Though this plant-based Pasta Primavera uses only a half-pound of pasta, it's so chockfull of vegetables that it makes quite a heaping helping. You can serve it any time of year, but it's an especially nice way to welcome spring, as its name implies. It's also a pleasing main dish at spring holiday or special occasion meals, such as Easter or Mother's Day. Serve with a simple salad of fresh greens.
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6 Fantastic Vegan Pasta Salads for Summer
Israeli couscous is one fun little pasta. It's round and quick-cooking, and has a very pleasant mouth feel. Combined with herbs, raw veggies, and lush stone fruit, this Israeli Couscous Summer Pilaf is a light and refreshing foil to grilled foods or well-seasoned plant-based protein dishes.
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Spring Vegetable Tart
This spring vegetable tart looks like a work of art, but it's so easy to accomplish. Puff pastry isn't the healthiest item in the world, but for special occasions, it transforms simple ingredients into something fun and festive. Use a name brand (these are most often vegan, though it doesn't hurt to check the ingredients), and make sure to give it a good 45 minutes to an hour to thaw out-not less, and ideally, not much more. This makes two rectangular tarts that are easy on the cook and gorgeous to behold. Recipe adapted from Vegan Holiday Kitchen. Photos by Susan Voisin.
Veggie Sushi Rice Bowls
This delightful rice bowl tastes like your favorite veggie sushi, but without the fuss and mess of the rolling and cutting. It's a great way to use leftover cooked rice. Short-grain brown rice gives it the most authentic flavor, but really, any kind of whole grain rice or rice blend will do. Once your cooked rice is on hand, this is really no more time consuming to make than a sandwich or any other kind of salad, and if you use a covered container, it's an offbeat portable lunch that you'll be happy to dig into! Photos by Rachael Braun. [Read more...]
Quick Refrigerator Pickles
Here's a formula for quick refrigerator pickles that you will love - no need for traditional canning methods and equipment! I like to have these in the fridge as often as possible, as a crunchy, nearly calorie-free snack. They're also great served alongside veggie burgers, sandwiches, and wraps. Don't just limit yourself to cucumbers! This works with other veggies, as suggested following the recipe. Photos by Evan Atlas. [Read more...]
Baked Risotto
Baked risotto, a creamy-textured rice dish, takes a bit more than an hour start to finish, but making it takes very little hands-on time. While it bakes, you just need to stir it every 15 minutes or so, instead of the traditional stovetop method of stirring practically constantly for quite some time. Arborio rice (available in the rice section of supermarkets and Italian groceries) isn't a whole-grain rice, so it's good to bolster this with lots of veggie additions, as suggested below the recipe. Adapted from The Vegetarian Family Cookbook.
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Paella Vegetariana (Veggie-Filled Vegan Paella)
Paella is a traditional Spanish rice dish cooked in a skillet, colored bright yellow by saffron, and filled with seafood. This vegan rendition focuses on veggies instead. It's an easy dish to make, and the results are splendid. If saffron is hard to come by, this gives you the option of using turmeric instead. This goes well with a simple salad of mixed greens with orange sections, cucumber, and toasted almonds. In season, add a few slender asparagus stalks to the plate for a really gorgeous meal. For an even quicker version of veggie paella, see Quick Quinoa Paella. [Read more...]
Mushroom-Stuffed Potatoes
A small amount of vegan cream cheese gives these stuffed potatoes a rich flavor. Serve them with a big tossed salad with chickpeas or beans, and steamed green beans or asparagus, or other favorite green veggie. Photos by Evan Atlas. [Read more...]
Vegan Appetizer Recipes
Not sure why, but vegan and vegetarian cookbooks rarely present many appetizer recipes to speak of, so hopefully you'll find the wide array of choices here useful and appealing. A nice idea for entertaining (for the winter holidays or any casual occasion) is to offer a spread of hot and cold appetizers (instead of the usual sit-down dinner) with wine or cocktails, followed by a dessert buffet. If you need ideas for a vegan dessert buffet, we've got you covered there as well, of course, on the Vegan Dessert Recipes page. Shown above, Eggplant and Tomato Spread. [Read more...]
Vegan Dinner Recipes
To help you answer the question "what's for dinner?" here's a selection of easy vegan main dish recipes you'll find here on VegKitchen. Great vegan dinners, many of which are quick and easy-can be on the table in 30 minutes or so.
Though this isn't an exhaustive listing of all the possible dinner fare here on VegKitchen (after all, you can serve brunch dishes for dinner, or combine soups and sandwiches or salads-make sure to explore other recipes and categories on the Recipes Galore page), you'll find plenty to choose from in this at-a-glance listing. Pictured at top, Miso Ginger Red Beans with Quinoa and Broccoli.
To help you answer the question "what's for dinner?" here's a selection of easy vegan dinner recipes (suitable for vegetarian diets as well, of course!) you'll find here on VegKitchen. If you're more of a book person, please also explore some of Nava's cookbooks for fast dinner recipes, including Vegan Express, Vegetarian 5-Ingredient Gourmet and Vegetarian Family Cookbook.
If you're part of a plant-strong family, you might enjoy one of the titles in VegKitchen's pdf e-book series. This compact, affordable 48-page pdf e-book collects VegKitchen's most popular family-friendly recipes. No more poring through recipes on the web (or even just this site, of which there are hundreds! For more information, go to Family-Friendly Vegan Dinner Recipes: For families with vegan and vegetarian kids and teens - and anyone who loves simple, hearty fare.
Vegan Dinner Recipes
Asian Noodle Dishes
- Vegetable Lo Mein
- Hoisin-Glazed Bok Choy with Tofu and Soba Noodles
- Pineapple Coconut Noodles
- Easy Vegan Pad Thai
- Pad Thai with Spicy Peanut Sauce
- Orange Sesame Noodles
- Asian Noodle Platter with Crisp Veggies and Peanut Sauce
- Fresh Chinese Noodles with Mixed Mushrooms and Spinach
- Pan-Fried Sesame Noodles and Broccoli
- Noodles with Peanut Sauce, Broiled Kale, and Butternut Squash
- Japanese Noodles with Tempeh and Vegetables
- Soba Noodles with Tofu, Tomatoes, and Basil
- Vegetable Chow Mein
- Szechuan-Style Eggplant with Noodles
- Asian Noodles with Napa Cabbage, Mushrooms, and Tofu
- Asian Noodles with Spicy Stir-Fried Corn and Cabbage
Burritos, Enchiladas, and Other Tortilla Dishes
- Basic Bean Burritos
- Mashed Potato Burritos
- Big Quesadillas with Black Beans, Broccoli, and Portabellas
- Cauliflower Power Tacos
- Quinoa Tacos
- Super Easy Tortilla Casserole
- Black Bean Tostadas
- Quesadillas with Sweet Potatoes, Zucchini, and Corn
- Big Quesadillas with Refried Beans, Spinach, and Avocado
- Avocado Quesadillas
- Yellow Rice and Black Bean Burritos
- Pinto Bean and Corn Soft Tacos
- Bountiful Vegetable Burritos
Casseroles and Other Comfort Foods
- Vegan Macaroni and Cheese
- Hearty Vegetable Pot Pie
- Quinoa, Broccoli, and Vegan Cheese Casserole
- Baked Risotto
- Classic Veggie Shepherd's Pie
- Butternut Squash and Mixed Mushroom Lasagna
- Sweet and White Potato Casserole with Apples
- Mozzarella Mashed Potato Pie
- Mom's "Tuna"-Noodle Casserole
- Black Bean and Zucchini Tortilla Casserole
Main Dishes Featuring Grains and/or Beans
- Savory Stuffed Winter Squash
- Jamaican-Style Spicy Beans
- Quinoa with Cauliflower, Cranberries, and Nuts
- Valencian-Style Rice and Red Beans
- Tropical Quinoa and Black Beans
- Quinoa and Mushroom Stuffed Peppers
- Pink Bean, Quinoa, and Spinach Soup
- Miso-Ginger Red Beans with Quinoa and Broccoli
- Pinto Bean and Quinoa Sloppy Joes
- Quinoa with Edamame and Oranges
- Black Bean Hemp Protein Patties
- Polenta with Black Beans and Spinach
- Hummus and Quinoa Wraps
- Skillet Black Beans with Potatoes and Tortillas
- Thai Chickpea Almond Curry
- Quinoa Paella
Pasta Entrées
- Pasta Puttanesca (Pasta with Olive Sauce)
- Pasta with Pesto, Potatoes, and Green Beans
- Vegan Spinach-Mushroom Lasagna
- Pasta, Beans, and Greens with Creamy Cashew Sauce
- Pasta Arabiatta
- Pasta Curry with Cauliflower and Chickpeas
- Penne with Chard and Beans
- Pasta with Roasted Vegetables and Olives
- Mixed Vegetable Lasagna
- Cincinnati "Chili Mac"
- Tortellini or Ravioli in Sweet Potato Sauce
- Pasta, Greens, and Beans in Creamy Cashew Sauce
Pizzas
- Verdant Veggie Pesto Pizza
- Roasted Veggie Pizza
- Garlicky Fresh Tomato and Basil Pizza
- Pizza with Onions, Peppers, and Artichokes
- Mixed Olives and Spinach Pizza
- White Pizza with Asparagus and Spinach
- Artichoke, Green Pea, and Vegan Cheddar Pizza
- Two-Onion Pizza
- White Pizza with Sweet Potato and Carmelized Onions
- Mexican Pizza
- Fresh Tomato, Eggplant, and Olive Pizza
Seitan Recipes
- Dilip's Lime Jerk Seitan with Kale
- Seitan and Polenta Skillet with Fresh Greens
- "Buddhist's Delight" (Seitan and Vegetable Stew)
- Cornmeal-Crusted Seitan
- Seitan and Mushrooms in Paprika Cream
- Tofu and Seitan Sauté with Easy Gravy
- BBQ-Flavored Seitan and Avocado Wraps
- Seitan "Peppersteak" with Bean Thread Noodles
- Seitan Chow Fun
- Seitan Gyros
- Sweet-and-Sour Seitan and Vegetables
- Seitan, Mushroom and Onion Stir-Fry
- Seitan Peppersteak
- Seitan "Meat and Potatoes" Stew
- Seitan and Broccoli Stir-Fry
Stews & Chilis
- Classic Vegetarian Chili
- Moroccan-Style Vegetable Stew
- Quick Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili
- Curried Sweet Potatoes with Chard and Chickpeas
- Italian Vegetable Ragout with Chard
- Brazilian-Inspired Black Bean Stew
- Golden Hominy Chili
- Curried Mixed Vegetable Stew
- South American Harvest Stew
Tofu, Tempeh, and Vegan Sausage Main Dishes
- Spinach, Broccoli, and Tomato Scrambled Tofu
- Stir-Fried Tofu with Spring Greens
- Classic Tofu Quiche
- Citrus Roasted Tofu
- Tempeh Tamale Pie
- Kung Pao Broccoli and Tofu
- Thai Coconut Tempeh with Pineapple Salsa
- Barbecued-Flavored Roasted Tempeh and Vegetables
- BBQ-Flavored White Beans with Sausage and Spinach
- Easy Curried Sweet Potato and Tofu Stew
- Broccoli Frittata
- Tempeh, Kale, and Sweet Potato Skillet
- Tangy Tempeh with Portabella Mushrooms
- Gently Curried Tofu Burgers
- Potatoes and Collard Greens with Vegan Sausage
- Tofu Rancheros
- Tofu with Balsamic-Roasted Italian Vegetables
- Mediterranean Tofu
- Sautéed Tofu with Green Veggies
Vegan Passover Seder Recipes and Menus
These vegan Passover Seder recipes and menus (great for vegetarians too) focus on the fresh produce of early spring - very fitting, as the holiday has connotations of renewal and rebirth. Though there's flexibility in what may be served for the meal itself, there are also many restrictions. Ashkenazic Jews avoid, aside from bread-related products, many other grains and legumes. For Sephardic Jews, leavened wheat products are avoided, but rice and other grains can be used, as well as legumes. Shown above: Spring Vegetable Soup with Vegan Matzo Balls; photo by Susan Voisin. [Read more...]
Vegan Soups and Hearty Stews for All Seasons
In VeganSoups and Hearty Stews for All Seasons, Nava Atlas ladles out more than 120 satisfying, imaginative soups and stews-including 20 new recipes. Arranged in seasonal chapters, these bountiful bowlfuls are now completely vegan. Low in fat and rich in flavor, these soups and stews highlight the best of each season's produce.
You'll find exciting global offerings, light brothy soups, comforting cold-weather stews, and no-cook soups for warm evenings. Fall soups include Moroccan Lentil and Chickpea Soup, Orange-Butternut Squash Soup, and Southwestern Fresh Corn Stew. Winter features Brazilian Black Bean Stew, Sweet-and-Sour Cabbage and Bread Stew, and Four-Grain Tomato Soup. [Read more...]