Earlier this month in Costa Rica I enjoyed some unforgettable plantain empanadas. What made the recipe so good? The crust was a moist cornmeal dough, and the plantain filling was sweet with a bright tartness and a hint of cinnamon. Those sweet, vegan empanadas were among my favorite dishes on the trip—alongside fresh fruit, ripe … Read more

You don’t need a cupboard full of specialty gadgets to be a successful vegan cook, but a handful of versatile small appliances will save time and elevate your meals. Below are six practical appliances I rely on most, with recipe ideas to help you get the most out of each tool. If you already own … Read more

Looks good, right? PIN it for later. This Broccoli Stir Fry with Crispy Tofu costs only about $1.26 per serving — roughly $5.03 for the whole recipe — making it an affordable, satisfying weeknight meal. Beyond the low cost, the dish is flavorful, filling, and easy to prepare, so it’s perfect for meal rotation or … Read more

These Air Fryer Green Beans are a quick, healthy side that takes about 10 minutes to cook and packs comforting flavor with great nutrition. If you haven’t air-fried green beans before, you’re in for a simple, delicious surprise. If you like easy air fryer vegetables, try Air Fryer Carrots, Air Fryer Broccolini, or Air Fryer … Read more

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Looks good, right? Click here to PIN this recipe for later. These vegan Green Chili “Chicken” Enchiladas are a must-try: flavorful, satisfying, and simple to prepare. Enchiladas are versatile — perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner — and this recipe transforms a classic into a plant-based favorite. For the chicken substitute I used Sweet Earth … Read more

Simmer up a simple 3-ingredient Rose Simple Syrup for a fragrant, easy sweetener perfect for cocktails, sodas, coffee, or desserts. This syrup uses store-bought rose water so you can make it year-round with minimal effort. This recipe was first published May 22, 2023 and updated with new photos and notes on March 23, 2024. Scents … Read more

These tender, smoky, flavor-packed Jackfruit Tacos rival classic Jamaican pulled chicken or pork. Made with shredded young jackfruit simmered in a homemade Jamaican jerk sauce, taco night just got an upgrade. These jerk jackfruit tacos often make you pause mid-bite and wonder, “Is this meat?” The naturally fibrous jackfruit soaks up a bold, spicy jerk … Read more

Introducing my go-to Buddha Bowl Recipe — so good I could eat it every day. Built around roasted sweet potatoes, rice or quinoa, lentils or beans, and a creamy miso tahini dressing, these colorful, nutrient-dense bowls are an easy, satisfying plant-based dinner. They’re simple to customize and perfect for meal prep. Shortly after I switched … Read more

Looks good, right? Click here to PIN this recipe for later. My new favorite snack is this vibrant green Spirulina Chia Seed Pudding. I first tried it from a local Southern California producer who sells fresh spirulina, and the combination was irresistible. Their version had the perfect texture and sweetness, and the spirulina—a nutrient-dense blue-green … Read more