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ onion, chopped
  • ½ inch slice ginger, minced (optional)
  • 1 tsp serrano peppers, chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1/3 cup chick pea flour
  • 1/3 cup canola oil

Directions

  1. Add the garlic, ginger, onions, chick peas to a food processor and pulse into a rough mixture. Empty into a mixing bowl.
  2. Mix in cumin powder, chick pea flour and divide into six portions.
  3. Make them into patties and place on a parchment lined pan. Refrigerate the burgers for at least ½ hour.
  4. Add a little oil to a griddle and cook the burgers for about 8 minutes, turning over every two minutes.
  5. Assemble with spinach, grape tomatoes, cucumbers, tahini and hot sauce. Enjoy it with or without a bun!
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Asian Carrots Cucumber Recipes Sandwiches Vegan Vegetarian

Bahn Mi

Bahn Mi is a Vietnamese sandwich on a baguette that is a great for summer picnics.

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup baby carrots, julienned
  • 1/3 cup cucumber, julienned
  • 1 package tofu, sliced and grilled
  • 1/3 cup cilantro
  • 1 baguette, sliced and toasted
  • 1 Tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp hot sauce
  • 1/3 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 Tbsps salt

Directions

  1. Heat the vinegar, water and salt for about a minute till the salt dissolves to make pickle juice. Cool.
  2. Place the carrots and cucumber in a mason jar and pour the pickle juice over them. Let is sit for about 1/2 hour.
  3. Slice the baguette in half and toast it. Cut into 6 inch pieces.
  4. Mix the mayonnaise and hot sauce. Spread this on the toasted baguette slices.
  5. Place the grilled tofu on a slice of baguette. Add some pickled carrots, cucumber and cilantro. Top with another baguette slice.