Recipes

So, you want to whip up some vegan food huh? Great! While you're at it, why not make the dishes healthy and eco-friendly? Below you will find delicious and nutritious meals that tread lightly on the planet and your waistline.

Most recipes are also:

gluten free icon Gluten-free oil fee icon Low or No Oil
soy free icon Soy-free salt free icon Low or No Salt
sugar free icon Refined Sugar-free  eco friendly packaging icon Low or No Packaging
 
raw icon Many recipes are raw as well

You're encouraged to purchase organic, sustainably harvested and local ingredients.

 

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Sunday, 02 September 2012 12:46

Creamy Pistachio Pesto with Brown Rice

If you're looking for a recipe that's easy yet extremely satisfying and can wow anyone that joins you for dinner, this one is a sure bet. This vegan version of classic pesto has a fun twist on it - pistachios, which add a little something special to the dish. I've made this for my boyfriend, non-vegan friends and my family and each time we raced to get the last serving!

This recipe comes from Spork Fed, a book full of yummy plant-based meals created by two sweet sisters. It is free of gluten and soy, and can be made without salt and oil (see the bottom of this recipe for ideas on how to do the latter).

Sunday, 05 August 2012 21:11

Easy Gluten & Soy-Free Vegan Pizza

To me, this isn't much of a recipe - it's more like inspiration for having fun and getting creative in the kitchen. The main ingredients were store-bought and packaged, so anyone can make this in a matter of minutes using their favorite crust, sauce and plant-based cheese. However, if you're nervous about making a pizza free of dairy, gluten and soy that will still taste good, you have my word that this one is fantastic (even non-vegans like it). 

Sunday, 05 August 2012 11:54

Oil-free Kale Salad with Veggies & Seeds

kale salad

This salad is incredibly easy to make and is a delicious example of how great veggies can be without oil or dressing.  It's also a great way to feature kale in a dish. Though it is raw and unprocessed, keep in mind that the avocado and seeds add a significant amount of fat, so if you're trying to cut back on that you may want to reduce the amount suggested in this recipe. From an eco standpoint, this meal is wonderful because you can get everything without packaging!